AFWA Is
AFWA Is
America’s fish and wildlife belong to all of us. Conserving and preventing the exploitation of these vital resources—on both public and private lands and waters within our borders—is critical to the well-being of our nation and beyond.
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AFWA Inspires
AFWA Inspires
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Hunting and Shooting Sports Participation Committee

Committee Charge

The Hunting and Shooting Sports Participation Committee identifies emerging needs, challenges and opportunities for hunter education, shooting range development and the shooting sports in North America, including archery.

Agendas

Annual Meeting Agendas:
2026 HSSPC Annual Meeting Agenda [Draft]
2024 Annual Meeting Agenda Draft
2023 Annual Meeting Agenda Draft

North American Wildlife & Natural Resources Conference Agendas:
2026 North American Meeting Draft
2025 North American Meeting Draft
2024 North American Meeting Draft

Committee Contact Information

Staff Contact
Nicole T. Venker
ntvenker@fishwildlife.org

Chair:
Jay Osenkowski, Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management

Vice-Chair:
Justin Grider, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Resources:

National Hunting and Shooting Sports Action Plan

National R3 Community

Conservation Awareness Study

State Customer Experience Evaluation

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