In this episode of the Sportsmen's Voice roundup, Fred is joined by CSF’s Senior Coordinator of Southeastern States Conner Barker for this week’s lead story on the ongoing debate surrounding Sunday hunting restrictions in North Carolina. Conner and Fred dive into the historical context, recent legislative changes, and the implications of recent court rulings on the future of the policy, along with the impact of these restrictions on hunters and the broader conservation community. Fred then dives into all the rest of the key headlines affecting sportsmen and women around the country, including recent legislative changes affecting wildlife management in North Dakota, the ongoing scrutiny of lead ammunition in the Northeast, and the celebration of Sportsmen's Day in Colorado.

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In this episode of the Sportsmen's Voice podcast, Fred covers critical state-level legislative developments that could shape the future of hunting, fishing, and conservation across the country. With updates from Arkansas, Washington, Massachusetts, North Carolina, and South Carolina, this episode gives sportsmen and women around the country the insights they need to stay informed and engaged.

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In this episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Podcast, host Fred Bird is joined once again by Senior Director of Fisheries Policy Chris Horton to break down House Bill 443—a game-changing piece of legislation aimed at improving recreational fishing data collection in Georgia.

They dive into why federal fishery management systems are falling short, and how state-led efforts can lead to more accurate, real-time data, longer fishing seasons, and better policy decisions for anglers. The conversation covers everything from slot limits and discard mortality to the impact of artificial reefs and post-release mortality rates. If you care about sustainable fishing, angler rights, and better fishing seasons, this episode is a must-listen.

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In this episode of the Sportsmen's Voice podcast, Fred Bird and CSF’s Assistant Manager for the Southwestern States Barry Snell, discuss two Arizona bills aimed at protecting Second Amendment rights, prohibiting Merchant Category Coding and Firearms Preemption. The conversation then shifts to the controversial hounding petition in Arizona. The two exploring the implications of and the potential consequences of banning hound hunting, highlighting the importance of community engagement in wildlife management and the challenges posed by urban perspectives on rural wildlife issues. Fred then covers the rest of the news around the nation important to sportsmen, including the management of coyote populations in Michigan, the significance of public access to waterways in West Virginia, the need for effective forest management to prevent wildfires, and the establishment of collegiate coalitions to engage youth in conservation efforts. 

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In this week’s episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, Fred covers all the news fit to print about the world of hunting, fishing and shooting policy including the 75th anniversary of the Sport Fishing Restoration Act, a deep dive into the American System of Conservation Funding, and recent legislative developments in Maine, Oregon, Minnesota, and Georgia, along with emphasizing the importance of self-funding conservation programs and the role of sportsmen and women in wildlife management. 

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In this feature episode of The Sportsmen's Voice, Fred sits down with Steve Smith, Executive Director of Pennsylvania Game Commission, to discuss Sunday hunting in Pennsylvania and the years-long and ongoing push to pass landmark legislation to remove the remaining restrictions.

Then, Fred is joined by CSF Vice President of Policy Brent Miller to dive deeper into the the complexities surrounding Sunday hunting legislation across the United States as a whole (a subject Brent actually wrote his thesis on!). They explore the historical context and theories of Sunday hunting bans (hint, it’s not what people think), the incremental approach to changing these laws, and the various arguments for and against Sunday hunting, including safety concerns, discrimination against hunters, the opposition from professional guides and landowners, the importance of youth hunting opportunities and the bipartisan efforts to advance hunting rights. 

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In this week’s episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, Fred is joined by CSF’s Mid-Atlantic Assistant Manager, Kaleigh Leager to discuss Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin’s VETO of antigun legislation in the state. Kaleigh and Fred break down the implications of age restrictions on firearm purchases, the ongoing debate surrounding assault weapon legislation, and the importance of retaining young sportsmen and women in the hunting community. Fred also covers a policy briefing on Capitol Hill, updates from South Dakota's legislative session, nominations for the Department of Interior, developments in Nevada's hunting laws, Connecticut's restrictions on Sunday hunting, and the potential for elk hunting in North Carolina. Get all the news fit to print about the great outdoors and the sports we all love right here!

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In this week’s episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, Fred is joined by CSF’s Mid-Atlantic Assistant Manager Kaleigh Leager to discuss the Maryland lead hunting ammunition ban. Kaleigh breaks down the legislative process, the scientific arguments surrounding lead ammunition, and the economic implications for hunters and conservation. Fred also covers recent legislative updates affecting fishing, hunting, and wildlife conservation across various states, including Georgia, Alabama, Nebraska, and Montana. From the passage of House Bill 443 in Georgia aimed at improving fisheries management, to new firearm legislation in Nebraska, habitat improvement projects in Montana, a significant court ruling on corner crossing in Wyoming, and proposed sales tax holidays for firearms in Georgia and Alabama. Get all the news fit to print about the great outdoors and the sports we all love right here!

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In this episode of The Sportsmen's Voice, Fred sits down with the federal policy team from the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation for an in-depth Q1 review of the new administration and Congress. From groundbreaking legislation to exciting conservation wins, this jam-packed conversation is essential listening for sportsmen and women who care about the future of America’s outdoor heritage.

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In this week’s episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, Fred explores the ongoing push in Maine to amend the state constitution to safeguard the right to hunt and fish, diving into the importance of community involvement, the challenges posed by declining hunter participation, and the significance of a unified sporting voice. Fred also covers Arkansas' recent conservation initiatives aimed at supporting outdoor recreation and engaging new hunters. From forest conservation programs to modernizing muzzleloader regulations, we break down the latest legislative updates and how they affect sportsmen.

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