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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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41:14

TSV Roundup Week of April 7th, 2025

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

2025/04/09

In this week’s episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, Fred covers all the news fit to print about the world of hunting, fishing and shooting policy including the 75th anniversary of the Sport Fishing Restoration Act, a deep dive into the American System of Conservation Funding, and recent legislative developments in Maine, Oregon, Minnesota, and Georgia, along with emphasizing the importance of self-funding conservation programs and the role of sportsmen and women in wildlife

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Episode 43 - Sunday Hunting Prohibitions

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

2025/04/04

In this feature episode of The Sportsmen's Voice, Fred sits down with Steve Smith, Executive Director of Pennsylvania Game Commission, to discuss Sunday hunting in Pennsylvania and the years-long and ongoing push to pass landmark legislation to remove the remaining restrictions.Then, Fred is joined by CSF Vice President of Policy Brent Miller to dive deeper into the the complexities surrounding Sunday hunting legislation across the United States as a whole (a subject Brent actually wrote his

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47:29

TSV Roundup Week of March 31st, 2025

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

2025/04/02

In this week’s episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, Fred is joined by CSF’s Mid-Atlantic Assistant Manager, Kaleigh Leager to discuss Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin’s VETO of antigun legislation in the state. Kaleigh and Fred break down the implications of age restrictions on firearm purchases, the ongoing debate surrounding assault weapon legislation, and the importance of retaining young sportsmen and women in the hunting community. Fred also covers a policy briefing on Capitol Hill,

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53:33

TSV Roundup Week of March 24th, 2025

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

2025/03/26

In this week’s episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, Fred is joined by CSF’s Mid-Atlantic Assistant Manager Kaleigh Leager to discuss the Maryland lead hunting ammunition ban. Kaleigh breaks down the legislative process, the scientific arguments surrounding lead ammunition, and the economic implications for hunters and conservation. Fred also covers recent legislative updates affecting fishing, hunting, and wildlife conservation across various states, including Georgia, Alabama, Nebraska, and

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62:52

Episode 42 - Breaking Down the Latest Federal Policy...

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

2025/03/20

In this episode of The Sportsmen's Voice, Fred sits down with the federal policy team from the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation for an in-depth Q1 review of the new administration and Congress. From groundbreaking legislation to exciting conservation wins, this jam-packed conversation is essential listening for sportsmen and women who care about the future of America’s outdoor heritage.Key Topics Covered: Federal Policy Landscape: Fred and Director of Federal Relations Taylor Schmitz break

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54:02

TSV Roundup Week of March 17th, 2025

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

2025/03/19

In this week’s episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Roundup, Fred explores the ongoing push in Maine to amend the state constitution to safeguard the right to hunt and fish, diving into the importance of community involvement, the challenges posed by declining hunter participation, and the significance of a unified sporting voice. Fred also covers Arkansas' recent conservation initiatives aimed at supporting outdoor recreation and engaging new hunters. From forest conservation programs to modernizing

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57:12

TSV Roundup Week of March 10th, 2025

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

2025/03/13

During this week's edition of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred is joined by guest Christian Ragosta, CSF Assistant Manager, Northeast States, to discuss the New York Big Five Trophy Ban. They explore how this legislation could negatively impact African conservation efforts, local economies, and wildlife management. The team highlights the importance of hunting in funding anti-poaching initiatives and supporting local communities. Fred then covers all the rest of the top news affecting sportsmen

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99:43

Changing Of The Guard: Meet The New Leadership Of The...

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

2025/03/07

Fred Bird sits down with some of the leaders of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus (CSC) in this special ‘Changing of the Guard’ episode which focuses on sportsmen’s issues and caucus legislative priorities ranging from the farm bill to access bills to wildfire prevention and forestry and beyond. Hear from CSC Co-Chairs Senator John Boozman of Arkansas and Chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee Representative Bruce Westerman, also of Arkansas, as well as CSC Vice-Chairs Representative

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TSV Roundup Week of March 3rd, 2025

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

2025/03/05

During this week's edition of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred is joined by Bob Matthews to discuss critical issues surrounding the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Fund in Wisconsin. Bob Matthews discusses the need for reauthorization of the fund, the implications of a Supreme Court ruling, and the efforts of various coalitions to ensure continued support for hunting and fishing access. Fred then covers the rest of the headlines affecting sportsmen and women across the country, including the

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32:50

TSV Roundup Week of February 24th, 2025

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

2025/02/26

TakeawaysProtecting Conservation Funding Is Paramount: Foreign manufacturers often evade taxes that support conservation efforts, while the proliferation of online marketplaces has created loopholes in conservation funding. The GAO now recommends that Congress to addresses the tax collection issue. Washington Trappers And Fly Fishers!: House Bill 1775 in Washington could impact trapping and fly fishing. Discount Licenses For Seniors: Minnesota's House File 276 aims to provide discounted

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Episode 40 - Will Primos’ Legacy Of Conservation...

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

2025/02/20

In this very special sit-down interview, Fred Bird is joined by renowned conservationist and outdoorsman, Will Primos, for a wide-ranging discussion on the importance of conservation, Will’s legacy, and the impact hunting and conservation have had on Will’s life and our nation. Will shares his personal journey, the evolution of his company, and just how important it is to continue educating future generations about conservation efforts. Fred and Will both then discuss the deep emotional connections

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TSV Roundup Week of February 17th, 2025

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

2025/02/20

During this week's edition of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred discusses the latest news in conservation, leading off with conservation legend Will Primos' collaboration with leading organizations to promote, The Truth About Conservation through a HISTORIC firearm auction. Fred then gives several updates on legislative initiatives including RTHF in Iowa, new Hunter Ed programs in Georgia, Massachussetts bear population increase leading to management plan changes, and so much

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36:53

TSV Roundup Week of February 10th, 2025

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

2025/02/13

During this week's edition of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred is joined by CSF’s Bob Matthews to discuss the bipartisan support for legislative efforts to introduce hunter education in schools in Michigan and Illinois and the potential impact these bills have on youth engagement in hunting and outdoor activities. Bob highlights the collaboration between the Department of Natural Resources and the Department of Education in Michigan, as well as the challenges and prospects for similar legislation

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Episode 39 - The Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus With...

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

2025/02/07

Fred and the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation have a big show today - with not one, but TWO, members of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus joining the program. Kicking things off is CSF’s Vice President of Policy Brent Miller who speaks to the history of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus, then hear from the new Chair of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus, Montana Governor Greg Gianforte and member of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon who talk about some of the sporting

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TSV Roundup Week of February 3rd, 2025

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

2025/02/05

During this week's edition of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred is joined by CSF Senior Manager for the Western and Midwestern States Kent Keene with some exciting news - Governor Mike Kehoe of Missouri is the 23rd active member of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus! Then, Fred covers other important news to the sporting community including the return of the annual attack on the New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission, Doug Burgum’s rise to Secretary of the Interior, Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus

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37:29

TSV Roundup Week of January 27th, 2025

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

2025/01/30

During this week's edition of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred covers some HUGE breaking news regarding some key conservation bills in Congress, talks challenges faced by state wildlife management authorities, and dives deep into the importance of venison donation programs, and the role of sportsmen and women in conservation efforts around the nation.Takeaways A New State Legislative Session Underway: It’s that time of year, with state legislative sessions under way and with them new bills

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Episode 38 - Recorded LIVE from the Traditions booth...

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

2025/01/26

Fred is working the floor at SHOT Show and sits down with CSF partners at Traditions. Tom and Allison Hall, talk about all things muzzleloading, the new firestick technology, and new products like Traditions’ own NitroBolt – the first Firestick-capable bolt action muzzleloader which was test fired at Industry Day at the Show.Key Takeaways: Check Out Traditions’ NitroFire: This award winning firearm teamed up with Hodgdon Powder and Federal’s new Firestick technology to increase muzzleloader

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TSV Roundup Week of January 20th, 2025 LIVE From SHOT...

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

2025/01/24

Fred is joined LIVE from SHOT Show 2025 by Taylor Schmitz, Director, Federal Relations. They discuss Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus members getting to work on new legislation in 2025, CSF’s new year end report (available now), 3 CSF priorities set to receive vote on the House floor, efforts to maintain recreational shooting on 1.3 million acres of public land, and so much more! Takeaways Caucus Members Getting To Work: A tremendous week for sportsmen in DC saw the introduction of the Hearing

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TSV Roundup Week of January 13th, 2025

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

2025/01/15

Fred is joined by our first Roundup guest of 2025, CSF Forest Policy Director John Culclasure, to discuss significant changes in forest policy with the incoming administration and new Congress, particularly the withdrawal of the National Old Growth Amendment by the US Forest Service. They explore the implications of this decision, the ongoing debate between active management and preservation of forests, and the urgent need for effective forest management in light of increasing wildfires. Fred then

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Episode 37 - What To Expect In The New Year For...

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

2025/01/09

New year, new problems? Or new opportunities to win for conservation? In this episode, Fred Bird and Brent Miller discuss CSF’s exclusive forecast for what to expect for sporting legislation in 2025 - including new legislative challenges and opportunities for the sportsmen's community, the importance of state-level wildlife management, and the impact of new leadership within CSF’s own board. Brent emphasizes the need for proactive strategies to advance pro-hunting and fishing policies, including the

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