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.

Fred is joined LIVE from SHOT Show 2025 by Taylor Schmitz, Director of Federal Policy. 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!

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 covers all that’s fit to print about sporting news across the Nation - including grizzly bear delisting efforts, revisiting the SHARKED Act, air rifles and more!

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 establishment of Wildlife Councils for Public Education and the integration of hunter education into schools. They also address the importance of retaining young hunters through College Student Licenses, and much more!

Welcome back to our FIRST TSV Roundup of 2025! Your host Fred Bird covers the latest updates in conservation and outdoor advocacy as we enter the new year, including new leadership on the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation (CSF) Board of Directors, significant legislative wins with both the ACE Reauthorization Act and the Explore Act being signed into law, updates from the Mississippi Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus, trends in suppressor registrations, and a reminder of the importance of voter registration for sportsmen and women.

Fred Bird dives in just in time for Christmas with our ultimate outdoors gift guide for any and all of the last minute shoppers out there who need motivation and guidance as you scurry between stores, tailored especially for the outdoor enthusiast in your life, and focusing on practical and thoughtful gifts for hunting, fishing, and outdoor activities. Fred highlights various products from trusted partners (many of which you’ll find in our frequent auctions!), including firearms accessories, optics, ammunition, and fishing gear. In addition, Fred urges all in the spirit of giving to consider conservation memberships as meaningful gifts that contribute to the outdoor community and the outdoor traditions we all love. Happy holidays from the entire Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation family!

It’s here, folks, the FINAL TSV Roundup of 2024! Your host Fred Bird reflects on the tremendous conservation policy developments the CSF team oversaw in 2024, including the passage of the Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hard Rock Mines Act, the expansion of crossbow hunting opportunities, and the introduction of hunter education programs in schools. He also discusses anticipated legislative changes regarding firearm regulations in Washington and highlights successes in the Mid-Atlantic region, such as the continued use of lead ammunition and the ability of the Fish and Boat Commission to set license fees. 

This episode of the Sportsmen's Voice podcast kicks off with host Fred Bird and returning guest Chris Horton to discuss legislative updates regarding the ACE Reauthorization and Fishes Act and the importance of bipartisan support for conservation efforts, especially in light of recent natural disasters affecting the fishing community in the Southeast in particular. Fred then covers the rest of the headlines affecting sportsmen and women across the nation, including updates from the National Assembly of Sportsmen's Caucuses (NASC) (including exciting new leadership changes!), what upcoming legislative sessions in Wyoming and Tennessee mean for hunters, anglers, recreational shooters, and trappers, and the implications of new gun ordinances in Missouri. 

Dive deep into the critical issues surrounding hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation. This episode unpacks the implications of ballot box biology, including lessons from Colorado's Prop 127, and explores collaborative conservation efforts spearheaded by organizations like the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation and the National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucuses (NASC). Hear from conservation leaders on proactive strategies for wildlife management, legislative advocacy, and the importance of community engagement in fostering a strong outdoor heritage.

In this episode of The Sportsmen’s Voice Podcast, host Fred Bird brings you live insights from the recent NASC Summit—a pivotal event for the hunting, fishing, and conservation community. Join us as we explore the intersection of legislative actions and outdoor recreation, with a focus on safeguarding the traditions of hunting, fishing, recreational shooting, and trapping.

In this episode of the Sportsmen's Voice podcast, host Fred Bird is focusing on Arizona's anti-hunting petition, Florida's Big Cypress access plan, Illinois hunting contests controversies, and the adoption of new muzzleloading technology.

You’re going to want to hit pause and eat before this episode of the Sportsmen’s Voice Podcast, where host Fred Bird is joined by world renowned wild game chefs Jesse Griffiths and Josh Schwenke to talk all things Thanksgiving. From roulades to roasts, the two chefs talk about what’s in their game freezer after the season and how they’re sharing that bounty with loved ones this holiday season, and how you can up your game with your harvest as well!

In this episode of the Sportsmen's Voice podcast, host Fred Bird is joined once again by Marie Nemuiller tackling new trapping regulations in Montana, then goes on from the NASC Summit to cover expanded hunting opportunities in Southern Michigan, Pennsylvania failed to advance the bill to repeal Sunday hunting prohibitions, and the need for stricter penalties for poaching to protect our conservation resources.

In this episode of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, host Fred Bird discusses the recent election results, the importance of CWD testing for deer hunters, and honors Veterans on Veterans Day, discussing the use of discounted hunting licenses for veterans while considering the impact on state agency revenues. The episode concludes with a preview of upcoming events and features in the outdoor community.

Podcast host Fred Bird is bringing you some lighthearted faire today after a tumultuous election cycle, covering CSF’s annual Wine, Wheels and Wildlife event, hosted by CSF Board Chairman, Richard Childress. Hear from conservation legends such as Bass Pro Founder and Lead Outfitter Johnny Morris, Eva Shockey, incoming CSF Board Chairman Ken Eubanks, and so many more conservation legends as they celebrate the great outdoors at one of the best events in the conservation space.

In this special POST-ELECTION episode of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred Bird catches up with Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation Vice President of Policy, Brent Miller, along with key players in the Yes On 2 Amendment campaign in Florida and the No On Proposition 127 campaign in Colorado to save mountain lion and bobcat hunting to talk about these two incredible wins for conservation, discuss what happens next, and celebrate what happens when sportsmen come together

In this special episode of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, the LAST one before the election, host Fred Bird discusses the importance of voting in the upcoming elections, particularly for hunters, anglers, target shooters, trappers and other sportsmen and women in key conservation battleground states like Colorado and Florida. Hear from Travis Thompson and Mark Lance who discuss Florida’s Amendment 2 RTHF Amendment and Dan Gates who speaks about Colorado’s Proposition 127 and emphasizes the need for informed voting and civic responsibility, urging listeners to get OUT of the tree stand or OFF the water for Election Day and participate actively in the electoral process. 

In this powerhouse episode of The Sportsmen's Voice, host Fred Bird sits down with Gregg Ritz, the legendary Huntmaster, to explore the incredible rebirth of Thompson Center and the game-changing evolution of muzzleloading. Get ready to dive deep into the history of Thompson Center, uncover the importance of wildlife management, and understand the cultural shifts that are reshaping hunting today. Gregg Ritz shares his passion for hunting, emphasizing how crucial it is to engage the next generation of sportsmen and women. He highlights the role product development plays in creating unique outdoor experiences and why the innovative Firestick technology is revolutionizing the muzzleloading game. Together, they also tackle the legislative challenges that hunters are facing and the urgent need for community participation in wildlife conservation efforts.

In this week's episode of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred is joined once again by CSF’s own Chris Horton to discuss the current state of fisheries legislation, access and advocacy ahead of the new administration that will be decided Election Day, highlighting the state of a number of fisheries access bills including the MAP Waters Act and more. They cover recent policy recommendations for the next administration, the economic impact of recreational fishing, and the challenges faced in fisheries management. The conversation emphasizes the importance of maintaining funding for conservation programs and the need for better data to support sustainable fishing practices.

In this week's episode of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred is joined once again by CSF’s ow Barry Snell to discuss the current state of gun legislation in California, highlighting the recent passage of anti-gun bills and the unique political landscape shaped by urban and rural divides. Barry Snell discusses the implications of these laws, the resilience of gun owners, and the importance of community advocacy in the face of restrictive legislation.   Then, Fred is back covering all that’s fit to print related to hunting, fishing, and other conservation issues across the nation including CSF’s 20th Annual Wine, Wheels, and Wildlife event, emphasizing the importance of hunting and fishing rights, new hunting regulations in Massachusetts, Missouri's deer management efforts, Pennsylvania's new “Sportsman” license plate initiative for youth hunting, support of Amendment 2 in Florida and the opposition to Prop 127 in Colorado. It highlights the role of sportsmen in conservation and the need for legislative support to protect outdoor traditions.

In this special episode continuing coverage of our legislative priorities in Congress, Fred Bird is joined on Capitol Hill by Michigan Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, Wild Sheep Foundation’s Corey Mason, and Ryan Bronson of Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation to discuss The Wildlife Movements Through Partnerships Act. Fred and the guests discuss the benefits of the bill to wildlife migration for big and small game populations, how the bill seeks to improve habitat and the partnerships between landowners and stakeholders, and just what benefits wildlife will receive from the passage of the Act. 

In this special episode, Fred Bird is joined on Capitol Hill by Utah Congressman Blake Moore, the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s Larry Kane, and Silencer Central Founder and CEO Brandon Maddox to discuss The Tax Stamp Fund Reallocation Bill. Fred and the guests discuss misinformation surrounding the bill, how the bill seeks to be a net boon to conservation in the United States, and also provides benefits for non-hunting recreational shooters. 

In this week's episode of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred is joined once again by  CSF Director of Federal Relations Taylor Schmitz to discuss the recent decision by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to close the Bears Ears National Monument to recreational shooting, a move that has raised concerns among the sporting community. Fred and Taylor delve into the implications of legislation such as the Dingell Act, which mandates that federal lands are open unless closed, and how this decision appears to contradict that principle. Taylor emphasizes the need for community action and awareness regarding the management of national monuments and the potential loss of access to recreational activities to sportsmen and women.

In this week's episode of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred is back covering all that’s fit to print related to hunting, fishing, and other conservation matters across the nation. Fred begins by reporting that the President and 44 (a new record!) Governors signed proclamations celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day, citing the contributions of sportsmen and women to conservation efforts across our nation. Fred then shifts to the ongoing opposition campaign against Colorado's Prop 127, which seeks to restrict hunting and predator management. Fred breaks down the Fix Our Forests Act, emphasizing its importance in wildfire management and forest health. We close with some important updates on fall turkey hunting regulation changes, a passionate defense of trapping practices, a proposed sporting dog county ordinance in South Carolina that faced opposition from the sporting community, concerns regarding the U.S. Forest Service’s National Old-Growth Amendment, and the announcement of Angi Bruce as the new Director of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.

In the FIRST of TWO lead stories on this episode of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred catches up with the Speaker of the House, Representative Mike Johnson of Louisiana to discuss the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus as a shining example of bipartisan cooperation and advancing pro sporting legislation, while in a hyper partisan environment. Fred then follows up with CSF Senior Director of Fisheries Policy Chris Horton highlighting bipartisan legislative actions, the impact of proposed vessel speed reduction rules on fishing industries, and the importance of technology in wildlife conservation.