Hunting and fishing access expanded at U.S. refuges and hatcheries

Hunting and fishing access expanded at U.S. refuges and hatcheries

The Interior Department has expanded hunting and fishing access at 16 units in 11 states, while opening more than 87,000 acres for hunting and fishing.

Feds to Expand Hunting and Fishing Access on 87,000 Acres in 11 States

Starting Sept. 2, America’s hunters and anglers will have access to an additional 87,000 acres of federal land managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Pro-hunting and conservation groups are already cheering the move, which the Department of the Interior announced Wednesday.  The DOI says the final rule approved Aug. 28 will open or expand hunting and fishing opportunities at 16 national wildlife refuges (as well as one national fish hatc…