SHOT Show Canceled, Wolves Delisted: Top Hunting News

Cancellation of SHOT Show sends ripples through the shooting sports industry
While the decision wasn’t unexpected, it does have a huge impact on the industry. Read more HERE and HERE.

Nonprofit to sue Trump administration over historic hunting, fishing expansion
Center for Biological Diversity filed a notice of intent to sue the Fish and Wildlife Service for expanding recreational hunting and fishing access across 147 wildlife refuges and fish hatcheries. Learn more HERE.

Thousands of hunting license refunds offered to Colorado hunters
Devastating forest fires in Colorado have charred thousands of acres of prime hunting ground. The state is taking steps to refund license fees to hunters whose plans have been impacted by wildfire. Get the details HERE.

Nebraska deer check moves online only in 2020 in light of coronavirus concerns
Because of COVID-19 concerns, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will not run check stations this firearm deer season. Instead, all deer will be checked in electronically via Telecheck. Find out more HERE.

Nebraskans may participate in Deer Exchange to donate or receive venison
This program is designed to accommodate the additional harvest of deer. It brings together hunters who have a surplus of deer with recipients willing to accept the deer meat. Get the details HERE.

Utah DWR recommending unlimited any-bull elk permits for 2021
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is recommending a few changes to the 2021 big game hunts and would like the public’s feedback on the proposals. See more HERE.

Gray wolf protections to be lifted across most of the U.S.
The government and its many conservation partners announced the successful recovery of the gray wolf and its delisting from the Endangered Species Act. Read the story HERE.

Montana grizzly bear attacks, injures hunters
Two Montana outdoorsmen shot and killed a grizzly bear after the animal attacked and injured the father and son during a hunting excursion. Read more HERE.

Gruesome deer injury baffles
Game camera video of a horribly injured buck walking by a game camera is circulating on the internet as people try to determine what caused it. See it (WARNING: VERY GRAPHIC) HERE.

A new clue in the mystery of “Bullwinkle” deer
It’s a disease that makes deer resemble the beloved cartoon character, but biologists say it’s no laughing matter. See the story HERE.