The Original Conservationists

Conservation isn't something that happens separate from hunting and fishing—it happens because of them.

For generations, hunters and anglers have invested their time, money, and passion into protecting wildlife, restoring habitat, and ensuring future generations can enjoy healthy fish and wildlife populations. Every license purchased, every box of ammunition, every fishing lure, and every conservation project supported by sportsmen helps fund the future of the outdoors.

The next time someone says hunting and fishing are just recreation, remind them of this simple truth: in America, hunting and fishing are conservation.