Dept. of Interior Expands Recreational Opportunities To 30 National Wildlife Refuges

By Ammoland

WASHINGTON, D.C. – -(Ammoland.com)- This week, Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke announced a proposal that would expand hunting and fishing opportunities to 30 National Wildlife Refuges, spanning more than 248,000 acres.

Of the 30 refuges identified, 20 refuges in 19 states would be expanded or opened for migratory game bird hunting opportunities. The changes would be implemented in time for the 2018-2019 hunting seasons.

“Ensuring Americans have access to quality places to hunt and fish is vital for our sportsmen and our nation’s hunting heritage,” said Dale Hall, CEO of Ducks Unlimited. “Secretary Zinke’s proposal is one step closer to guaranteeing the next generation will have the same recreational opportunities we have today. Ducks Unlimited looks forward to working with the Department of the Interior to help identify opportunities to increase access for sportsmen and women.”

National Wildlife Refuges support a $2.4 billion recreation industry. With more than 53 million visitors a year, the refuges provide a unique opportunity to see beneficial landscapes while supporting local economies. Currently, 337 wildlife refuges and 37 wetland management districts are open to hunting in accordance with state regulations. If the proposal is finalized, 377 refuges …Read the Rest

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