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Yea I know 99% of the time EASY Solution? Spayed or Neutered? This is very true. And if those all goes well. But god help that For 90% of peo- By Dennis Guldan same people had taken some other 1%. If you are bored ple that have a new personal responsibility with sometime at a field trial or pup they should e almost lost surgery?” And that is EXACT- their dogs most would not be hunt test, bring up the topic of talk to their vet at Scooby our son’s LY my point. Every time you or either. dogs, doctors and surgery and the pups first visit dog the other day. your dog goes under the knife be prepared to Best Laid Plans and discuss spay No WI don’t mean she got or neutering. This hear some hor- turned around in the We have only had two dogs ror stories. spayed. And BOTH of those is the 90% of the grouse woods. I mean people that show no interest I don’t think this article will she had to go under the I’m not say- were done later in life for health convince anyone either way. reasons. A few weeks ago after now or in the future with dog knife. She had an emer- ing you and events. Remember you can still Some times you just have to gency spaying. $1500 others should what we thought was eight year put on your big boys pants and old Scooby’s final heat she got run hunt tests & field trials you and 2 weeks later she’s not have their just cannot show your dog. make a command decision few 100%. I have been asked dogs spayed or an uterine infection that turned want to do these day. At least over the years to write neutered. What into a barrel stomach and five By getting the issue ad- after reading this hopefully you this article, so I thought I’m saying is it days without pooping and a dressed early you should have thought about it a tiny bit more, it was time. IS surgery and trip to the vet and a $1500 emer- less health issues, less issues if so I have done my job. you need to gency surgery. with heats, false pregnancies Happy hunting! take a serious Why don’t we believe in it? and unplanned litters and no Going Under The look before you Part of it is the American Ken- emergency room visits like See you in the field! do it. Scooby had. Knife nel Clubs fault. We enjoy run- If you ask most A walk ning our dogs in events: field Does the EASY solution Dennis Guldan people if you should through the trials, hunt tests and shows. At guarantee your new pup will dog shows altered dogs, and have your dog spay or Pound not have complications? Not in neutered you get an spay & neuter is considered the least. So it’s a crapshoot. Get immediate answer of If you are altered, cannot be shown. The it done when they are young Yes! I don’t believe in ever walking argument is dog shows are to and healthy or take the chance very many immediate on the clouds, determine the finest specimens of a much larger bill and pos- answers, I side with the living the of dogs to breed and advance sibly do it later in life. maybes. dream and feel the breed. I have no argument you need a bit in that. But it is a reason not to If I asked the same more ground- spay or neuter. people if they would ing I have a like to have their totally 15-minute so- A second reason for not useless appendix re- lution for you. spaying and neutering I ex- moved when it is not a problem there is a risk of complications. Take a walk through an animal plained earlier. One of the hard- I’ll bet every one of them would shelter. You’ll be depressed for est things you will ever do is Without question the lon- say NO! If you ask those people two weeks. It is one of the sad- put a dog in the ground. And gest, most stressful hour of my why, most would answer: “if dest things you can ever do. a YOUNG dog is even worse, there is no problems why risk life is when our then six month- trust me I have done BOTH! 8 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 9 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com We went through a mental Thanks to Five Valley Press we have checklist. It obviously wasn’t a shed their leaves and the bird we started trudging back to the duck. There weren’t any pheas- headed,a grouse influshed. plain sight,The trees across had a Buy The Book offered you an excerpt from Sweeter than truckfigured through out where the we gathering were and ants in that country. Certainly clearing. 1 raised my gun and Candy A hunter’s Journal by Paul F. Vang darkness. By the trail, snowshoe wasn’t a rabbit. Sonofagun, it had swung on the bird for the perfect hares were ‘hiding’ from us. The Since you can’t tell a book from its cover we offer to be ... a ruffed grouse! shot. As I pulled the trigger, the bunnies had completed their fall you seven pages from this book to decide if you end of the gun barrel hit a tree We continued to explore changeover to pure white winter want to do buy the book! and my swing stopped. The shot the wooded valley and we were fur, but relied on sitting perfectly pattern ripped a divot of bark still to make themselves invis- several more grouse that after- ible. They virtually glowed in Ruffed Grouse pleasantly surprised to flush fromActually, a tree. The when bird I think kept flying.about the dark. logic, but in what many consider it, there are many trees scattered Misadventures Habitat that produces ruffed thenoon. quintessential This defies conventionalprairie state, across two states with broken By Paul F. Vang grouse is also prime habitat for North Dakota, I got hooked on branches, shattered trunks, and big game. Over the years, chas- hunting ruffed grouse 25 sea- scarred bark marking where ing moose out of the aspens has hat do we think of when ruffed sons have come and gone since gotten almost routine, if seeing grouse hunting comes up? We then. Sam hunted with me until grouse. half a ton of long‑legged moose probably think of the hills and a few days before she died at it sacrificed itself for a ruffed W Alix was in her third season go crashing through the trees can worn out mountains of New England. We visual- age 14, and her successor, a ‑ and still learning her trade. ever be routine. ize mixed bags of grouse and woodcock, staunch chocolate Lab, learned her trade We spent he morning hunting in North Dakota aspens and White tailed deer frequently ducks and then stopped to hunt ‑ behind old stone walls or from under old apple when I transferred in my job, appear during our grouse hunts. grouse on the way home. Alix treespoints marking by English where setters farms and were birds abandoned flushing from in she transferred her skills to the Usually, the encounters produce moved into an aspen stand and the 1800s. One of my favorite hunting books is mountains western Montana. the sight of a deer’s tail raised - New England Grouse Shooting by William Ham- Candy, a two year old black Lab, high as it disappears into heavy ‑ ‑ ing. It sounded like a squadron den Foster. It’s a wonderful look at the traditions is my current partner. brush. ofsuddenly B‑17s Ithere taking were off. birds Then flush I aw of grouse hunting from a time gone by. Over the years, I’ve had many wild turkeys emerging from On one hunt, I found myself Then, there’s my grouse hunting. There’s adventures with my Labs as the trees. Finally, birds stopped face to face with one of the big- not much poetry left by the time I’ve spent a we’ve explored the hills and the gest whitetail bucks I’ve ever day in the aspens. aspens in search of ruffed grouse. me, red‑eyed and foaming at the seen. A mysterious encounter Sometimes we’ve come home mouth.flushing Did and you Alix see came those back birds?” to was when I could hear a deer Of course, I’ve had disadvantages. I’ve never with grouse, our absolute favor- her face asked. “They were big moving away in the brush. The hunted grouse in New England. I’m originally ite game bird on the dining room as bombers!” She was trembling brush didn’t seem thick enough from Minnesota, which is one of the major Great south. table. Then, there are days when with excitement. I thought she’d to cover the deer, but somehow Lakes area ruffed grouse states. However, I grew Feeling discouraged about hunting prospects, all I bring home are excuses and never be the same after that the deer slipped away unseen up in farming country. Pheasants thrived in we took a dusty back road for the trip back home. stories. encounter. until it decided it was safe and then I just got a glimpse as it ruffed grouse. Later that fall, we were hunt- prairie farming country. I found a side road going exploded up a draw. I’d bet that Dad’s cornfields but we were a long way from I noticed a wooded valley that cut through the flat found grouse continued to be ing on Thanksgiving weekend. Actually, I might never have gotten started down to the valley dead‑ending next to a brushy deer also carried a good set of a favorThe grousevalley covertwhere forwe many first Snow had fallen earlier but hunting ruffed grouse if a long ago Saturday creek bottom. I suggested that perhaps we could antlers. I often wondered where ‑ years. Along the creek, aspens melted. Kevin, now out of col- morning had been a little warmer. We were liv- those big bucks went when the and alders thick as hair on a lege, was home for the weekend, ing in northeastern North Dakota at the time, deer season opened. findWe some hadn’t rabbits. gone too far into the woods when dog and walking through it was and we took advantage of this and my son, Kevin, and then age 13, and I were our black Lab, Sam, picked up a hot scent. Suddenly nearly impossible. But grouse opportunity to go Grouse hunt- One day, a forkhorn heading out in search of some late season mal- there was a thundering “Whirr!” of wings and a were often there so we walked ing. It was cloudy, daylight was white‑tailed buck popped out lards. A cold wave had come through, dropping gray bird rocketed from almost under our feet and it. Kevin and I were struggling fading and we had temporar- of the hillside brush patch that overnight temperatures to near zero and the disappeared into the timber. “What was that?” through the brush, one day, when ily lost our bearings. Finally, I Sam was working. The deer ran wetlands were frozen solid, the waterfowl gone

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hunt often has the possibilities stood. However, for legal, logistical of a mixed bag with blue grouse So why when we are daho is lucky to have Undoubtedly, predators have and ethical reasons managers and Franklin grouse sometimes Case in point, how do cooling our dogs do we an assortment of up- a major impact on these vi- are unable to control predatory sharing the same mountain. One you cool a dog? cool their backs FIRST? land game birds, in- tal rates. Most nesting fail- bird populations that have a near‑perfect afternoon’s hunt Because we are idiots? cludingI sage-grouse, sharp- ures are caused by mammals, major impact on hen survival, produced a big blue grouse from With the drought across tailed grouse, chukar, gray such as raccoons, fox, and which in turn limits the ability atop a mountain ridge, and after partridge, pheasant, California skunks; adult hens are com- of managers to improve the we climbed down off the ridge to most of the nation and the I read this method from quail and three forest grouse. monly killed by birds of prey; number of hens pumping out follow a creek back to the truck, always-hot hunting season Dave Duffey the poet laure- upon us it is time to talk ate of all hunting dog writ- and chicks are consumed by chicks the following spring. It is common for game bird mammals and predatory birds. I added to our bag. about how to cool an over ers. Cool the dogs from the Alix flushed a ruffed grouse that populations to undergo dra- Predator management is not More typical was the fol- heated dog. FEET & underbelly FIRST! matic changes in size, most With this in mind, it’s no sur- cheap, nor is it a one-time fix. lowing week, when I hit several Makes perfect sense. often from annual variations prise that reducing predator Even in instances in which it favorite-bagged nothing. As the It’s easy just pour water in weather and habitat con- numbers is often offered as was documented to be ben- sun was setting, I came home, over their back. Yes that is The other day we saw ditions. In healthy popula- the “quick fix” to improve eficial, researchers are quick to hot, muddy and exhausted, just easy and yes it is WRONG! a family cooling their dog tions, even though numbers game bird populations. Seems point out that professional ded- in time to see my wife, Kay, com- the wrong way. I told them fluctuate wildly on an annual like a no brainer, right? Well, icated trappers must be hired, ing out the back door with a The great thinkers in the correct way and how it basis, the average size of the maybe. Lucky for us, millions and there are no long-term posi- camera in hand. this world were first obser- population remains remark- of dollars have been spent tive effects of predator manage- was the natural way dogs ably stable over the long term. around the globe trying to ment. It must be done year after A neighbor had called vationists. Knowing nature are cooled. As I was walk- But when populations remain figure out whether predator year, because as soon as you and asked, “You want to see probably knows the best ing away I hear a little consistently low, managers are management actually works. remove a few predators from a grouse?” A blue grouse had ways to do things perhaps tasked with figuring out how to The consensus answer is: an area, a few more are waiting wandered down from the nearby voice say: “Thanks man get back to desirable numbers. “Sometimes, but not usually.” to fill in the now vacant terri- mountains and into his urban it is time to observe. my owners are idiots, this tory of his or her neighbor. And backyard where it was happily is MUCH BETTER!” Managing game birds, or any Actually, it depends on the most predators ramp up their eating berries from his hedge. How would an over wildlife population for that management goal. If the goal own reproductive effort when heated dog if left to their So next time your dog own devise cool itself? matter, necessitates figuring is to pump out more pheas- their populations are reduced. and capture the grouse, since I may need some cooling, out which “vital rates” limit ants for hunters to shoot in a I wanted to get fishing net do it the RIGHT way from apparently get them any other Do they roll on their population growth and which small area, managing predator Nor should it come as a sur- way. Kay asserted that the neigh- bottom up! ones we can improve. Vital rate numbers can be effective. But prise to anyone living in Idaho borhood was sanctuary. back and worm their way is scientific jargon for events if it is trying to turn around a that reducing the population into a lake, pond or a pool Keep it Cool! in the life cycle of a species long-term population decline of a predator to improve the of water? Nope! The start that affect the population. So over a large geographic area population of another spe- Copyrights Five Valley’s Press with their paws and wade Dennis Guldan for game birds that means for a species in trouble, say like cies can be a contentious & Paul F. Vang do not reproduce in to their stomach then things like nest survival, hen sage-grouse, predator manage- and hotly debated issue in without permission. slowly get in and perhaps survival and brood survival. ment likely won’t result in any the court of public opinion. measurable improvements. 12 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 13 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Gun Safety

Summer Safety: NSSF® Reminds Gun Owners to the person who keeps a firearm Store Their Firearms Securely for home defense and also has children in the home. “It’s one at Home of the most important respon- sibilities of every gun owner to Simply put, using predator With target-shooting activ- concentrates hens, nests and Putting firearms away un- prevent a child from accessing a management for game bird pro- ity peaking during summer broods, which is good news loaded and storing ammuni- loaded firearm,” said Brassard. duction is a Band-Aid approach months and youngsters finish- for predators and not so great tion separately--both in locked to deal with a persistent under- ing the school year, now is a Safe gun handling and safe news for game birds. The best locations--can prevent a tragic lying problem. Impaired habi- good time for gun owners to storage go hand-in-hand. When approach for improving game accident from happening. Gun tat is the gaping wound that review procedures for storing going target shooting this sum- bird populations is to improve, cabinets and gun safes are ex- won’t go away, no matter how their firearms safely at home, mer, it’s a good idea to review expand and create habitats that cellent locked-storage options, many Band-Aids you put on it. says the National Shooting the basic rules of firearm safety, game birds and a variety of oth- and adding a gun lock to a Sports Foundation®, the trade especially with newcomers. er wildlife depend on. If we can firearm provides an extra level Habitat is the foundation for association for the firearms do that, the predator problem of safety. The four basic rules are . . . healthy game bird populations. industry. most often takes care of itself. Taking such precautions Always keep the gun’s muz- NSSF® reminds firearm Increased and intensified ag- is particularly important dur- zle pointed in a safe direction. Matt Pieron is a regional wild- owners that on returning home riculture, urban sprawl, in- ing summer not only because life habitat biologist in the after spending a fun day at the Treat every gun as if it were creased fire in sagebrush habi- people use their firearms more Clearwater Region. shooting range to immediately loaded. tats and the spread of invasive often for target shooting, but secure firearms so that a child plants are just a few of the also because children are home Keep your finger off the or other unauthorized person causes for game bird habitat al- from school and sometimes left trigger until you are ready to cannot access a loaded gun. teration and reduction in Idaho. unsupervised. “Children are shoot. “Nearly all firearm acci- naturally curious. They have a Know your target and what Obviously, loss of habitat re- dents can be prevented by knack for finding things adults lies beyond it. sults in fewer places for game following a few simple safe- don’t want them to find,” said birds to live. But just as impor- storage steps,” said NSSF’s Di- Brassard. “Hiding a firearm The National Shooting tant is the relationship between rector of Communications Bill in a drawer or a closet is not a Sports Foundation provides a habitat loss and predator ef- Brassard Jr., who oversees the substitute for locked storage.” number of educational materi- ficiency. Finding a nest, chick Foundation’s safety education als that help gun owners and Those who keep a firearm or hen in large expanses of programs. “Accidental firearm non-owners make informed for home protection must de- quality habitat is like finding fatalities are at historic low decisions when it comes to velop their own safety precau- a needle in a haystack. Reduc- levels thanks to the precautions firearms safety. tions to create a situation in ing habitat is analogous to taken by responsible firearms which the firearm is available These include . . . putting thousands of needles owners and because of safety to them and not to an unau- in half a bale’s worth of hay. reminders promoted by NSSF The safety brochures “Fire- thorized person. Quick-access SM and other concerned groups.” arms Safety Depends on You ,” lock boxes are one solution for Less habitat in smaller patches “Firearms Responsibility in the 14 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 15 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com SM Home ,” “A Parents Guide for grades 6-9 and “Firearms jectchildsafe.org to see if your antlers just like they can smell a to Recreational Shooting For Safety Depends on You” for local law enforcement agency quail or pheasant. A hard, bone- SM More Then Just Bird Dog Youngsters ” and the Project general audiences. The youth has kits available. Only law like antler may have almost no ® ChildSafe safety booklet. View videos teach youngsters how enforcement departments can smell to a human. But a dog’s the brochures at nssf.org/safety to make fast, correct decisions if request shipments of the safety sense of smell is far keener. and projectchildsafe.org. Span- they should encounter a firearm kits. ish-language versions are avail- in an unsupervised situation Canines for tines, hunting Long trains Labrador pups able onlinehttp://r20.rs6.net/ at home, at a friend’s home or to hone in on antler scent with tn.jsp?e=00199UihvX6oJniObC at school. Learn more at nssf. dogs that retrieve shed antlers their nose and then find and 2cgLuX3BfI4eboW3_MxP6fjH- org/safety/video. Also, watch retrieve what once was atop a buck deer’s head. wiOv4_xU9AvCfIeIDYIw2qji- NSSF’s range safety video and Posted by Bill Graham tAp5359GHoZuD8Y_T7YB- wingshooting safety video. “It’s what the dogs enjoy 6doU39FyVXVk_py7niVSn- Through its Project Child- doing,” she said. “If they’re cOAt6OVDwFwrIQ==. Mossy gives a single white-tail deer antler to trainer Safe program, NSSF provides having fun doing it, that’s the NSSF’s Firearm Safety DVD, firearm safety kits that include Carla Long. thing.” which includes three videos: a gun locking device and safety Long charges $4,000 for a “McGruff the Crime Dog on education brochure available Labrador she has trained to find Gun Safety” for youngsters free of charge to gun own- Mossy knew the quarry Male deer and elk shed their would remain motionless, so shed antlers. She starts with in grades K-6, “It’s Your Call: ers through law enforcement antlers in late winter and early registered pups from proven Playing it Safe Around GunsSM” departments. Check at pro- with nose to the ground the spring and then start growing Labrador retriever crisscrossed lineage with no health issues new ones. But for a few months and gives them basic obedi- among shrubs and trees in typi- after the antlers fall off they lay cal hunting dog style. ence skills so they also make on the ground, until mice and good family pets. Owners take Suddenly the pup paused rabbits seeking minerals chew possession when the dog is six as his nose picked up a whiff them up. to seven months old and they of what he was searching for. Many people enjoy hunting continue the shed antler train- But unlike many hunting situ- for shed antlers in the woods ing that she started. ations, there was no downed and fields when the weather is “The first year is a learning duck to pick up or whir of cool and the landscape is open. wings as a pheasant flushed. In- experience for the owner and Some hope to find trophy-sized the dog,” Long said. stead, Mossy picked up a single antlers. Others use them for white-tail deer antler with his crafts such as knife handles or Some owners use her shed mouth and began a gleeful dash sculptures. Many shed antler antler dogs for double duty, back toward trainer Carla Long. hunters just enjoy the different such as for retrieving downed The five-month-old dog is well shapes and sizes of their finds birds while waterfowl hunting. on the way to being a successful as natural art. But she only provides the shed hunting companion for those antler hunting training. For who enjoy finding shed antlers. Antlers can be difficult to many of her customers, Long find though because they drop “It’s really no different than said, finding antlers is their in brushy and grassy places. main outdoor hobby. training a bird dog,” said Long, Deer will commonly lose one who lives with husband Larry antler at a time. Seeing a brown- “The dogs give them a bet- and family in the rural Siloam ish or whitish antler on the ter chance of finding and recov- Springs area north of Albany ground can be difficult and ering antlers,” she said. in Gentry County. “I’m just in- finding a matched pair even Long in past years trained structing them to find the scent harder. of deer antlers, and I do it when dogs for game hunting. Then they’re at an early age.” Dogs though, can smell she noticed a few trainers 16 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 17 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com around the nation offered dogs finding an antler that his first for sale that specialize in hunt- It’s probably possible that impulse is to run back to the Breeding ing shed antlers. So three years dogs could be trained to find kennel and show off his finds ago she began antler training morel mushrooms with the for the other pups in training. with pups. same technique, Long said, “Mossy is in heaven when though she hasn’t tried that. On her front porch is a pile he’s got an antler,” Long said. Keeping a fragile morel fresh “He’s obsessed with the antler.” of antlers found in past hunts for training would be far harder that she uses for training. She than storing hard and dense leaves them out in the open antlers. Mossy gives a single air so they can become free of any human or dog scent. Long For now, Long and her white-tail deer antler to wears scent-blocking gloves pups are happy seeking ant- trainer Carla Long. when she’s handling antlers lers. Mossy takes such pride in used for training. Once a dog has retrieved an antler a few times, it’s retired for a few weeks. She wants the dog to only hone in on ant- ler scent. When puppies arrive at her house, one of the first things they find is a pile of antlers in the yard. Puppies are allowed to play with antlers for a few hours after training sessions. Long does some toss and retrieve play with them, but she’s careful about not doing too much. “Antlers don’t fly,” she said. “I want them to be looking for a motionless object and not looking for flight.” Long has developed some techniques for condi- tioning pups to antler scent that she does not reveal. But the basics are tapping a dog’s instincts to hunt, to react to scent and to please the dog’s best friend _ the owner.

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parties regarding the southern Politics Alaska Ptarmigan and Mt. Rainier white-tailed ptarmigan and its habitat. Based on the status review, harmed local wildlife popu- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service we will make one of three pos- Wildlife Land Trust Is A Farce sible determinations: lations through frivolous lawsuits that have wasted to Initiate Status Reviews of Protection under the ESA is not warranted, in which case no he Humane Society of A sad example of this mis- public funds and the valu- Southern, Mt. Rainier White- further action would be taken. the United States has guided program is the160- able staff time and resources many “fronts” that acre “conservation” ease- of game departments. HSUS tailed Ptarmigan Protection under the ESA workT to ban hunting while at ment the WLT received re- seems to revel suing state as threatened or endangered the same time raking in money cently near Newport, Ore. game departments and the is warranted. In this case, we and other commodities from monly known as a 90-day would publish a proposal to The donated land teems U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service the unsuspecting public. One over public lands and wild- he U.S. Fish and Wild- finding, is based on scientific add the population to the list with deer, fox, coyotes, rab- life Servic information about the species such front is The Wildlife Land life management programs. e (Service) of threatened and endangered bits, squirrels, black bears, provided in a petition request- Trust (HSWLT). This “trust” is announced today that species and designate critical actually a covert affiliate that bobcats, salamanders and T ing the species be listed under habitat (if prudent and deter- we have completed our evalu- a variety of birds, accord- the ESA. The petition and sup- sways landowners into think- ation of a petition to list the minable), solicit independent porting documents provided ing that their donation of land, ing to the HSUS. That’s 160 southern and Mt. Rainier white- scientific peer review of the substantial information that easements, or dollars helps acres of land where wildlife tailed ptarmigan as threatened proposal, seek input from the the southern and Mt. Rainier wildlife – that is far from the management techniques under the Endangered Species public, and consider the input white-tailed ptarmigan may truth. like hunting and trapping Act (ESA). We determined that before a final decision about be threatened by the loss and can never take place again. substantial biological informa- listing the species is made. The program tries to get modification of alpine habitats This can and will lead to tion exists to warrant a more Generally, the final decision is people to donate a conserva- due to global climate change. in-depth examination of the made one year after the species tion easement on their land problems resulting from deer Information in the petition also status of the southern and Mt. is proposed. and coyote populations that indicated that warming tem- to create so-called wildlife Rainier white-tailed ptarmigan. sanctuaries. These ease- cannot be managed. The local peratures may depress popula- Protection under the ESA is warranted but precluded by ments also happen to ban residents will likely bear the We will conduct a full status tion growth rates and increase higher priority activities. This all hunting and trapping on brunt of exploding wildlife review of both subspecies of susceptibility to heat stress. populations that stray off the white-tailed ptarmigan, and means the species would be the donated land forever. To The finding on the petition once the review is complete, added to the Federal list of can- quote their website: “All so-called “sanctuary.” does not mean that we have determine whether to propose didate species, and the proposal decided it is appropriate to HSWLT conservation ease- This is nothing short of adding the southern and/or Mt. to list would be deferred while list the southern or Mt. Rainier ments prohibit recreational a grave setback for wildlife Rainier white-tailed ptarmigan the Service works on listing white-tailed ptarmigan. Rather, and commercial hunting and populations as hunting and to the Federal lists of threatened proposals for other species that this finding is the first step in a trapping, and development trapping are the most effec- or endangered wildlife and are at greater risk. A warranted process to trigger a more thor- within protected areas.” In tive wildlife management plants. The southern white- but precluded finding requires ough review of all the biological reality, these conservation tailed ptarmigan occurs in the subsequent annual reviews and conservation tools avail- information available for both Rocky Mountains of Colorado of the finding until such time easements allow the land- able. subspecies. owner to keep their land and New Mexico. The Mt. as either a listing proposal is published, or a not warranted while giving HSUS the au- HSUS has a long track Rainier white-tailed ptarmigan To ensure the status review record of opposing wildlife occurs in the North Cascade is comprehensive, we are so- finding is made based on new thority to “police” it to make information. sure no one ever hunts or management and conserva- Mountains of Washington. liciting information from State tion, and has in many cases and Federal natural resource traps on it again. The Service’s decision, com- For more information on agencies and all interested 22 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 23 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com the southern and Mt. Rainier white-tailed ptarmigan and authorization expires on June News from the Non-profits 30. The Senate’s version of the this finding, please visit the Ser- bill (S. 1813) ensures the funds vice’s website at: http://www. authorized for LWCF are spent fws.gov/mountain-prairie/ for their intended purpose in species/birds/whitetailedp- rier islands and bayous around each of the next two years and tarmigan/. For public domain the mouth of the Mississippi permanently commits 1.5 per- imagery of the species, please River in Louisiana, is a true cent of LWCF funds to projects visit this flickr gallery: http:// sportsmen’s paradise,” said Jim that provide public access for bit.ly/HvUKun. Martin, conservation director hunting, fishing and other out- Anyone wishing to sub- for the Berkley Conservation door recreation. S. 1813 also mit information regarding Institute. “But what few realize includes the RESTORE Act that the southern or Mt. Rainier is that many of the best public directs 80 percent of Clean Wa- white-tailed ptarmigan may do hunting and fishing oppor- ter Act penalties from the 2010 so by writing to Public Com- Ducks Unlimited tunities in the great national Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill ments Processing, Attn: FWS- wildlife refuges in Texas, Loui- toward Gulf Coast and Missis- R6-ES-2012-0023; Division of siana, Mississippi, Alabama sippi River Delta restoration. Policy and Directives Manage- Gulf Coast sportsmen and Florida were protected by The LWCF/RESTORE provi- funds generated from the off- ment; U.S. Fish and Wildlife urge passage of sion was passed as an amend- shore oil and gas development ment on the Senate floor by an Service; 4401 N. Fairfax Drive, transportation bill in the Gulf through the LWCF.” overwhelming 76-22 bipartisan MS 2042–PDM; Arlington, VA with Land and Water vote. 22203 or by electronic mail to White-tailed Ptarmigan in Summer Plumage “The Gulf Coast ecosystem Conservation Fund and has been greatly impacted by http://www.regulations.gov. Photo:Pete Plage USFWS “What is important to note RESTORE Act funding oil and gas development that is that passing the RESTORE has been used by the entire na- Act and including funding tion for decades,” commented for the Land and Water Con- – Key sportsmen’s groups Paul Schmidt, chief conserva- servation Fund will ensure in the Gulf Coast region called tion officer for Ducks Unlim- that conservation and restora- on Congress today to maintain ited. “The LWCF is the logical tion extend from the coastline provisions for funding land compensation for those impacts and inland to the areas less conservation and Gulf Coast and, working in tandem with impacted by the oil spill but restoration in their negotia- the RESTORE Act, we might still precious to sportsmen,” tions on a final transportation have the means to significantly noted Chris Macaluso, coastal authorization bill. In a telecon- advance protection and restora- outreach coordinator with the ference, representatives of the tion of the Gulf region’s unique Louisiana Wildlife Federation. Berkley Conservation Institute and precious habitats. Within (PureFishing), Ducks Unlim- Created by Congress in the the transportation negotiations, ited and the Louisiana Wildlife 1960s, LWCF uses no taxpayer Congress could finally make Federation outlined the critical dollars and is based on the the commitment to conserva- importance of ensuring that simple concept that revenues tion that this region’s water- the Land and Water Conserva- raised from the depletion of one fowl, wildlife, hunters and tion Fund (LWCF) and the RE- publicly owned resource—off- anglers deserve.” STORE Act provision included shore oil and gas—should be in the Senate’s version of the bill A House and Senate con- used to conserve other resourc- are retained during conference ference committee is currently es for future generations. The negotiations. debating two versions of a fund is authorized to receive transportation bill in the hope up to $900 million from offshore “The Gulf Coast region, in of finding agreement on one oil and gas lease revenues every particular the wetlands, bar- final package before the current year. However, Congress rarely 24 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 25 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com protect wetlands in vital areas appropriates the full amount, and other wildlife. This bill like the Prairie Pothole Region. and often has diverted LWCF ited, follow our tweets at twit- recognizes the significant value and leadership to complete pas- greatest significance to Ducks Farmers and ranchers have funds for other purposes. The ter.com/ducksunlimited and of conservation programs in sage of the 2012 Farm Bill. Unlimited is the $22.3 million watch DU videos atyoutube. long been good stewards of appropriation for the North LWCF provision within the keeping our citizens on their Ducks Unlimited is the com/ducksunlimitedinc. the land and this ensures their American Wetlands Conser- transportation bill seeks to re- working farms, ranches and world’s largest nonprofit orga- continued accountability for vation Act (NAWCA), a more verse decades of underfunding. Andi Cooper forestlands.” nization dedicated to conserv- the federal benefits received. than $13 million cut from last (601) 956-1936 ing North America’s continu- Outside the Gulf Region, The 2012 Farm Bill encom- As the world’s leader in wet- fiscal year. LWCF has protected vital wild- [email protected] passes a wide range of pro- lands conservation, DU and our ally disappearing waterfowl life habitats and helped provide grams connected to Ameri- more than 1 million supporters habitats. Established in 1937, “While we understand the access for hunting and fishing can land and agriculture. The and partners are ready to work DU is celebrating its 75th an- spending constraints the House at hundreds of national wildlife conservation programs have with agricultural producers niversary this year, with special Appropriations Committee is refuges, national forests and DU applauds Senate been streamlined to provide to ensure wetlands serve the events, projects and promotions operating under, we are disap- across the continent. Ducks pointed with the spending level national recreation areas, as passing 2012 Farm Bill practices that will allow farm- needs of our communities and well as state parks and wildlife ers to be better stewards of country.” Unlimited has conserved more recommended for the North ucks Unlimited announced management areas across the their land, as well as conserve than 12 million acres thanks to American Wetlands Conserva- its appreciation today following Protections for our nation’s country. The transportation critical water, soil and wildlife. contributions from more than tion Fund in the subcommit- the U.S. Senate’s 64-35 passage natural resources have never bill’s funding for LWCF will DU is especially pleased to see a million supporters across the tee’s bill,” said DU CEO Dale of the 2012 Farm Bill. The $969.9 been more critical. also help protect areas around several key provisions that will continent. Guided by science Hall. “NAWCA leverages a billion bipartisan bill main- the country that are important conserve wetlands and native “The rate at which native and dedicated to program ef- modest investment of federal tained a conservation title that to sportsmen and women, from grasslands. grassland, particularly in our ficiency, DU works toward the dollars with significant non- will benefit wildlife and people. the Dakota Grasslands to the nation’s prairies, is being con- vision of wetlands sufficient to federal dollars from partner Critical conservation initia- One such program, Sod- John Day Headwaters in the verted rivals any in recent fill the skies with waterfowl to- organizations like Ducks Un- tives include the Conservation saver, is aimed at protecting Malheur National Forest of history,” Schmidt said. “Weak- day, tomorrow and forever. For limited to deliver exemplary Reserve Program, a conserva- native grasslands from being Oregon. ening protections and rising more information on our work, on-the-ground wetlands con- tion easement program with a converted to cropland. It does crop prices have put native visit www.ducks.org. Connect servation across the nation. This Ducks Unlimited is the strong wetland component, a so by reducing federal crop in- grasslands at high risk of being with us on our Facebook page appropriations plan is not good world’s largest nonprofit orga- regional partnership program surance on any grassland acres converted. This Farm Bill sets at facebook.com/ducksunlim- for conservation or the econo- nization dedicated to conserv- aimed at improving water with no cropping history that the stage for ongoing partner- ited, follow our tweets at twit- my, which is strongly benefited ing North America’s continu- quality and a Sodsaver provi- are newly converted to crop ship among America’s farmers, ter.com/ducksunlimited and by outdoor recreationists.” ally disappearing waterfowl sion. The Senate also moved production. The program is es- ranchers, and conservationists, watch DU videos at youtube. habitats. Established in 1937, to link eligibility for federally pecially important in the Prairie Since the program’s incep- providing agricultural produc- com/ducksunlimitedinc. DU is celebrating its 75th an- subsidized crop insurance to Pothole Region of the Dakotas tion, just over $1 billion in ers the programs and tools they niversary this year, with special compliance with conservation and Montana, where the loss of federal grants have been lever- need to manage and maintain events, projects and promotions practices. native grassland nesting habitat aged to collect an additional $3 productive soil and water re- across the continent. Ducks can have monumental impacts billion in matching and non- “In these challenging sources, while generating ben- Unlimited has conserved more on waterfowl populations and U.S. House panel matching funds. These dollars economic times it’s critical efits for waterfowl, hunters, than 12 million acres thanks to people. recommends decrease have been invested in more to thoughtfully review long- anglers and wildlife watchers.” contributions from more than in waterfowl habitat than 2,000 projects that have standing programs and to work “Wetlands are critical not a million supporters across the Hall and Schmidt praised resulted in the conservation of on increased efficacy and cost only as waterfowl and other funding Senate will continent. Guided by science our nation’s senators, especially more than 25 million acres of savings,” said DU CEO Dale wildlife habitat, but also to help be pivotal in rescuing and dedicated to program ef- Chairwoman Debbie Stabe- critical waterfowl and wildlife Hall. “The conservation title in improve water quality and re- ficiency, DU works toward the now and Ranking Member programs habitat across North America. the Farm Bill has gone through duce flooding for downstream vision of wetlands sufficient to Pat Roberts, for crafting a bi- The Interior, Environment extreme scrutiny, and our legis- residents,” said DU Chief Con- “These projects benefit not fill the skies with waterfowl to- partisan bill that enhances our and Related Agencies Appro- lators have made some changes servation Officer Paul Schmidt. only waterfowl, but also our day, tomorrow and forever. For nation’s agricultural economy priations Subcommittee yester- that maintain support for a “Providing incentives for good citizens, providing water stor- more information on our work, and conserves essential natural day passed a bill out of subcom- strong agricultural economy conservation practices as part age, flood protection and other visit www.ducks.org. Connect resources. Ducks Unlimited mittee that would cut funding and the conservation of soil, of the crop insurance program tangible values. NAWCA is one with us on our Facebook page stands ready to work with the for key conservation programs water, wetlands, waterfowl is sound public policy and will of the most effective conserva- at facebook.com/ducksunlim- House agricultural committee of importance to waterfowl. 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by the U.S. government and ing North America’s continu- its restoration by including the and wildlife industries depend habitats. Established in 1937, its return on taxpayer invest- ally disappearing waterfowl RESTORE Act in the bill they upon the habitat these marshes DU is celebrating its 75th an- ment is unparalleled,” Hall habitats. Established in 1937, will send to the president,” said provide to fish and wildlife, niversary this year, with special continued. “We are commit- DU is celebrating its 75th an- DU CEO Dale Hall. “Without the nation’s energy and ship- events, projects and promotions ted to working with Congress niversary this year, with special this investment in restoration, ping industries depend on across the continent. Ducks throughout the appropriations events, projects and promotions the people and wildlife that these same marshes to protect Unlimited has conserved more process to increase funding for across the continent. Ducks depend on the Gulf region’s important infrastructure from than 12 million acres thanks to this essential program. Our Unlimited has conserved more ecosystem, as well as indus- Gulf storms. contributions from more than hope is that the final enacted than 12 million acres thanks to tries vital to the entire country, a million supporters across the “The economic health of bill will contain funding levels contributions from more than remain even more susceptible continent. Guided by science the United States depends on more reflective of NAWCA’s a million supporters across the to future disasters.” and dedicated to program ef- sustaining the navigation, flood effectiveness, its value and its continent. Guided by science ficiency, DU works toward the Since the 2010 Deepwater control and energy production Pheasants Forever significant contributions to and dedicated to program ef- vision of wetlands sufficient to Horizon disaster, DU and its provided by the Gulf Coast wetlands habitat conservation ficiency, DU works toward the fill the skies with waterfowl to- 85% CRP Acceptance partners have worked with ecosystem, and each of those and the economy.” vision of wetlands sufficient to day, tomorrow and forever. For Rate Leads to Nearly 4 Congress to build support for functions is currently at severe fill the skies with waterfowl to- more information on our work, Million Acres of Habitat Also in the bill were major legislation ensuring penalties risk due to the degradation of day, tomorrow and forever. For visit www.ducks.org. Connect cuts to other key programs that paid by the responsible parties these coastal wetlands,” Hall Pheasants Forever con- more information on our work, with us on our Facebook page impact waterfowl, including an under the Clean Water Act are said. “This legislation is impor- cerned about massive habitat visit www.ducks.org. Connect at facebook.com/ducksunlim- overall 21 percent cut to the U.S. used to restore the Gulf Coast tant to the entire country. The losses in Northern Plains with us on our Facebook page ited, follow our tweets at twit- Fish and Wildlife Service bud- region. region is an often overlooked at facebook.com/ducksunlim- ter.com/ducksunlimited and get and a dramatic 80 percent but important part of the foun- ited, follow our tweets at twit- “Ducks Unlimited com- watch DU videos at youtube. drop in recommended funding dation of our national economy, CRP lands provide quality ter.com/ducksunlimited and mends Senators Barbara Boxer, com/ducksunlimitedinc. for the Land and Water Conser- and the financial strength of pheasant and wildlife habitat watch DU videos at youtube. Mary Landrieu, Richard Shelby, vation Fund (LWCF). On a par- the nation is intrinsically tied across much of the country. com/ducksunlimitedinc. Bill Nelson, David Vitter, the allel track, DU and a large num- to this region’s environmental other Senate cosponsors of RE- Agriculture Secretary Tom ber of partners are supporting well-being.” STORE and their staffs for their Vilsack today announced that LWCF funding in the ongoing Ducks Unlimited dedication to seeing the legisla- As the single most impor- the U.S. Department of Ag- negotiations over the trans- tion passed,” said DU President tant wintering area for water- riculture (USDA) will accept portation bill. The current Sen- celebrates victory for John Newman. “House Speaker fowl in North America, the 3.9 million acres offered under ate version of the bill includes Gulf Coast restoration John Boehner; Majority Leader Gulf Coast is one of DU’s five the 43rd Conservation Reserve $1.4 billion in LWCF funding. Ducks Unlimited is cel- Eric Cantor; and Congressmen highest-priority habitats for Program (CRP) general sign- DU continues to encourage ebrating the inclusion of key el- Steve Scalise, Jo Bonner and conservation on the continent. up. During the extended five- its supporters to contact their ements of the RESTORE Act in Steve Palazzo should also be Unfortunately, no wetland week signup, the Department members of Congress to sup- the Surface Transportation applauded for making Gulf system in North America is received nearly 48,000 offers port this important component Extension Act reported out of Coast restoration a priority.” sustaining the rates of loss in- on more than 4.5 million acres of the highway bill. conference committee today. curred in the Gulf Coast region, of land, demonstrating demand “This legislation is a ra- The subcommittee bill now The RESTORE Act directs Clean especially in coastal Louisiana. for CRP as our nation’s most tional and necessary solution moves to the full Appropria- Water Act fines levied against Hence, Ducks Unlimited’s successful voluntary program that adds no further burden to tions Committee for markup the parties responsible for the focus remains on addressing for conserving land and im- taxpayers or the national defi- and the Senate will act on the Deepwater Horizon oil spill to the long-term loss of coastal proving our soil, water, air and cit and ensures the fines levied resulting legislation later this restore the Gulf Coast’s ecosys- wetlands threatening this vital wildlife habitat resources. against the responsible parties year. DU is working to restore tem and economy. ecosystem. are invested in the areas most USDA selected offers for funding for programs in the bill “Ducks Unlimited is pleased damaged by the spill,” Hall Ducks Unlimited is the enrollment based on an Envi- most important to waterfowl. to see Congress recognize the said. world’s largest nonprofit orga- ronmental Benefits Index (EBI) Ducks Unlimited is the national importance of the Gulf nization dedicated to conserv- comprised of five environmen- Just as the Gulf region’s world’s largest nonprofit orga- Coast and seize this precedent- ing North America’s continu- tal factors plus cost. The five multi-billion-dollar fishing nization dedicated to conserv- setting opportunity to support ally disappearing waterfowl environmental factors are: (1)

28 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 29 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com wildlife enhancement, (2) wa- farm fields were reduced by 623 ter quality, (3) soil erosion, (4) cerns from areas experiencing million pounds and 124 million tion that operates through this Project: Buffalo Creek Wildlife hancement of native, local tall- enduring benefits, and (5) air loss of overall CRP. In addition, pounds respectively. The CRP truly grassroots structure. Management Area, Mangold grass prairie on state wildlife Congress can address these Addition, Delaware County. management areas within the quality. The minimal acceptable has restored more than two Rehan Nana (651) 209-4973 habitat and natural resource The purpose of this 40-acre 35-county Prairie Pothole Joint EBI level for this sign-up was million acres of wetlands and [email protected] 209. The average rental rate per concerns by quickly passing a associated buffers and reduces project is to restore and protect Venture Region in Iowa. The acre for this sign-up is $51.24. 2012 Farm Bill with a strong soil erosion by more than 300 Pheasants Forever is a non- grassland and riparian wetland goal is to assist in the enhance- overall conservation title in- million tons per year. CRP profit conservation organiza- habitats in the Wapsipinicon ment of 1,440 acres of tallgrass “On one hand, we are cluding CRP, and new policies also provides $1.8 billion an- tion dedicated to the protection River watershed. This effort prairie and create 290 new acres pleased to see such a substan- like the Sodsaver provisions nually to landowners—dollars and enhancement of pheasants, will protect a prairie stream of tallgrass prairie associated tial number of offers from this that will help protect valuable that make their way into local quail and other wildlife popula- by acquiring additional ripar- with restored wetlands on areas spring’s CRP general signup, native prairie grasslands.” economies, supporting small tions in North America through ian habitat and creating an designated for wildlife man- considering external factors habitat improvement, land additional wetland within the agement. The objective is to CRP is a voluntary pro- businesses and creating jobs. such as record high land val- management, public awareness corridor. Waterfowl, grassland enhance tallgrass prairie blocks gram designed to help farmers, In addition, CRP is the largest ues and commodity prices,” and education. Such efforts nesting birds and many spe- large enough to achieve eco- ranchers and other agricultural private lands carbon sequestra- said Dave Nomsen, Pheasants benefit landowners and wildlife cies that use riparian habitat logical function and to benefit producers protect their envi- tion program in the country. By Forever’s Vice President of alike. will benefit from this project. all grassland bird species that ronmentally sensitive land. placing vulnerable cropland Governmental Affairs. Another objective is to create a breed in the Iowa portion of Eligible landowners receive an- into conservation, CRP se- NAWCA Grants large wildlife habitat complex the Prairie Pothole Region. The Nomsen added, “On the nual rental payments and cost- questers carbon in plants and to Help Pheasants for the benefit of wildlife and Iowa Department of Natural other hand, we are concerned share assistance to establish soil, and reduces both fuel and Forever Conserve Iowa, for public access to these natu- Resources is a partner on this about the significant decline of long-term, resource conserving fertilizer usage. In 2010, CRP ral resources. The Iowa Depart- project. CRP acres across the Northern covers on eligible farmland resulted in carbon sequestra- Minnesota and Wisconsin ment of Natural Resources is a Plains states. In total, the North- throughout the duration of 10 tion equal to taking almost 10 Habitat Minnesota partner on this project. ern Plains will lose in excess to 15 year contracts. million cars off the road. PF utilizes NAWCA Project: Minnesota Lake Water- of one million acres of CRP fowl Complex Ad- CRP has a 25-year legacy of For more information re- funding to create wildlife through the 2012 re-enrollment dition, Faribault successfully protecting the na- garding today’s announcement, habitat, public hunting process. The continued loss County. This proj- tion’s natural resources through please contact Dave Nomsen at of CRP from this region will opportunities ect will build upon voluntary participation, while (320) 491-9163 or E-mail Dave. have far reaching wildlife and Washington, D.C. – June existing conserva- providing significant economic For all other inquiries, please environmental ramifications. 14, 2012 – Pheasants Forever tion work being and environmental benefits contact Rehan Nana, Pheasants These acres represent America’s has been awarded five North completed by fed- to rural communities across Forever and Quail Forever Pub- pheasant and duck factories, as American Wetlands Conserva- eral, state and pri- the United States. Under CRP, lic Relations Specialist, at (651) well as the starting point for the tion Act (NAWCA) grants to vate organizations. farmers and ranchers plant 209-4973 or E-mail Rehan. Mississippi and Missouri River conserve wetlands and associ- The Minnesota grasses and trees in crop fields watersheds impacting water Pheasants Forever, includ- ated grasslands in Iowa, Minne- Lake Waterfowl and along streams or rivers. quality all the way to the Gulf ing its quail conservation di- sota and Wisconsin. Pheasants Production Area The plantings prevent soil and of Mexico.” vision, Quail Forever, is the Forever will utilize NAWCA acquisition will nutrients from washing into nation’s largest nonprofit or- funding to permanently pro- While Pheasants Forever permanently pro- waterways, reduce soil erosion ganization dedicated to upland tect and conserve habitat on is concerned about the current tect 78 acres within that may otherwise contribute habitat conservation. Pheasants more than 2,100 acres that are status of CRP, Nomsen did ad- an area that has to poor air and water quality, Forever and Quail Forever have vital to waterfowl and upland dress opportunities to work over 1,323 acres of and provide valuable habitat more than 135,000 members birds and also open to public toward in the coming months. permanently pro- for wildlife. Plant cover estab- and 700 local chapters across hunting. “Recent USDA announcements tected habitat. This lished on the acreage accepted the United States and Canada. for new CRP initiatives focus- Pheasants Forever projects complex is adja- into the CRP will reduce nutri- Chapters are empowered to ing on 750,000 acres of highly funded with NAWCA Small cent to Minnesota ent and sediment runoff in our determine how 100 percent of erodible, or HEL lands, and for Grants in the Midwest for 2012 Project: Iowa Prairie Pothole Lake, a regionally significant nation’s rivers and streams. In their locally raised conserva- 1 million acres of targeted CRP include: Upland Habitat Enhancement 1,900-acre lake vital to migra- 2011, as a result of CRP, nitrogen tion funds are spent, the only buffer practices may be very II. The purpose of this grant tory waterfowl within the area. and phosphorous losses from national conservation organiza- Iowa helpful to address resource con- project is to fund critical en- The area has been designated 30 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 31 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com dition to recognizing the ben- by the Minnesota Department The North American Wetlands efits of these 12 acquisitions for land, with the balance enrolled nesting cover vital to both of Natural Resources as a mi- Conservation Act was estab- Minnesota wildlife, it is just as PF Utilizes Legacy in the Conservation Reserve upland birds and waterfowl, gratory waterfowl feeding and lished in 1989 to provide match- important to recognize the ben- Funding to Permanently Program. This piece of land lies including sandhill cranes. resting area. ing grants for organizations and efits for every Minnesotan who individuals who have devel- Protect 1,820 MN Acres of within a major deer wintering Project: West Central MN appreciates the outdoors. These Otter Tail County, 80-Acre oped partnerships to carry out Wildlife Habitat area, and pheasants, ducks and Grasslands II, Big Stone, Pope, lands are now indefinitely Addition, Grefsrud WPA. This wetlands conservation projects geese are common. This project Traverse and Stevens Coun- 12 land purchases in eight protected, open for a variety of acquisition provides high qual- in the United States. As part of was completed with the help of ties. West-central Minnesota counties will be open outdoor recreational activities ity wildlife habitat and im- the Act, both the Migratory Bird a $75,000 NAWCA grant. provides important migration to public hunting and and are available for the public proves the wildlife manage- Conservation Commission and and breeding waterfowl habi- to enjoy.” Lac qui Parle County, New ment ability of the overall unit. Northern American Wetlands outdoor recreation tats. This area also provides 64-Acre Striker WMA. This The Pelican River Pheasants Conservation Council were Saint Paul, Minn. – June 13, Clay County, New 295-Acre critical staging and migratory property, which contains a Forever chapter also contrib- formed to recommend and 2012 – Pheasants Forever an- WPA. This new Waterfowl habitats for lesser scaup, can- natural wetland, is already uted $1,000 to this project. approve worthy conservation nounces the completion of 12 Production Area will provide vasbacks, ring-necked ducks bordered by wildlife areas projects. From September 1990 land purchase projects in eight significant grassland and wet- Pope County, 74-Acre Ad- and other migratory waterfowl. on three sides, and will now through March 2011, some 4,500 Minnesota counties with the land protection. It also builds dition, Little Joe WMA. This The purpose of this project is to expand grassland/wetland partners in 2,067 projects have help of grants recommended on existing investments, as it purchase protects a unique restore and protect grassland protection and recreational op- received more than $1.1 billion by the Lessard-Sams Outdoor is very close in proximity to landscape featuring oak savan- and wetland habitats to assist portunities. This project was in grants. They have contrib- Heritage Council. The proper- Pheasants Forever’s first WPA na and remnant native prairie, land managers in increasing completed with the help of a uted another $2.32 billion in ties, totaling 1,820 acres, are acquisition project from Legacy home to white-tailed deer and and accelerating grassland $75,000 NAWCA grant. matching funds to affect 26.5 now permanently protected funding and is near other pub- wild turkey. The area also pro- management for the benefit of million acres of habitat and for wildlife, and will be turned lic and private grassland areas. Morrison County, 202-Acre vides winter cover for pheas- waterfowl and grassland nest- $1.21 billion in nonmatching over to the Minnesota Depart- Addition, Ereaux WMA. This ants. The purchase increases the ing birds within the project Jackson County, 145-Acre funds to affect 234,820 acres ment of Natural Resources or large acquisition adds much- size of the WMA to more than area. The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Addition, Christiania WPA. of habitat. NAWCA funding is U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, needed upland nesting cover 300 acres. Service is a partner on this This purchase adds 145 acres acreage to the existing WMA, awarded through a Standard and opened to public hunting Redwood County, New 640- project. to the existing 160-acre Chris- increasing its overall size to and a Small Grants Program. and outdoor recreation as ei- tiania WPA, creating a 305-acre Acre Voosen WMA. This proj- Wisconsin ther state Wildlife Management more than 700 acres. The Mor- About Pheasants Forever area that provides high quality ect, Pheasants Forever’s largest Project: Marquardt Addition to Areas (WMA) or federal Water- rison County Pheasants For- Pheasants Forever and its quail wetland and upland habitats. single acquisition in southwest the Hallie Marsh Wildlife Area, fowl Production Areas (WPA). ever chapter contributed $5,000 division, Quail Forever, is the Minnesota, will add to an exist- Chippewa County. The Mar- Lac qui Parle County, 54- to this project, and the Mille nation’s largest nonprofit or- The 12 acquisitions include ing habitat complex that totals quardt Acquisition will protect Acre Addition, Wild Wings Lacs/Benton County Pheasants ganization dedicated to upland seven WMA projects and five more than 1,200 acres. The proj- a palustrine emergent wetland WMA. The upland acres will Forever chapter contributed habitat conservation. Com- WPA projects. “It’s a great day ect will permanently convert and allow for the conversion be extremely valuable habitat $10,000 to its completion. bined, Pheasants Forever and for Minnesota conservation,” approximately 400 acres of bare of row cropping to significant to this wildlife area, as the cur- Quail Forever have more than says Joe Pavelko, Pheasants Otter Tail County, 32-Acre farmland back to native upland upland nesting cover/habitat rent area has a low percentage 135,000 members and 700 lo- Forever’s Minnesota Direc- Addition, Putnam WPA. A pair prairie. The Redwood County for waterfowl and grassland of nesting cover for pheasants. cal chapters across the United tor of Conservation, “These of tracts deemed high-priority Pheasants Forever chapter con- birds. This will decrease habi- Boundary management will States and Canada. Chapters projects span different regions areas for wildlife habitat pro- tributed $15,000 to this project. tat fragmentation while also also improve the area for out- tection are now permanently are empowered to determine of the state, but all share the Wright County, 59-Acre serving as a buffer from area door recreational users as the conserved as part of the Put- how 100 percent of their lo- common theme of conserving Addition, Pelican Lake WMA. urbanization and development. area increases to 167 acres. This nam WPA. The area consists of cally raised conservation funds wildlife habitat forever. And Pelican Lake has been identi- Pheasants Forever will acquire project was completed with the wetlands, has upland habitat are spent, the only national all these outstanding projects fied as a high priority area and eventually restore the 105- help of a $75,000 North Ameri- restoration potential and buf- conservation organization that were made possible with fund- for restoration and lakeshore acre Marquardt property, and can Wetlands Conservation Act fers against encroaching devel- operates through this truly ing from the Outdoor Heritage acquisition by the Minnesota then donate the land to the Wis- (NAWCA) grant. opment. grassroots structure. Fund, which was created by DNR and the USFWS. This par- consin Department of Natural Lac qui Parle County, New Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land Otter Tail County, 66-Acre cel, which adds to the existing Resources. 109-Acre Corners WMA. This and Legacy Amendment.” Addition, Mondt WPA. This 500-acre Pelican Lake WMA, parcel contains a 24-acre wet- About NAWCA Pavelko also notes, “In ad- purchase conserves upland will help facilitate lake water 32 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 33 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com bill by the reauthorization management on Pelican Lake. deadline of June 30. as state parks and wildlife man- Transportation Bill Land River in Idaho. These precious threatened ecosystem while The Wright County Pheasants agement areas. and Water Conservation areas protect important fish and preserving the working land- Forever chapter also contrib- The House and Senate are wildlife habitat and provide scape of ranching and livestock The teleconference will give uted $10,000 to this project. currently debating two versions Funding Provisions great hunting and fishing.” operations. Passing this trans- reporters a chance to hear about of a transportation bill in the Important to Sportsmen portation bill with dependable Pheasants Forever, includ- the opportunity to secure ad- A House and Senate con- hope of finding agreement on Pierre, SD - May 24 - Lead- funding for LWCF will make a ing its quail conservation di- ditional funding for habitat ference committee is currently one final package. The Senate’s ers representing sportsmen’s tremendous impact.” vision, Quail Forever, is the conservation and outdoor rec- debating two versions of a version of the Transportation interests, including Pheasants nation’s largest nonprofit or- reation access and will provide transportation bill in the hope Conserving native prairie bill (S. 1813) ensures that the Forever, Ducks Unlimited, a ganization dedicated to upland an example of the areas that of finding agreement on one and wetlands in the region is funds authorized for the Land South Dakota farmer/rancher, habitat conservation. Pheasants would benefit from funding. final package before the cur- a priority for South Dakota and Water Conservation Fund and the former Secretary of Forever and Quail Forever have rent authorization expires on farmer and rancher, Jim Faul- (LWCF) are spent for their Who: National conservation South Dakota Game, Fish and more than 130,000 members June 30th. The Senate’s version stich. “As a rancher, I’m very intended purpose in each of groups and Dakotas sports- Parks, joined today to call on and 700 local chapters across of the bill (S. 1813) ensures the concerned about the conver- the next two years and perma- men/landowners Congress to maintain funding the United States and Canada. funds authorized for the LWCF sion of grass to crops,” Faul- nently commits 1.5% of LWCF for land and water conserva- Chapters are empowered to are spent for their intended stich said. “We need to take a to projects that provide public What: Telephone news con- tion programs as they debate a determine how 100 percent of purpose in each of the next two holistic approach to landscape access for hunting, fishing, ference on land and water con- final transportation authoriza- their locally raised conserva- years and permanently com- management and care for our and other outdoor recreation. servation funding tion bill. In a teleconference, the tion funds are spent, the only mits 1.5 percent of LWCF funds natural resources or we will all This was added to the Senate When: Thursday, May 24, groups described the urgent national conservation organiza- to projects that provide public lose in so many ways, now and bill during floor consideration 11am EDT/10am CDT/9am need to protect precious wet- tion that operates through this access for hunting, fishing and for future generations. We have in March, passing by an over- MDT lands and native prairies in the truly grassroots structure. other outdoor recreation. The proven this over time in our whelming 76-22 bipartisan Dakota Grasslands Conserva- Where: Dial 800-621-4410, LWCF funding provision was own family operation.” -30- vote. tion Area as an example of why passcode 6758331# passed as an amendment on the this funding is critical to fish Securing the funding for Securing this funding will Senate floor by an overwhelm- and wildlife conservation in LWCF within the transpor- be vital for areas like the Prairie ing 76-22 bipartisan vote. Secur- addition to sportsmen’s access tation bill will impact areas Pothole Region – one of the coun- ing this funding will be vital for to public lands. around the country that are Sportsmen’s Groups Urge try’s most at-risk landscapes, areas like the Prairie Pothole important to sportsmen and but also an area well known to “Protecting the best of Region, one of the country’s Keeping Land and Water women, from the Okefenokee sportsmen for its importance what’s left in the Prairie Pothole most at-risk landscapes as Conservation Funding in National Wildlife Refuge in for migratory waterfowl and Region (PPR) can be our great- well as an area well known to Florida and Georgia, to the Transportation Bill for upland birds. LWCF has est legacy. Tools like the Land sportsmen for its importance John Day Headwaters in the TELE NEWS CONFER- also helped to provide access and Water Conservation Fund to migratory waterfowl and for Malheur National Forest of Or- ENCE SET FOR THURSDAY, for hunting and fishing at hun- will help us meet the landown- upland birds. egon. Since its creation, LWCF MAY 24 at 11 am EDT dreds ers’ needs on the ground and “The Dakota Grasslands has also helped to provide ac- of na- leverage the significant private Contact: Rehan Conservation Area project cess for hunting and fishing at tional and state dollars invested in Nana (651) 209-4973 would accelerate the conserva- hundreds of national wildlife wild- the region,” said John Cooper, Jodi Stemler (703) tion of native prairie and wet- refuges, national forests and life ref- former Secretary of South Da- 915-1386 lands within the PPR of North national recreation areas, as uges, kota Game, Fish and Parks. and South Dakota. The PPR well as state parks and wildlife Pheasants Forever and na- “The conservation funding was formed by glaciers 10,000 management areas across the Ducks Unlimited will partner tional provisions in the Senate-passed years ago and is one of the country. with South Dakota farmer/ forests, transportation bill have strong world’s most productive breed- ranchers and sportsmen in a and bipartisan support and will “The Dakota Grasslands is ing grounds for waterfowl and telephone news conference on nation- have a tremendous impact just one example of why we other wetland and grassland Thursday, May 24 to spotlight al rec- here in the grasslands, as well need to make sure Congress birds,” said Paul Schmidt, chief the opportunity to secure land reation as in the Flint Hills of Kansas, finalizes a transportation bill conservation officer withDucks and water conservation fund- areas, the Everglades headwaters this year and that it retains Unlimited. “We need to act ing in the final transportation as well in Florida, or along the Snake the LWCF provisions. 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program has done so much Twitter, use hashtag Dave Nomsen, Quail Forever’s good for hunters and anglers #FarmBillNow Vice President of Government in giving us places to go, while Affairs. 2) Maintain According to Tim Tordoff, protecting important habitat for funding for fed- individual membership fish and wildlife,” said Dave eral conservation and dinner tickets are Nomsen, Vice President of Gov- programs such as $75. There is also an op- ernment Affairs with Pheasants the Conservation tional family member- Forever. Reserve Program ship package for $105 ### (CRP), which pro- which includes two din- vide key habitat for ners. Additional family Media Contact: wildlife. Hunters dinners are available at Jodi Stemler and anglers spend $30 each. Banquet, Con- 703-915-1386 $76 billion annu- servation, Sustaining [email protected] ally to pursue their and Gold Level Sustain- www.lwcfcoalition.org outdoor activities ing sponsorship pack- ages are also available at $275, across the country RGS on lands like CRP. $500, $1,000 and $2,000 re- spectively. Sponsorship tickets 3) Oppose purchased before August 1st, amendments that Conservation group to will be listed in the banquet hurt conservation. host fundraiser dinner in program. QUAIL FOREVER Quail Forever specifically op- Minneapolis And, in the spirit of the poses four Farm Bill amend- Proceeds used to restore and ments, including: outdoors, youngsters under Join Quail Forever in protect grouse and woodcock the age of 16 who recently took Saying “Farm Bill Now” #2314, which would repeal habitat and passed a hunter education The U.S. Senate is acting on the Conservation Reserve Pro- course and/or women who gram and the Conservation have participated in a recent the Farm Bill TODAY, Tuesday June 19th! Stewardship Program Outdoors Women program, #2181, which sets income The Twin Cities Chapter of and can verify same; will re- Quail Forever urges its the Ruffed Grouse Society will ceive a complimentary dinner members, upland hunters and limitations for all Farm Bill program eligibility host its 34th Annual Sports- ticket when accompanied by a sportsmen and women na- men’s Banquet on Thursday, paying adult. tionwide to call and leave a #2313, which would repeal August 2, 2012 at the Earle message for their Senators. Tell the Forest Legacy Program Brown Heritage Center, 6155 them to support the Farm Bill #2293, which eliminates Earle Brown Drive, Brooklyn As with all RGS fundrais- and oppose the four amend- Center, MN, beginning with a er’s, proceeds from this event ments listed below. waiver authority to exceed existing adjusted gross income reception party at 5:30 p.m. Din- will be used to restore and pro- All Senate offices can be limitations for environmentally ner will be served at 7:30 p.m. tect area grouse and woodcock found here or directly through sensitive land of special signifi- habitat. the Capitol Switchboard (202) cance 224-3121. Ask your Senator to: “Quail Forever members As is the custom at this For more information and/ 1) Help pass a Farm Bill and supporters can help move event, the evening will feature or tickets call Tordoff at 605-670- now. Waiting only serves to a Farm Bill with strong con- a live and silent auction, games, 8360, or by e-mail at: ttordoff@ increase budget pressures, servation provisions forward, drawings and door prizes; bhz.com . while pressures on the rural including CRP, which remains highlighted with the finest landscape continue to grow. If the cornerstone of the Farm selection of quality firearms, you contact your Senator via Bill’s conservation title,” says artwork and collectable’s.

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Consolidation of the man- New ‘Companion case the best competitors in with these events in December. News From The AKC agement of details and judg- Events Extravaganza’ the country, rotate venues and ing assignments into a single Recognizing Top Dogs in teach responsible dog owner- For information about qualify- interface ship to the public through ing for these events and ad- majors in their own divisions. Agility, Obedience and demonstrations, seminars and ditional competition details, News from AKC Ability to now assign judges AKC Rally® Debuts in other companion dog related stay tuned to http://www. For the complete 2012 sched- to Sweepstakes panels President, Dennis 2013 activities,” said Doug Ljungren, akc.org/events/obedience/. ule of championship points, Sprung: Ability to assign a judge to which goes into effect May 16th, Beginning in We work hard at AKC to the whole panel for an individ- Online Competition Manage- 2013, the Amer- take fancier input into ac- ual competition or the panels of ment System (OCMS) - We ican Kennel count and implement chang- multiple competitions held by 2013 AKC Pointing Breed recently implemented a new Club® (AKC®) es that make things easier the same club on the same day tool that will help clubs manage will celebrate Gun Dog Championship for exhibitors and clubs. their events online - the Online Ability to totally manage, the top dogs in Returns to Nebraska

Competition include creating, all aspects of AKC Compan- I’d like Manage- an Open Show Conformation ion Events with to share 2013 AKC Pointing Breed ment System competition - including the the “Compan- some of Gun Dog Championship to (OCMS). date and site for the event ion Events Ex- AKC’s Return to Nebraska’s Branched travaganza,” a most re- You can access OCMS by Oak Field Trial Grounds The initial multi-day event cent de- following the Online Plans launch of that will fea- The 20th running of the velop- and Event Management link OCMS al- ture Champion- AKC Pointing Breed Gun Dog ments that your club uses currently. lows clubs ship events for Championship will be held where to manage Obedience and at the Branched Oak Field your con- Events that can be managed Vice President of Compan- the infor- Agility and a new national Trial Grounds near Lincoln, tributions using OCMS will have an ad- ion and Performance Events. mation for competition for AKC Rally®. Nebraska. The multi-day event, have ditional icon that looks like a Open Show beginning Saturday, March 16, mattered medal associated with it. Click- The 2012 National Obedience Conforma- On March 15-17, 2013 in Tulsa, 2013, will consist of two Cham- greatly. ing on the icon will launch you Invitational and National Ju- tion, Special- Oklahoma, the National Obe- pionship stakes (retrieving and As al- into the new OCMS system. niors Obedience Competition ties, Parent dience Championship (for- non-retrieving), plus, for the ways, we will be held as usual in conjunc- Club Spe- merly known as the National first time, a supporting Open welcome We believe this will make tion with the AKC/Eukanuba cialties, Ju- Obedience Invitational) will Derby Stake. A portion of the continued managing your events much National Championship this nior Show- move from its usual calendar event’s proceeds will benefit feedback. easier. Do you have ideas that December in Orlando, Florida. manship date in December to run in the Nebraska Field Trial Asso- could improve the OCMS even and Sweep- conjunction with the National ciation with its ongoing mainte- Updated further? Please contact Alan Beginning in December 2013, stakes. Agility Championship. A new nance and improvements to the Point Slay at 919-608-1374 or als@ a new obedience competition AKC Rally® National Com- Branched Oaks grounds. Schedule - Board and Staff akc.org with your reactions. – the AKC Obedience Clas- OCMS replaces and adds ef- petition will be held on the listened to the fancy and acted sic – will be held in conjunc- “We are pleased to work ficiency to the existing online Friday of that weekend. After so that exhibitors can now Sincerely, tion with the AKC/Eukanuba with the Nebraska Field Trial processes used to manage event 2013, the combined “Extrava- find majors closer to home. National Championship and Association to bring the event details and judging assign- ganza” will rotate to different AKC Agility Invitational in back to Branched Oak for the ments. Some of the enhance- locations around the country. We’ve realigned the divisions Dennis B. Sprung Orlando. The new competition fifth time,” said Tom Maneely, ments include: for a more equitable distribu- “Thanks to the vision of retired will crown the top dogs for the the AKC Pointing Breed Field tion of points as well as changed Real-time editing and President and CEO Companion Events AVP Curt year in the Novice, Open and Representative assigned to the number of divisions from feedback of the status of your Curtis and his staff, this new Utility classes. The National work with the host organi- 13 to 15 to increase the like- changes ‘Companion Events Extrava- Juniors Obedience Competi- zation. “The dedication and lihood of exhibitors having tion will continue to be held experience of the Association Faster system performance ganza’ will allow us to show- 38 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 39 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com portunities a must. members will ensure that the AKC Pointing Breed Gun Dog that served in World War I.The News from the Enemy Camps & the Good Guys Championship is a quality Championship include Ca- Hartsdale Pet Cemetery (www. event.” bela’s, the official outfitter of In-depth knowledge of and petcem.com ) is located at 75 The Championship stakes experience in the sport of pure- Dog Championship; Purina, Central Park Avenue.The pub- are open to all AKC-regis- bred dogs in such capacities academic record, FFA and other the official dog food sponsor; AVMA-funded FFA grant lic is invited to the memorial tered pointing breeds that have as Delegate, judge, exhibitor, school and community activi- Tri-Tronics Inc.; Eukanuba Pet scholarship awarded to event at Hartsdale, the first pet earned an AKC Field Champi- or other active participant is a ties, supervised agricultural ex- Food Company; and Sport- aspiring veterinarian cemetery in America and the onship or Amateur Field Cham- huge plus. A four year degree is perience program in agricultur- DOG. oldest continuously operated a must; an advanced degree is a from Washington, Kansas al education and future goals. pionship title, or any dog that, animal burial ground in the during the period of one year Additional details, includ- plus. All responses will be kept Hansen says that she was world. prior to the closing date of the ing the premium list, will be confidential. Email resume and The National FFA Organiza- inspired to become a large-an- trial, has placed first, second posted on akc.org as they be- a cover letter detailing any rel- tion awarded a $1,000 American imal veterinarian through her or third in any AKC Gun Dog come available. evant experience in the sport to: Veterinary Medical Association childhood in Kasper, Wyoming NSSF to Intervene in stake (Open or Amateur) with (AVMA) scholarship to Amber- and Washington State. She’s Latest Lawsuit Against at least 8, 13 or 18 starters re- lea Hansen of Yacolt, Wash. been interested in the field since spectively. Posting for AKC COO Sue Goldberg, Principal Traditional Ammunition elementary school and has AVMA sponsors scholar- The National Shooting Position The Brandon Group – Ex- even volunteered at veterinary In honor of the 20th run- ships for aspiring veterinarians Sports Foundation, the trade Due to the upcoming re- ecutive Search Worldwide clinics to learn more about the ning of the Championship, a through the FFA every year. association for the firearms and tirement of the incumbent, a profession. 30-minute single series Open Email: brandongroup@aol. Studying pre-veterinary medi- ammunition industry, will file Derby Stake will be held. There search has been launched for a com cine classes at Kansas State Uni- For more information about to intervene in the frivolous are no special qualifications for Chief Operating Officer for the versity as a freshman, Hansen the AVMA and its programs, lawsuit brought today by the dogs entered in the Open Derby American Kennel Club. hopes to get into the school’s please visit www.avma.org. Center for Biological Diversity stake. Based in Raleigh, North veterinary school after earning and six other groups to pres- The Non-Retrieving Cham- Carolina and reporting to the her undergraduate degree. She sure the Environmental Protec- pionship will consist of a one- President and Chief Executive is interested in practicing large Hartsdale Pet Cemetery tion Agency to ban traditional hour single series. The Retriev- Officer, the COO will oversee an animal veterinary medicine. Snaps To Attention To ammunition containing lead organization of approximately components. ing Championship will again “I was very excited to learn Honor “Soldiers’ Best 240 employees. The successful be a two series event. The first that I had received this schol- The EPA already has twice candidate will be an entrepre- Friends” on Sunday will be 30 minutes, retrieving arship,” Hansen says. “This denied petitions filed by CBD neurial business executive with on course. Dogs will be called scholarship will help me to pur- to ban traditional ammunition, 10 or more years documented The Hartsdale Pet Cem- back at the judge’s discretion sue my lifelong dream to be a noting correctly that it does not leadership experience in a etery hosts its annual War for the second series, which will veterinarian. When I graduate have the authority to regulate corporate environment. She / Dog Memorial Celebration consist of 45 minutes retrieving from veterinary school, it’s my traditional ammunition under he will have had multi-million on Sunday, June 10 at 1 p.m. on course. plan to practice large animal the Toxic Substances Control dollar budgetary responsibility with ceremonies to remem- veterinary medicine in Wyo- Act. “The Nebraska Field Trial managing a team of at least 100 ber the service and sacrifices ming and Washington, where Association is proud to host the people in an operational setting. made by thousands of mili- “This is a frivolous lawsuit I’m from. I’d really like to AKC Gun Dog Championship,” Required skills include a solid tary canines and all pets that clear and simple,” said Law- specialize in sheep and cattle.” said Field Trial Chairman Joe understanding of processes have served humanity includ- rence G. Keane, senior vice Fingerlin. “We are pleased that and IT, as well as the ability to Ms. Hansen was one of ing Seeing Eye dogs, therapy president and general counsel so many dedicated owners and apply sound management prin- three recipients chosen for the dogs and police and fire dogs. for NSSF. “There is no sound handlers come to participate. ciples in a diverse environment. AVMA $1,000 scholarship from The ceremony begins at 1 p.m. science that shows the use of The funds raised from the event Outstanding people skills, the 8,050 applicants from across and includes a wreath laying traditional ammunition has will help us make the Branched ability to integrate multiple the country who applied for at the historic 1923 War Dog harmed wildlife populations Oak grounds even better.” departments and the analytical FFA scholarships. Selections Memorial, which honors the or that it presents a health risk Major sponsors of the 2012 ability to identify actionable op- were based on the applicant’s 7,000 four-legged veterans to humans who consume game 40 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 41 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com portation of legally harvested Two States Added to Just one week later, the taken with such ammunition.” priority, the Hunting, Fishing President and General Counsel and Recreational Shooting Pro- polar bears from approved Hunting Works for Missouri Today Congressional Lawrence G. Keane. “Passage Award-Winning Hunting tection Act, which would clarify populations in Canada before chapter launched its efforts by Sportsmen’s Caucus co-chair- of this unprecedented legisla- Works for America that ammunition is excluded the 2008 ban. holding press conferences in men Senators Jon Tester (D-MT) tion will protect and defend Franchise from regulation by the Environ- Springfield and Kansas City and John Thune (R-SD) filed our nation’s hunting, shooting Recreational Lands Self mental Protection Agency un- Coinciding with the 75th on May 1 and 2. The May 1 an amendment to the Farm and conservation heritage for Defense Act: Prohibits the Sec- der the Toxic Substances Con- anniversary of the Pittman- media event was held at Hunt- Bill that contains a number of generations to come.” retary of the Army from enforc- trol Act. Anti-hunting groups Robertson Federal Aid in Wild- ing Works for Missouri partner sportsmen’s priorities includ- ing any regulation that keeps led by the Center for Biological Priority Provisions of the life Restoration Act, two new Bass Pro Shops’ world head- ing legislation that has already an individual from possessing Diversity are suing the EPA to Sportsmen’s Act of 2012 states have been added to the quarters in Springfield, and been passed by the House of firearms in Army Corps of force a ban on traditional am- award-winning Hunting Works the May 2 event was held at Representatives to exempt The Hunting, Fishing and Engineer Water Resource De- munition made with lead com- for America (HWFA) program. HWFMO partner Rogers Sport- traditional ammunition from Recreational Shooting Protec- velopment projects or facilities. ponents that would devastate The two new HWFA state ing Goods in the Kansas City being regulated by EPA under tion Act: Specifically excludes hunting and shooting sports chapters are Iowa and Missouri suburb of Liberty. Speakers for the Toxic Substances Control ammunition and fishing tackle and are welcome additions to the events included Hunting participation and conservation · VIOLENT CRIME DE- Act. Exempting traditional am- from the Toxic Substances Con- the existing state chapters in Works for Missouri co-chairs funding. CLINES AGAIN . . . Prelimi- munition from EPA jurisdiction trol Act, preventing unneces- Arizona, Minnesota and North Dan Mehan, president and nary crime statistics for 2011 is supported by 35 national Championed by the bipar- sary regulations that could Dakota. CEO of the Missouri Chamber released today by the FBI conservation and sportsmen’s tisan senate co-chairs of the devastate hunting, shooting, of Commerce and Industry; show a 4 percent decrease Hunting Works for Iowa groups and also the Fraternal Congressional Sportsmen’s conservation funding and the Shannon Peisert, general man- in violent crime--a continua- launched in Des Moines on Order of Police because a ban Caucus, the package has the firearm and ammunition in- ager of Rogers Sporting Goods; tion of a long-term downward April 25 with a broad group on traditional ammunition strong support of NSSF and dustries. Brandon Butler, publisher of trend nationwide. The report of local and regional leaders would apply to law enforce- partner organizations such Driftwood Outdoors; Martin Making Public Lands Pub- highlights that all four violent representing Iowa chambers ment and the U.S. military. as the NRA, Congressional lic: Requires that the 1.5 per- MacDonald, director of conser- Sportsmen’s Foundation, the crime categories--murder and of commerce, convention and According to CBD, others cent of annual Land and Water vation at Bass Pro Shops; Cecil Boone and Crockett Club and nonnegligent manslaughter, visitors bureaus, sporting or- joining its lawsuit were the Conservation Fund funding is Huff, owner of Bucks and Spurs numerous other sportsmen and forcible rape, robbery and ag- ganizations, small businesses Cascades Raptor Center of Or- made available to secure public Ranch; Sam Ringenberg, Polaris conservation groups. Compris- gravated assault--declined in and retailers by holding a press egon, the Loon Lake Loon Asso- access to federal public land brand manager at Clear Creek ing 16 separate pieces of legisla- the country’s four major geo- conference in the State Capitol. ciation of Washington, Preserve for hunting, fishing and other Vehicles; and Springfield City tion, the package includes the graphical regions and in all city The media event was led by Our Wildlife of Florida, Ten- recreational purposes. Councilman Jeff Seifried, re- vast majority of the firearms population groups. The report Hunting Works for Iowa co- nessee Ornithological Society, gional development manager at and ammunition industry’s Target Practice and Marks- also noted that violent crime chairs Jim Henter, president, Trumpeter Swan Society and the Springfield Area Chamber legislative priorities for the manship Training Support decreased both in metropolitan Iowa Retail Federation; Libbey Western Nebraska Resources of Commerce. 112th Congress. A similar but Act: Makes Pittman-Robertson and nonmetropolitan counties. Patton, tourism director, Clear Council. less extensive package of bills- funds available to states for a The continuing decrease in Lake Chamber of Commerce; Hunting Works for America -the Sportsmen’s Heritage Act longer period of time for the violent crime comes at a time and small businessman Steve is an initiative that was devel- creation and maintenance of when firearms ownership has Ries, owner of Top Gun Ken- oped by the National Shooting Senators Tester and of 2012 (H.R. 4089)--was passed by the House in April by a bi- shooting ranges. The bill en- increased across America, a nels. The event also received Sports Foundation in 2010 to Thune Introduce Vitally partisan vote of 276 to 146. courages federal land agencies fact that utterly contradicts the support from the Iowa Lt. Gov. forge an alliance between sport- Important Sportsmen’s to cooperate with state and mantra of anti-gun groups that Kim Reynolds. ing organizations and the many Act Amendment “Senators Tester and Thune local authorities to maintain more guns equals more crime. businesses and workers whose are to be commended for their Sens. Jon Tester (D-Mont.) shooting ranges and limits li- “Every firearms owner should livelihood depends on hunting leadership and willingness to Hunting Works for Missouri and John Thune (R-S.D.) have ability for these agencies. be armed with this informa- to survive. reach across the aisle to co- Co-Chair Dan Mehan, presi- filed an historic package of tion,” said NSSF President and sponsor this important amend- Polar Bear Conservation dent and CEO of the Missouri We started this program to sportsmen’s bills as an amend- CEO Steve Sanetti ment containing so many prior- and Fairness Act: Allows for Chamber of Commerce and help connect the dots on the ment to the 2012 Farm Bill that ity items for hunters and shoot- the Secretary of the Interior to Industry, speaks to the press in economics behind hunting. includes NSSF’s top legislative ers,” said NSSF Senior Vice authorize permits for re-im- Liberty, Mo. Many people simply don’t

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understand the food chain, In Iowa, “Gov. Branstad adjusted NICS data provide a traditional ammunition under seasons. Learn more about tradi- hunter dollars spent on tags and I are both excited to see a more accurate picture of current the Toxic Substances Control tional ammunition. and licenses fund conservation group like Hunting Works fo- We’d like to offer a special market conditions. In addition Act. to other purposes, NICS is efforts and the Pittman Robert- rIowacome together. Every in- thanks to each NSSF member “This is a frivolous lawsuit used to check transactions of son dollars, an 11 percent excise dustry that helpsIowagrow and who has helped launch all five clear and simple,” said Law- firearms sales and transfers on Free Videos for Schools tax on hunting equipment is prosper is important to us, and HWFA State Programs and the rence G. Keane, senior vice new and used handguns and on Firearm Safety and used to conserve and restore make no mistake that includes hundreds of nontraditional president and general counsel ® long guns. Conservation from NSSF habitat which benefits game hunting,” said Lt. Governor hunting allies who have already for NSSF. “There is no sound and non-game species of wild- Reynolds. “The economic ben- joined this grassroots program. The National Shooting For additional information science that shows the use of ® life as well as anyone who loves efit that hunting brings to our Look for a Hunting Works state on NICS or to view a complete traditional ammunition has Sports Foundation is offer- the outdoors. And it’s not just state is far too important to be chapter coming soon to state set of the current monthly harmed wildlife populations ing schools the opportunity to P-R dollars, hunters contribute overlooked, and we are pleased near you. reports, please visit the NICS or that it presents a health risk receive--free of charge--edu- locally and their spending at that this group has been formed website. to humans who consume game cational videos about firearm convenience stores, roadside to highlight the economic en- taken with such ammunition.” safety and wildlife conserva- diners, sporting good, hotels, gine that hunting has become to NSSF-Adjusted NICS Questions concerning NSSF- tion. hardware and clothing stores our local and state economies.” adjusted NICS data should be Today Congressional Background Checks Up The firearm safety videos has an absolutely astounding directed to NSSF at 203-426- Sportsmen’s Caucus co-chair- Hunting Works for America 20.6 Percent help teach students how to react ripple effect on local economies 1320 or [email protected]. Ad- men Senators Jon Tester (D-MT) state chapters now have more The May 2012 NSSF-adjust- when encountering a firearm in and jobs acrossAmerica. The ditional research is available and John Thune (R-SD) filed than 500 member partners that ed National Instant Criminal an unsupervised situation. The grassroots organization Hunt- at nssf.org/research. NSSF an amendment to the Farm will monitor public-policy deci- Background Check System conservation titles educate stu- ing Works forAmericawill work members may access historical Bill that contains a number of sions and weigh in on hunting- (NICS) figure of 840,412 is an dents on how wildlife and wild hard get this message out. monthly NICS data by logging sportsmen’s priorities includ- related issues that impact their increase of 20.6 percent over the in and clicking on “NSSF Indus- ing legislation that has already lands are protected, and how Local businesses, organi- respective local economies, NSSF-adjusted NICS figure of try Research” then “Monthly been passed by the House of hunters support this effort with zations and individuals have including issues impacting jobs 696,947 in May 2011. For com- updates of NICS data. Representatives to exempt contributions amounting to applauded the program and derived from the sport. Hunt- parison, the unadjusted May traditional ammunition from more than $1 billion annually. its introduction to their states. ing Works forAmericachapters 2012 NICS figure of 1,305,392 being regulated by EPA under NSSF believes all teachers InMissouri, “The Missouri will serve as a vehicle to fa- reflects a 7.0 percent increase NSSF to Intervene in the Toxic Substances Control and their students, whether in Chamber of Commerce is ex- cilitate important public-policy from the unadjusted NICS fig- Latest Lawsuit Against Act. Exempting traditional am- public, private or home schools, cited to be a part of Hunting dialogue and to tell the story of ure of 1,219,872 in May 2011. munition from EPA jurisdiction can benefit from the important Works forMissouri. The Cham- how America’s hunting heri- Traditional Ammunition This marks the 24th straight is supported by 35 national messages in the videos, which ber’s mission is to protect and tage positively effects conser- The National Shooting month that NSSF-adjusted conservation and sportsmen’s are contained on two DVDs. advance business and, make no vation, jobs and the economy Sports Foundation, the trade NICS figures have increased groups and also the Fraternal Both the Firearm Safety DVD mistake, hunting contributes across the United States. association for the firearms and when compared to the same Order of Police because a ban and Conservation DVD can be a lot to the advancement of so ammunition industry, will file Becoming a member is abso- period the previous year. on traditional ammunition ordered online. The three sepa- many businesses in Missouri,” to intervene in the frivolous lutely free of charge, so please would apply to law enforce- rate videos contained on each said Dan Mehan, Hunting The adjusted NICS data lawsuit brought today by the visit www.huntingworksforaz. ment and the U.S. military. DVD can be previewed online Works For Missouri co-chair- were derived by subtracting Center for Biological Diversity com, www.huntingworks- as well. man and president and CEO of out NICS purpose code permit and six other groups to pres- According to CBD, others formn.com, www.hunting- the Missouri Chamber of Com- checks used by several states sure the Environmental Protec- joining its lawsuit were the The Firearm Safety DVD worksfornd.com, www.hunt- merce and Industry. “Hunting such as Kentucky, Iowa and tion Agency to ban traditional Cascades Raptor Center of Or- offers these three videos- ingworksforia.com and www. has become an economic engine Michigan for CCW permit ammunition containing lead egon, the Loon Lake Loon Asso- -”McGruff the Crime Dog on huntingworksformo.com to to our state and local econo- application checks as well as components. ciation of Washington, Preserve Gun Safety” for students in learn more about how to be- Our Wildlife of Florida, Ten- mies. We’re glad that this group checks on active CCW permit The EPA already has twice kindergarten through grade 6, come a partner and each state’s nessee Ornithological Society, has formed to highlight the databases. denied petitions filed by CBD “It’s Your Call: Playing It Safe program, including leadership, Trumpeter Swan Society and SM positive impact hunting plays to ban traditional ammunition, Around Guns ” for students members, social-media op- Though not a direct correla- Western Nebraska Resources here in Missouri.” noting correctly that it does not in grades 6 through 9 and portunities and local hunting tion to firearms sales, the NSSF- Council. have the authority to regulate “Firearms Safety Depends on 44 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 45 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com You SM,” which covers the ten Act (AWA) licensing and regu- exemption and be required transportation standards for are likely to be affected by the Working to Identify and commandments of gun safety lations. APHIS plans to narrow to obtain a federal license for regulated animals. Most resi- rule. Are you already licensed Elect Supportive Legislators and is for audiences of all ages. the definition of retail pet store even occasionally selling sight dential environments would under local or state law and [email protected] The first two titles help teach so that it means a PLACE OF unseen via the Internet. “Cov- not permit zoning variances for would federal regulation be a students how to respond if BUSINESS OR RESIDENCE ered” species includes dogs, such facilities. duplicate effort? Explain briefly should they encounter a firearm THAT EACH BUYER PHYSI- cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ham- how the rule will impose costs - Exemptions from licens- NSSF Urges Support of in an unsupervised situation at CALLY ENTERS in order to sters, gerbils, rats, mice, go- on your breeding program and ing are limited. Breeders of school, at home or at a friend’s personally observe the animals phers, chinchilla, domestic activities and whether this will Traditional Ammunition cats, dogs, and small exotic home. available for sale prior to pur- ferrets, domestic farm animals, cause you to cease or limit your Amendment chase and/or to take custody of birds. animals are currently exempt if The Conservation DVD hobby or operations. Hold Down Military and the animals after purchase. Un- they have 3 or fewer breeding contains “Wildlife for Tomor- - The proposed rule would der the proposed rule no dog or females. APHIS proposes to in- Suggested comments are Civilian Ammunition Costs ion row®,” which is designed for require EVERY SINGLE BUY- other pet animal will be sold at crease this to 4 or fewer breed- available at the SAOVA web- students in grades 4 through ER to physically visit a retailer’s ACall Your Senators at 202-224- retail WITHOUT either public ing females. However, either site http://saova.org/APHIS_ 7, and two other videos, “The premises. Therefore selling 3121 U.S. Sens. Inhofe and Man- or APHIS oversight. This is the limit makes it very difficult to comments.html and can be Unendangered Species®” and even one pet OFF PREMISES at chin will offer an amendment to critical point. build a breeding program with- customized. “What They Say About Hunt- a show, at a park, or arranged out constantly moving out or prevent the Environmental Pro- SM Submit a separate comment ing ,” which are for students WHAT WE KNOW location without the buyer spaying older females to make tection Agency (EPA) from ban- in grades 7 through 12. “Wild- visiting first, will result in loss for each point you wish to make ning traditional ammunition - For decades pet sellers in room for the next generation. life for Tomorrow” and “The of an exemption from federal in opposition to the rule. Com- containing lead components the retail sector have enjoyed To have more than this number Unendangered Species” tell licensing. Rescue organizations ment period ends July 16, 2012. under the Toxic Substance Con- immunity from federal licens- of breeding females requires a the story of how game animals are NOT exempt from this pro- trol Act (TSCA). This amend- ing under the definition of a license. Post comments at the such as the wild turkey, white- posed rule. Selling pets at an ment is the same language that “retail pet store”. Historically APHIS portal http://www. tailed deer and Rocky Moun- adoption day event away from - There is still an exemption passed by voice vote en bloc retail sellers were not licensed regulations.gov/#!documentD tain elk were once endangered their base location or travel- for sellers who derive less than in the House Armed Services by the federal government due etail;D=APHIS-2011-0003-0001 and have been restored to abun- ing to meet potential adopters $500 gross income from the sale Committee last week. to the general ability of the pub- dance. “What They Say About would no longer be permitted of other animals (this does not lic to provide their own scrutiny Send a copy of your comment NSSF asks you to support Hunting” takes a close look at without a federal license. This include dogs, cats, and exotic or of pet sellers and government to Congressman and reference the cost-saving Inhofe-Manchin hunting and its relevance today proposed requirement places wild animals). concerns such as duplicative Docket No. APHIS-2011-0003 amendment to the FY2013 Na- through a pro-and-con debate. undue limitations on buyers as efforts with state or local laws. - The massive expansion of tional Defense Authorization well as sellers. Directory of Represen- Teachers in more than regulatory responsibilities into Act. Preventing a ban on tra- - The proposed rule change tatives http://www.house. 100,000 schools nationwide - Living under USDA li- the private sector outlined in ditional ammunition will stop has been circulated in the me- gov/representatives/ have shown these videos to censing is NOT an option for the proposed rule is not only ammunition costs from sky- dia and by HSUS as “closing Directory of Senators http:// students in their classrooms the average retail seller. Spare impractical but unaffordable rocketing for not only the U.S. an Internet loophole” in the www.senate.gov/general/ and praised them for handling rooms in homes, porches, cov- for an agency that is currently military, but also for hunters, AWA that will bring regulation contact_information/sena- the topics with sensitivity. ered kennel runs, and barns can addressing serious budget shooters and law enforcement. to unscrupulous dog breeders tors_cfm.cfm never be converted to a USDA- challenges. For the past several If hunting and target shooting Order or preview the free who operate in substandard compliant facility. Federal en- years, APHIS’ budget has been ADDITIONAL INFOR- become too expensive, people videos online at http://www. conditions. Far from it!! The gineered standards for licensed shrinking; since 2010 the bud- MATION can be found at will hunt and shoot less and nssf.org/education/video.cfm. broad scope of the proposed facilities dictate enclosure sizes, get has decreased by roughly PIJAC http://tinyurl.com/ funding for conservation will rule could bring hundreds of sanitation, surfaces that are 10 percent. The 2013 submitted cq4qlmv and at the Cat Fanci- be severely impacted. Recent thousands of pet retailers and impervious to moisture, ven- budget calls for an additional ers Association http://tinyurl. estimates show that if the EPA SAOVA UPDATE rescuers of domestic animals tilation, bio-hazard control, decrease of 6.6%. com/6ow8qug banned lead in traditional am- As you know by now, under federal regulation. veterinary care, exercise, tem- ACTION REQUIRED Susan Wolf munition, it would lead to over APHIS proposes to revise the - A breeder/seller of any perature controls, waste dis- a billion dollar a year increase definition of “retail pet store” to species currently covered under posal systems, diurnal lighting, OPPOSE adoption of this Sportsmen’s & Animal in ammunition costs for the bring more pet animals sold at the “retail pet store” defini- drainage systems, washrooms, proposed rule. APHIS needs Owners’ Voting Alliance military in a time when the de- retail under the Animal Welfare tion can potentially lose their perimeter fencing, as well as to hear most from those who fense budget is being cut. 46 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 47 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Call the Capitol Switch- an Internet loophole” in the the average retail seller. Spare best for them, their breeds, impractical but unaffordable Directory of Senators http:// board at 202-224-3121 and urge AWA that will bring regulation rooms in homes, porches, cov- and their goals. Attempting to for an agency that is currently www.senate.gov/general/ your senators to vote YES on to unscrupulous dog breeders ered kennel runs, and barns can cover retailers with a one-size addressing serious budget contact_information/sena- the Inhofe-Manchin Amend- who operate in substandard never be converted to a USDA- fits all blanket of regulation is challenges. For the past several tors_cfm.cfm ment to keep our military and conditions. Far from it!! The compliant facility. Federal en- not only unworkable but will years, APHIS’ budget has been civilian ammunition costs from broad scope of the proposed gineered standards for licensed ADDITIONAL INFOR- be disastrous for many animal shrinking; since 2010 the bud- skyrocketing. rule could bring hundreds of facilities dictate enclosure sizes, MATION can be found at owners. get has decreased by roughly thousands of pet retailers and sanitation, surfaces that are PIJAC http://tinyurl.com/ SAOVA Update 10 percent. The 2013 submitted If you are not clear on the rescuers of domestic animals impervious to moisture, ven- cq4qlmv and at the Cat Fanci- budget calls for an additional impact federal licensing and As you know by now, under federal regulation. tilation, bio-hazard control, ers Association http://tinyurl. APHIS proposes to revise the decrease of 6.6%. regulation will have on you, - A breeder/seller of any veterinary care, exercise, tem- com/6ow8qug definition of “retail pet store” to please read the attached docu- species currently covered under perature controls, waste dis- ACTION REQUIRED bring more pet animals sold at Susan Wolf ment, “Living with USDA Li- the “retail pet store” defini- posal systems, diurnal lighting, retail under the Animal Welfare OPPOSE adoption of this censing”. The file is also posted tion can potentially lose their drainage systems, washrooms, Sportsmen’s & Animal Act (AWA) licensing and regu- proposed rule. APHIS needs at the SAOVA website. exemption and be required perimeter fencing, as well as Owners’ Voting Alliance lations. APHIS plans to narrow to hear most from those who to obtain a federal license for transportation standards for If you care about the future the definition of retail pet store are likely to be affected by the Working to Identify and even occasionally selling sight regulated animals. Most resi- of pets, health and genetic so that it means a PLACE OF rule. Are you already licensed Elect Supportive Legislators unseen via the Internet. “Cov- dential environments would diversity of breeds, the ability BUSINESS OR RESIDENCE under local or state law and ered” species includes dogs, not permit zoning variances for [email protected] to exchange breeding stock be- THAT EACH BUYER PHYSI- would federal regulation be a cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ham- such facilities. tween friends, or the ability to CALLY ENTERS in order to duplicate effort? Explain briefly sters, gerbils, rats, mice, go- maintain a small business, then personally observe the animals - Exemptions from licens- how the rule will impose costs phers, chinchilla, domestic Sportsmen’s & Animal you MUST submit a comment available for sale prior to pur- ing are limited. Breeders of on your breeding program and ferrets, domestic farm animals, Owners’ Voting Alliance through the Federal Register chase and/or to take custody of cats, dogs, and small exotic activities and whether this will birds. portal before July 16. the animals after purchase. Un- animals are currently exempt if cause you to cease or limit your Update der the proposed rule no dog or - The proposed rule would they have 3 or fewer breeding hobby or operations. Animal ownership con- This is not a race for signa- females. APHIS proposes to in- tinues to be under attack at tures so petitions and form let- other pet animal will be sold at require EVERY SINGLE BUY- Suggested comments are crease this to 4 or fewer breed- an alarming rate. The APHIS ters to APHIS only count as one retail WITHOUT either public ER to physically visit a retailer’s available at the SAOVA web- ing females. However, either proposed rule changes the comment from the organizer. or APHIS oversight. This is the premises. Therefore selling site http://saova.org/APHIS_ limit makes it very difficult to Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and Your individual comments and critical point. even one pet OFF PREMISES at comments.html and can be a show, at a park, or arranged build a breeding program with- USDA responsibility forever by how this affects you make the WHAT WE KNOW customized. location without the buyer out constantly moving out or broadly extending regulation difference. spaying older females to make Submit a separate comment throughout the retail sector. - For decades pet sellers in visiting first, will result in loss Susan Wolf the retail sector have enjoyed of an exemption from federal room for the next generation. for each point you wish to make Concerns for potential inva- immunity from federal licens- licensing. Rescue organizations To have more than this number in opposition to the rule. Com- sions of privacy that would re- Sportsmen’s & Animal ing under the definition of a are NOT exempt from this pro- of breeding females requires a ment period ends July 16, 2012. sult if federal inspectors began Owners’ Voting Alliance license. enforcing cleaning, sanitation, “retail pet store”. Historically posed rule. Selling pets at an Post comments at the Working to Identify and handling, and other regulatory retail sellers were not licensed adoption day event away from - There is still an exemption APHIS portal http://www. Elect Supportive Legislators requirements in private homes by the federal government due their base location or travel- for sellers who derive less than regulations.gov/#!documentD is why Congress has previously [email protected] to the general ability of the pub- ing to meet potential adopters $500 gross income from the sale etail;D=APHIS-2011-0003-0001 not amended the AWA and lic to provide their own scrutiny would no longer be permitted of other animals (this does not USDA has not revised its long- of pet sellers and government without a federal license. This include dogs, cats, and exotic or Send a copy of your comment standing policy to regulate only concerns such as duplicative proposed requirement places wild animals). to Congressman and reference within the wholesale sector. efforts with state or local laws. undue limitations on buyers as Docket No. APHIS-2011-0003 well as sellers. - The massive expansion of In the retail sector breeders, - The proposed rule change regulatory responsibilities into Directory of Represen- sellers, and rescuers work in has been circulated in the me- - Living under USDA li- the private sector outlined in tatives http://www.house. widely varied environments dia and by HSUS as “closing censing is NOT an option for the proposed rule is not only gov/representatives/ utilizing practices which work

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WMC - INDUSTRY animal owners, has prepared http://tinyurl.com/7vd9xd5 learn about firearms safety. STOP THE PROPOSED WARNED OVER UNIN- He warned the world meat con- a plan of action to DEFEAT APHIS RULE IN THREE EASY The bill was included as TENDED CONSEQUENCES gress that if animal rights activ- THIS RULE. If you do noth- Step 3: Contact Secretary Vilsack STEPS Title XII of the Conservation OF CHANGES ists through well-meaning but ing else, please complete Step Everyone knows 2012 is an and Economic Growth Act misguided campaigns turned The Cavalry Group, June 1, as political pressure from election year. We need to let 08 June 2012. FRANCE - (H.R. 2578), which the House on other sectors of the meat 14, 2012. Once again, we face a Congress will have a HUGE the current administration The global meat industry was passed late this afternoon by a industry; it could have similar fundamental threat to our right effect on the decision made by know that putting pet breed- warned to take a lesson to from broad bipartisan margin. detrimental effects on the entire to animal ownership in the the decline of the horse slaugh- USDA. Steps 2 and 3, however, ers out of business is not the industry in some countries. United States. USDA, through ter industry in the US at the are also important parts of our way to turn this economy Sponsored by Rep. Heath its bureaucratic agency APHIS, World Meat Congress in Paris program. These easy steps around! The Cavalry Group Schuler (D-N.C.), the Target “It is coming in other areas,” for- is proposing a new regulation last week, writes Chris Harris. should take no more than a few has prepared a sample letter Practice and Marksmanship mer congressman Stenholm said. to require that ALL pet breeders minutes of your time and could and contact form to get our Training Support Act amends Former congressman who have five or more intact very well save your business! message to the Secretary of Ag- the Pittman-Robertson Act to Charlie Stenholm said that the “We have it in cages for lay- females and sell pets outside riculture, Tom Vilsack. Follow provide state game and fish complete decline of the horse ers and sow stalls - but what of the area where they were Step 1: Contact this link and send a letter today! agencies with more flexibil- slaughter industry and the should the size of the cage for bred (i.e. online or at a trade- your Congressman http://tinyurl.com/82qnr3l ity and discretion to be able closure of slaughterhouses for layers be and what should the show) obtain a USDA license Congress determines the lev- to utilize Pittman-Robertson horses led by animal rights size of the stall be? We are and come into compliance els of funding for USDA and The Cavalry Group believes (Wildlife Restoration Trust activists had had severe impli- going ahead with it without with the Animal Welfare Act. APHIS. When a Congress- that American citizens have the Fund) funds for the creation, cations for animal welfare and taking a look at the cost of it.” man calls, USDA is sure to right to raise and sell animals enhancement and maintenance for the entire horse industry in That means if you sell even answer. We need to let OUR without federal agents regu- of public shooting ranges. The the US. He warned that other He warned that exces- ONE animal outside of the Congressmen know that we do larly snooping through their bill is badly needed to respond sectors in the meat industry sive ill-thought out chang- premises of your breeding not support this rule, and that property. If everyone follows to a significant decline in re- are also at risk from activists es to regulations of how facility, you will be required its passage would cost their dis- the above steps and lets their cent years of opportunities for demanding changes to wel- animals are produced and to spend thousands of dol- trict JOBS. The Cavalry Group elected representatives know recreational and competitive fare conditions - “the unin- reared and slaughtered could lars complying with the AWA has developed a sample letter that we can raise our own shooting on public lands. tended consequences,” he said. bring problems in produc- and to open your business for and contact form to make this animals without help from the “This is an important vic- ing food to feed the world. USDA inspection. As you process as simple as possible. nannies in Washington DC, we tory for all sportsmen, target The closure of horse abattoirs know, small breeders cannot Remember it is always best to will DEFEAT this rule and deal shooters and firearms owners, had meant that horses were be- “If we in the meat industry do afford these onerous regula- customize your letter and make a major blow to the enemies of as well as for future genera- ing transported long distances not come together and do a bet- tory burdens. MANY small it personal. Follow this link American agriculture. tions of participants who will for slaughter in Canada or ter job of educating consumers American breeding businesses here and TAKE ACTION NOW! need public facilities to enjoy Mexico or they were being left about what we do and the way will be bankrupted by this rule, http://tinyurl.com/7qqdlqn the shooting sports,” said Law- to die by owners who could no we are doing it, we face the and MANY American jobs will NSSF Applauds Passage rence G. Keane, senior vice longer care for them, he told the possibility of losing out beef, be lost. We have also engaged Step 2: File a Com- of Marksmanship president and general counsel World Meat Congress. pork and poultry industry,” Mr. our attorneys and experts at ment with USDA Training Support Act of NSSF, the trade association Stenholm said. Olsson, Frank, and Weeda to APHIS is required by federal Mr. Stenholm said the situ- The National Shooting of the firearms, ammunition, provide a legal opinion and law to accept and respond to ation had arisen because of a Chris Harris, Editor-in- Sports Foundation hailed hunting and shooting sports flowchart for your reference. any comments about the pro- vocal minority, who believed Chief today’s passage by the U.S. industry. http://tinyurl.com/7mof5hk posed rule that are submit- horse slaughter was cruel. House of Representatives of Reprinted with permission ted. The Cavalry Group has However, he said that the loss the Target Practice and Marks- THIS RULE MUST BE STOPPED! provided an easy to use guide of the slaughter industry had http://www.thepigsite. manship Training Support Act to commenting on proposed increased the number of cases com/swinenews/29968/ (H.R. 3065), which will ensure The Cavalry Group, a mem- rules. We need to let the bureau- of poor treatment and welfare wmc-industry-warned-over- that shooters and hunters have ber-based organization which crats know how this rule will because owners could not af- unintended-consequences- high-quality public facilities at supports and defends the Con- affect our businesses! Follow ford to either care for the ani- of-changes http://tinyurl. which to participate in recre- stitutional rights of American this link and comment today! mals or have them euthanized. com/78btfdr ational shooting sports and to 50 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 51 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com House Appropriations the trade association for the “If ultimately appropriated, Second Amendment. We also because of consumer demand. Bill Will Help Hunters firearms, ammunition, hunting this public-access funding will plan to remind the company Fortunately, consumers have and emphasize that firearms other online services to turn Access Public Lands and shooting sports industry. serve as another weapon in our arsenal as we continue to work cannot be purchased online to instead of Google for their Boone and Crockett Club The U.S. House of Rep- on behalf of our nation’s hunt- and be transferred directly to firearms information. resentatives Appropriations Chairman Bob Model praised the purchaser. A firearm that ing and shooting heritage,” said We all know the censor- Committee today approved Chairman Simpson for “his is purchased online must be Keane. ship challenges Google has the fiscal year 2013 Interior longstanding and deep com- physically sent from one federal faced in China and other coun- and Environment Appropria- mitment to enhancing hunting firearms licensee to another, tries hostile toward freedom of tions bill that includes $7.5 opportunities on our public Google’s Anti-gun Policy with the latter conducting the million to expand and enhance lands.” speech, just as we know of the July 2, 2012 By Larry Keane mandatory FBI background access for hunting, fishing and company’s admirable efforts For the 32 million American Google, a company that should check on the purchaser (rep- recreational shooting on U.S. to overcome those challenges. hunters, anglers and recreation- know better than to censor the resented in person) and then Forest Service and U.S. Bureau The question arises: How can al shooters, federal public lands flow of online information, has transferring the firearm only of Land Management lands. a company that supports the are increasingly vital to their chosen to ban search results after the purchaser has passed Securing this funding has been First Amendment with such participation in outdoor sports. related to firearms and other background check. a priority for the National zeal be so hostile to the Second Nearly half of all hunters, for products it deems not “family Shooting Sports Foundation® The company’s new, anti- Amendment? example, pursue their passion safe” in its Google Shopping (NSSF®) along with partner or- gun policy has rightly caused on public lands. Reduced ac- function. Until recently, gun- ganizations such as the Boone firearms owners to reconsider cess is repeatedly cited as the related products appeared just and Crockett Club, NRA, the having Google be their search primary reason that hunters, like other products in search Congressional Sportsmen’s engine of choice. According to anglers and recreational shoot- results, giving shoppers a pow- Foundation and others. reports, the search engine Bing. ers stop participating in these erful price-comparison tool. But com, for example, currently If included in the final ap- sports. not anymore. does not block firearms from propriations measure, the fund- A 2004 report to the House Google’s new, anti-gun pol- appearing in shopping results. ing will allow the Forest Service Committee on Appropriations icy, announced May 31, assigns and BLM to acquire rights-of- Though Google Shopping concluded that more than 35 a family status to all products. way and other land interests works to aid commerce by million acres of BLM and Forest Products in the “non-family from willing-seller landown- making it easy to research Service land have inadequate safe” or adult categories are ers to open access to existing products and pricing, Google’s access. Specifically, nearly 2 blocked from Google Shopping federal lands for hunting and new policy raises barriers to million acres (or 10 percent) of and include guns, ammunition fishing where it is closed or one of the country’s strongest Forest Service lands in Mon- and knives, vehicles, tobacco significantly restricted. economic trends—the robust tana and 8.4 million acres (or and traffic devices such as radar sales of firearms and ammuni- “The biggest challenge fac- 29 percent) of BLM lands in the scramblers. tion, one of the true bright spots ing hunters and shooters is Montana/Dakotas region were As one blogger said, “Shame in the U.S. economy. Firearms diminishing access to public identified as having inadequate on Google,” for blocking infor- and ammunition sales are at lands. This important appro- access. mation related to firearms— all-time highs, accounting for priations provision addresses Sportsmen and women a constitutionally-protected a 30.6 percent increase in jobs this challenge head-on, and make important contributions product and, we might add, a from 2008 through 2011 and the NSSF is deeply grateful to both wildlife conservation product that millions of Ameri- an overall economic impact of to Appropriations Committee and the nation’s economy. The cans rely on to protect their nearly $32 billion to the nation. Chairman Harold Rogers and hunting and shooting sports families. Interior Subcommittee Chair- Google’s restrictive policy industry creates 210,000 jobs comes at a time when retail- man Mike Simpson for cham- nationwide, generating an NSSF is attempting to reach pioning this cause,” said Larry Google to urge the company ers and other online informa- economic benefit of nearly $32 tion resources have increased Keane, senior vice president billion annually. to reconsider this discrimina- and general counsel of NSSF, tory policy that is hostile to the their content about firearms 52 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 53 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com for the agency’s state record erative effort by the state fish CALIFORNIA this year. Mallard numbers are and wildlife agencies, all four above their long-term average. fish. DFG Completes State News flyway councils, and the U.S. *Approved a list of Com- 2012 Waterfowl DFG biologists and pilots mission committees and chair- Fish and Wildlife Service. have conducted this annual men for the coming fiscal year. “We are conducting this Breeding survey using fixed-wing air- Population Survey *Approved the AGFC bud- survey because hunter opinions craft since 1955. The survey ARKANSAS Purple Gallinule and Com- get for fiscal year 2012-13, total- and preferences are important June 26, 2012 covers most of the suitable mon Moorhen Season ing $72,950,869. and should be taken into ac- Contacts: waterfowl nesting habitat in Sept. 1-Nov. 9 count whenever possible,” said the state, including wetland Proposed early *Approved a budget in- Melanie Weaver, DFG Wild- Dr. Ken Richkus of the Service’s and agricultural habitats in migratory bird crease of $90,349 for purchase life Branch, (916) 445-3717 Early Canada Goose Season Population and Habitat Assess- northeastern California, the seasons presented of office furniture, temporary Sept. 1-15 ment Branch. “The FWS and the Dana Michaels, DFG Com- Sacramento Valley, San Joaquin rent and moving expenses for to commission states want to make sure we use munications, (916) 322-2420 Valley, Suisun Marsh, Napa- the new AGFC Jonesboro Re- Northwest Canada Goose the best science-based informa- Mallard drake landing at Colu- Sonoma Marshes, the Delta and Zone Season gional Office. sa National Wildlife Refuge. STUTTGART – Commis- tion for the management and some foothill areas. Sept. 22-Oct. 1 *Elected Ron Pierce of Mike Peters photo sioners with the Arkansas conservation of our migratory Most of California’s winter- Mountain Home chairman Game and Fish Commission bird resources.” The Department of Fish and ing duck population originates of the Commission to replace last week discussed dove sea- During Wednesday’s com- There are more than 1 mil- Game (DFG) has completed from breeding areas surveyed George Dunklin Jr. Dunklin’s son, the unofficial opening of mittee meetings, late migratory lion dove hunters national- its 2012 waterfowl breeding by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife term on the Commission ends Arkansas’s fall hunting season, bird regulation proposals, in- ly, with seasons in 40 states. population survey. The results Service (USFWS) in Alaska June 30. Rick Watkins of Little at its monthly meeting in Stutt- cluding potential WMA regula- “We’re surveying dove hunters show that although the over- and Canada, and the results Rock was elected vice chair- gart. Early-season migratory tion changes, were discussed. in every state that has a dove all number of breeding ducks of those surveys should be man. game-bird season selections The Regulations Committee season so they can give us their decreased, the number of mal- available in July. DFG survey must be reported to the U.S. accepted the recommendations *Passed a minute order opinions on a variety of topics,” lards – the most abundant duck information, along with similar Fish and Wildlife Service by of AGFC staff to discontinue requesting that AGFC Direc- Richkus said. “This approach in the survey – increased 21 data from other Pacific Flyway Aug. 1. Approval for the early existing regulation exceptions tor Loren Hitchcock postpone will give us an excellent pic- percent since last year. states, is used by the USFWS seasons will take place during that had allowed leaving de- his June 30 retirement effective ture of mourning dove hunter “Surveys indicated an in- when setting hunting season the Commission’s July meet- coys overnight and the individ- date and continue as the agency thoughts and needs by state, crease in mallard abundance frameworks for regulations in ing. Changes from last season ual maintenance of waterfowl director until the search and region, and nationwide.” and habitat conditions were California and other Pacific hiring process for a new direc- are minor. openings on Big Lake, St. Fran- The National Dove Hunter good in most of northeastern Flyway states. tor has been completed. cis Sunken Lands and Dave Survey is scheduled to begin in California and good through- The Federal regulation Mourning Dove and Eur- Donaldson Black River WMAs, late June 2012, and will be com- out the Central Valley, so we frameworks specify the earliest asian Collared Dove as well as the use of permanent National survey pleted by the end of the year. expect above-average produc- and latest permissible hunting Sept. 1-Oct. 25 and Dec. hunting blinds on Big Lake tion for all waterfowl species,” dates, maximum season lengths 26-Jan. 9 to explore dove “We really hope each dove and St. Francis Sunken Lands said DFG Waterfowl Program and maximum bag limits. Once hunters’ opinions hunter who receives a survey WMAs. These recommenda- Biologist Melanie Weaver. DFG receives the USFWS esti- Teal Season An upcoming survey will takes the time to complete and tions will receive additional The total number of ducks mates and the frameworks for Sept. 8-23 ask dove hunters across the return it in the postage-paid Commission discussion at the (all species combined) de- waterfowl hunting regulations United States to share their ex- envelope provided,” Richkus July Commission meeting with creased from 558,600 last year from the USFWS, DFG will Rail Season periences and opinions about added. “Their answers are very any final regulation change pro- to 524,500 this year. The de- make a recommendation to the Sept. 8-Nov. 16 dove hunting. Topics will in- important, and we appreciate posals being made available for cline was attributed to lower Fish and Game Commission clude time spent hunting, de- their efforts to tell us what they public review and input prior numbers of gadwall and cin- (FGC) regarding this year’s mographics, constraints to think.” Woodcock Season to final Commission approval namon teal. This estimate is 11 waterfowl hunting regulations. hunting, and thoughts about Nov. 3-Dec. 17 at the August meeting. percent below the long-term The FGC traditionally sets wa- potential effects of spent lead In other business, the Com- average. The breeding popu- terfowl hunting regulations at from hunting ammunition on Common Snipe Season mission: lation of mallards increased their August meeting. mourning doves and other Nov. 1-Feb. 15 from 314,700 in 2011 to 381,900 *Approved policy revisions wildlife. The survey is a coop- 54 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 55 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Colorado On Friday, Commissioners during the meeting, click on the fields scattered throughout the Dove Club permits will be So if you’d like to join the will also get their first look at “listen to live audio” link at the state from which to choose. issued by random drawing dur- FWC’s Dove Club, you need Sage-grouse proposed herd management bottom of the commission web- ing Phase I. That application to try to do so in July. Remem- update, herd plans One of the fields is on Al- plans for the Elevenmile elk page at: http://wildlife.state. lapattah Flats Public Small- period runs through July 11. ber to introduce someone new on tap for PWC herd, the Hugo, Thatcher and co.us/ParksWildlifeCommis- Game Hunting Area (PSGHA) After obtaining the correct to hunting when you can. As Yoder pronghorn herds and the sion/Pages/Commission.aspx. in Martin County, east of Lake application worksheet by going always, have fun, hunt safely The Parks and Wildlife Poudre-Rawah Rocky Moun- Okeechobee. Thirteen Dove to MyFWC.com/License and and ethically, and we’ll see you Commission will hear a series tain Bighorn Sheep herd. Club permits are available for clicking on “Limited Entry/ in the woods! of presentations on the status The Colorado Parks and FLORIDA the 100-acre field. Participants Quota Hunts,” you can apply of sage-grouse and receive Wildlife Commission is a Join the Dove Club last year took an average of for these season passes by fill- several big game herd manage- 14-member board, appointed Outta’ the Woods nearly six birds per hunter, per ing out a single worksheet (with Georgia Apply for Georgia ment plan updates during its by the governor, which sets Monday, July 02, 2012 day, harvesting 601 birds! up to five dove field choices) Quota Hunts Now monthly meeting in Craig. regulations and policies for Media contact: Tony Young North Newberry PSGHA, in and turning it in at any county The meeting will be held Colorado’s state parks wildlife Alachua County, has 15 Dove tax collector’s office, license Beginning June 1, Georgia programs. To view the com- To me, the best part about agent or by going online to Wildlife Resources Division at the Holiday Inn & Suites on hunting is not harvesting game Club permits on its 40 acres. plete agenda for the June Parks License.MyFWC.com. Dur- will accept online applications Highway 13 in Craig, starting – but spending quality time That field produced 135 doves and Wildlife Commission meet- ing Phase I, hunters may be for public quota hunts includ- on June 7 at 1 p.m.. It is sched- outdoors with friends and fam- for nearly a two-birds-per- ing, please see the Commission awarded a permit for only one ing deer, alligator, waterfowl, uled to adjourn for the evening ily. One of the best ways to do hunter, per-day average. web page: http://wildlife.state. dove field. dove and many others. The and resume on Friday, June 8 at that is through dove hunting, Another field, Caravelle co.us/ParksWildlifeCommis- newly redesigned system now 8:30 a.m., concluding at noon. which is one reason why great Ranch in Putnam County, has If you are successful in sion/Archives/2012/Pages/ allows sportsmen and women During the meeting, com- dove hunts are in such high de- a 200-acre dove field with 30 getting drawn, you must pick June7-8_2012.aspx. of all ages to apply electroni- missioners will receive presen- mand but often difficult to find. Dove Club permits available. up and pay for your Dove cally for quota hunts including tations on the status of conser- The Colorado Parks and Last season, 73 doves were Club permit at any of the same Wildlife Commission meets That’s why the FWC created places mentioned above by Adult/Child specialty hunts. vation efforts for the greater its Special-Opportunity Dove harvested there. monthly and travels to commu- July 31. Check for drawing “The new system offers sage-grouse in northwestern Club Program – to offer hunters The dove field on Hilochee nities around the state to facili- results in mid-July at MyFWC. much improved service and Colorado, the Gunnison sage- the chance of experiencing ex- Wildlife Management Area, in tate public participation in its com/License, again by clicking convenience for our hunters,” grouse in western Colorado ceptional dove hunting on the Lake County, has 15 Dove Club processes. The commission will “Limited Entry/Quota Hunts.” says John Bowers, assistant and the lesser prairie chicken state’s best public dove fields. permits available to hunt its 58 travel to Sterling, Gunnison, Any applicant who provides an chief of Game Management. in southeastern Colorado. acres. Hunters there last season Glenwood Springs, Durango, Dove Club permits enable email address will be notified “For example, youth applying The U.S. Fish and Wildlife took 107 doves. Yuma and Colorado Springs one adult and one youth (under by the FWC by email if drawn. for an Adult/Child hunt will Service is facing a September during the remainder of 2012. age 16) to hunt all scheduled Frog Pond North PSGHA in no longer have to complete a 31, 2012 deadline for issuing Brochures on each of these dates for the dove field of their Miami-Dade County has been a paper application, mail it in a proposed rule designating Members of the public who areas are available online at choice. Permits cost $150 and top producer in past years, and and wonder if it was received. the Gunnison sage-grouse and are unable to attend Parks and MyFWC.com/Dove. Also at enable both hunters to take a 201 birds were taken there last We’ve completely eliminated lesser prairie chicken as endan- Wildlife Commission meetings that Web address, beginning daily bag limit of birds each. season, for nearly a two-birds- the paper. All applicants receive gered or threatened species, or or workshops can listen to the in late September, hunters will There are eight hunts on all but per-hunter, per-day average. an immediate confirmation that determining that the species do proceedings through an Inter- be able to find the most up- one of the selected dove fields Fifteen Dove Club permits are their application was submitted not warrant federal endangered net link. The commission pro- to-date information on these (Caravelle Ranch has six), and available to hunt its 50 acres. and subsequent notifications species protection. If the Fish vides this opportunity to keep six special-opportunity dove constituents better informed all hunts are from noon until The remaining special-op- fields, as well as Florida’s other via email.” and Wildlife Service decides to sunset and take place on Satur- about the development of regu- portunity dove field is Koon public dove fields. The website Bowers notes that all ap- list either bird, it will propose days, starting Oct. 6 and ending lations and how it is working Farm in Lafayette County. is updated every Thursday plicants MUST create an online to designate critical habitat at Jan. 5. There will be 13 Dove Club that time. with Parks and Wildlife staff throughout dove season. Infor- account on the new system be- to guide the management of Last year, 1,421 birds were permits available to hunt on its mation includes dove densities, fore applying for an upcoming The federal agency is re- parks, wildlife and outdoor harvested from six fields. This 40 acres. Hunters took 304 birds previous weeks’ harvests and hunt – even if they have applied quired to make a similar deci- recreation programs. coming season, there again will there last season for nearly a field conditions. for hunts for years prior. Hunt- sion on greater sage-grouse by five-birds-per-hunter, per-day To access the live audio feed be six special-opportunity dove ers will be selected solely from September 2015. average. 56 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 57 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com online applications. Some quota To be sure to get your ap- Youth from all over Iowa out the volunteers,” Grygierc- the last 50 years we’ve seen sim- hunters have already created plication in on time, check the compete as part of a team zyk said. “They are the reason ilar weather conditions to this Public Comments accounts when they applied for complete deadline list located in four shooting events and this event has been successful past winter and spring about Sought on the 2012 turkey season; how- at www.georgiawildlife.com/ four non-shooting events. The and around for 20 years.” six times and the average in- Proposed ever, most people will have to hunting/quota. events include the Hunter Re- crease in pheasant populations Iowa will have a team en- Changes to create a new account. Upon completion of the se- sponsibility Exam; the Hunter tered in the 2013 International those years was 42 percent.” New System Highlights lection process, applicants will Safety Trail Challenge that YHEC in Raton, N.M. The team Bogenschutz said this mod- Deer, Waterfowl, simulates hunting and includes Furbearer Seasons * First Step: Visit the website receive a notification e-mail and from Eddyville will be rais- el is correct about 80 percent of the ‘dos and don’ts’ of fire- www.georgiawildlife.com/ also will be able to login to their ing money to offset the $8,000 the time. Public comment is being arm safety and shoot/don’t hunting/quota. Then click on accounts to view their updated needed for the competition. “The August roadside sur- sought through May 23 on shoot situations; the Hunting “Access the NEW Quota Hunt status. Iowa YHEC is co-sponsored vey is the best gauge of what changes to Iowa’s waterfowl, Shotgun Challenge, including System!” Read all instructions For more information, visit by the Iowa Department of upland populations will be deer and furbearer seasons, ap- shooting at clay and/or life-size in the “About” tab, which www.georgiawildlife.com/ Natural Resources, Iowa State this fall,” he said. The DNR proved recently by the Natural targets. contains critical information hunting/quota, email Brandon. University Extension Wildlife will post its August roadside Resource Commission. A public for successfully creating an [email protected] or Other events include the Programs, National Rifle Asso- numbers on the DNR webpage hearing to discuss the changes account and completing your call 770-761-3045. Light Hunting Rifle Challenge; ciation and the Iowa 4-H Safety www.iowadnr.gov around Sep- and accept comments will be application. the Hunting/Wildlife Iden- and Education in Shooting tember 15. held at 1 p.m. May 23 on the 4th tification Challenge to iden- floor of the Wallace State Office * New Opportunities: The Sports program. The favorable spring will IOWA tify animals, tracks, or wildlife Building in Des Moines. new quota hunt system now The 2013 Iowa YHEC is allow upland bird populations Popular Youth signs without an identification allows hunters to apply for spe- scheduled for June 7-9, at Wes- to expand and reoccupy avail- The proposed waterfowl book; the Hunting Orienteering cial hunting opportunities, in- Hunting Event ley Woods, near Indianola. able grassland habitats where changes include a three-zone, Skills Challenge covering map cluding all Adult/Child hunts. Turns 20 they have been depleted over two-season split, with the Mis- and compass skills; the Hunt- ONLY children (17 and under) The 20th year of Iowa’s the last five severe winters, said souri River zone as the new ing Muzzleloader Challenge 2012 Pheasant should apply for Adult/Child youth hunter education chal- Bogenschutz. third zone. The change would taking shots at life-sized targets Nesting Outlook also reduce the Canada goose hunts. Supervising adults must lenge (YHEC) wrapped up on Unfortunately Iowa has at varying distances and posi- The mild winter and warm zone boundaries and allow be present at the hunt. June 10, with 68 kids ages 12 seen a significant drop in gen- tions; and the Hunting Archery spring should give a much landowners and their families * Be Accurate: Quota hunt to 18 participating in the eight eral CRP habitat falling from Challenge requiring shots at needed boost to Iowa’s pheas- to have the opportunity to applicants must enter their So- station competition. 1.97 million acres in 2007 to 1.66 life-size game targets. ant population. hunt their own land within the cial Security Number correctly The event has changed little million acres last fall. However, Each event is scored. Teams closed zone. when creating their account. competition-wise during its The Iowa Department of Iowa has not faired as bad as compete against each other in This ensures the transfer of any two decades. The format has Natural Resources’ nesting other states like Minnesota and Proposed resident deer each event and for the overall priority points from previous remained the same. The set forecast, that plugs current the Dakotas where CRP loses hunting changes include re- competition. Hunter education seasons to the new account. up has been pretty consistent. weather conditions into a mod- have been even greater. ducing the county antlerless instructors are encouraged to el with 50 years of correspond- quotas by 13,000 in 20 counties, * Tip: Make sure your email About the only thing that has Iowa has also had a couple put a team together and coach ing data, predicts that Iowa’s eliminating the November ant- address is current and correct changed are the competitors of very successful continuous their participants. pheasant population will in- lerless deer season, shortening so that you can receive quota and the event location. CRP sign-ups and just submit- It takes nearly as many vol- crease by more than 40 percent. the January antlerless season by updates, confirmations and any “We moved from the 4H ted a new proposal to USDA unteers as competitors to put on one week and limiting hunters notices about quota hunts. camp at Madrid to Wesley “We should see our first targeted at recovering pheasant the event and over the 20 years, statewide pheasant increase in who obtain an early muzzle- Application deadlines vary Woods three years ago and populations in Iowa. USDA five volunteers have seen each more than six years,” said Todd loader license from obtaining depending on hunt type. The that has provided us a better will also roll out a new highly and every competition: Bill Bogenschutz, upland wildlife an antlerless license during ei- first deadlines are July 31 for layout to set up the stations erodible lands continuous CRP Shipley, of Birmingham, Craig biologist for the Iowa DNR. ther of the two shotgun seasons. Alligator, August 15 for Dove, and allows us to go through program this summer and Iowa Glosser, of Batavia, John Sears, Proposed furbearer changes including Adult/Child, and the course much faster,” said “This is the best combi- should be very competitive of Ottumwa, Loren Zaruba, of include increasing the bobcat September 1 for all types of Donise Grygierczyk, who co- nation of winter and spring with these acres. If approved Charlotte, and Dean Ross, of quota from 350 to 450 and the Deer Hunts, including Adult/ ordinates the challenge for the weather we’ve seen for ground both of these continuous CRP Jefferson. river otter quota from 650 to Child. Iowa Department of Natural nesting birds since 2003. Over practices should help recovery Resources. “We couldn’t do this with- pheasant populations. 850. 58 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 59 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com To read the proposals in IDAHO blind site random drawings those without a FOID card in Illinois Route 102. Hunters will registration 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at their entirety, go to the Iowa De- to be held at several public their possession, law enforce- be allowed to register for only Oak Grove Park, ? miles west survey covers off- partment of Natural Resources hunting areas in Illinois this ment officers will not be able one of the two sites. of DePue on Illinois Route 29. highway vehicle website at www.iowadnr.gov summer. to validate FOID card status on • Mazonia State Fish and • Marshall State Fish and and click on “Hunting.” use while hunting Duck and goose hunters the day of the drawing. Wildlife Area, Grundy County: Wildlife Area including the Interested parties may make must register in person for Also, in order to be an eli- registration 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Sparland Unit, Marshall Coun- written suggestions or com- Idaho Fish and Game is waterfowl blind site drawings gible applicant for the draw- the site office just off Illinois ty: registration 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. ments on the proposals on or participating in a survey about and must be present at the ing, the participant must not at Route 53, two miles southeast at the area check station, five before May 23. Written com- hunting and the use of off-high- drawing – held at each location the time of the drawing have of Braceville. miles south of Lacon on Illinois ments may be directed to Wild- way vehicles and all-terrain designated below immediately his or her hunting privileges • Shabbona Lake State Rec- Route 26. life Bureau Chief, Wallace State vehicles. after the registration period – to suspended or revoked by the reation Area, DeKalb County: • Rice Lake State Fish and Office Building, 502 E.9th St., The survey is being con- claim their blind sites. Mail-in IDNR or any other jurisdic- registration 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Wildlife Area, Fulton County: Des Moines, IA 50319-0034, by ducted by the University of registrations are not accepted. tion. Out-of-state residents the park office. Directions - go registration 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at email to [email protected]. Idaho. Blind allocations for these sites must have a 2011 or 2012 non- 2? miles south of Shabbona on the area check station, three gov, or by fax at 515-281-6794. are good for one year. To partic- resident hunting license for Il- Participants are being asked Shabbona Road, turn east on miles south of Banner on Route Persons wishing to convey their ipate in a drawing, applicants linois and a 2011 or 2012 Illinois Shabbona Grove Road and go 24. comments orally may contact about their experiences using must present a 2011 or 2012 Migratory Waterfowl Stamp. ? mile (office is on left side of • Sanganois State Fish and the Wildlife Bureau by phone at OHVs while hunting and how Illinois hunting or sportsman The schedule for 2012 blind the road). Wildlife Area, Cass and Mason 515-281-5034, or visit the fourth they feel about Fish and Game combination license and a 2011 drawings is listed below: • Sinnissippi Lake, Whi- Counties: registration 10 a.m. floor of the Wallace State Office restrictions in some areas on or 2012 Illinois Migratory Wa- teside County: registration 10 - 2 p.m. On the east side of the Building during regular busi- the use of OHVs while hunting. terfowl Stamp at the time they a.m. - 2 p.m. at Harry Oppold maintenance building, two ness hours. The Idaho Fish and Game register, unless exempted by SATURDAY, JULY 28, 2012 Marina, on Stouffer Road on the miles north of Chandlerville Commission is in the process law. Applicants must be at least (Blinds allocated for one year) The public hearing will east edge of Sterling. on Illinois Route 78 (follow the begin at 1 p.m., May 23, on the of revising its rules for use of 16 years old by the date of the • Chain O’ Lakes State • William Powers State signs to Sanganois). fourth floor of the Wallace State motorized vehicles while hunt- drawing. Park and Redwing Slough/ Recreation Area, Cook County: • Spring Lake State Fish and Office Building in Des Moines. ing and would like public input Applicants needing to pur- Deer Lake State Natural Area, registration 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Wildlife Area and Pekin Lake Persons may present their on this topic. chase new licenses and stamps Lake County: registration for the boat launch, 126th St. and State Fish and Wildlife Area, views either orally or in writ- The questionnaire has been should do so prior to the draw- both sites 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Ave. 0, Chicago. Tazewell County: registration ing. Participants will be asked mailed to a random sample of ing. Most blind drawing loca- Oak Point day use area, 1/5 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the south to give their name and address 4,000 people who are either tions will not have license sales mile east of the Fox River on SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2012 park office area, two miles for the record and to confine hunters or OHV owners in Ida- available. Licenses and stamps the south side of Illinois Route (Blinds allocated for one year) north of Manito on County Rd. their remarks to the subject of ho. But any interested persons are available at any DNR Di- 173. Hunters will be allowed 16 (Manito Rd.) and eight miles the amendments. can take the survey online at rect license and permit vendor, to register for only one of the • Anderson Lake State west and south on Spring Lake http://www.cnr.uidaho.edu/ through the IDNR website at two sites. Any person who intends to Fish and Wildlife Area, Fulton Rd. attend the public hearing and access/index.htm. The closing www.dnr.illinois.gov, or by • Des Plaines State Fish and County: registration 10 a.m. - 2 • Starved Rock State Park, has special requirements, such date is Friday, June 22. calling 1-888-6-PERMIT (1-888- Wildlife Area, Will County: reg- p.m. at the area check station, LaSalle County: registration 10 as those related to hearing or 673-7648). istration 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the 13? miles southwest of Havana a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Point Shelter mobility impairments, should Registrants must also pos- site office, two miles northwest on Illinois Route 100. ILLINOIS day use area on Illinois Route contact the Iowa Department sess a current Illinois Firearm of Wilmington off exit 241 on IDNR Announces • Clear Lake, Mason Coun- 71, about four miles east of Illi- of Natural Resources to request Owner’s Identification (FOID) Interstate 55. ty: registration 10a.m. - 2 p.m. nois Route 178 or 5? miles west specific accommodations. Schedule of card from the Illinois State Po- • Kankakee River State at Sand Ridge State Forest of Illinois Route 23 in South Waterfowl Blind lice unless exempted by law. Park and Momence Wetlands, Headquarters, 25799E CTY RD. Ottawa. Drawings Expired FOID cards are not ac- Kankakee and Will Counties: 2300N, Forest City. Phone (309) • Woodford State Fish and SPRINGFIELD, IL – Water- ceptable. Applicants under the registration 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for 597-2212. Follow the signs from Wildlife Area, Woodford Coun- fowl hunters are encouraged age of 21 do not need a FOID both sites at the Kankakee River Manito or Forest City. card if they are accompanied State Park office, five miles ty: registration 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. to mark their calendars for • Lake DePue State Fish and by an adult who has one. For northwest of Bourbonnais on at the area check station, 5? upcoming waterfowl hunting Wildlife Area, Bureau County: 60 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 61 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com miles north of Spring Bay on of topics,” Richkus says. “This hunter who receives a survey KANSAS season Sept. 8-16, some during Illinois Route 26. approach will give us an excel- takes the time to complete the youth pheasant and quail National Survey SPECIAL HUNTS lent picture of mourning dove and return it in the postage- season Nov. 3-4, and others Mississippi River Un- to Explore Dove APPLICATIONS GO claimed and Unregistered Hunter Opinions hunter thoughts and needs by paid envelope provided,” said during special youth waterfowl Blinds state, region, and nationwide.” Ken Richkus of the U.S. Fish ONLINE JULY 16 seasons yet to be set. SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illi- The National Dove Hunter and Wildlife Service’s Popula- KDWP offers youth, novice Specifically, there are three Mississippi River Pools 16, nois hunters are encouraged Survey is scheduled to begin in tion and Habitat Assessment hunts of a lifetime; first applica- categories of hunts: open, 17, & 18 (second year of two to participate in an upcoming late June 2012, and will be com- Branch. “Their answers are tion deadline Aug. 13 youth, and mentor. Open hunts year allocation). Pool 16 - un- survey that will ask dove hunt- pleted by the end of the year. very important, and we appre- are available to all hunters, with registered blinds and blinds ers from across the U.S. to share PRATT — The Kansas De- ciate their efforts to tell us what no age or experience restric- not passing inspection may their experiences and opinions “We really hope each dove partment of Wildlife, Parks they think.” tions. Youth hunts may require be claimed on a first-come, about dove hunting. Topics will hunter who receives a survey and Tourism’s (KDWPT) Spe- The National Dove Hunter at least one youth 15 or younger first-served basis by calling include time spent hunting, takes the time to complete and cial Hunts Program offers a Survey will give the USFWS who must be accompanied by the district wildlife biologist demographics, constraints to return it in the postage-paid variety of limited hunts, many an excellent picture of mourn- an adult 18 or older who may between 8 a.m. and noon at hunting, and thoughts about envelope provided,” Richkus designed to introduce youth ing dove hunter thoughts and hunt. Some youth hunts may (815) 273-2733, two weeks be- potential effects of spent lead added. “Their answers are very and novices to hunting in an needs by state, region and na- have more specific age require- fore the opening day of duck from hunting ammunition on important, and we appreciate uncrowded setting with good tionwide, Richkus said. ments, and accompanying season. Pool 17 and 18 - use the mourning doves and other their efforts to tell us what they opportunity for success. The adults are not allowed to hunt. same procedure except phone wildlife. think.” Hoosier hunters harvest first application period — for 309/344-2617. more doves than any other special hunts in September and Mentor hunts are open to both The National Dove Hunter youth and/or inexperienced Additional hunting infor- species in Indiana, typically October — is July 16 through Survey is a cooperative effort by INDIANA hunters who are supervised mation and maps on the above around 200,000 annually. The Aug. 13, and drawing results state fish and wildlife agencies Indiana hunters by a licensed adult 18 or older sites can be accessed at http:// birds are hunted in Indiana by will be emailed within a week. including the Illinois Depart- (mentor) who may hunt. Some dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/ to participate in more than 10,000 hunters. A second application period — ment of Natural Resources, all hunts require the supervising hunter_fact_sheet/index.htm national dove “Dove hunting is enjoyed for November, December, and four flyway councils, and the January hunts — begins July 16 adult to be 21 years or older. Wingshooting Clinics: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service hunting survey by many hunters here in In- and runs through Oct. 1., with Many veteran hunters find IDNR and participating part- (Service). Entry Description diana, and I am glad they will drawing results emailed during new satisfaction in serving as ners sponsor wingshooting have the opportunity to voice “We are conducting this An upcoming survey will the following week. New this mentors, introducing a relative, clinics at sites throughout Il- their opinions about this very survey because hunter opinions ask dove hunters in Indiana year, applicants may apply for friend, or neighbor to the won- linois to help improve the important game bird,” said and preferences are important and across the U.S. to share both hunt periods beginning der of the hunt in a wildlife- shooting skills of participants. Budd Veverka, DNR Division and should be taken into ac- their experiences and opinions July 16, and they will have three rich setting. Parents or grand- Youth/Women’s clinics are of Fish & Wildlife’s farmland count whenever possible,” says about dove hunting. choices for each species per parents may take children or designed to teach participants game research biologist. Dr. Ken Richkus of the Service’s Topics will include time draw period. grandchildren who have never basic firearm safety and the DNR Fish & Wildlife also Population and Habitat Assess- spent hunting, demographics, hunted but are now showing an fundamentals of wingshooting. works with the USFWS to Most special hunts occur ment Branch. “The Service and constraints to hunting, and interest, but mentors and nov- Hunter clinics are designed conduct a statewide mourning during regular hunting seasons the states want to make sure thoughts about potential effects and will be conducted in all re- ices do not have to be related. to enhance the wingshooting we use the best science-based dove calling survey each spring of lead from spent ammunition gions of the state on both public Hunter Education is not re- skills of hunters and provide information for the manage- to determine population trends on mourning doves and other and private land. Not all special quired for youth 15 and young- sound wingshooting prac- ment and conservation of our and a mourning dove banding wildlife. hunts are for youth or older er accompanied by an adult tice techniques. The clinics migratory bird resources.” program for a long-term har- are conducted on weekends vest management strategy. beginning hunters (novices). 18 or older. However, persons There are more than one throughout the spring, summer The National Dove Hunter Some are open to all hunters, 16 and older who have not million dove hunters nationally, and early fall. For a complete Survey is scheduled to begin in and each special hunt targets hunted before and do not have with dove seasons in 40 states. Contact Information: late June and be completed by specific game species, including hunter education must obtain schedule, check the webpage at Name: Budd Veverka this link: http://dnr.state.il.us/ “We’re surveying dove the end of the year. The survey doves, upland game (pheasant a one-time apprentice hunting Phone: (812) 334-1137 lands/landmgt/programs/ hunters in every state that has will be mailed to a random and quail), waterfowl, and deer. license, which exempts them Email: [email protected] wingshooting/Wingshooting- a dove season so they can give sample of dove hunters. Some take place during the from the hunter education re- us their opinions on a variety special youth/disabled deer quirement through the calendar Dates.htm “We really hope each dove 62 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 63 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com year in which it is purchased. of spending time together that with the goal of furthering the grasses planted through All hunters 16 and older need we valued most.” outdoor traditions that both he the federal Conservation a valid Kansas hunting license. Those outdoor experiences and his father enjoyed. Reserve Program. For more detailed informa- are what shaped his dream of For more information on tion or to apply, go online to honoring his father’s memory. Pheasants Forever’s Grassroots ksoutdoors.com. Click “Hunt- In 2010, during one of the last Conservation Campaign and Kentucky ing/Special Hunts” on or after conversations Peterson had how Pheasants Forever can Kentucky Fish July 16. Those who do not have with his father, he told his dad help you leave your legacy, And Wildlife computer access may apply by of his plan to dedicate a piece of phone Martincich at 816-560- Commission telephone at 620-672-0791. land in his memory, so his out- 1070. Proposes Early door legacy could live forever. Migratory PHEASANTS FOREVER Shortly after this conversation, FIRST RANGE-WIDE Bird Season his father lost his battle with RECEIVES 640-ACRE cancer. LESSER PRAIRIE Dates LAND CONTRIBUTION CHICKEN AERIAL The property is currently FRANKFORT, Ky. - Retired Air Force Colonel being converted to produc- SURVEY CONCLUDED The Kentucky Fish and Rob Peterson honors father’s tive wildlife habitat. “Habitat New breeding grounds dis- Wildlife Commission memory with donation is my vision because I realize covered in Kansas recommended the 2012- 2013 early migratory bird sea- CIMARRON — Rob Peter- if we don’t have the habitat, EMPORIA — Surveys have number of leks by sometime tor for the Kansas Department son dates and opened private son, 53, of Colorado Springs, the upland hunting is going to now been concluded for the later this summer. of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism. lands in the Ballard Reporting has donated his 640-acre prop- dry up,” Peterson said. “If we first range-wide assessment of The lesser prairie chicken “The plan is expected to be Area for the September Canada erty near Cimarron to Pheas- don’t have the habitat, we can’t lesser prairie chicken popula- has been considered a candi- completed by next March, and goose season at its quarterly ants Forever and Quail Forever ensure there will be an oppor- tions using common methods date under the Endangered we are hopeful that it will pre- meeting June 8. All recommen- as part of the organization’s tunity for young people to hunt across portions of five states. Species Act (ESA) since 1998, clude the need for the Fish and dations must be approved by Grassroots Conservation Cam- 20, 30, 40 years from now.” The Lesser Prairie Chicken and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Wildlife Service to designate the lesser prairie chicken as a legislators before they become paign. The donation provides Peterson credited Pheasants Interstate Working Group is Service will release a proposed federally threatened or endan- law. a place for future hunters and Forever’s Farm Bill biologist composed of biologists from rule on the status of the bird gered species.” conservationists to enjoy for- program for providing expert the state fish and wildlife agen- under the ESA in September. The Commission proposed ever. Peterson, a long-time guidance with grassland res- cies of Colorado, Kansas, New Information from these surveys The surveys this spring the 2012-2013 early migratory Pheasants Forever member and toration through the federal Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. will be used as a baseline by detected several previously un- bird season dates. Pikes Peak Colorado Pheas- Conservation Reserve Enhance- The Working Group collabo- these five state fish and wild- known leks, despite the severe The 2012 – 2013 Early Mi- ants Forever chapter co-chair, ment Program (CREP). Pheas- rated with federal agencies life agencies to monitor trends drought that occurred across gratory Bird Seasons: noted that his father’s passion ants Forever development of- and West Ecosystems, Inc., of in prairie chicken populations the region last year. They also Mourning Dove: for the outdoors and the time ficer Jordan Martincich helped Laramie, Wyo., to conduct the and to target conservation detected leks in Kansas that are Sept. 1 – Oct. 24, 2012; Nov. they spent hunting and fishing execute the gift through the large-scale, helicopter-based programs in partnership with beyond what was thought to be 22 – Nov. 30, 2012; Dec. 29, are the main reasons to make organization’s Grassroots Con- survey to locate lesser prairie private landowners, oil and gas the northern extent of the his- 2012 – Jan. 4, 2013 Pheasants Forever the recipient servation Campaign. chicken leks across the High industries, and wind-energy toric range of the species. Lesser of his gift. and electric utilities. prairie chicken numbers have Peterson will continue man- Plains in all five states. been largely increasing in Kan- September Canada Goose: A retired U.S. Air Force aging and enjoying the prop- Leks, which are also re- “These surveys will be the sas for the last 15 years while Sept. 1 – 15, 2012 Colonel, Peterson grew up in erty throughout his lifetime. ferred to as gobbling grounds, basis for a range-wide lesser populations have declined in Minnesota where he hunted Upon his passing, Pheasants are sites that the birds come prairie chicken management parts of the southern portion and fished with his father, Forever will oversee the prop- to every spring for breeding. plan that is being developed by Wood Duck and Teal: of the range. Biologists believe Robert Peterson, Sr. “We spent erty for wildlife habitat and These surveys encompassed the five states in collaboration Sept. 19 – 23, 2012 this northward expansion may a lot of time in the outdoors,” public use. In addition to the more than 300,000 square miles, with the Western Association represent a shift in the popula- Peterson said. “The success of land gift, Peterson has do- and survey results will be used of Fish and Wildlife Agencies American Woodcock: tion of the species caused by the hunt was not always a big nated a significant portion of to produce the first statistically Grassland Initiative,” said Jim Nov. 1 – Dec. 15, 2012 improved habitat from native deal to us. It was the experience his estate to Pheasants Forever valid, five-state estimate of the Pitman, small game coordina- 64 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 65 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Virgina and Sora Rail, Com- #1 Sportsman’s Lane, Frank- LA 4 to Ringgold, then north zone configuration that had pending U.S. Fish and Wildlife with a daily bag limit of four (4) mon Moorhen and Purple Gal- fort, Kentucky, 40601. along LA 7 to Minden, then been in place for decades. Service approval. and a possession limit of eight linule: Sept. 1 – Nov. 9, 2012 Louisiana west along I-20 to Bossier City, The proposed duck season The proposed dove season (8). Federal and state waterfowl then north along LA 3 to the dates for 2012-2013 are as fol- is broken down into a north stamps are required to harvest Common Snipe: Arkansas border. lows: and south zone with each zone teal. Sept. 19 – Oct. 28, 2012; Nov. L.W.F.C. Revises The boundaries for the new- having three segments and Rail and gallinule seasons 22, 2012 – Jan. 27, 2013 Coastal Zone: Nov. 10 – Dec. East-West Zone ly created coastal zone did not includes mourning, white- are proposed to last 70 days. 2 and Dec. 15 – Jan. 20 (Youth Boundary for 2012- change and no other segment Hunt Nov. 3-4) winged, Eurasian collared and The first segment would be Sandhill Crane: of the east-west zone boundary ringed-turtle doves. The dove open from Sept. 15 - 30. The 2015 Waterfowl East Zone: Nov. 17 – 25 and Dec. 15, 2012 – Jan. 13, 2013 was revised. season in the south zone would other segment will be set in Au- Seasons Dec. 8 – Jan. 27. (Youth Hunt go from Sept. 1-9, Oct. 13 - Nov. gust with the regular waterfowl July 3, 2012 -- The Louisiana For more information, con- Feb. 2-3) Season lengths and bag lim- 25 and Dec. 22 - Jan. 7. The seasons. King and clapper rails Wildlife and Fisheries Commis- tact Larry Reynolds at 225-765- its remain the same as last year. West Zone: Nov. 10 – Dec. north zone would be from Sept. would have a daily bag limit of sion (LWFC) revised on July 2346 or [email protected]. 9, and Dec. 22 – Jan. 20. (Youth 1-16, Oct. 6 - Nov. 4 and Dec. 15 15 with a possession limit of 30. 2 the northern boundary for Hunt Nov. 3-4) - Jan. 7. The daily bag limit for Sora and Virginia rails would In other wildlife-related the recently realigned east and L.D.W.F. Proposes The dates recommended mourning, white-winged and have a daily and possession business, the Commission pro- west zones that are part of the Duck Hunting reflect preferences noted in the fully dressed Eurasian collared- limit totaling 25. Common and posed opening private lands in three-zone framework for the Dates for 2012-2013 recent waterfowl hunter survey doves and ringed-turtle doves purple gallinules would have the Ballard Reporting Area for 2012-2015 waterfowl seasons. Season conducted by the Department would be 15 in aggregate and a daily bag limit of 15 and pos- the September Canada goose Public comments received The Louisiana Wildlife and via a mail-out and an on-line possession of 30 in aggregate. session limit totaling 30. season. Public lands in the Bal- by the Louisiana Department Fisheries Commission tenta- survey form. However, there is no bag limit Under the proposal, wood- lard Reporting Area remain of Wildlife and Fisheries and tively approved proposed duck The public can comment on on Eurasian collared-doves or cock season would last 45 days closed to the September Canada LWFC members from hunters hunting dates for the 2012-2013 the proposed season dates until ringed turtle-doves provided from Dec. 18 - Jan. 31, state- goose season. The Commission in northwest and north cen- season at their July 2 meeting. Aug. 2 by sending comments that a fully feathered wing and wide. A three-bird daily bag also recommended renaming tral Louisiana indicated that to: Larry Reynolds, Waterfowl head remain attached to the car- limit and a six-bird possession the Ballard Reporting Area to popular duck hunting water The dates were presented Program Manager, Department cass of the bird. Fully dressed limit would be allowed. the Ballard Zone. bodies in the region were sepa- by the Louisiana Department of of Wildlife and Fisheries, P.O. Eurasian-collared doves and The next Kentucky Fish rated when the east-west zone Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Snipe season will be set in Box 98000, Baton Rouge, LA ringed turtle-doves (those with- and Wildlife Commission meet- boundary was changed to US for the new three-zone water- August. 70898-9000 or lreynolds@wlf. out a fully feathered wing and ing will be held at 8:30 a.m., Hwy. 167 north from Jonesboro fowl season framework that Shooting and hawking la.gov. head naturally attached to the Friday, August 17, 2012 at #1 to the Arkansas border. now includes a coastal zone, carcass) shall be included in the hours for dove, woodcock, rail, added recently to the east-west For more information, con- Sportsman’s Lane off U.S. 60 The Commission approved aggregate bag. teal and gallinules are tenta- in Frankfort. Persons interested tact Larry Reynolds at 225-765- tively set for half an hour before a proposal to The following boundary in addressing the Commission 0456. sunrise to sunset, except for a 12 move the north- divides the dove season zones: must notify Kentucky Fish and noon start time on the first day ern regional Beginning at the Texas-Loui- Wildlife’s Commissioner’s of- of dove season on Sept. 1, 2012. boundary for L.W.F.C. Sets 2012-2013 siana border on La. Hwy. 12; fice in writing at least 30 days the east and west Early Migratory thence east along La. Hwy. 12 Extended falconry mourn- in advance to be considered zones back to the Bird Hunting to its intersection with U.S. ing dove season would open for placement on the meeting original map co- Seasons Hwy. 190; thence east along U.S. from Sept. 17 - Oct. 3. Extended agenda. People who are hear- ordinates that ex- falconry woodcock season The Louisiana Wildlife and Hwy. 190 to its intersection with ing impaired and plan to attend isted prior to the would open from Oct. 28 - Dec. Fisheries Commission set the Interstate 12; thence east along the meeting should contact panel’s vote of 17 and will reopen from Feb. dates for the 2012-2013 early I-12 to its intersection with In- Kentucky Fish and Wildlife at June 7. That pre- 1-11. The falconry daily bag migratory bird hunting seasons terstate 10; then east along I-10 least 10 days in advance and the vious boundary, limit would be three and pos- at their July 2 meeting. These to the Mississippi state line. agency will provide a transla- now re-instated, session limit of six birds for dates, recommended by the Blue-winged, green-winged tor. To request to address the runs west from all permitted migratory game Louisiana Department of Wild- and cinnamon teal season commission, write to KDFWR, Jonesboro along birds during the extended would last from Sept. 15 - 30 Commissioner Dr. Jon Gassett, life and Fisheries, are tentative falconry and regular hunting 66 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 67 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com seasons. Extended falconry ment is also facing erosion LDWF began management hunters from across the U.S. MICHIGAN have their own. seasons for ducks, rails and abatement costs along the In- of White Lake Preserve in 2005 to share their experiences and DNR offers Cost per person is $40, and gallinules will be set in August tracoastal Waterway that must as part of a transition agree- opinions about dove hunting. pre-registration is required. with the waterfowl regulations. be addressed. ment entered into between women’s The National Dove Hunter Detroit Sportsmen’s Con- White Lake Preservation, Inc., ‘Introduction to Hunters are reminded that The bid packets for tracts E Survey is scheduled to begin gress is located at 49800 De- and the state of Louisiana, and Sporting Clays’ they must have a HIP permit and G, detailing land use stipu- in late June 2012 and will be quindre Road in Utica. For approved by BP America Pro- to hunt migratory birds. HIP lations and minimum per acre completed by the end of the class in Utica June driving directions or more in- duction. permits are free and are avail- lease costs, will be available year. Louisiana hunters will be 16 formation about the club, visit able wherever hunting licenses June 8. Interested parties will The property, near Guey- randomly selected andreceive The Department of Natu- www.d-s-c.org. are sold. have access to bid details online dan in Vermilion Parish, was the surveys through the mail ral Resources’ Becoming an For registration forms and via the LDWF website or by donated to the state in 2002 by to complete and return in a For more information, con- Outdoors-Woman (BOW) pro- more information on this and mail upon request. Completed BP and the transfer of manage- postage-paid envelope. tact Jeff Duguay at 225-765-2353 gram will offer an Introduction other BOW events, visit www. bid packages must be returned ment authority was mandated or [email protected]. Topics will include time to Sporting Clays class at the michigan.gov/bow, email dnr- to LDWF by 10 a.m. on Aug. by legislation passed during the spent hunting, demographics, Detroit Sportsmen’s Congress outdoors-woman@michigan. 15. Following review of all bids 2004 session. The original dona- L.D.W.F. to Accept constraints to hunting, and in Utica on Saturday, June 16, gov or call 517-241-2225. submitted, winning bids will be tion framework granted man- thoughts about potential effects from 1 to 5 p.m. Becoming an Outdoors- Public Bids for announced in September. agement control to White Lake of spent lead from hunting am- For women interested in Woman helps women learn Lease Tracts at To review additional parcel Preservation, Inc., a non-profit munition on mourning doves learning the game of sporting about and enjoy hunting, fish- White Lake W.C.A. details, bid forms and a draft charitable entity overseen by a and other wildlife. The survey clay shooting, as well as those ing, backpacking, shooting Agricultural and hunting lease, visit designated board. Legislative is a cooperative effort involving action, approved in Act 613, who would like to sharpen sports, canoeing and many leases up for competitive public http://www.wlf.louisiana. state fish and wildlife agencies, placed property management their shotgun shooting skills, other outdoor recreation activi- bid summer 2012 gov/whitelakeleases on the all four flyway councils and the decision-making under the con- this class will provide expert ties. BOW specializes in begin- LDWF website. Anyone with- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service June 8, 2012 – Two hunting trol of LDWF and a 10-member instruction on the basics of ners, but also offers a variety of out access to the LDWF website (USFWS). and agricultural leases on the advisory board appointed by sporting clays shooting, includ- programs that support a mix of can call 225-765-2812 or send a “We are conducting this White Lake Wetlands Con- the governor. ing where to watch for the tar- skill levels. BOW is a noncom- servation Area (WCA) will be letter of request to: survey because hunter opinions get, proper shotgun mount and petitive program, designed to To request a lease packet, open for competitive public White Lake Wetlands WCA and preferences are important how to identify target lead and let each individual learn and please contact Tracy Mancuso bid in mid-summer 2012 and Bid Process 2012 and should be taken into ac- target/firearm relationship. gain confidence at her own at 225-765-2812 or tmancuso@ the Louisiana Department of count whenever possible,” says pace. The program emphasizes Louisiana Department of wlf.la.gov. To obtain details Some shotgun shooting Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Dr. Ken Richkus of the USFWS’s the enjoyment, fun and cama- Wildlife and Fisheries about the bid process, contact experience, such as a hunter will be accepting bids through Population and Habitat Assess- raderie of outdoor activities, P. O. Box 98000 Buddy Baker at 225-765-2812 education or BOW beginning Aug. 15, 2012. ment Branch. “The Service and while sharing in one another’s or [email protected]. For all shotgun class, is highly rec- Baton Rouge, LA 70898-9000 the states want to make sure success. Learn more at www. The surface leases for two media inquiries, please contact ommended. Participants may tracts, one totaling 933 acres Agricultural practices will we use the best science-based bring their own shotgun to michigan.gov/bow. Bo Boehringer at 225-765-5115 information for the manage- and one totaling 6,962 acres, also have to be maintained by this class. A limited number of The Michigan Department or [email protected]. ment and conservation of our will include agricultural prop- those awarded leases in Sep- shotguns are available to use of Natural Resources is com- migratory bird resources.” erty for rice and crawfish farm- tember. The term for all new for those who do not own a mitted to the conservation, ing, plus hunting habitat for leases will be approximately Louisiana to There are more than one shotgun. protection, management, use waterfowl, dove, rabbit, deer nine (9) years with annual lease Participate in million dove hunters nationally Two boxes of ammunition and enjoyment of the state’s and alligator. payments required. LDWF’s National Survey and seasons in 40 states. Dove will be provided to each par- natural and cultural resources Public waterfowl hunts and public waterfowl hunts, in- to Explore Dove hunters in every state that has a ticipant. Participants may bring for current and future genera- cluding the annual youth hunt, dove season are being surveyed lease revenues offset LDWF’s Hunter Opinions additional ammunition or pur- tions. For more information, go lottery hunts and corporate to collect opinions on a variety chase it at the Detroit Sports- to www.michigan.gov/dnr. operational costs to maintain The Louisiana Department hunts, will still be offered by of topics. men’s Congress clubhouse. Eye the White Lake WCA acreage of Wildlife and Fisheries urges the department on the White For more information, con- and ear protection also will be and facilities which exceed $1 hunters to participate in an up- Lake property as they have tact Jeff Duguay at 225-765-2353 available for those who do not million annually. The depart- coming survey that will ask dove been since 2005. or [email protected]. 68 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 69 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Michigan work will take several years but scape level. The MPRI works of the states. The survey areas The same waterfowl survey year’s estimate of 370,000. Pheasant will produce prime pheasant by acquiring state and federal estimated breeding mallard has been conducted each May “Because of the early spring, Restoration habitat containing native grass resources to assist landowners population index was 225,000, since 1968 to provide an an- Canada geese nested early,” plantings with wildflowers in the cooperatives to improve which is similar to the long- nual index of breeding duck Initiative gaining Cordts said. “Production ap- and food plots. Cooperative wildlife habitat on their prop- term average of 226,000 breed- abundance. The survey covers pears to be excellent, with large momentum members hope that local land- erty and by improving habitat ing mallards, but 21 percent 40 percent of the state, which numbers of goose broods across through work of owners will continue to join on selected state game areas, lower than 2011 and 17 percent includes much of the best re- the state. This has resulted in in- groups like Lake in this effort and connect filter recreation areas or other public lower than the 10-year average. maining duck breeding habitat creased reports of agricultural Hudson Pheasant strips, buffers and other blocks lands. Learn more about the The blue-winged teal index in Minnesota. damage by geese this year.” of habitat to this site, as well MPRI at www.michigan.gov/ Cooperative was 109,000 this year compared A DNR waterfowl biologist The Canada goose hunting as enhance existing habitat to pheasant. with 214,000 in 2011 and 50 per- and pilot count all waterfowl The Department of Natu- season established by the DNR create a changed landscape that To learn more about the cent lower than the long-term av- and wetlands along estab- ral Resources (DNR) today in recent years is open for 107 will benefit pheasants as well LHPC, look for the Lake Hud- erage of 219,000 blue-winged teal. lished survey routes by flying applauded the Lake Hudson days, the maximum number of as song birds, migratory birds, son Pheasant Cooperative page low-level aerial surveys from a Pheasant Cooperative (LHPC) The survey results for other days allowed. deer and other wildlife. on Facebook or contact Lauren fixed-wing plane. The survey is for its efforts in building a coali- ducks combined, such as wood “We may have to explore The LHPC also recently Lindemann at the Lenawee timed to begin in early May to tion of landowners and others ducks, ring-necked ducks, additional options in the future hosted its first annual meeting Conservation District at 517- coincide with peak nesting ac- committed to restoring pheas- gadwalls, northern shovelers, in order to address the large for 30-plus members, interested 263-7400, ext. 119. tivity of mallards. The U. S. Fish ant habitat and revitalizing canvasbacks and redheads, was Canada goose population,” neighbors and partners, bring- and Wildlife Service provides pheasant hunting in Michigan. The Michigan Department 135,000, which is 29 percent Cordts said. ing local landowners together of Natural Resources is com- lower than last year and 24 ground crews that also count “The Lake Hudson Pheas- The Minnesota waterfowl to learn about and discuss the mitted to the conservation, percent below the long-term waterfowl along some of the ant Cooperative’s progress report can be viewed online. cooperative’s plans for restor- protection, management, use average. same survey routes. This data illustrates that bringing back ing pheasant habitat. and enjoyment of the state’s is then used to correct for birds DNR will announce this Michigan’s pheasant hunting The estimated number of “This meeting was for those natural and cultural resources not seen by the aerial crew. fall’s waterfowl hunting regula- tradition is important to people wetlands (Types II-V) decreased who really do care about qual- for current and future genera- The goal in the DNR’s Duck tions in early August. and that they’re eager to work 37 percent from last year and ity habitat and bettering the tions. For more information, go Recovery Plan is to attract and together to make it happen,” was 10 percent below the long- pheasant populations in the to www.michigan.gov/dnr. hold a breeding population of said Al Stewart, DNR upland term average. DNR releases long- area. And this cooperative will 1 million ducks. game bird specialist. “If we can “It was a very unusual term management help them all get together for duplicate what the LHPC has spring for weather, wetland “Although the survey does plan for ruffed a common cause, a common MINNESOTA accomplished in other com- conditions and breeding water- not estimate total duck popula- goal,” said Lauren Lindemann, Breeding mallard grouse munities - and I believe we can fowl,” said Steve Cordts, DNR tions in the state, the decline in Lenawee Conservation Dis- A long-range ruffed grouse - then we’re well on our way numbers average; waterfowl specialist. “We had this year’s spring duck popula- trict’s Farm Bill biologist. “This habitat and population man- to success with the Michigan Canada goose record warm temperatures and tion index indicates we’re likely cooperative has a life of its agement plan is now available Pheasant Restoration Initia- population high early ice-out by late March, so well below our goal,” said Den- own now. There are passionate on the Minnesota Department tive.” Annual spring breeding wa- ducks moved into the state ear- nis Simon, DNR Wildlife Sec- people here.” tion chief. “The DNR remains of Natural Resources’ (DNR) One of the first cooperatives terfowl index surveys indicated ly. But wetland conditions were The Michigan Pheasant committed to our long-term website at www.mndnr.gov/ to form as part of the Michigan average numbers of breeding extremely dry at that time.” Restoration Initiative (MPRI) habitat goals of improving grouse. Pheasant Restoration Initiative, mallards, lower numbers of Conditions have improved is a conservation initiative to breeding and migration habitat “The plan reinforces the the Lenawee County-based blue-winged teal and other dramatically since then, but restore and enhance Michigan for waterfowl in the state.” state’s commitment to ensure LHPC is collaborating with ducks, and large numbers of much of the precipitation to pheasant habitat, populations the viability of ruffed grouse the DNR at Lake Hudson Rec- Canada geese in Minnesota, date came after ducks had al- Canada Goose and hunting opportunity on and their forest habitat, man- reation Area, where multiple according to the Department of ready begun nesting or moved The Canada goose popula- private and public lands. It will age grouse as an integral part Pheasants Forever chapters are Natural Resources (DNR). through the state, Cordts said. tion is estimated by a separate accomplish this through pub- of Minnesota’s forested land- providing volunteer labor and Those, and other factors, make helicopter survey conducted lic-private cooperatives that The survey, designed spe- scapes, and encourage and pro- funds for habitat improvements it more difficult than usual to in April. This year’s estimated improve habitat for pheasants cifically for mallards, estimates mote hunting and observation that the DNR budget would interpret this year’s population goose population was 434,000, and other wildlife on a land- duck numbers for just a portion of ruffed grouse in their natural not allow for otherwise. This indices. which was higher than last 70 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 71 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com habitat,” said Bob Welsh, DNR and county land open to public but hunter harvests remained on county, state and national The DNR’s 2012 grouse 2012 Youth wildlife habitat program man- hunting. relatively high through at least forests, where public hunting survey report, which contains Participation ager. Persons interested in learn- 2010.” is allowed. An estimated 11.5 information on ruffed grouse Initiative Program million of the state’s 16.3 mil- and sharp-tailed grouse, will be An average annual harvest ing more about grouse, hunting Ruffed grouse populations, Announced of more than 500,000 birds over opportunities and available which tend to rise and fall on a lion acres of forest are grouse available soon online at www. the past 25 years places Min- online tools are encouraged to 10-year cycle, are surveyed by habitat. mndnr.gov/hunting/grouse. Jackson - The Mississippi nesota as one of the nation’s visit the DNR website at www. counting the number of male For the past 63 years, DNR Department of Wildlife, Fish- MISSISSIPPI eries, and Parks is pleased to top three ruffed grouse states. mndnr.gov/grouse. More in- ruffed grouse heard drumming biologists have monitored Waterfowl Habitat Grouse hunter numbers have formation, including podcasts, on established routes through- ruffed grouse populations. announce the Youth Participa- traditionally followed cyclic more detailed mapping and out the state’s forested regions. This year, Improvement tion Initiative (YPI) Program Project Planned will be accepting applications changes in drumming survey hunter education class an- This year observers recorded DNR staff and cooperators indices, but when drumming nouncements will be posted 1.0 drums per stop statewide. for Sardis beginning July 1, 2012, from from 15 organizations surveyed organizations interested in in- surveys trended upward re- there as they are developed. The averages during 2010 and 126 routes across the state. Waterfowl WMA cently, hunter numbers did not 2011 were 1.5 and 1.7 drums creasing youth involvement in Sharp-tailed grouse counts JACKSON follow as they had in the past. per stop, respectively. Counts the great outdoors. Ruffed grouse decrease slightly Sardis Waterfowl WMA, lo- The plan includes strategies to vary from about 0.8 drums per The YPI Program was estab- cated near Oxford, Mississippi, reverse that trend by offering counts decline stop during years of low grouse Sharp-tailed grouse counts lished to provide funding for is cooperatively managed by improved habitat and access, as Minnesota’s ruffed grouse abundance to about 1.9 during in the northwest survey re- the purpose of educating youth the Mississippi Department of well as programs to help new spring drumming counts were years of high abundance. gion decreased approximately in the areas of hunting, fish- lower than last year across most 18 percent between 2011 and Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks hunters Drumming counts are an ing, conservation, and safety. of the bird’s range, according to 2012, Larson said. Counts in (MDWFP) and Sardis Lake US The DNR’s ruffed grouse indicator of the ruffed grouse During 2011, the YPI Program a survey conducted by the Min- the east-central region declined Army Corps of Engineers (US- management plan was ap- breeding population. The num- provided a total of $177,375.00 nesota Department of Natural approximately 33 percent. ACE). Two of its 7 waterfowl to help fund 22 projects across proved earlier this year after ber of birds present during impoundments are slated to be Resources (DNR). Observers look for male Mississippi. public comments on the draft the fall hunting season also improved this summer with pri- sharptails displaying on tradi- plan were reviewed and con- Compared with drumming depends upon nesting success mary assistance from USACE. Under this program, state tional mating areas, called leks sidered. counts conducted in 2011, 2012 and chick survival during the Infrastructure improvements in agencies, education institu- survey results showed an aver- or dancing grounds. Despite “Now that the plan has been spring and summer. the 15 year-old impoundments tions, and non-profit organiza- age decline of 24 to 60 percent, three years of declines, this approved, we can continue to Minnesota frequently is include refurbishment of the tions are eligible to apply for to 1.1 drums per stop, in the year’s statewide average of implement and accelerate our the nation’s top ruffed grouse levee system, replacement of funding. Interested parties are northeast survey region, which 9.2 grouse counted per danc- strategies to maintain great producer. On average, 115,000 water-control structures, and urged to consider projects that is the core and bulk of grouse ing ground was similar to the hunting opportunities,” said hunters harvest 545,000 ruffed repair of the existing pump focus on recruitment, retention, range in Minnesota. Drum- long-term average since 1980. Ted Dick, DNR grouse coordi- grouse in Minnesota each year, that is used to flood the im- and/or education of youth in ming counts in the northwest The 2009 average of 13.6 was as nator. “Those strategies include also making it the state’s most poundments. This 35-acre en- the fields of hunting, fishing, declined 33 to 73 percent to 0.9 high as during any year since improved access to hunting popular game bird. During the hancement project will increase or conservation. Applications drums per stop. Drumming 1980. During the last 25 years, land, better information for peak years of 1971 and 1989, the amount of shallow-water will be accepted until August counts did not change signifi- the sharp-tailed grouse index hunters and education for new hunters harvested more than habitat for wintering waterfowl 15, 2012. cantly in the central hardwoods has been as low as seven birds hunters, and focused input to 1 million ruffed grouse. Michi- and improve the reliability of Waterfowl or southeast, which had aver- counted per dancing ground. the timber planning process gan and Wisconsin, which waterfowl habitat. Last week, Management at ages of 0.6 and 0.7 drums per that will ensure that grouse frequently field more hunters Overall, sharptail popula- MDWFP biologists and USACE Trim Cane WMA stop, respectively. tions appear to have declined habitat needs are well-present- than Minnesota, round out the personnel utilized prescribed The primary management “The grouse population over the long term as a result of ed and considered in all forest top three states in ruffed grouse fire to remove vegetation within objective at Trim Cane Wildlife is in the declining phase of habitat deterioration. In recent planning processes.” harvest. each impoundment and USACE Management Area (WMA) is its 10-year cycle,” said Mike years, the DNR has increased Minnesota leads the na- One reason for the Min- personnel surveyed impound- to provide quality habitat for Larson, DNR wildlife research prescribed burning and shear- tion in aspen-birch forest type, nesota’s status as a top grouse ment elevations. These planned waterfowl. To meet this objec- group leader and grouse biolo- ing that keep trees from over- the preferred habitat of ruffed producer is an abundance of improvements are scheduled to tive, wildlife managers develop gist. “The most recent peak in taking the open brush lands grouse, and offers more than aspen and other ruffed grouse begin in July as weather condi- short and long-term manage- drum counts was during 2009, that sharp-tailed grouse need 11 million acres of federal, state habitat, much of it located tions allow. to thrive. ment plans, which incorpo- 72 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 73 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com rate the latest management our partners work hard to band tion to enact emergency hay- Focus on will expire Sept. 30, represent- at the Nevada Department of techniques. Though waterfowl wood ducks and mourning ing and grazing provisions, Pheasants Tour at ing a net loss of 96,892 acres. Wildlife (NDOW) Headquar- season may seem like a long doves each year” stated MD- the Nebraska Game and Parks Sherman Reservoir Nationally, 3.9 million acres ters Office in Reno no later way off, wildlife managers WFP Wildlife Bureau Director Commission is offering, up for will be accepted. than 5 p.m. July 11 and must be have already begun spraying Ed Penny, “and these awards bid, grassland tracts for haying July 11 delivered only through a postal Without CRP, many game noxious weeds and planting recognize the individuals that or grazing on wildlife manage- Landowners are invited service. A public drawing will and nongame species would supplemental crops within the band the most birds each year. ment areas. to attend a Focus on Pheas- be conducted at the Headquar- have been displaced or lost. seven waterfowl impound- Ducks and doves are captured, ants Habitat Tour at Sherman ters Office at 10 a.m. July 25 Haying and grazing tracts CRP has benefited the nation ments on the WMA. Improv- then fitted with aluminum leg Reservoir on July 11. The tour and successful applicants will were identified where haying for more than 25 years in the ing the habitat quality within bands and released.” Important begins at the wildlife manage- receive their confirmation by and grazing were planned in form of wildlife habitat, hunt- these impoundments ensures information about migration ment area headquarters, 79027 return mail. the management rotation for ing and outdoor recreation that quality food sources are and survival is obtained when Sherman Dam Road, at 9 a.m. next year. They also were iden- opportunities and reduced soil Hunters can find and print available this coming winter. these birds are harvested and tified where haying and graz- The tour will highlight the erosion off these sensitive acres. the reservation application Nuisance species such as bea- reported by hunters. ing activities could enhance benefits of different grassland form online at www.ndow.org. There are many programs ver and nutria can negatively Chad Masley, MDWFP As- planned management activi- management techniques used The file is located in the Tags & within CRP, both old and new, affect water levels and natural sistant WMA Biologist from ties, such as interseeding and around the reservoir to improve Applications section under the targeting wildlife habitat, wet- drainage patterns within im- Tupelo, was named 2010 Dove early successional habitat man- habitat for pheasants, quail and Hunt tab on the main menu. land conservation and soil/ poundments. Thus, managers Bander of the Year, and Ramon agement. Biologists already other upland birds. Discussions Just click on “All Applications” water quality for landowners also work hard to control these Pierce, Sardis Lake U.S. Army have opened up nearly 1,500 will include disking and inter- and scroll down the page to who are interested in enrolling. species throughout Trim Cane Corps and Engineers Natu- acres for grazing or haying in seeding, chemical treatments the section entitled 2012 Dove Producers should contact their WMA. ral Resource Specialist, was the Pine Ridge. and prescribed burning and Hunt. Paper applications will local Farm Service Agency of- Improving waterfowl habi- named 2011 Dove Bander of the grazing. also be available at the NDOW Game and Parks is open- fice for more information. tat also improves the quality of Year. Corporal Tyler Norman, ing more than 1,300 acres on Contact Jake Holt at 308- offices in Las Vegas and Hen- recreational opportunity that is MDWFP Conservation Officer 12 areas for grazing and 1,000 370-1750 or register at Nebras- derson. The addresses are 4747 offered on Trim Cane WMA. As from Newton County, was acres on 28 areas for haying. kaPF.com. NEVADA Vegas Drive and 744 Racetrack on other high-priority water- named 2010 and 2011 Wood Bids must be received by the Deadline Looms Road respectively. fowl WMAs, waterfowl hunts Duck Bander of the Year for area biologist by July 16 to be Nebraska Retains “NDOW implemented a are conducted through a per- banding the highest number for Dove Hunt considered. A full list of areas is 104,298 Acres of Reservations at limited reservation system at mitted draw system. Each of ducks during both years. available at http://outdoorne- the Overton WMA in an effort hunter is allowed to bring two Corporal Norman received a braska.ne.gov/pdf/hay-graze. Wildlife Habitat Overton WMA to reduce overcrowding, which guests, so take this opportunity framed print from Ducks Un- pdf. Outdoorsmen and women The deadline is fast ap- typically results in unsafe hunt- to bring your children, friends, limited, and Masley and Pierce High bids will be accepted. rely heavily on Conservation proaching for hunters planning ing conditions,” said Elmer or introduce someone new to received a plaque from the U.S. The earliest haying/grazing Reserve Program (CRP) lands to hunt doves at the Overton Bull, habitat division adminis- the outdoors. Fish and Wildlife Service. The may begin on approved leases to provide habitat for game spe- Wildlife Management Area trator for NDOW. Foundation for Mississippi is July 18. cies, as well as places to hunt. (WMA) on opening day and Reservations are only re- Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks MDWFP Recognizes A better than expected general the first weekend of the an- quired for the opening day and also provided award recipients Contact the area biologist Dove and Wood CRP sign-up will help keep nual hunting season. Reserva- the first weekend of the dove with a gift. for additional information. most of those places intact. The Duck Banders of tions have long been required hunting season. Thereafter Closing dates for haying and U.S. Department of Agriculture for opening day and the first the Year grazing will be Aug. 31 so hunting is available on a first (USDA) will accept 104,298 weekend, but beginning with come first served basis until The Mississippi Commis- NEBRASKA equipment and livestock can be acres in Nebraska offered under the 2012 season, hunters must dove season is over. sion on Wildlife, Fisheries, and Emergency Haying removed from wildlife manage- the 43rd CRP general sign-up. submit a paper application in Parks recently recognized the and Grazing ment areas before the opening order to schedule those reser- The Nevada Department of dove and grouse seasons. The USDA received 1,385 of Wildlife (NDOW) protects, 2010 and 2011 Mourning Dove Available on WMAs offers in Nebraska, of which vations. and Wood Duck Bander of the restores and manages fish and In response to the continued 1,249 were accepted. There Though the season won’t wildlife, and promotes fishing, Year at their April meeting in drought in parts of Nebraska were 113,911 acres offered. In begin until September 1, the Jackson. “The MDWFP and hunting, and boating safety. and the governor’s declara- Nebraska, 201,190 CRP acres application must be received NDOW’s wildlife and habitat 74 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 75 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com conservation efforts are primar- migrate through Nevada are to purchase a state duck stamp. management activi- ily funded by sportsmen’s li- part of the Western Arctic Popu- Money from the sale of Ne- ties of the Division’s cense and conservation fees and lation of Lesser Snow Geese. vada Duck Stamps is used for Waterfowl Ecology a federal surcharge on hunting Most (95% of the total) of this projects approved by the Com- and Management and fishing gear. Support wild- population of snow geese nest mission for the protection and Program are gener- life and habitat conservation in in the Egg River colony on propagation of migratory game ally conducted on Nevada by purchasing a hunt- Banks Island, with smaller birds, and for the acquisition, a flyway or conti- ing, fishing, or combination colonies on the Anderson River development and preservation nental scale requir- license. Find us on Facebook delta and at Kendall Island of wetlands in Nevada. ing the participation or Twitter. in the Mackenzie River delta. of numerous state, The Western Arctic Population provincial, federal New Jersey Snow Goose of Lesser Snow Geese winters (US and Canadian) mainly in the Central Valley of Waterfowl and and non-govern- Chosen for 2013 California, but as the popula- Migratory Birds in ment partners. New Duck Stamp tion continues to grow, their New Jersey Jersey is a member Contest wintering distribution is shift- of the Atlantic Fly- 2011 Status of Waterfowl ing more and more eastward. way Council (AFC), The Nevada Waterfowl As- Video Report (US FWS/Fly- which provides the sociation (NWA) has selected The Snow Goose has two ways Site) the Snow Goose for this year’s color plumage morphs, white means to participate With hundreds of miles of Nevada Duck Stamp Art Con- (snow) or gray/blue (blue), in promulgating an- ocean and bayshore coastline, test. thus the common description nual hunting regula- “Redheads in Needlerush,” the 2012 North Carolina Waterfowl Conservation coastal and inland wetlands, as “snows” and “blues.” White- tions and long-term Stamp and Print by Delaware artist Richard Clifton. The 2013 Nevada Duck small ponds and large lakes, morph birds are white except management plans Stamp Art Contest is sanctioned New Jersey hosts an enormous for black wing tips, but blue- in cooperation with by the Nevada Board of Wild- variety of waterfowl species. 2. To hunt woodcock, rail, HIP certification process, the morph geese have bluish-grey partner states and the U.S. life Commissioners (NBWC), Waterfowl can be found in snipe, coots or moorhens (gal- cost of HIP certifications is plumage replacing the white Fish and Wildlife Service. The with the winning artwork to abundance in the varied wet- linule): a New Jersey hunting li- $2.00. except on the head, neck and primary objective of the Divi- be featured on the 2013-2014 land habitats throughout the cense and Harvest Information tail tip. Both snow and blue sion’s Waterfowl Program is to North state stamp. state including wood ducks in Program (HIP) certification. phases have rose-red feet and work in a cooperative manner All interested artists are en- the beaver swamps of north- 3. Required to hunt ducks, Carolina legs, and pink bills with black with the numerous government couraged to enter the contest, ern New Jersey to snow geese geese or brant: a New Jersey 2012 Waterfowl edges. They are very vocal and and non-government agencies whether residing in Nevada in the vast salt marshes along hunting license, HIP certifica- Conservation can often be heard from more responsible for the populations or elsewhere. Entries must be Delaware Bay. tion, Federal Migratory Bird than a mile away. and habitats of migratory game Stamp and Print an original creation, in any In fact, New Jersey’s salt birds. Hunting and Conservation Available July 2 drawing medium and must be Entries will be judged by Stamp and New Jersey Water- marshes and coastal back bay In cooperation with the AFC received by the Nevada De- seven individuals, including fowl Stamp. Both federal and “Redheads in Needlerush,” habitats are of global signifi- and the US Fish and Wildlife partment of Wildlife (NDOW) two members of the NBWC state stamps are required for the 2012 North Carolina Water- cance given that over one- Service, several surveys are no later than October 19, 2012. and five others as appointed by waterfowl hunters 16 years fowl Conservation Stamp and third of the black ducks in the conducted each year to mea- Contest rules are available on the Nevada Waterfowl Associa- of age and older and must be Print, will be available through eastern United States and over sure waterfowl population the NDOW website at http:// tion. The names of the top ten signed in ink across the stamp’s the N.C. Wildlife Resources two-thirds of North America’s parameters. Current projects www.ndow.org/wild/stamp, finalists will be announced by face. Federal stamps are avail- Commission’s N.C. Wild Store Atlantic brant spend winter in also include satellite telemetry or by calling (775) 688-1998 for NDOW on November 19, 2012. able at U.S. post offices and on July 2. these marshes. tracking of Atlantic brant and more information. In the state of Nevada, online. State stamps are avail- Signed and numbered regu- Snow geese at Brigantine pintail ducks. The Snow Goose (Chen cae- any person 12-64 years old able from license agents or lar edition prints with mint rulescens), is a North American who hunts any migratory bird Photo by Gary Lehman - What Do I Need To Hunt purchased and printed from the stamps will sell for $145. The click to enlarge species of goose. Its name de- except mourning or white- Migratory Birds In New Jersey? license website. collector’s mint stamp will sell rives from the typically white winged dove, snipe, coot or Due to the migratory nature 1. To hunt crows: a New 4. To cover costs involved for $10. plumage. Snow geese that moorhen (gallinule) is required of waterfowl, the research and Jersey hunting license. with the administration of the The acrylic artwork depict-

76 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 77 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com ing a pair of brilliantly colored New York gions of the state, taking into North Dakota not necessarily represent the Sage Grouse redhead ducks was painted by consideration anticipated fed- amount of water contained in DEC Announces Spring Duck Numbers Improve Delaware artist Richard Clifton. eral regulations for the coming wetlands. Tentative 2012-13 Index Up, Water Slightly “Redheads in Needlerush” year and recommendations “Water conditions were Even though the number marks the second year in a row Migratory Game from Waterfowl Hunter Task Conditions Down good in larger wetlands, but of strutting males observed Clifton has won North Caro- Bird Hunting Forces established by DEC for The North Dakota Game the lack of snow this past win- during the spring sage grouse lina’s waterfowl conservation Seasons each zone. DEC has used a task and Fish Department’s annual ter and the lack of significant survey was up 15 percent from stamp and print competition. force approach since 1997, and spring breeding duck survey spring rains reduced the num- Early Announcement Will last year, the population re- He took top honors last year it has been very helpful for showed an index of 4.8 million ber of temporary and seasonal Help Hunters Plan Trips mains well below management with his vivid portrayal of a setting seasons where hunter birds, up 16 percent from last wetlands,” Szymanski said. The tentative schedule for objectives. Therefore, the sage pair of Canada geese standing preferences are diverse. For year and 112 percent above the “Undoubtedly, many wetlands many of New York’s 2012-13 grouse hunting season will re- in a pasture. He placed second more information about the long-term average (1948-2011). dried up within days of com- migratory game bird seasons main closed in 2012. in the 2010 contest with his waterfowl hunter task forces, The 2012 index is the third high- pleting the survey.” is now available, allowing portrayal of snow geese. go to the DEC website. est on record. Aaron Robinson, North sportsmen and sportswomen Additionally, nesting cover Proceeds from sales of the Tentative season dates for Dakota Game and Fish Depart- to plan outdoor activities well All species were well above in North Dakota continues to print and stamps will go to the the Lake Champlain Zone were ment upland game bird biolo- in advance, New York state the long-term average. Wi- decline. During the survey, Szy- Commission’s Waterfowl Fund, not included because they will gist, said biologists counted 72 Department of Environmental geon (+88 percent) and green- manski noted many large tracts which generates revenue for be determined by the Vermont males on 12 active strutting Conservation (DEC) Commis- winged teal (+221 percent) were of grassland and Conservation the conservation of waterfowl Fish and Wildlife Board follow- grounds. Last year, 63 males sioner Joe Martens announced at record highs. Mallards, gad- Reserve Program land had been habitat in North Carolina. The ing public meetings likely to be were counted on 12 active leks today. Tentative waterfowl wall, blue-winged teal, shovel- converted to cropland since last money is used to help North held in August in Whitehall, in the southwest. season dates for ducks, geese, ers, redheads and ruddy ducks year. “North Dakota currently Carolina meet its financial ob- NY and Burlington, VT. DEC “This is great news,” Rob- woodcock, snipe and rails can exceeded the long-term average has about 2.3 million acres of ligations in implementing the encourages New York water- inson said. “The population be found on the DEC website. by more than 100 percent. CRP, which is down about 30 North American Waterfowl fowl hunters who frequent the percent from 2007,” Szymanski has shown it can possibly come “Each year, DEC announces Only pintails, shovelers and Management Plan, the inter- Champlain Zone to attend one added. “Projections are that back given the right condi- the tentative schedule so hunt- canvasbacks were down more national agreement helping of these meetings; details will more than 650,000 acres will be tions.” ers can begin making plans for than 10 percent from last year, restore waterfowl populations be announced later this sum- lost in 2012, and an additional The number of males count- a safe and successful season,” and mallards were essentially throughout the continent. In mer. Comments and sugges- 1.1 million acres will be lost in ed on leks each spring has Commissioner Martens said. unchanged. Blue-winged teal addition, funds can be used tions about the Lake Champlain 2013-14. The loss of critical nest- gradually declined since 2000. “Still, we always remind hunt- were at their highest level since to support waterfowl research Zone may also be submitted to ing cover will be disastrous for In 2008, spring counts dropped ers to check the final dates, 2001, missing the record high and to buy equipment used to any DEC season-setting team breeding ducks, other nesting dramatically throughout North usually issued in late summer, by less than 1 percent. manage wetlands. member or by e-mail to wfsea- birds and hunting opportuni- Dakota’s sage grouse range due before going afield.” “Excellent production last To purchase a print and [email protected]. ties in the future.” to West Nile Virus. The final season dates, bag summer brought many breed- mint stamp or for additional Copies of the 2012-13 migra- The July brood survey will “Numerous conservation limits and other regulations for ing pairs back to the state,” said information, call the Wildlife tory game bird hunting regula- provide a better idea of duck efforts have taken place in 2012-13 migratory game bird Mike Szymanski, waterfowl bi- Resources Commission toll- tions brochure will be available production and insight into ex- the past four years which will hunting seasons in New York ologist. “Fortunately, there was free at 866-945-3746, or visit on the DEC website in late pectations for this fall. Observa- hopefully help the population will be posted on DEC’s web- still enough habitat to attract the agency’s online N.C. Wild August and by mid-September tions to date indicate prospects recover,” Robinson said. site and announced by a state- them to North Dakota.” Store, www.ncwildstore.com. wherever hunting licenses are for good production across the wide news release, once they The spring water index was Sage grouse management sold. state given abundant breed- are approved by the U.S. Fish down 57 percent from 2011 and in North Dakota and the entire For more information about ing pairs and average wetland and Wildlife Service. Hunters 6 percent from the long-term range of 11 western states is a hunting waterfowl or other conditions. should confirm the final season average. Compared to last year, collaborative effort, Robinson migratory game birds in New dates before going afield. Szymanski said water indices said. “We manage this species York, visit the DEC website. as a group and make decisions The tentative season dates observed on individual tran- based on scientific information, were developed by a team of sects were all down 50-65 per- ultimately to maintain an iconic DEC staff representing all re- cent. The water index is based on basins with water, and does western species for future gen- 78 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 79 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com erations,” he added. OHIO ODNR ensures a balance be- new “Hunting Guide” include volved,” said Doug Schoeling, leks in Kansas that are beyond tween wise use and protection the expansion of black bear upland game bird biologist for what was thought to be the Sage grouse are North Wildlife Managers of our natural resources for the season, new youth deer season the Wildlife Department. “We northern extent of the historic Dakota’s largest native upland Seek Input from game bird. They are found in benefit of all. Visit the ODNR opportunities, new baiting re- don’t want to see the lesser range of the species. Lesser extreme southwestern North Ohio’s Waterfowl website at ohiodnr.com. strictions on public lands and prairie-chicken designated as prairie-chicken numbers have Dakota, primarily in Bowman Hunters rule changes pertaining to the a federally threatened or en- been increasing in Kansas for and Slope counties. The Ohio Department of use of ATVs on Honobia Creek dangered species - obviously the last 15 years, while popu- OKLAHOMA Wildlife Management Area. first and foremost because we lations have declined in the Natural Resources’ (ODNR) “2012-13 Oklahoma want the species to thrive in southern portions of the range. Hunting Guide and Division of Wildlife is asking The migratory bird regula- Ohio waterfowl hunters to pro- Hunting Guide” tions portion is a draft and will Oklahoma. Also, we feel that Biologists believe this north- Outfitter Test vide input on the timing of the available now not be finalized by the USFWS the Wildlife Department has ward expansion may represent The next guide and outfitter fall waterfowl hunting season online and the Oklahoma Wildlife exceptional relationships with a shift in the population of the written examination is Aug. 4 and where they prefer to hunt Commission until Aug. 6. our state’s landowners and our species as a result of improved at 1 p.m. at the North Dakota Hunters can log onto wild- other partners, which allows habitat and the Conservation in Ohio. To view all the changes and Game and Fish Department lifedepartment.com today to us to have the most beneficial Reserve Program, which pro- The Ohio Wildlife Council the full draft copy in detail, log office in Bismarck. The test is view a draft copy of the “2012- impact on the management and vides incentives to farmers will establish season dates and on to wildlifedepartment.com. given periodically to anyone in- 13 Oklahoma Hunting Guide” recovery of the lesser prairie- and landowners for converting other regulations in mid-Au- A link to the guide is provided terested in becoming a hunting from the Oklahoma Depart- chicken.” cropland back to native grasses. gust after federal guidelines are on the homepage. guide or outfitter in the state. ment of Wildlife Conservation. established for the upcoming Biologists with the Okla- The lesser prairie-chicken In addition to passing a The new full-color guide homa Department of Wild- has been considered a candi- waterfowl season. Biologists contains statewide hunting First range-wide written exam, qualifications are seeking input from Ohio life Conservation participated date species under the Endan- for becoming a guide include a regulations and season infor- lesser prairie- in the surveys as part of the gered Species Act (ESA) since waterfowl hunters through this mation for 2012 and 2013. It background check for criminal online survey so opportunities chicken aerial Lesser Prairie-Chicken Inter- 1998, and the US Fish and Wild- and game and fish violations; also features a wide range of survey concluded state Working Group, which life Service will be releasing can be closely matched to the hunting-related articles and certification in cardiopulmo- Recent aerial surveys includes representatives from a proposed rule on the status preferences of as many hunt- other helpful information, such nary resuscitation and standard conducted to assess lesser Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico of the bird under ESA in Sep- ers as possible within the con- as sunrise/sunset tables and first aid; and employment by or straints of federal guidelines. prairie-chicken populations and Texas fish and wildlife tember 2012. Information from contract with a licensed hunt- detailed information on the agencies as well as collabora- these surveys will be used as a The survey is available at across portions of five states ing outfitter. state’s wildlife management tors from Western Association baseline by the state fish and wildohio.com until Aug. 1. including Oklahoma have areas. of Fish and Wildlife Agencies wildlife agencies to monitor Hunting outfitter eligibil- Hunters will need to have their turned up some good news, ity requirements include the “Printed copies will be according to biologists. and West Ecosystems, Inc of trends in prairie-chicken popu- customer identification number available for free in August guide qualifications, as well as Despite concerns about the Laramie, Wyo. lations and to target conserva- readily available (found on anywhere hunting licenses are an individual must have held lesser prairie-chicken across its The unique effort included tion programs in partnership all Ohio hunting and fishing sold, but hunters anxious to a hunting guide license for two range and the severe drought a large-scale, helicopter-based with private landowners; oil licenses) when they take the read up on the latest hunting years; and must have proof of that occurred last year across survey to locate lesser prairie- and gas; wind industry; and survey. regulation changes and dates liability insurance. the surveyed region, biolo- chicken leks across the High electric utilities. Similar information was for their favorite seasons can gists were able to make several Plains region in the five states. For more information about Interested individuals are solicited from Ohio waterfowl do so today online,” said Ben observations in Beaver, Ellis, These surveys encompassed lesser prairie-chickens and required to preregister by call- hunters last summer and used Davis, information specialist Harper and Texas counties dur- more than 300,000 square miles other wildlife in Oklahoma, log ing the Game and Fish Depart- to set the 2011-2012 hunting and hunting guide coordinator ing the survey. The survey was and the results will be used to on to wildlifedepartment.com. ment’s enforcement office at season dates within each zone. for the Wildlife Department. looking for additional “leks,” produce the first ever, statisti- 328-6604. This year, hunters are also “It’s an important publication or areas used by lesser prairie- cally valid, five-state lek esti- asked to provide input regard- because it contains so much chickens each year for court- mate. Final survey results will ing potential changes to goose of the information our state’s ship and mating. be available this summer. hunting season length and bag hunters need to know in order limits as well as rate last year’s to follow the game laws in “This is an important ef- The majority of lesser prai- season. Oklahoma. Some of the regu- fort among several partners, rie-chicken habitat is in Kansas, lation changes covered in the and Oklahoma is directly in- and the survey also discovered 80 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 81 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Oklahoma Lesser decline.” The plan is intended Oregon Pennsylvania There are more than one The meeting is open to the to benefit the people, economy, million dove hunters nation- public. Anyone with business Prairie Chicken About the PENNSYLVANIA DOVE Conservation and wildlife resources of north- ally, with seasons in 40 states. for the advisory committee, west Oklahoma by providing a Sage-Grouse HUNTERS URGED TO In Pennsylvania, an estimated needing the agenda or di- Action Plan draft framework for effective LEPC Conservation TAKE PART IN SURVEY 19,900 hunters harvested more rections to the meeting place available for management and habitat im- Strategy Random sample of dove than 226,000 doves during the should contact Susan John- public review and provement that will facilitate Implementation hunters to begin receiving sur- 2011 hunting season. son at the S.C. Department of presentation population increases. Teams vey in mail “We’re surveying dove Natural Resources in Columbia The public is invited to The LEPC is a North Ameri- Pennsylvania Game Com- hunters in every state that has at (803) 734-3889. William L. There are five Sage-Grouse “Sam” Hiott Jr. of Charleston is provide comments on a draft can grouse species that histori- Conservation Strategy Imple- mission Executive Director Carl a dove season so they can give conservation plan for the Lesser cally occupied sand sagebrush, G. Roe today announced that us their opinions on a variety the chairman of the Waterfowl mentation teams, one for each Advisory Committee. Prairie Chicken (LEPC) in Okla- shinnery oak, and mixed grass Bureau of Land Management a random-sample of Pennsyl- of topics,” said Dr. Ken Richkus homa. The first draft of the vegetation types of the south- District within the current dis- vania dove hunters soon will of the USFWS’s Population and Oklahoma Lesser Prairie Chick- ern Great Plains. LEPC and tribution of sage-grouse in Or- be receiving a national survey Habitat Assessment Branch. Items scheduled on the en Conservation Action Plan the habitat upon which they egon as well as one in the Baker seeking input about their expe- “This approach will give us agenda for the meeting of the (OLEPCCP) is now available for depend have diminished across Resource Area within the Vale riences and opinions on dove an excellent picture of mourn- Waterfowl Advisory Commit- public review and is posted on their historical range by about district. Public meetings will be hunting. ing dove hunter thoughts and tee include: 90%. In 1995 the U.S. Fish and needs by state, region, and na- the Oklahoma Department of held in each of the Implementa- Topics will include time * Early Season Migratory Wildlife Service (USFWS) deter- tionwide.” Wildlife Conservation’s website tion Team areas. spent hunting, demographics, Bird Recommendations at (www.wildlifedepartment. mined that the LEPC was war- Teams have been meeting constraints to hunting, and The National Dove Hunter com/wildlifemgmt/lepc/ac- ranted for listing under the fed- * Wanton Waste since 2005. In May 2011, they thoughts about potential effects Survey is scheduled to begin in tion_plan.htm). Comments on eral Endangered Species Act. * Update on Samworth reviewed and recommended of spent lead from hunting am- late June 2012, and will be com- the draft plan will be accepted Unless populations sufficiently munition on mourning doves pleted by the end of the year. Courtesy Dock increase, the species may be changes to the Core Area maps until June 13, and the public is and other wildlife. The survey “We really hope each dove * DNR Legislative Update listed in the future, resulting in as defined in the April 2011 re- encouraged to attend an eve- is a cooperative effort by the hunter who receives a survey * Committee Member/Con- potential federal regulation of vision of the updated Greater ning public meeting June 4 in state fish and wildlife agencies, takes the time to complete and stituent Comments some activities and develop- Sage-Grouse Conservation Woodward or June 5 in Beaver. all four flyway councils, and the return it in the postage-paid ments within its range. Assessment and Strategy for The draft OLEPCCP iden- Oregon. In December 2011 and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service envelope provided,” Richkus tifies management strategies Public meetings to present January 2012 they developed (USFWS). added. “Their answers are very SOUTH DAKOTA to increase the lesser prairie the draft OLEPCCP and to hear Action Areas with the Core “This survey is being con- important, and we appreciate Early Fall Canada chicken (LEPC) population public comments will be held Area maps that identified areas ducted as wildlife agencies and their efforts to tell us what they Goose, Youth in Oklahoma through habitat Monday, June 4, 6:30 p.m. - 9 that share common threats to the USFWS want to include think.” Waterfowl improvements. The plan em- p.m. at the City of Woodward sage-grouse which will help to hunter opinions and prefer- phasizes tools and incentives Pioneer Room, 1219 8th St. in SOUTH Proposed; Sage focus efforts for future habitat ences about seasons when- Grouse Season to encourage landowners and Woodward and Tuesday, June management actions and/or ever possible,” Roe said. “The CAROLINA others to partner with agencies 5, 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the Bea- mitigation. survey results will be used in Waterfowl Finalized in conservation efforts while ver County Fairgrounds Pa- The Greater Sage-Grouse conjunction with the best sci- Advisory PIERRE, S.D. - Waterfowl also achieving their land use vilion Building, Douglas Ave. Conservation Assessment and ence-based information for the hunters hoping to get an early needs. The Oklahoma House in Beaver. Written public com- Committee meets Strategy for Oregon, is available management and conservation jump on the season would be of Representatives adopted a ments should be sent to janc@ July 10 in Columbia on ODFW’s website. of our migratory bird resources. able to harvest more geese dur- concurrent resolution in April gci.netor or 114 S. Franklin St., The Waterfowl Advisory “If you are a dove hunter ing the Early Fall Goose Season 2011 directing ODWC to coordi- Ste. 203, Juneau, AK 99801 by Committee to the S.C. Natural and receive one of these surveys, under a South Dakota Game, nate development of the LEPC Wednesday June 13. Resources Board will meet 10 we encourage you to complete it Fish and Parks Commission conservation plan to “protect, a.m. Tuesday, July 10 in Room and return it as soon as possible proposal. enhance, and restore [LEPC] 335 (board room) of the Rem- to ensure that Pennsylvania An Early Fall Goose Season habitat while also addressing bert Dennis Building at 1000 hunter opinions are included in would allow hunters to harvest other factors leading to their Assembly St. in Columbia. this national survey.” 10 Canada geese per day and 82 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 83 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com possess 20. The season would fall hunting seasons, including * Adjust the number of resi- ties within the Black Hills Fire People who wish to provide antlerless deer. Non-quota ant- run Sept. 1-30. The recom- West River Deer, Black Hills dent licenses that were issued Protection District (except written comments on those lerless gun hunts were added mendation will need approval Deer, Archery Deer, Archery in 2011 by reducing “any deer” Custer State Park) and issue commission hunting proposals in Campbell, Jackson, Morgan, from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Antelope, Youth Deer, Muzzle- licenses by 200; “any whitetail” by lottery drawing five special- may do so until 5 p.m. Wednes- and Scott counties. Service. loader Deer, Fall Turkey and the licenses by 500; “antlerless access permits to licensees who day, June 6. The TWRC voted to allow Another Commission pro- August Management Take for whitetail” licenses by 50 possess a valid “any antelope” Comments may be mailed the gun season for white-tailed posal would give youth water- Canada Geese. * Adjust the number of resident archery license to Game, Fish and Parks Com- deer to extend through the first fowl hunters a better chance at Changes proposed for the nonresident licenses that were Changes proposed for the mission, 523 E. Capitol Ave., full weekend in January, which early migrating ducks. West River Deer Season in- issued in 2011 by reducing Youth Deer Season include: Pierre, SD, 57501 or emailed next year will conclude Jan. 6. The proposed South Dakota clude: “any deer” licenses by 16; * Add Brookings, Coding- to [email protected] . Com- The second young sportsman Youth Waterfowl Season would * Adjust the number of resi- “any whitetail” licenses by 40; ton, Deuel, Grant, Hamlin, ments must have the sender’s hunt will be held the weekend open 12 days after Labor Day dent licenses that were issued “antlerless whitetail” licenses Lake, Lincoln, McCook, Minne- full name and address in order of Jan. 12-13 in 2013. each year; the Youth Season in 2011 by increasing one-tag by four haha, Moody, Roberts, Turner to become part of the public A limited season for red would be Sept. 15-16 this year. licenses by 1,590 to 2,625; in- Changes proposed for the and Yankton counties to the record. deer was initiated in Claiborne The 2012 South Dakota Sage crease two-tag licenses by 830 Archery Deer Season include: restricted area where only one Comments may also be County last year and the TWRC Grouse season was finalized (1,660 tags) to 16,735 (33,470 * Add Brookings, Deuel, youth deer license is valid made in person at the next GFP approved the recommendation by the Commission, with no tags); and reduce three-tag li- Hamlin and McCook counties Changes proposed for the Commission meeting during a to have the season run concur- changes from 2011. The season censes by 4,960 (14,880 tags) to to the area where only one, one- Muzzleloader Season include: public hearing at 2 p.m. CDT on rent with the 2012-13 white- 3,340 (10,020 tags) Thursday, June 7, at the Ram- tailed deer season. The area is will be held Sept 26-27, with a tag “antlerless” deer license is * Add Brookings, Deuel, kota in Pierre. south of the Powell River in season limit of one sage grouse * Adjust the number of valid Hamlin, and McCook counties Claiborne County. per hunter. nonresident licenses that were * Antlerless deer licenses to the restricted area where only To comment on any of those issued in 2011 by increasing would not be valid for Sand one, one-tag “antlerless” deer Tennessee Bear hunting days, with proposals, send an email with one-tag licenses by 128 to 212; Lake National Wildlife Refuge license is valid dogs permitted, will increase increase two-tag licenses by 67 TWRC Approves 2012- on three separate hunts with the your full name and city of resi- * Allow issuance of access Changes proposed for the (134 tags) to 1,342 (2,684 tags); 13 Hunting Seasons increase varying 10 to 12 days, dence to [email protected] permits for five “antlerless Fall Turkey Season and reduce three-tag licenses by depending on the particular or send a letter to the Game deer” and five “any deer” The Tennessee Wildlife Re- 397 (1,191 tags) to 268 (804 tags) * Offer residents 410 more county. Also, there will be an Fish and Parks Department, resident-only licenses for Blood sources Commission set the one-tag licenses and 1,550 fewer increase of the bear dog train- 523 E Capitol Ave., Pierre, SD * Modify the boundary for Run Nature Area, along with state’s 2012-13 hunting seasons two-tag licenses in East River ing season by 4 to 14 days, also 57501. Please include your full Fall River County Unit 27L to the 45 “antlerless deer” and during its May meeting which units depending on the county. The name and address for the public add some public lands adjacent five “any deer” resident-only concluded Friday at the Tennes- * Offer 500 fewer one-tag state is coming off a record bear record. All letters and emails to the Cheyenne River and An- licenses for Adams Nature Area see Wildlife Resources Agency must be received by 5 p.m. gostura Reservoir and make licenses for residents and 40 Ray Bell Region II Building. harvest from last winter and * Modify an existing rule to CDT, July 6. the unit boundary more easily fewer nonresident licenses in surveys indicate the population allow an individual to possess Among the changes, Ten- identifiable for hunters the Black Hills is thriving, allowing the agency Testimony may be given an uncased bow and allow the nessee sportsmen will see an * Close Harding and Turner to increase the number of bear in person at the Commission’s * Only unfilled antlerless use of bow-and-arrow to hunt increase in deer and bear har- counties to fall turkey hunting hunting opportunities. monthly meeting on July 9 at tags would be valid during deer and turkey within the vest opportunities. During fall turkey season, the Pierre Ramkota. The meet- the antlerless deer extension Blood Run Nature Area * Season dates Oct. 1-Jan. 31 In regard to white-tailed archers will be given an op- ing will begin at 9 a.m., with the beginning the Saturday after Changes proposed for the deer hunting, the TWRC ap- Changes proposed for the portunity to harvest the full public hearing at 10 a.m. CDT. Christmas and running for nine August Management Take of proved the TWRA’s proposal to Archery Antelope Season in- county bag limit in the counties consecutive days Canada Geese include: increase the antlerless archery clude: that are open. The fall turkey * Eliminate antlerless deer season bag limit in Unit B to South Dakota * Eliminate the two-tag * Expand the hunting area counties will be expanded to hunting during the Antelope four deer per season. Also, now Hunting Seasons license valid for one “any an- to include Brown, Hutchinson, include Cumberland, Grundy, Rifle Season those counties that are included Proposed telope” and one “doe/fawn Spink, and Turner counties Hamilton, Madison, Putnam, Changes proposed for the in Unit B will be allowed the - The South Dakota Game, antelope” More information and high- Sequatchie, and Van Buren Black Hills Deer Season in- entire 14-day muzzleloader sea- Fish and Parks Commission has * Include those portions of lights from the May GFP Commis- counties as well as increase bag clude: son to harvest a bag limit of one proposed changes in several Custer and Pennington coun- sion meeting are available online. limits in many East Tennessee 84 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 85 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com counties. Fall turkey bag limits fowl area. Located on Kentucky be important as the U.S. Fish Parks and Wildlife biologist through various management dove hunting. Topics will in- will be reduced in three south- Reservoir in Henry County, and Wildlife Service considers and working group chair, Sean practices such as prescribed clude time spent hunting, de- ern Middle Tennessee counties the area will be affected by un- whether to list the lesser prai- Kyle. grazing, upland wildlife habi- mographics, constraints to which are Giles, Lawrence and avoidable TVA maintenance on rie-chicken under the federal Lesser prairie-chicken num- tat management, brush man- hunting, and thoughts about Wayne. the dewatering pumps. Endangered Species Act. bers have been largely increas- agement, prescribed burning, potential effects of spent lead The statewide quail season The agency recognized The Lesser Prairie-Chicken ing in Kansas for the last 15 range planting and restoration from hunting ammunition on will be extended through the Ducks Unlimited with a proc- Interstate Working Group, years, while populations have and management of rare or de- mourning doves and other end of February. On certain lamation on the occasion of the composed of biologists from declined in parts of the south- clining habitats. The program wildlife. The survey is a co- Wildlife Management Areas organization’s 75th anniversa- Texas Parks and Wildlife De- ern portion of the range. Some also provides assurances to operative effort by the state (WMAs), the dates could vary. ry. DU’s state chairman, Larry partment and the other state biologists believe this north- landowners that, beyond what fish and wildlife agencies, all is detailed in the CCAA agree- four flyway councils, and the A raccoon hunting season Richardson, accepted on behalf fish and wildlife agencies of ward expansion may represent ment, they will not be required U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from Jan. 1-31 was approved of the organization. A long-time New Mexico, Oklahoma, Kan- a shift in the population of the to meet any new regulations (Service). for the Tellico and Ocoee bear partner of the TWRA, Ducks sas and Colorado, collaborated species caused by climatic con- if the bird is listed under the reserves. There will be a limit Unlimited is now the world’s with federal agencies and West ditions associated with chang- “We are conducting this Endangered Species Act. of two dogs per vehicle. For largest private waterfowl and Ecosystems, Inc. of Laramie, ing precipitation patterns. survey because hunter opinions falconry, an additional month wetlands conservation organi- WY in this first effort to conduct The lesser prairie-chicken Texas agriculture producers and preferences are important was added for falconers to ac- zation. a large-scale, helicopter-based has been considered a candi- may sign up to manage and and should be taken into ac- quire birds The TWRC will next con- survey to locate lesser prairie- date under the Endangered restore high-priority habitats count whenever possible,” says chicken leks across the High for the lesser prairie chicken Dr. Ken Richkus of the Service’s In other agenda items at the vene for its June 14-15 meeting Species Act since 1998, and U.S. Plains region in all five states. within the eligible Texas coun- Population and Habitat Assess- May meeting, landowners with which will also be held at the Fish and Wildlife Service has ties, including: Ochiltree, Lip- ment Branch. “The Service and larger acreages (properties in TWRA Region II Ray Bell Build- Leks, which are also re- indicated it will release a pro- scomb, Roberts, Hemphill, the states want to make sure excess of 1,000 acres), who re- ing in Nashville. ferred to as booming grounds, posed rule on the status of the Gray, Wheeler, Donley, Collin- we use the best science-based ceive a wild hog exemption can are sites that the birds come to bird for public comment this gsworth, Deaf Smith, Parmer, information for the manage- now provide additional signees every spring for breeding. The fall. Information from surveys Bailey, Lamb, Cochran, Hock- ment and conservation of our to help with their wild hog Texas surveys encompassed more will be used as a baseline by the ley, Yoakum, Terry, Andrews, migratory bird resources.” control efforts. Up to one ad- First Range-Wide than 300,000 square miles and state fish and wildlife agencies Gaines and Oldham. ditional person will be allowed Lesser Prairie- the results will be used to pro- to monitor trends in prairie- There are more than 1 mil- for every 100 acres over 1,000. Chicken Aerial duce the first ever statistically chicken populations and to Landowners can get details lion dove hunters national- valid, five-state estimate of the target conservation programs regarding the lesser prairie- ly, with seasons in 40 states. A wild hog control season Survey Concluded number of leks and the total in partnership with private chicken CCAA by contacting “We’re surveying dove hunters (with dogs) was added on Ca- Results Could Affect En- population of birds later this landowners, oil and gas indus- TPWD Biologist Jeff Bonner in every state that has a dove toosa and Skinner Mountain dangered Listing Consideration summer. tries, wind energy, and electric at 806-665-3494 or Manuel De- season so they can give us their WMAs. The first range-wide aerial “These surveys will be the utilities. Leon at the U.S. Department opinions on a variety of topics,” A rule amendment changes survey to assess lesser prairie- basis of a range-wide manage- To help restore habitat for of Agriculture Zone office in Richkus says. “This approach the resident commercial fishing chicken populations across por- ment plan for lesser prairie- the bird, state and federal ex- Lubbock at (806) 791-0581. will give us an excellent pic- helper license to a commercial tions of five states this spring chickens that is in development perts developed a tool called Or visit the NRCS website at ture of mourning dove hunter fishing helper license, which detected several previously un- by the five states in collabo- Candidate Conservation Agree- http://www.tx.nrcs.usda.gov/ thoughts and needs by state, would include both residents known breeding areas, known ration with the Western As- ment with Assurances (CCAA) programs. region, and nationwide.” and non-residents. The non- as leks, despite severe drought sociation of Fish and Wildlife to work with private land- The National Dove Hunter resident commercial fishing across the region last year. Sur- Agencies Grassland Initiative. owners and managers in the Survey is scheduled to begin in helper license, as a result, is National Survey vey teams also detected leks The plan is expected to be com- geographic range of the lesser late June 2012, and will be com- now deleted in its entirety. to Explore Dove in Kansas beyond what was pleted by next March, and may prairie-chicken. This voluntary pleted by the end of the year. The commission passed a thought to be the northern ex- Hunter Opinions help avoid the need for US Fish program was designed to help “We really hope each dove rule which will give the agency tent of the bird’s historic range. An upcoming survey will and Wildlife Service to desig- reverse the current declining hunter who receives a survey leeway to work with those per- ask dove hunters from across Although complete results nate the lesser prairie-chicken trend in lesser prairie chicken takes the time to complete and sons who have permanent duck the U.S. to share their expe- won’t be tallied until later this as a federally threatened or en- numbers by promoting habitat return it in the postage-paid blinds in the West Sandy water- riences and opinions about summer, the survey data could dangered species,” said Texas conservation and restoration envelope provided,” Richkus 86 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 87 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com added. “Their answers are very sites in different parts of the Wisconsin duck migration and breeding of these areas even in dry years important, and we appreciate state. The model for the project activity among mallards and provides the setting for good Breeding their efforts to tell us what they was developed in cooperation Utah Canada geese. However, in duck responses when the rain- think.” with the National Bobwhite Apply for grouse, waterfowl April a return of cold tempera- fall increases during wet years. TPWD Outlines Conservation Initiative and the sandhill crane numbers “about tures stalled the breeding activ- Annual surveys lead to sea- Course of Action Oaks and Prairies Joint Venture hunts average” in an ity of blue-winged teal and the son structure and is a component of TPWD migration of other duck species for Quail Applications must be re- unusual spring Three primary sources of in- Wildlife Division’s Upland through Wisconsin. As a result, ceived by July 3, 2012 Early spring creates stag- formation on annual waterfowl State wildlife officials are Game Bird Strategic Plan. the spring waterfowl survey taking a “boots on the ground” If you want to hunt sandhill gered duck breeding and mi- breeding conditions are used “These efforts will allow was initiated earlier than nor- approach to bobwhite quail cranes, sage grouse or sharp- gration schedule to determine the fall hunting us to test the hypotheses that mal on April 23 in order to management in Texas as part tailed grouse in Utah this fall, MADISON – The spring season structure for Wisconsin, given enough usable habitat, have the best count of breeding of a strategic action plan that you need to get your permit 2012 waterfowl breeding pic- according to Van Horn. we can sustain viable popula- mallards; blue-winged teal that involves hunters, landowners application in soon. ture was marked by an early “We’ve completed the an- tions of quail over boom and were still in migration through and science. The plan focuses Applications to hunt sand- spring, unusual weather, and nual Wisconsin Breeding Wa- bust cycles,” Perez said. “His- the state were counted. on habitat management and hill cranes in Utah this fall must dry conditions, which state terfowl Survey, which is very torically, our wildlife biologists Wisconsin had a dry, mild does not include changes in be received no later than July 3. wildlife officials say, created a important since a large propor- have worked with landowners winter and entered a March harvest regulations. challenge to survey breeding tion of the ducks harvested in to develop management plans To be included in the draw where temperatures were 14 to ducks in 2012. Despite that Wisconsin are raised in Wiscon- Because regulations will not for quail, but we’ve never at- for permits, your application 16 degrees above normal. Win- difficulty they say breeding sin,” Van Horn said. “The full compensate for losses in quail tempted to quantify those ef- must be received through wild- ter precipitation was 25 percent waterfowl numbers appear to version of the report is available habitat, the Texas Parks and forts at a larger scale.” life.utah.gov no later than 11 below normal which provided Wildlife Department is making p.m. on July 3. be “about average.” on the waterfowl page of the During the upcoming hunt- fewer temporary and seasonal no changes to the quail hunting “Overall, wetland numbers DNR website, under the Man- ing season, Texas Parks and You can also apply over-the- wetlands when ducks arrived season for 2012-13. The season this spring were down but agement Information tab.” Wildlife Department biologists phone by calling the nearest in Wisconsin this spring. How- will open Oct. 27 and close Feb. in Wisconsin our abundant A cooperative survey of will also be looking to hunters DWR office no later than 5 p.m. ever, rain did come in some 24, 2013 with a daily bag limit of permanent water contained Canada geese, the Mississip- to help collect and report data on July 3. northern and central state areas 15, possession limit of 45. in 15,000 lakes reduces the im- pi Valley Population (MVP) that can be used to more accu- If you’re not going to hunt and the spring (March- May) pact of dry conditions on the Breeding Survey, organized by “Hunting is a tool to regu- rately monitor quail harvest. grouse or cranes this year, you rainfall was 15 percent above ducks,” said Kent Van Horn, the Ontario Ministry of Natural late harvest of quail, but not Currently, TPWD relies on can still apply for a preference normal statewide, which filled Department of Natural Re- Resources has also been com- a tool that could impact quail information gathered through point. Hunters with preference seasonal wetlands in some sources migratory waterfowl pleted. recovery at a landscape lev- its annual Small Game Harvest points have the best chance at regions. biologist. “Some areas have el,” said Robert Perez, TPWD Survey of hunters to determine obtaining a permit in 2013. Variation from year to year The final piece is the U.S. good wetland conditions while Upland Game Bird Program bobwhite quail harvest, which in wetland conditions and Fish and Wildlife Service breed- If you apply for a permit, other areas are still very dry. But Leader. “Hunting didn’t create does not include daily harvest breeding ducks is part of the ing waterfowl survey for the you’ll know by July 19 whether despite those dry conditions this problem.” by county. natural cycle in the world of northern United States, Canada you drew one. across important duck breeding The long term trend in de- wetland wildlife. Wetlands and Alaska. That information is By issuing a harvest score- For more information, call areas in Wisconsin, this spring, clining bobwhite populations need dry periods to maintain expected in the next few weeks card to a random group of quail the nearest Division of Wildlife the total breeding duck num- have also impacted more than long-term productivity and and will form the framework hunters prior to the season, and Resources office or the DWR’s bers in Wisconsin appear to be two dozen other grassland bird ducks are able to adapt to for the 2012 fall hunting sea- using methodology similar to Salt Lake City office at 801-538- near the average of the last 10 species that are not hunted. Bi- changing wetland conditions sons. Only preliminary wetland that developed for tracking 4700. years. 2012 should provide fair ologists recognize the primary among years and across the data is available at this time. migratory game bird harvest, to good duck production across cause for these declines is loss continent. Conservation dollars Ducks TPWD hopes to get a more Wisconsin. Summer rains will of usable habitat. and efforts of waterfowl hunt- accurate accounting of wild be particularly important this Waterfowl breeding areas in ers over the decades have pro- During the next four years, bobwhite harvest. year to maintain brood rearing parkland and prairie Canada tected and managed wetland TPWD will implement and bird harvest, TPWD hopes habitat.” for spring 2012 were drastically monitor quail management and upland habitats important different from the widespread to get a more accurate account- Wisconsin’s warm weather strategies at three “focus area” to breeding ducks. Protection excellent conditions in 2011. ing of wild bobwhite harvest. in March triggered an early 88 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 89 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Most areas were in fair to good ducks, green-winged teal, and temperatures returned in April. Van Horn said. estimate, which includes non- Manitoba, Ontario, and Sas- condition with only a small blue-winged teal. Van Horn The 2012 teal numbers likely One population, called breeding birds, is up slightly katchewan will meet later this area in southeast Saskatchewan notes that many of the ducks include a higher than normal resident giant Canada geese, from 2011 at 402,844. Spring summer to analyze survey data rated as excellent. Spring habi- harvested in Wisconsin come proportion of migrating teal nests in Wisconsin. The 2012 phenology and habitat suggest and make recommendation tat conditions for the Dakotas from birds that breed in Wis- which were passing through Wisconsin breeding Canada that Canada goose production to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife and Minnesota were also drier consin, in contrast to other Wisconsin to more northern goose population estimate of in northern Ontario should be Service on waterfowl hunting than the wet conditions of last states in the flyway, which rely breeding areas. 145,386 is down 17 percent from about average. regulations before the federal year. In North Dakota, the 2012 more heavily on birds raised in While blue-winged teal 2011 and is 62 percent above Overall, 2012 appears to be a agency establishes a framework wetland count was 57 percent the prairies or boreal forests of populations have recently been the long-term (25 year) aver- generally average year for duck under which states and prov- below 2011 and 6 percent below Canada. at some of the highest continen- age. The 2012 data on resident and Canada goose populations, inces can set waterfowl hunting the long term mean. The 2012 total mallard pop- tal population levels in more breeding Canada geese, how- Van Horn says. However, this seasons. However, following the ex- ulation estimate of 196,950 is than 50 years of surveys, their ever, should be interpreted with is one of the most difficult Following the flyway coun- cellent duck production of 2012 similar to the 2011 estimate of breeding population in Wiscon- caution because we know they years to interpret the survey cil meeting and after the US- there were still abundant ducks 187,862 mallards and 8 percent sin is much lower than during were well into their nesting pe- results because of the unusual FWS sets a season framework, on the landscape. The 2012 total above the long-term average the early 1970s. A continued riod by the time of the survey weather conditions this spring. public hearings on Wisconsin’s breeding duck estimate of 4.8 (39 year). Mallards contribute commitment to grassland con- which may have reduced their Of course, each hunter’s water- proposed waterfowl seasons million for North Dakota was to nearly 40 percent of the state servation which is important detectability. The early and fowl hunting success in the fall will be held in late July and 16 percent higher than 2011 and duck harvest in Wisconsin. for blue-winged teal nesting warm spring generally results depends more on their scout- early August. The final Wiscon- 112 percent above the long term Overall the breeding popula- habitat is important to the in better Canada goose produc- ing and fall water and weather sin seasons will be set by the mean. Minnesota had a very tion of mallards in Wisconsin future of blue-winged teal in tion and field reports indicate conditions than it does on the state Natural Resource Board dry early spring and survey has leveled off near 200,000 in Wisconsin. Based on the 2012 that goose broods are 1-2 weeks spring breeding numbers. at its Aug. 8 meeting in Ger- numbers showed a 37 percent recent years depending on an- wetland habitat conditions older than normal at this time of Final continental numbers mantown. decrease in wetland numbers nual wetland conditions. For and estimated breeding popu- year and survival looks good. will not be available from the “As we do each year, the from 2011, but spring rains fol- 2012 hunters should expect lation we expect fair to good By federal rule, the Early U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service public will have opportunities lowing the survey filled many average production and fall blue-winged teal production September Canada goose sea- until mid-July. Once these data to provide input on water- wetlands and created flooding mallard numbers. this year but it will depend on son harvest must remain more are available, Wisconsin DNR fowl hunting season during in some areas. The Minnesota The second most abundant June-July rainfall to continue than 90 percent giant Canada staff will meet with other state, our meetings and hearings,” total duck estimate of 479,000 duck in the fall harvest is the to provide adequate brood geese that nest in Wisconsin or federal and provincial agen- said Van Horn. “These public was 32 percent lower than 2011 wood duck and breeding wood habitat. adjacent states. The season is cies at the Mississippi Flyway meetings are also a great op- and 33 percent below the state’s duck populations continue to Canada geese scheduled early to target this Council meeting at the end of portunity to hear the latest on long term mean provide an encouraging out- “We expect good Canada population. July. After this series of meet- waterfowl management and In Wisconsin, despite over- look for ducks in Wisconsin. In goose hunting opportunities The second Canada goose ings, state biologists will have a population status. We’ll take all dry conditions in late April 2012, the population estimate this fall, particularly for the population is the Mississippi clearer picture of how the popu- the public input to the Natural and early May and challenges for wood ducks of 106,626 is Early September Canada goose Valley Population, which is lation data will impact the 2012 Resources Board along with a related to survey timing, the 36 percent above the long-term season (September 1-15 with a made up of slightly smaller waterfowl hunting regulations. season structure proposal for total estimated breeding ducks average. 5 bird daily bag limit),” says birds that nest along the coast The Mississippi Flyway approval.” were similar to last year and the The 2012 blue-winged teal Van Horn. of Hudson Bay in northern Council DNR’s proposed waterfowl average for the last 10 years. breeding population estimate “There are two different Ontario and migrate through The Mississippi Flyway seasons will be available at the The total breeding duck popu- of 105,791 is near the long term populations of Canada geese Wisconsin and other Midwest- Council, which is made up of end of July. They will be avail- lation estimate for 2012 was average for breeding blue- that represent most of the geese ern states. The 2012 breeding waterfowl specialists and wild- able by searching for water- 521,079, which was similar to winged teal in Wisconsin. How- in Wisconsin during the regular population estimate is 268,891 life directors from the states of fowl on the DNR website. The the 2011 estimate of 513,746 and ever, the 2012 blue-winged teal fall hunting season. The aver- is similar to the 2011 estimate Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, public can send comments on the average of the last 10 years estimates should be interpreted age over the last several years of 269,840. This would suggest Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Loui- the proposal to the Assistant at 545,240. with caution since the teal ar- has shown the hunting harvest that the MVP breeding popula- siana, Michigan, Minnesota, Migratory Game Bird Ecologist The four most abundant rived early in March but then split roughly 50:50 between tion remains about 25 percent Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, before midnight on Thursday, ducks in Wisconsin’s fall hunt- their migration and breeding these two populations during below the long term average. Tennessee, and Wisconsin and August 2. ing harvest are mallards, wood activity stalled when cooler the regular hunting seasons,” The total MVP population the Canadian provinces of Comments on the seasons 90 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 91 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com should be sent to James Christo- Wisconsin in 2012, and condi- normal or above for tempera- Headquarters. This regula- son; all 55 counties open from poulos, DNR Bureau of Wildlife Ruffed grouse tions for the survey were rated tures and have a bit of dry tions summary is also available December 3 - 31, 2012. The daily Management, PO Box 7921, numbers entering ‘excellent’ on 60 percent of the weather, we should have a online at the Division of Natu- bag limit is one (1) bear and Madison, WI 53707-7921 or by downside of routes. This was about the same pretty good brood year. I would ral Resources’ website: www. season limit is two (2) bears, email to: james.christopoulos@ as last year’s 62 percent and expect that hunters will see a wvdnr.gov. provided at least one (1) bear population cycle wisconsin.gov above the long-term average,” decline in the number of birds Sportsmen and women are comes from Boone, Fayette, The following meetings on Ruffed grouse populations Dhuey said. they see afield this fall, but ar- encouraged to carefully review Kanawha, Logan, McDowell, the status of waterfowl popu- in Wisconsin appear to be enter- The number of drums heard eas of good cover should still these regulations, as there will Mingo, Raleigh or Wyoming lations and possible season ing a downswing, according to per stop was down 25 percent hold birds. In years with low be several significant changes counties. structures will be held: a recently completed roadside in 2012 from the previous year. grouse numbers, hunters who in place this fall during the * The fall wild turkey hunt- ruffed grouse survey. find success are generally those Pre-Flyway Meeting Both of the primary regions hunting and trapping seasons. ing season will be expanded Ruffed grouse populations for grouse in the state, the cen- willing to explore new coverts, These include the following: this this year with 15 counties * Friday July 13, Horicon as grouse will tend to occupy are known to boom and bust tral and northern forest areas, * The statewide archery deer open from October 13 - 20, – 7 p.m. at the Horicon Marsh only the best habitat avail- over a nine- to 11-year cycle, showed declines of 21 and 26 season will open on September 2012; seven (7) counties open International Education Center, able and may not be found in according to Brian Dhuey, percent respectively. The only 29, 2012, and run through De- from October 13 - 20, 2012 and N7725 Hwy 28, Horicon the same areas where hunters wildlife surveys coordinator area to show an increase was cember 31, 2012. October 29 - November 3; 14 Post-Flyway Meetings for the Department of Natu- the southeast, where grouse found them in recent years,” counties open from October * The statewide archery bear * Saturday July 28, Roths- ral Resources. The index that exist in only isolated areas of he said. 13 - 20, 2012 and October 29 - season will open earlier this child - Public Meeting at 1 p.m. Wisconsin uses to track ruffed suitable young forest habitat For more information search November 17, 2012. year and be a split season that at the Holiday Inn, 1000 Impe- grouse decreased 25 percent and are not common. for ruffed grouse hunting on includes the following days: * Beginning on January 1, rial Ave. There will be a Con- between 2011 and 2012. the DNR website. The number of routes that September 29 - November 17, 2013, the new Apprentice Hunt- servation Congress migratory “While this is a bit of bad showed a decline in the num- FOR MORE INFORMA- 2012, and December 3 - 31, 2012. ing and Trapping Licenses for committee meeting at 9 a.m. at news for grouse hunters, it ber of drums heard outpaced TION CONTACT: Brian Dhuey West Virginia residents (Class * Ten counties or portions the same location. should not be too big of a those that showed an increase - 608-221-6342) or Scott Walter AH or AHJ) and non-residents thereof will have special antler- Public Hearing Locations surprise,” Dhuey said. “We by better than 2:1 margin. Re- - 608-267-7861 (Class AAH or AAHJ) will be less deer regulations in place were overdue for the expected sults from the survey matched available to those individuals * Monday July 30, La Crosse this fall. Within these 10 coun- downturn.” declines seen on two research who have never had a valid – 7 p.m. at the State Office Bldg, ties, archery deer hunters will areas, with the Sandhill Wild- West Virginia base hunting/trapping license. Rooms B-19 and B-20, 3550 A roadside survey to moni- be required to take an antlerless life Area showing a decline of 2012-2013 West Prior completion of a hunter Mormon Coulee Road . tor the number of breeding deer during the archery deer 11 percent and the Stone Lake safety training course will not * Tuesday July 31, Spooner grouse has been conducted by Virginia Hunting season prior to harvesting a Experimental Area showing a be required to purchase an – 7 p.m. at the Spooner High staff from the DNR and U.S. and Trapping second antlered deer during decline of 18 percent. Complete Apprentice Hunting and Trap- School choir room, 801 County Forest Service, tribal employ- Regulations the archery deer season. In ad- survey results can be found on ping License; however, holders Highway A. ees, and numerous grouse en- dition, buck firearms season the DNR website (search Wild- Summary of one of these licenses must thusiasts and volunteers since hunters will be required to take * Wednesday August 1, life Reports). Available Hunting be accompanied and directly 1964. Surveyors begin 30 min- an antlerless deer during the Appleton – 7 p.m. at the Agri- Season Changes supervised by a licensed adult utes before sun rise and drive “This drop in breeding antlerless firearms season prior cultural Services Center, Main hunter. The Apprentice Hunt- along established routes, mak- grouse was not unexpected, as Highlighted to harvesting a second antlered conference room, 3369 West ing and Trapping licenses can ing 10 stops at assigned points grouse populations tend to be SOUTH CHARLESTON, deer during the buck firearms Brewster St. only be purchased online at and listening for four minutes at their peak in years ending in W.Va. – The 2012-2013 West season. * Thursday August 2, for the distinctive “thump, a 9 or 0 in Wisconsin. Last year Virginia Hunting and Trap- Division of Natural Resources’ * Black bear firearms hunt- Pewaukee - 7 p.m. at the Wild- thump, thump” drumming we had an increase in grouse ping Regulations Summary goWILD! website: www.wv- ing seasons will include nine wood Lodge (formerly Com- sounds made by male grouse. and were probably at the cyclic brochure is now available at hunt.com. counties open from September fort Suites Lake Country), N14 Results from this survey have peak, a decline was inevitable,” all West Virginia hunting and * The Senior Hunting/Trap- 24 - 26, 2012; 12 counties open W24121 Tower Place. helped DNR biologists monitor Dhuey said. fishing license agents, Division ping/Fishing License (Class from September 24 - 29, 2012; FOR MORE INFORMA- the cyclic population dynamics of Natural Resources district XS), which was available begin- “Early weather conditions eight counties open from No- TION CONTACT: Kent Van of ruffed grouse in the state. offices, the Elkins Operation ning January 1, 2012, is required are excellent for nesting and vember 19 - December 1, 2012 Horn - (608) 266-8841 Center and South Charleston for resident hunters and anglers “Spring arrived early in brood rearing, if we can stay during the buck firearms sea- 92 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 93 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr August/September 2012 Now in our Twentieth year www.Bdarn.com August/September 2012 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com who reach the age of 65 on or Public comments will be States, south-central and north- * The combined lesser and after January 1, 2012. Seniors taken prior to lunch and prior ern Canada, and Alaska (the The annual Survey guides greater scaup abundance es- holding a valid Class XS license to conclusion of the meeting. traditional survey area) include the Service’s waterfowl conser- timate was 5.2 million, which may participate in the Special the following population esti- vation programs under author- The Wyoming Game and was 21 percent above the 2011 Split Youth, Class Q/QQ and mates: ity of the 1918 Migratory Bird Fish Department supports the estimate and 4 percent above Class XS antlerless deer season Treaty Act. The Service works Americans with Disabilities * Mallard abundance is 10.6 the long-term average. which will be held on October Act. Every effort will be made million – a 15 percent increase in partnership with state biolo- In the eastern survey area 20, 2012 and December 26 - 27, for reasonable accommoda- over 2011 and a 39 percent in- gists from the four flyways – the (northeastern United States and 2012. tions. -WGFD- crease over the long-term aver- Atlantic, Mississippi, Central eastern Canada), the estimated * It is legal to hunt between age of 7.6 million. and Pacific – to establish regula- abundance for American black one-half hour after sunset and tory frameworks for waterfowl * Gadwall abundance is 10 duck, green-winged teal, and one-half hour before sunrise US Fish & hunting season lengths, dates, percent above the 2011 esti- merganser populations showed with a .22 caliber centerfire and bag limits, derived in part Wildlife mate, and 96 percent above the an increase from 2011 estimates firearm or smaller or a shotgun from the data gathered through 2012 Trends Report long-term average. in this area. The survey showed using #2 shot or smaller. this annual survey. * American wigeon abun- declines in abundance for mal- Indicates High The entire “Trends in Duck * Any color artificial light dance increased 3 percent from lards, goldeneyes, and ring- Duck Breeding Breeding Populations, 1955- is legal for hunting coyote at 2011, but remains 17 percent necked ducks. night from January 1 - July 31, Population 2012” report can be down- below the long-term average. Habitat conditions observed 2013, and for fox from January Numbers loaded from the Service’s Web * Abundance of green- across the survey areas during 1, 2013 - February 28, 2013. Although breeding habi- site at http://www.fws.gov/ winged teal and blue-winged the 2012 Waterfowl Breeding tat conditions have declined migratorybirds teal were 3.5 million and 9.2 Population and Habitat Survey Wyoming from previous years, the 2012 million, which were 20 percent were characterized by average Sage Grouse “Trends in Duck Breeding and 3 percent above their 2011 to below-average moisture, Implementation Populations” report estimates numbers. Both species continue especially in the southern por- Team to Meet in waterfowl production in North to remain well above their long- tions; due primarily to a mild America’s duck factory is at a Cheyenne term averages by 74 percent winter and an early spring. record high. This year’s report Gov. Mead’s Sage Grouse and 94 percent, respectively. estimate of 48.6 million is sig- The 2012 Survey’s estimate Implementation Team will be * Abundance for northern of ponds for the north-central meeting in Cheyenne at WGFD nificantly higher than the 45.6 million birds estimated last shovelers is 5.0 million, which U.S. was 1.7 million, which was Headquarters, July 10 from 8:30 is 8 percent above 2011, and 111 49 percent below the 2011 esti- a.m.- 4:00 p.m. year and 43 percent above the long-term average. percent above their long-term mate of 3.2 million, and simi- Agenda items include the average. lar to the long-term average. This annual report sum- status of core area leasing and Significant decreases in wet- marizes information about the * Northern pintails are at development including the land numbers and conditions status of duck populations and 3.5 million which is 22 percent composition of leases within occurred in the U.S. Prairies wetland habitats collected by below the 2011 estimate and 14 the core area and wildlife effects during 2012. Nearly all of the wildlife biologists from the U.S. percent below the long-term in core areas. north-central U.S. habitat was Fish and Wildlife and Canadian average. Also on the agenda are miti- rated as good to excellent in Wildlife Service for the Water- * Redhead abundance was gation opportunities in core ar- 2011; however, only the habitat fowl Breeding Population and unchanged from last year but eas, DEQ efforts in reclamation, in the coteau region of North Habitat Survey (Survey). The 89 percent above the long-term grazing, and fencing recom- and South Dakota was rated as Survey samples more than two average. mendations on federal lands, good in 2012, and no areas were million square miles of water- and limited mine operations. A * Canvasback abundance rated as excellent habitat this fowl habitat across the United complete agenda can be found was 0.8 million, which was 10 year. Drastic wetland declines States and Canada. on the Game and Fish website: percent above last year’s esti- in western South Dakota and wgfd.wyo.gov. 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