Posted March 6, 2017 9:11 pm by Comments

By Ammoland Editor Joe Evans

Secretary Ryan Zinke signing Secretarial Orders for sportsmen and women on day one (Source: Department of the Interior)
Secretary Ryan Zinke signing Secretarial Orders for sportsmen and women on day one (Source: Department of the Interior)
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DALLAS, Texas -(Ammoland.com)- A representative for DSC was on hand as Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke signed orders to expand access to public lands and overturn the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (Service) ban on lead ammunition and fishing tackle on Service lands.

The DSC representative joined others from the outdoor sector in celebrating the advance in conservation, public access and wildlife stewardship.

“Outdoor recreation is about both our heritage and our economy. Between hunting, fishing, motorized recreation, camping and more, the industry generates thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in economic activity,” said Zinke. “Over the past eight years however, hunting, and recreation enthusiasts have seen trails closed and dramatic decreases in access to public lands across the board. It worries me to think about hunting and fishing becoming activities for the land-owning elite. This package of secretarial orders will expand access for outdoor enthusiasts and also make sure the community’s voice is heard.”

Secretarial Order 3347 advances conservation stewardship, improves game and habitat management, and increases outdoor recreation opportunities by directing bureaus and …Read the Rest

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