Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports

The Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports is excited to announce the speaker abstract proposal portal is now open for the 2025 National R3 Symposium! Submissions for consideration are due by Friday, January 31, 2025, at 12 p.m. (EST). To submit a proposal or learn more about the submission process, visit online at https://lnkd.in/gD-ih_TW.

Exciting news from the Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports! Scott Lavin has joined our team as our new Director of Research and Partnerships. With over 30 years of experience in conservation and award-winning R3 (Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation) initiatives, Scott brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of building impactful programs. We’re looking forward to his leadership in advancing hunting, shooting sports, and conservation efforts nationwide.

We are thrilled to announce that The Assessment Group (TAG) has received a Special Recognition Award at the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies 2024 Annual Awards Banquet! This incredible team has dedicated over 4,000 hours to advancing national efforts in recruiting, retaining, and reactivating hunters, target shooters, and outdoor enthusiasts through the creation of the R3 Practitioner’s Guide. Their hard work is paving the way for the future of outdoor recreation in the U.S. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gb5R6mbY.

Lipsey's has launched the Ruger Mark IV Limited Edition 22LR pistol, with $50 from each sale benefiting the Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports to help the advancement of competitive youth shooting sports. This exclusive firearm features classic Rosewood grips, a gold bead front sight, and a specialized “CAHSS-” serial number, blending tradition with modern enhancements. Read the press release at https://lnkd.in/gvxWETXB. For more info, visit www.lipseys.com, or to learn more about the Council, visit ww.cahss.org. #rugermarkiv #youthshootingsports #AimHigher

It’s Gun Storage Check Week—a reminder to help prevent unwanted access to your firearms. No one wants their unsecured gun to be used in an accident, a suicide or a crime. Make sure it’s secure. #gunstoragecheckweek

2024 Western Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies (WAFWA) Summer Meeting kicks off Sunday in Stevenson, WA. WAFWA represents 24 states and Canadian provinces, an area covering nearly 3.7 million square miles of some of North America’s most wild and scenic country, inhabited by over 1,500 premier wildlife species. Learn more at https://buff.ly/3LlcJLa.

It’s just 3 business days until the National R3 Symposium convenes. Will you be there? There’s still time to register to attend the largest gathering of R3 professionals. Visit https://buff.ly/3YO94cR today. #NationalR3Symposium

The National R3 Symposium is only 10 days away! Don’t miss the annual gathering of R3 professionals. Register at https://buff.ly/3YO94cR before it’s too late. #NationalR3Symposium

The Council extends special recognition to the Bronze and Supporting+ Sponsors of this year's National R3 Symposium. Their invaluable support plays a vital role in bringing together professionals dedicated to recruiting, retaining, and reactivating participants in hunting and shooting sports. Thank you for helping make this event possible! Delta Waterfowl Foundation, Federal Ammunition, Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies, The National Wild Turkey Federation, Vortex Optics, Kalkomey Enterprises, LLC and PayIt. #NationalR3Symposium

The Council proudly acknowledges Bass Pro Shops and Ducks Unlimited as this year's Silver Sponsors for the National R3 Symposium. Their generous support plays a vital role in safeguarding the future of hunting and shooting sports. #NationalR3Symposium