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Why Do Many Hunters and Target Shooters Not Join Hunting and Conservation Organizations

Posted on: September 11, 2007

Too many hunters and target shooters do not belong to sportsmen’s or conservation organizations. According to a recent poll of 1,388 sportsmen and women by HunterSurvey, about one-third of the respondents were not members of such a group. Offered a selection of reasons why, the most common reason given was not being aware of any groups effectively advancing the issues important to the respondents (22 percent), followed by not willing to spend the money required to be a member (20 percent). Of the 70 percent who have joined conservation or sportsmen’s groups, they belong to a wide range of local and national organizations. Considering the wide range of issues that are gradually decreasing opportunities to enjoy a day in-the-field or are jeopardizing the future of America’s wildlife, sportsmen and women are encouraged to get involved.

Source: HunterSurvey.com is a monthly national online survey of sportsmen and women providing industry and policymakers with information on fishing and hunting trends and activity. For more information, visit www.SouthwickAssociates.com or contact Rob Southwick at Rob@southwickassociates.com.

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