Florida’s 2025 Black Bear Hunt Concludes: A Triumph in Conservation and Management

By Hunter Nation | February 2, 2026 |

Florida’s first regulated black bear hunt in a decade has proven what science-based wildlife management can achieve. The 2025 season, overseen by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, delivered a carefully controlled outcome that balanced conservation, public safety, and ecosystem health. With just 52 bears harvested under strict quotas and permit limits, the hunt validated regulated hunting as an effective tool for managing overpopulation and reducing human–wildlife conflicts. The results reinforce the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation and set a strong precedent for Florida’s future bear management.

Hunter Nation Georgia Launches

By Hunter Nation | February 2, 2026 |

Hunter Nation proudly announces the launch of Hunter Nation Georgia, a new state chapter mobilizing hunters as critical legislative battles unfold in Atlanta. With more than 500,000 Georgia hunters at risk of sitting out the 2026 elections, the chapter aims to activate this powerful voice on issues impacting conservation, wildlife management, youth hunter education, and Second Amendment rights. Led by Georgia State Director Kelby Seanor, Hunter Nation Georgia is closely tracking key bills shaping the future of hunting and uniting sportsmen to defend the traditions that define the Peach State.

Introducing Hunter Nation Alabama

By Kelby Seanor | February 2, 2026 |

Hunter Nation proudly announces the launch of Hunter Nation Alabama, a new state chapter dedicated to protecting the rights, traditions, and future of Alabama’s hunters. Led by Alabama State Director Kelby Seanor, a nationally recognized clay target shooter and experienced legislative advocate, the chapter arrives at a critical moment for conservation and civic engagement. With key issues like habitat loss, Chronic Wasting Disease, public land access, and Second Amendment rights at stake, Hunter Nation Alabama is mobilizing hunters to safeguard our outdoor heritage and ensure their voices are heard.

Hunter Nation Honors Governor Jeff Landry with the Great White Buffalo Award

By Hunter Nation | January 29, 2026 |

During Washington Mardi Gras week, Hunter Nation honored Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry with its highest distinction, the Great White Buffalo Award, recognizing his lifelong commitment to hunting, conservation, and America’s outdoor heritage. Reserved for leaders who demonstrate sustained action and earned trust within the hunting community, the award reflects Governor Landry’s deep roots as a lifelong hunter and his stewardship of Louisiana’s renowned sporting traditions. His leadership reinforces the vital role hunters play as conservation partners, protecting wildlife, habitat, and the values that define the American outdoor way of life.

Hunter Nation Applauds Legislation to Register Pennsylvania’s Hunters to Vote

By Hunter Nation | January 29, 2026 |

Hunter Nation Applauds Legislation to Register Pennsylvania’s Hunters to Vote FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hunter Nation Applauds Legislation to Register Pennsylvania’s Hunters to Vote January 29, 2026 HARRISBURG, PA – The Pennsylvania chapter of Hunter Nation today announced its enthusiastic support for the Sportsmen Voter Registration Act, new legislation that will provide voter registration opportunities to…

What we are hearing from Hunters about CWD & EHD

By Hunter Nation | January 12, 2026 |

Chronic wasting disease is changing how deer are managed, but hunters are the ones living with its effects every season. From pulling samples to watching herd health firsthand, hunters see the difference between headline-driven fear and what’s actually happening in the woods. Many are concerned about CWD, but they are not united—nor are they walking away from the hunt. At Hunter Nation, we believe effective CWD policy starts with listening to hunters, grounding decisions in honest science, and keeping traditions alive. Hunters are ready to help manage this disease—if they’re treated as partners, not the problem.

Mainstream Media Discovers What Hunters Already Knew

By Hunter Nation | January 5, 2026 |

For decades, hunting was framed as a fading tradition, but national media coverage is shifting that narrative. Outlets like Bloomberg and The Wall Street Journal now highlight hunting as a modern response to food transparency, wildlife management, and conservation funding. Data shows participation has stabilized beyond the pandemic surge, supporting predictable conservation systems and local economies. As Americans rethink food quality, self-reliance, and stewardship, hunting is increasingly recognized not as nostalgia, but as a practical, relevant tool for healthy protein, ecological balance, and resilient communities.

Hunter Nation Takes Center Stage: On Wisconsin Outdoors Features Organization’s Impact on Elections and Wolf Management

By Hunter Nation | January 5, 2026 |

On Wisconsin Outdoors puts Hunter Nation squarely in the spotlight in its January/February 2026 issue, highlighting the organization’s proven impact on hunter voter turnout and science-based wolf management. From cover messaging to in-depth advocacy coverage featuring Wisconsin State Director Chris Vaughan, OWO details how mobilizing hunters at the ballot box has translated into real policy influence. With nearly half a million Wisconsin hunters engaged in the 2024 election, the feature underscores a simple truth: when hunters participate consistently, heritage, wildlife management, and accountability win.

Louisiana: Defending Hunting Heritage Through Policy and Persistence

By Hunter Nation | December 22, 2025 |

Louisiana hunters enter the coming year with a clear understanding: policy decisions directly impact hunting traditions across the Sportsman’s Paradise. In 2025, sportsmen stayed engaged on issues ranging from wildlife management authority to land access and firearm policy. As new challenges emerge at both the state and federal level, the year ahead will demand continued vigilance to protect conservation, access, and hunting heritage.

Pennsylvania: A Year of Policy Battles and Progress for the Keystone State’s Hunters

By Hunter Nation | December 22, 2025 |

As 2025 comes to a close, Pennsylvania hunters reflect on a year defined by critical policy debates that shape access, wildlife management, and conservation. From protecting science-based decision making at the Game Commission to defending public land access and hunting rights, this year proved that the future of hunting is decided as much in Harrisburg as it is in the field. Looking ahead, engagement remains essential.