What we are hearing from Hunters about CWD & EHD

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.

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Mainstream Media Discovers What Hunters Already Knew

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.

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

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.

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Louisiana: Defending Hunting Heritage Through Policy and Persistence

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.

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

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.

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Hunter Nation Applauds Passage of the Pet and Livestock Protection Act of 2025

Hunter Nation is celebrating a major legislative victory following U.S. House passage of the Pet and Livestock Protection Act of 2025 (H.R. 845). The bill restores state authority over gray wolf management by removing the species from the Endangered Species Act and reinstating the 2020 delisting rule. Championed by lawmakers and supported by years of Hunter Nation advocacy, the legislation emphasizes science-based wildlife management and protection for rural communities, livestock, and ecosystems. Backed by strong grassroots mobilization and expert testimony, this milestone marks significant progress for hunters and conservationists as the bill advances to the U.S. Senate.

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A Legislative Victory for American Hunters: The Pet and Livestock Protection Act of 2025 Passes Congress

Hunter Nation is proud to celebrate a landmark victory for American hunters with the passage of the Pet and Livestock Protection Act of 2025 (H.R. 845). This historic legislation restores science-based wildlife management by delisting the recovered gray wolf and returning authority to the states—where it belongs. Championed by Congressman Tom Tiffany and Congresswoman Lauren Boebert, the bill is the result of years of relentless advocacy, expert testimony, and nationwide grassroots mobilization led by Hunter Nation. It represents a decisive stand for hunters, ranchers, and rural communities, proving that when sportsmen unite, policy can be changed and conservation can prevail.

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Wisconsin State Updates & News December 2025

December Wisconsin State Updates & News The nine-day gun season concluded November 30th and harvest numbers once again in the Northern Forest region decreased by over 16% according to the Wisconsin DNR. Overall, the preliminary numbers show a decrease from 2024 as well, but the season is still open. There are several reasons attributed to…

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Announcing Our HN Arizona Advisor Committee

Hunter Nation Arizona is proud to announce the formation of its founding Advisor Committee, a diverse group of leaders united by a shared commitment to protecting Arizona’s hunting heritage. Rooted in faith, stewardship, family, and responsibility, this committee brings together hunters, entrepreneurs, conservationists, veterans, and community builders who understand what’s truly at stake. From preserving access and defending the hunting lifestyle to activating and uniting hunters across the state, these advisors will help guide Hunter Nation Arizona into its next chapter. This is about more than hunting,it’s about people, values, and passing a way of life on to future generations.

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