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Demented social club : Over 100 charges filed in probe of Northwest wildlife poaching ring

AN EXCERPT FROM THE SEATTLE TIMES:

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"Members of the loose network often filmed or photographed their hunts, capturing gruesome scenes, including some in Washington that showed hunting dogs gnawing on dead or wounded bears. In some hunts, the alleged poachers left their prey to waste, collecting little meat or hide, investigators said."

"THE SOUNDS OF SILENCE" BY DOUG BORLAND


​CLICK HERE to read why  in order for hunting to survive, we have to be pro-active, presenting an image of hunting, (at least how we practice it), that is open, honest, and defensible

tennessee fish and wildlife commission considering legalizing airbows during archery season

UPDATE:  THE COUNCIL MADE THEIR DECISION AND LEGALIZED THE AIRBOW FOR HANDICAP PERSONS WITH A QUALIFIED PERMIT

an excerpt from news channel 9's report:

"​There are other changes which are likely to be discussed at this week's meeting including. . .The legalization of "airbows" during Tennessee's archery-only deer season. An airbow is a pneumatic weapon which like a crossbow but instead is powered by compressed air.
​Commissioner Bill Swan said, 'I think that's a good idea. Lewis & Clark carried an airgun with them on their travels. They killed game with it'."

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how can i get involved?

  • Email a Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commissioner to let them know your opinion on the proposal.
    • Email addresses for all the commissioners can be found by clicking here
  • ​For Tennessee residents:
    • ​Hunters are allowed to make comments in person at TFWC meetings.  Committee meetings begin at 1 pm on Thursday at the TWRA Ray Bell Region II Building of the Ellington Agriculture Center in Nashville