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The Sportsmen"s Voice | Hunting, Fishing and Conservation Advocacy with Congressional Sportsmen"s Foundation

Fred Bird | Congressional Sportsmen"s Foundation

Fred Bird hosts The Sportsmen"s Voice, a podcast from the Congressional Sportsmen"s Foundation dedicated to conservation, hunting, and fishing advocacy. Join us as we explore key issues in hunting, fishing, outdoor access, gun rights and wildlife management. CSF exists to inform, influence and defend policies that protect and promote our outdoor traditions. Listen in as Fred delivers the most important news and explores the most pressing topics in the hunting, fishing, gun rights and outdoor

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Episode 63 - Fair Chase vs Drones: Technology,...

The Sportsmen"s Voice | Hunting, Fishing and... ·

2026/01/16

Are drones redefining ethical hunting, or quietly eroding fair chase traditions across America?Modern hunting and fishing live at the intersection of tradition and technology; and few debates expose that tension like drones in the field. Corey Mason, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of Conservation for the Wild Sheep Foundation and CSF Board Member, sits down with Sportsmen’s Voice host Fred Bird to unpack one of the most pressing ethical questions facing today’s hunters:

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TSV Roundup Week of January 12th, 2026

The Sportsmen"s Voice | Hunting, Fishing and... ·

2026/01/14

What happens when offshore rigs become thriving fisheries and why lawmakers are finally paying attention.Kicking off 2026, The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup goes straight to Capitol Hill for a timely update on one of the most important fisheries conservation tools in the country: the Rigs to Reefs program. Fresh off congressional testimony, Chris Horton, CSF's Sr. Director of Fisheries Policy, breaks down what sportsmen and women need to understand about how offshore energy structures are

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Episode 62 - Inside the NASC Summit: State Leaders...

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2026/01/08

How bipartisan state leaders quietly protect hunting, fishing access, and outdoor traditions nationwide.The NASC Summit isn’t just another legislative conference—it’s where policy concepts and strategies to shape the future of hunting, fishing, and outdoor access are developed. In this episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice, host Fred Bird takes listeners inside the 2025 NASC Summit in Memphis, Tennessee, a first-of-its-kind joint effort between the Tennessee and Mississippi Legislative Sportsmen’s

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Episode 61 - Federal Wins for Hunters and Anglers: A...

The Sportsmen"s Voice | Hunting, Fishing and... ·

2025/12/26

Behind the scenes of 2025’s biggest federal decisions shaping access, seasons, and the future of hunting and fishing.As the final feature episode of 2025, this conversation takes a clear-eyed look at how federal policy quietly shaped the year for hunters, anglers, and public-land users nationwide. Host Fred Bird sits down with Chris Horton, Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation Sr. Director of Fisheries Policy, to unpack the legislative wins, hard-fought battles, and unfinished business that

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TSV Roundup Week of December 21st, 2025

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2025/12/24

Michigan just changed how the next generation learns to hunt and it could reshape hunting nationwide.In this year-end edition of The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, Fred Bird delivers a concise but consequential policy update for hunters, anglers, and public-lands advocates across the country. The headline story comes out of Michigan, where legislation to allow hunter education in schools has passed both chambers and now awaits the governor’s signature. If signed, the program would count toward

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Episode 60 - Suppressors: Inside the Fight to...

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2025/12/19

What happens when common-sense hearing protection collides with outdated laws and misinformation?Suppressors have quietly become one of the most misunderstood and transformative tools in modern hunting, and this week Fred sits down from NASC with Knox Williams, President of the American Suppressor Association and Brent Miller to unpack what the removal of the federal suppressor tax means for hunters, recreational shooters, and the broader outdoors community. This is an insider conversation

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TSV Roundup Week of November 24th, 2025

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2025/11/26

Major changes in hunting access, fisheries policy, and fall opportunities every outdoorsman should hear.This week’s TSV Roundup delivers a packed briefing on the biggest conservation and policy developments shaping hunting, fishing, and outdoor access across the country. We open with Massachusetts’ sweeping new gun laws—and what those changes mean for hunters, sportsmen, and future access on Bay State lands. You’ll hear why these policies are raising red flags for gun owners, conservation

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TSV Roundup Week of November 17th, 2025

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2025/11/19

Major wins for wildlife management and new hunting opportunities highlight a pivotal week for outdoorsmen.This week’s Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup covers one of the most encouraging conservation wins of the year. Fred opens with a deep dive into Washington’s wolf-management shakeup, where a court dismissed a lawsuit that blocked lethal removal authority during active livestock depredations. CSF’s Assistant Manager, Northwestern States Marie Neumiller joins the show with boots-on-the-ground insight

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Episode 59 - Inside the Real Yellowstone debate...

The Sportsmen"s Voice | Hunting, Fishing and... ·

2025/11/14

A groundbreaking new film exposes the real fight shaping America’s wild places—and every hunter should hear this.In this feature edition of The Sportsmen’s Voice, Fred Bird sits down with filmmaker and conservation advocate Tom Opre to break down The Real Yellowstone—a revealing new documentary that dives straight into the conflicts shaping modern wildlife management, ranching, predator recovery, and the future of hunting access across the American West. Tom unpacks the tension between

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TSV Roundup Week of November 10th, 2025

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2025/11/13

From California’s new firearm restrictions to reef fish recovery and deer disease alerts—this week’s roundup covers it all. Host Fred Bird breaks down the latest hunting, fishing, and conservation headlines shaping the outdoor community. Broadcasting from deer camp in New Hampshire, Fred covers California’s controversial Assembly Bill 1127, what many are calling a backdoor striker-fired handgun ban, and how it could jeopardize both firearm access and conservation funding nationwide. Then, in

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TSV Roundup Week of November 3rd, 2025

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2025/11/05

From striped bass policy to black bear hunting, Fred Bird breaks down this week’s biggest wins for America’s sportsmen. New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte officially joins the Governor’s Sportsmen’s Caucus, continuing the state’s long tradition of leadership in defending hunting and angling heritage. Fred also spotlights CSF’s new Rocky Mountain States Coordinator, Nate Serlin, and his role working with the Legislative Sportsmen's Caucuses in Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, and

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Episode 58 - Empowering Women in the Field: Inside...

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2025/10/30

Discover how mentorship, confidence, and camaraderie are redefining what it means to be a woman in hunting.Fred and a panel of women hunters reviews the inaugural women’s hunt organized by the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, a groundbreaking event bringing together women from all walks of life to experience the outdoors in a supportive, mentorship-driven setting. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or curious about getting started, this conversation offers a rare look at how female-led

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TSV Roundup Week of October 27, 2025

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2025/10/29

How smart policy can secure additional investments from America’s original conservationists. The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup this week dives into one of the most important (and overlooked) aspects of wildlife conservation: how we fund it. Bob Matthews joins the show to break down Michigan Senate Bills 276 and 277, a pair of measures aimed at securing long-term conservation funding through smarter hunting license and tag fee structures. Matthews explains how these bills would both generate

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TSV Roundup Week of October 20, 2025

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2025/10/22

From pheasant season updates to Montana’s new habitat protections—this week’s roundup covers the biggest moves shaping America’s hunting and fishing future.This week on The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, the crew digs into the most important conservation and policy headlines impacting hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts nationwide. With Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro joining the Sportsmen’s Caucus, the growing momentum behind legislative support for outdoor traditions takes center

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Episode 57 - Inside Trappers College: Mentorship,...

The Sportsmen"s Voice | Hunting, Fishing and... ·

2025/10/19

Discover how America’s top trapping school is shaping the next generation of wildlife managers and conservationists. Few people outside the trapping world understand just how much science, skill, and stewardship go into the craft. In this episode, Fred Bird and Charlie Masheck, FTA College Instructor and owner of Hoosier Trapping Supply, take listeners deep inside Trappers College, exploring how its curriculum, mentorship programs, and field instruction prepare students to become leaders in

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TSV Roundup Week of October 13, 2025

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2025/10/17

From black bears to marine fisheries, this week’s stories reveal how science — and sportsmen and women — drive conservation.In this episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, we dive deep into how hunters, anglers, and policymakers are shaping the future of wildlife conservation across the country. From black bear hunting seasons fueling conservation funding to new legislation safeguarding marine fisheries habitat, this episode unpacks how science-based management is the foundation of America’s

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TSV Roundup Week of October 6, 2025

The Sportsmen"s Voice | Hunting, Fishing and... ·

2025/10/08

A new Massachusetts gun tax could reshape the future of the state’s hunting traditions and shooting sports. In this episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, host Fred Bird sits down with Christian Ragosta to unpack an alarming legislative proposals in Massachusetts — a 4.75% excise tax on firearms and ammunition. On the surface, it’s framed as a public safety measure; but for hunters, recreational shooters, and other sportsmen and women who funds conservation through gear and license

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Episode 56 - National Hunting and Fishing Day:...

The Sportsmen"s Voice | Hunting, Fishing and... ·

2025/10/04

Discover how hunters and anglers are shaping conservation, mentoring youth, and protecting the future of the outdoors.National Hunting and Fishing Day isn’t just a date on the calendar—it’s a call to action for every sportsman and woman who values wild places and outdoor traditions. In this special episode, Fred Bird sits down with Ronnie “Cuz” Strickland, Scotty Lago, and Sam Soholt to explore why hunters, anglers, and conservationists must carry the torch forward. From elk hunting tips and

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TSV Roundup Week of September 29, 2025

The Sportsmen"s Voice | Hunting, Fishing and... ·

2025/10/01

Celebrate hunting and fishing traditions while exploring the latest conservation victories and outdoor legislative battles. Hunting and fishing aren’t just pastimes—they’re the backbone of conservation in America. In this episode of Sportsmen’s Voice, we dive into the significance of National Hunting and Fishing Day and the powerful reminder it brings about the role sportsmen play in wildlife management. You’ll hear why state proclamations and bipartisan support matter more than ever for

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TSV Roundup Week of September 22, 2025

The Sportsmen"s Voice | Hunting, Fishing and... ·

2025/09/24

From red snapper management to youth hunting traditions, discover how sportsmen shape America’s outdoor future.In this episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, we dive deep into the issues shaping hunting, fishing, and conservation across the country. From the South Atlantic red snapper fishery to Oregon’s restrictive wildlife laws, sportsmen and women face challenges that demand attention and action. We also highlight the vital role of youth hunts, mentored hunting programs, and National

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