The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) announced winners of its 2026 T-Shirt and Trading Pin Design Contest with the theme "NASP in the Outdoors." Winners include Enan Leavitt, Bentley Miller, Alia Hamm, Lauren Chuck, and Emily Harms, whose designs will be featured on official tournament apparel and merchandise nationwide.
The Boone and Crockett Club announced nearly $10 million in new funding for big game migration habitat conservation through the Make America Beautiful Again Commission and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, supporting elk, mule deer, and pronghorn conservation across western seasonal habitats and migration corridors.
The Wild Sheep Foundation supports a $10 million federal funding boost for big game migration habitat announced by the Make America Beautiful Commission. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation will award funds through its Western Big Game Seasonal Habitat and Migration Corridors Fund to improve habitat and highway crossing projects across western states.
Turkeys for Tomorrow, along with the Pennsylvania Game Commission and state forestry department, is enhancing wild turkey habitat on Moshannon State Forest. TFT has provided winter wheat seed for 87 acres of food plots, with plans to expand to 300 acres as part of a large-scale woodland savanna opening project benefiting turkeys, elk, and whitetails.
The Pope and Young Club's Board of Directors unanimously approved allowing trophy bison from the Crow Reservation in Montana into their Records Program. Executive Director Justin Spring praised the Crow's efforts to restore the American bison species, while Records Chairman Roy E. Grace confirmed the herd met all Fair Chase requirements.
The Archery Trade Association welcomed new board members James McGovern of Rinehart Targets, Tyson Yates of Easton, Jeff Adee of Headhunter Bowstrings, and Nick Fisher of Arizona Archery Enterprises, beginning their terms April 1, 2026. The ATA Board will meet in Columbus, Ohio in April.
Dallas Safari Club announced Russell Stacy as its new Chief Executive Officer. Stacy, a fourth-generation agri-business operator and DSC Life Member, previously served on the DSC and DSC Foundation Boards. He will lead DSC as it temporarily relocates its annual Convention to Atlanta in 2026-2027 and Houston in 2028-2029.
The Wild Sheep Foundation concluded its 49th annual convention in Reno, Nevada, raising record funding for wild sheep conservation. Gray N. Thornton, WSF president and CEO, highlighted that millions of dollars will support wildlife agencies and partners in management programs, with a conservation permit selling for $1 million.
The Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation hosted its annual CSC Leadership Dinner in Washington, D.C., bringing together lawmakers and conservation leaders to recognize bipartisan cooperation. The event highlighted CSC-led legislative achievements including the Wetlands Conservation and Access Improvement Act and the Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act.
SLG2, Inc. released a video featuring Karen Butler mentoring Christa Forrester through her first turkey hunt, demonstrating that effective mentorship requires passion and willingness to share knowledge safely, not expert status. The video aims to encourage outdoor enthusiasts to become mentors and introduce others to hunting.
The Mule Deer Foundation released a statement opposing legislation to exterminate mule deer on Catalina Island in California, arguing for science-based management at sustainable levels instead. MDF President/CEO Greg Sheehan expressed concern that complete removal could increase wildfire risk and stands ready to develop alternative management frameworks.
Michigan's Hunters Feeding Michigan program partnered with Grand Rapids Hide Co. to donate 60 pairs of insulated deerskin gloves to the Shelter of Flint. The initiative, facilitated by program specialist Joe Presgrove, involved deer processors donating hides instead of selling them, demonstrating hunters' commitment to supporting communities in need.
The Houston Safari Club Foundation's 2026 Worldwide Hunting Expo & Convention concluded January 23–25 at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center with record attendance and industry participation. The three-day event featured hundreds of exhibitors, auctions, and fundraising activities supporting HSCF's conservation, education, and youth outdoor programs. The 2027 convention is scheduled for January 15–17, 2027.
Ducks Unlimited celebrates World Wetlands Day on February 2, highlighting the organization's 89-year commitment to wetlands conservation. CEO Adam Putnam noted that DU has conserved over 19 million acres of wetlands and waterfowl habitat, with the organization launching its $3 billion Conservation for a Continent campaign to provide cleaner water for communities and wildlife.
Turkeys for Tomorrow unveiled its new Team Turkey Membership ($250 for three years) and partnership with Pistol Creek Outdoors for custom-branded turkey calls. The membership includes exclusive benefits, onX Hunt discounts, and a commemorative call from Pistol Creek owner John Browning, TFT's first sponsor.
The South Carolina Waterfowl Association has appointed Cynthia Nuckols as Camp Leopold Coordinator to strengthen conservation education efforts. Nuckols brings experience in natural resource conservation and K-12 education, holding a Bachelor's degree in Animal Science. She will lead educational programming connecting students to South Carolina's natural resources while promoting conservation principles.
SLG2, Inc. released its 2025 Fourth Quarter Report highlighting record attendance of 1,013 guests across Shoot Like A Girl and Safe LivinG experiences. The company, which operates three experiential marketing brands focused on firearms safety and education, added Matt Rice as director of business development and partnered with Bass Pro Shops and Beretta for Q4 events.
The Mule Deer Foundation and Infinite Outdoors announced an official partnership to advance conservation efforts and outdoor recreation opportunities. The organizations collaborated on the Access Granted initiative, which expanded free legal access to thousands of acres of public lands in Wyoming and Colorado while maintaining strong conservation outcomes.
FOXPRO, founded by John Dillon, has partnered with Turkeys for Tomorrow to support wild turkey conservation through predator management. FOXPRO will provide product donations and educational resources, while TFT will promote FOXPRO's digital game calls for predator control efforts.
The International Hunter Education Association–USA (IHEA-USA) launched the EduTech Catalyst Fund in December to connect outdoor industry support with technology needs of state wildlife agencies and conservation partners. The initiative aims to modernize hunter education delivery, improve safety, strengthen volunteer support, and expand access to hunting education nationwide.