Great news for hunters, shooters, and conservationists across America! The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) under the Department of the Interior has re-established the Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council. This move signals a renewed commitment to protecting our hunting heritage, expanding access to public lands, and promoting the vital role shooting sports play in wildlife conservation.
Why This Council Matters to the 2A Community
For Second Amendment supporters, this isn’t just bureaucracy—it’s a frontline defense for our rights. The council will advise the Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture on key issues like:
- Wildlife conservation: Hunters have long been the backbone of conservation efforts, funding programs through excise taxes on firearms and ammo via the Pittman-Robertson Act.
- Habitat access: Ensuring public lands remain open for hunting and shooting, fighting back against closures pushed by anti-access groups.
- Promotion of hunting and shooting sports: Growing the next generation of responsible gun owners and outdoor enthusiasts.
In an era where urban elites try to paint hunting and shooting as relics of the past, this council amplifies our voice. It ensures that policies reflect the values of millions of law-abiding Americans who cherish our traditions.
Nominations Now Open: Your Chance to Get Involved
The USFWS is seeking a diverse slate of council members—hunters, shooters, landowners, outfitters, and conservation experts from all walks of life. Nominations are open to individuals with proven leadership in these areas. This is your opportunity to shape federal policy from the inside.
Key details:
- Deadline: Check the official USFWS announcement for the exact cutoff (typically 30-60 days from publication).
- Requirements: Demonstrated expertise in hunting, shooting sports, or related fields; commitment to conservation.
- How to nominate: Submit via the Federal Register notice or USFWS website—include bio, qualifications, and references.
Don’t sit this one out. If you or someone you know is passionate about 2A rights and the outdoors, step up. Nominate today and help secure more access, better conservation, and stronger protections for our shooting sports.
A Win for Freedom and the Great Outdoors
Re-establishing this council is a victory for all who believe in self-reliance, stewardship of our natural resources, and the unalienable right to keep and bear arms. It’s a reminder that our way of life—rooted in the fields, ranges, and forests—is alive and fighting back.
Stay tuned to GunStuff.tv for updates on nominations and council activities. Gear up, get involved, and keep the Second Amendment strong!
Originally published based on the U.S. Department of the Interior announcement. For full nomination details, visit USFWS.gov.
References
- https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/21/2026-07755/re-establishment-of-the-hunting-and-shooting-sports-conservation-and-access-council-request-for
- https://www.fws.gov/media/federal-register-notice-re-establishing-hunting-and-shooting-sports-conservation-and-access
- https://www.fws.gov/federal-register-publication/re-establishment-hunting-and-shooting-sports-conservation-and-access
- https://congressionalsportsmen.org/news/doi-and-usda-announce-hunting-and-shooting-sports-conservation-and-access-council
- https://www.regulations.gov/docket/FWS-HQ-OC-2026-1519