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Jan 7, 2019 – Camo Coalition Update
The 2019 Georgia General Assembly is in full swing and we've been busy at the Capitol monitoring bills that might affect your land, water, wildlife, and hunting and fishing opportunities. We don't want to bombard you with emails. If you see an action alert come your...
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Georgia Wildlife Federation’s Worley and Wrigley Recognized as Influential Georgians
Covington, GA - Georgia Wildlife Federation President Mike Worley and Director-at-Large Steve Wrigley were both named to Georgia Trend’s 2019 Top 100 Influential Georgians. The annual list recognizes those who are not only “successful in their careers,” but also...
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Hunters for the Hungry helping feed Georgians in need
GWF program pays deer processors to process, package ground venison for food banks By Terry Lewis, Albany Herald ALBANY — The Georgia Wildlife Federation runs the Hunters for the Hungry program in Georgia. Through the program, hunters can donate a field-dressed deer...
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Cultivating Field to Fork
QDMA Hunting Heritage Programs Manager Hank Forester and I just wrapped up our third year of Field to Fork in Athens, Ga. and it was one of the best yet. Over the past few year's we have been evaluating and fine-tuning the program to better fit the needs...
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R3 Partners Team Up to Offer Insights on Engaging New Customers in Archery Industry
Public participation rates in the archery and bowhunting industries are changing and this shift presents some unique challenges and opportunities for the archery industry in the coming years. Potential customers are interested in these traditional...
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Vote YES on Amendment 1
Sportsmen and women across the state are voicing support for Amendment 1. Will you join Georgia Wildlife Federation, Georgia Outdoor News, Georgia Hunting & Fishing Federation, and others by saying YES to Amendment 1 on November 6? Hunters and anglers are always...
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Learn More About Amendment 1
AMENDMENT 1: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What will I see on the ballot? The constitutional amendments will be near the end of your ballot. The Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Amendment is Amendment 1 and reads: Without increasing the current state sales tax rate, shall...
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Join Us in Saying YES to Amendment 1
By Mike Worley, Georgia Wildlife Federation Fall is here. Opening day of deer season is behind us; waters are finally cooling down. All of us that enjoy spending time afield, whether hunting or fishing, get a bit excited this time of year. My buddies are on the coast...
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Vital Federal Conservation Funds Threatened
Our identity — who we are and the country we envision for future generations — is inextricably linked to wildlife. But unless Congress acts now to invest in our outdoor heritage, much of what we’ve fought to preserve is at risk. The numbers are stunning. More than...
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Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Amendment Receives Strong Support
Governor Deal, legislators express support for conservation measure Contact: Joselyn Baker joselyn@butler-baker.com 404-929-9081 October 3, 2018 -- With five weeks remaining until the November General Election, the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Amendment received the...
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Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Amendment Ad Campaign Begins
PRESS RELEASE September 28, 2018 Contact: Joselyn Baker joselyn@butler-baker.com 404-929-9081 The coalition supporting the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Amendment, which is constitutional amendment number one on the 2018 general election ballot, kicked off its paid...
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Historic Conservation Vote on November 6
The Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Amendment is on the ballot on November 6 as Amendment One. This is the first time Georgians have had a chance to dedicate funding for conservation and it can be done without a tax increase. The amendment will allow up to 80% of the...
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