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Administration expands hunting access on national parks and federal lands
politics18 days ago

Administration expands hunting access on national parks and federal lands

President Trump's Interior Department has issued an order directing agencies to remove what it calls unnecessary barriers to hunting and fishing on 55 sites in the lower 48, expanding where hunters may operate within national parks, refuges and wilderness areas. Supporters say the move broadens public access, supports rural economies and conservation, while critics warn of safety risks and wildlife impacts and note the changes came with limited public discussion; some sites have already relaxed rules, including proposals to lift restrictions on tree stands and hunting along trails.

California hunter dies after elephants crush him during Gabon safari
world1 month ago

California hunter dies after elephants crush him during Gabon safari

An American 75-year-old hunter, Ernie Dosio, died in Gabon after being crushed by a group of elephants during a hunting expedition; his guide was seriously injured. Dosio, a Modesto, California vineyard owner with a long history of trophy hunting, was killed in the Lope-Okanda rainforest. US officials are assisting with repatriation of his remains. The incident underscores the dangers associated with trophy hunting and safari adventures in Africa.

Lightning Fatalities Confirmed for Elk Hunters in Colorado
world8 months ago

Lightning Fatalities Confirmed for Elk Hunters in Colorado

Two elk hunters, Andrew Porter and Ian Stasko, were killed by lightning that struck a nearby tree while they were in the San Juan Wilderness Area, Colorado, after failing to check in with loved ones. Their bodies were found after a weeklong search, and they were not directly hit by lightning but were electrocuted as the current traveled down the tree. Authorities advise avoiding standing under tall trees during storms.

Lightning Fatalities Strike Two Elk Hunters in Colorado
world8 months ago

Lightning Fatalities Strike Two Elk Hunters in Colorado

Two out-of-state hunters, Andrew Porter and Ian Stasko, were killed by lightning while hunting in the San Juan Wilderness Area in southern Colorado. Their bodies were found a week after they went missing, with no signs of trauma, and it is confirmed that lightning was the cause of death. The incident highlights the dangers of lightning strikes during outdoor activities in Colorado.

Florida Resumes Black Bear Hunting Amidst Controversy
environment9 months ago

Florida Resumes Black Bear Hunting Amidst Controversy

Wildlife groups condemned Florida's decision to allow a black bear hunt, citing concerns over animal cruelty, flawed science, and habitat threats, despite the state's claims of managing overpopulation. The hunt, approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, involves methods like bait traps, archery, and dog packs, and has sparked significant public opposition and controversy over conservation efforts.