The Sportsmen's Voice

• Episode 40 - Will Primos’ Legacy Of Conservation Revealed In Rare Interview

  In this very special sit-down interview, Fred Bird is joined by renowned conservationist and outdoorsman, Will Primos, for a wide-ranging discussion on the importance of conservation, Will’s legacy, and the impact hunting and conservation have had on Will’s life and our nation. Will shares his personal journey, the evolution of his company, and just how important it is to continue educating future generations about conservation efforts. Fred and Will both then discuss the deep emotional connections sportsmen often have to their firearms and their role in conservation efforts. And finally, Mr. Primos shares his journey of donating a unique collection of guns to benefit five of the nation’s greatest conservation organizations, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and the ripple effect such actions have on the greater good.    Key Takeaways: Understanding Will Primos’ Legacy: Whether talking official Primos Hunting gear and calls or beyond, dive deep into Will Primos’ hunting career and the legacy he hopes to leave behind for sportsmen and sportswomen. Protecting What We Love: Conservation is about protecting what we love and educating others, therefore it becomes necessary to cast a wide net and foster collaboration between various organizations for the benefit of wild places and wild things. Get the FREE Sportsmen’s Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter Sign up for FREE legislative tracking through CSF’s Tracking the Capitols tool: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/tracking-the-capitols/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• TSV Roundup Week of February 17th, 2025

  During this week's edition of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred discusses the latest news in conservation, leading off with conservation legend Will Primos' collaboration with leading organizations to promote, The Truth About Conservation through a HISTORIC firearm auction. Fred then gives several updates on legislative initiatives including the Right to Hunt and Fish (RTHF) in Iowa, new Hunter Ed programs in Georgia, bear population increase leading to management plan changes in Massachusetts, and so much more!   Takeaways Will Primos: Will Primos is leading a campaign to promote conservation awareness by partnering with CSF and other conservation nonprofits to auction off his iconic collection of Purdey hammer shotguns - you heard it here first! Tune into the Truth About Conservation Campaign here: Know The Truth | THE TRUTH RTHF In Iowa?: Legislation is being introduced to protect the Right to Hunt and Fish in Iowa, which has seen success in several other states including, recently, in Florida. Great Lakes Restoration Initiative: The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative is vital for maintaining fisheries and access to native fish in the Great Lakes region.   Get the FREE Sportsmen’s Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter   Sign up for FREE legislative tracking through CSF’s Tracking the Capitols tool: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/tracking-the-capitols/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• TSV Roundup Week of February 10th, 2025

  During this week's edition of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred is joined by CSF’s Bob Matthews to discuss the bipartisan support for legislative efforts to introduce hunter education in schools in Michigan and Illinois and the potential impact these bills have on youth engagement in hunting and outdoor activities. Bob highlights the collaboration between the Department of Natural Resources and the Department of Education in Michigan, as well as the challenges and prospects for similar legislation in Illinois. Then, Fred covers all the other news fit to print on conservation and hunting legislation around the country, including the appointment of Governor Gianforte as Chair of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus, Maryland's misguided proposed lead ammunition phase-out, updates the Georgia Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus, the reintroduction of the Disaster Reforestation Act, and initiatives from the Hawaii Legislative Outdoor Heritage Caucus.    Takeaways Hunter Education In Schools: Hunter education in schools can expand the base of hunters, by providing an elective experience targeted towards teens who have not come from a hunting household that can get them outdoors. Even when ultimately unsuccessful, this kind of legislation introduced now can gain momentum for future sessions. Get To Know The New Chair For The GSC: Governor Gianforte has a strong track record in conservation even before his term as Governor, when he served as a member of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus,  Misguided Lead Bans Stand To Hurt Hunting: Incentive-based programs for non-lead ammunition should be encouraged in Maryland, rather than an outright ban. The financial impact of hunting and fishing on conservation funding is significant.   Get the FREE Sportsmen’s Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter Sign up for FREE legislative tracking through CSF’s Tracking the Capitols tool: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/tracking-the-capitols/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Episode 39 - The Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus With Governors Gianforte and Gordon

  Fred and the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation have a big show today - with not one, but TWO, members of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus joining the program. Kicking things off is CSF’s Vice President of Policy Brent Miller who speaks to the history of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus, then hear from the new Chair of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus, Montana Governor Greg Gianforte and member of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon who talk about some of the sporting issues that matter to their states, what they’re working on in the year to come, and so much more! Meanwhile, in the second half of the show Fred was able to catch up with Angi Bruce of Wyoming Game And Fish as well as CSF Board Members Joe Bartozzi of NSSF and Brandon Maddox of Silencer Central at CSF’s SHOT Show reception!   Key Takeaways: Montana Governor Greg Gianforte: Governor Gianforte, the new Chair of thew Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus, joins the program from the floor of SHOT show in Nevada to discuss our hunting and fishing heritage, the sporting issues states are fighting for, an outlook on the new federal administration, and (of course!) a shameless plug for the Sportsmen’s paradise of Montana! Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon: Governor Gordon discusses troubling 2A legislation nationwide and the comfort states receive from the support they count on in Congress fighting back against the ‘bad’ bills, and more. Get the FREE Sportsmen’s Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter Sign up for FREE legislative tracking through CSF’s Tracking the Capitols tool: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/tracking-the-capitols/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• TSV Roundup Week of February 3rd, 2025

  During this week's edition of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred is joined by CSF Senior Manager for the Western and Midwestern States Kent Keene with some exciting news - Governor Mike Kehoe of Missouri is the 23rd active member of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus! Then, Fred covers other important news to the sporting community including the return of the annual attack on the New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission, Doug Burgum’s rise to Secretary of the Interior, Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus leadership for the 119th Congress, Arkansas Forestry Day at the state capitol, priority access legislation in South Carolina, and more!   Takeaways A New Secretary Of Interior: Doug Burgum's confirmation as Secretary of the Interior is crucial for conservation efforts, and was strongly supported by CSF, as it heralds a new direction for an agency with immense regulatory control of sporting enthusiasts. Access And Activism: Arkansas spent some time celebrating the importance of forestry management for wildlife and economy, meanwhile South Carolina introduced legislation to protect hunting access amid population growth. Big WINS For CSF: Thanks to the support of listeners like YOU, we are in the Top 5 of the Apple charts for outdoor podcasts!   Get the FREE Sportsmen’s Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter Sign up for FREE legislative tracking through CSF’s Tracking the Capitols tool: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/tracking-the-capitols/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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