Tag: Boating

Colorado’s Record Fish Make Most Anglers Into Small-Fry


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The Centennial State is known for Rocky Mountain National Park, high-quality big game hunting, western American culture, and excellent fishing opportunities. Countless tourists visit every year to access Colorado’s waters whether it’s for fly fishing, boating, rafting, or casting a spin rod. In Colorado, record fish abound, and there’s fun to be had just about […]

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Female Participation in Fishing Increased by 3.8 Million Since 2011


Female Participation in Fishing

More women than ever picked up a rod and reel in 2021, according to a study by the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF). The study, done in collaboration with the Outdoor Foundation, said that women now make up 37 percent of all anglers in the United States. This is the highest number on record […]

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Over Half a Million Dollars Raised for Conservation Efforts in Virginia’s First-Ever Managed Elk Hunt


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Over half a million dollars was raised by hunters who participated in Virginia’s first-ever managed elk hunt. More than $606,000 was fundraised by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) and the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) to help wildlife and management projects within the state’s elk management zone. Kyle Weaver, president and CEO of […]

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Why Has Hunting In Colorado Become So Popular?


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Officials have warned those hunters looking to put in for big game draw tags in Colorado to enter their application as early as possible to avoid processing backups. Although many hunters find themselves asking why there is a sudden increase of hunter participation in Colorado, especially at a time when hunting seems to be in […]

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4 Reasons Women Need to Fish More

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Women aren’t new to fishing. Millions of women have been making waves on banks and in boats for years–and the number is growing. According to an industry study from the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF), women made up 36% of all anglers in 2021. At 19.7 million strong, participation numbers grew by about 10% […]

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Game Warden Salary: Typical Starting Pay for a Career in Wildlife Law Enforcement

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This is how much a typical game warden job pays. One of the most interesting jobs in North America is that of the game wardens. These hard-working men and women are the ones who are primarily responsible for enforcing our game and fish laws. If you talk to one of these law enforcement officers, it’s […]

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