When Technology Crosses the Line Between Fair Chase and an Unethical Hunt 

We live in a world of technological leaps across almost every aspect of our lives, and while this may come as a surprise, this is not an AI discussion. Technology…

  Hunter Ward   ConservationLifestyle   May 19, 2026

The Importance of Responding to Hunting Surveys: Your Duty to Conservation

As hunters, it is your duty to honor, respect and protect the lands you harvest on. We think of this as avoiding overhunting, picking up trash, respecting property lines and…

  Taylor Walston   ConservationLifestyle   May 18, 2026

Trump Administration Signals Support for Conservation in 2027 Fiscal Year Budget

For many bowhunters, it may feel like we just wrapped up a federal budget bill not too long ago. And we did. However, Congress and the Trump administration have already…

  Hunter Ward   Conservation   April 24, 2026

The Shift of R3 Efforts and Idaho’s Example  

If you’ve been involved in the hunting community for a long time—or even a short time—you’ve likely heard the term R3 when the topic turns to growing the sport. R3…

  Hunter Ward   Conservation   April 16, 2026

Potential Danger for Oregon Hunters and a Victory for Colorado Trappers

As we move deeper into 2026, the war on science-based conservation and the North American model of wildlife conservation continues, driven in part by anti-hunting groups. This year presents an…

  Hunter Ward   Bowhunting ArticlesConservation   April 2, 2026

ATA on the Hill: How State and Federal Policies Shape the Future of Bowhunting

As manufacturers, retailers and reps across the archery and bowhunting supply chain look to 2026 and beyond, Washington has quietly moved from background noise to a front-and-center driver of our…

  Dan Forster   Conservation   November 3, 2025

Editorial Response Regarding the European Bowhunting Federation

The Archery Trade Association stands in full support of the European Bowhunting Federation and its tireless efforts to defend and restore bowhunting traditions across Europe. Their fight is not only…

  Dan Forster   Bowhunting ArticlesConservationLifestyle   September 30, 2025

Priority Archery Industry Legislation Introduced in the U.S. Senate

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 12, 2025    NEW ULM, MN—Last week, Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and Mike Crapo (R-ID) introduced Senate Bill 1649, the Sporting Goods Excise Tax Modernization Act,…

  Dan Forster   Conservation   May 12, 2025

Have Fun by Foraging for Morel Mushrooms!

Those who love mushrooms usually consider morels their favorite. And if you know someone unsure about mushrooms, they’ll probably like morels. Morels have a distinct look and unique taste. Some…

  Staff Writer   FeaturedConservationVideo   April 29, 2025

Election Day Victories for Bowhunters

The 2024 election season is over, and bowhunters were recipients of several major victories across the country this election. Florida secured the right to hunt and fish by passing a…

  Hunter Ward   Conservation   November 21, 2024