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Councilman-at-large

jim akenson

It is a good feeling to be the PBS Councilmen-At-Large (C.A.L.).  I say this not just because I’m beyond the demands of direct Council service – and presidency, but because this Council has great vision and energy, and are just plain fun to stay connected with!  One of my main interests, and shared accomplishments while on Council, has been the development of the Regional Program.  I really think that this initiative to pull members together to hunt, shoot bows, camp, and cook will further unite, and grow, our membership.  My “day job” is as the Conservation Director for the Oregon Hunters Association.  I battle to protect hunting seasons and opportunities, and to promote wise management of all “huntable” game species in Oregon.   PBS actions have similar potential through the Regional Program by maintaining a state by state “political awareness” on issues that affect bowhunting (see the PBS Magazine for more program activities).  There’s still plenty of growth potential in this area and I will work on this as the PBS C.A.L.  On a personal note, I still pursue mule deer and elk in remote places using our mule packstring, and indulge in New Zealand bowhunts whenever possible.  I don’t seem to shoot as much game as in the old days, but being a mentor to a nephew and some younger friends keeps my bowhunting plans – active and alive!  ​
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • PBS Council
    • History
  • Contact Us
    • Change of Address
  • Odd Year Gatherings 2023
  • Biennial Gatherings
    • 2024 Lexington, KY
    • 2022 Reno, NV
    • 2020 Gathering in Springfield, MO >
      • 2020 Photo Album
      • 2020 Gathering Videos
    • 2018 Gathering in Madison, WI
  • Regional
    • Which Region Am I In?
    • Appalachian
    • Great Lakes
    • International
    • Great Plains Central
    • Northeast
    • Pacific
    • Rocky Mountain
    • Southeast
    • South Central
  • Member Hunts 2023
  • PBS Magazine
  • Join PBS
  • #IAMTHEPBS
  • Qualified Regular Member
  • Political Action
  • Shop PBS Gear
  • PBS Forum
  • Podcasts
  • Youtube Channel
  • Membership Directory
  • Gene Wensel Auction
  • Virtual Clout Tournament
  • Virtual Bowfishing Tournament
  • PBS Survival Challenge
  • VIRTUAL RABBIT HUNT