Hunting, fishing, and conservation have never been partisan issues. But today, a profound appreciation for the outdoors provides common ground for policymakers across the political spectrum to tackle some of our top priorities. In 2019, the TRCP played a key role in the victories outlined on the map below, proving once again that the voice of sportsmen and women transcends politics. Explore these accomplishments by clicking on each waypoint to learn more.
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Testified Before Congress
Added five new Board Members
Expanded Policy Council
Sent 35,000 Letters to Capitol Hill
Grew to 100,000 members
Grew 23% on social media
Held 1st Hispanic Summit
Increased revenue by 20%
Added 12 new corporate sponsors
Named a top-rated charity
Permanently reauthorized the Land and Water Conservation Fund
Passed hunter recruitment bill
Released inaccessible public lands report
Secured investments in wildlife-friendly highway crossings
Worked on Everglades restoration
Prevented disposal of public land
Conserved migration corridors in five Western states
Fought for backcountry conservation areas
Cracked down on overfishing of menhaden
Held saltwater media summit
Stood up for the Clean Water Act
Fought for a sustainable Colorado River Basin
Combatted chronic wasting disease
Pushed for Farm Bill implementation
2020
Theodore Roosevelt’s experiences hunting and fishing certainly fueled his passion for conservation, but it seems that a passion for coffee may have powered his mornings. In fact, Roosevelt’s son once said that his father’s coffee cup was “more in the nature of a bathtub.” TRCP has partnered with Afuera Coffee Co. to bring together his two loves: a strong morning brew and a dedication to conservation. With your purchase, you’ll not only enjoy waking up to the rich aroma of this bolder roast—you’ll be supporting the important work of preserving hunting and fishing opportunities for all.
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