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It's time to get out and enjoy nature on National Hunting and Fishing Day, held on the fourth Saturday in September! This day is a celebration of our love of hunting and fishing, as well as an opportunity to appreciate the great outdoors. It was first established in 1972 by President Richard Nixon, and since then has been celebrated annually with events such as fish fries, outdoor competitions, picnics and more. So grab your gear, invite some friends along and take part in this special day to connect with nature!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1720s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Early Sport Hunting</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hunting, which was predominantly practiced for survival, began to be popular as a sport among European settlers in North America.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1840s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sport Fishing Trend</div><div class='timeline-text'>The sport of fishing became widely popular in the mid-19th century with the advent of recreational angling publications.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Conservation Movement</div><div class='timeline-text'>In response to increasing threats to wildlife and their habitats, hunting and fishing communities were instrumental in the conservation movement during the mid-20th century.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1972</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Day Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Hunting and Fishing Day was established by U.S. President Richard Nixon to recognize hunters and anglers for their contributions to conservation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Honorary Chair</div><div class='timeline-text'>Baggage Battles star Billy Leroy became the first honorary chair of National Hunting and Fishing Day, helping to promote the importance of outdoor sports.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010-Present</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Continued Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Every year, hundreds of local, state, and national events are held to celebrate the day, including hunting and fishing demonstrations, exhibits, and competitions. </div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go fishing</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head out to your local lake, river or pond and go fishing for the day. Remember to get a fishing license if necessary.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go hunting</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you have the right permits and authorization, head out to the woods and go hunting. It's a great way to get outdoors and enjoy nature.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a seminar</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look around for seminars on hunting or fishing. These are usually free or have a nominal fee and can be a great way to learn about the sport and make new friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a tournament</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a tournament in your local area with friends and family, either for fishing or hunting. The winner gets bragging rights!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a wildlife refuge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the family to your local wildlife refuge or nature preserve and learn about the fish and animals that inhabit the area.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a wonderful way to connect with nature.</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Connecting with nature is one of the greatest gifts of hunting and fishing. Whether you're trolling for bass or waiting patiently for deer to come into view, it's an opportunity to experience a tranquil connection with the outdoors and appreciate all that nature has to offer.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a great way to bond with friends and family</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Hunting and fishing provides quality time in nature that helps create special bonds between families and close friends. After all, there's nothing better than spending the day outdoors surrounded by those who mean the most to you!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It teaches us respect for wildlife</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Hunting and fishing can teach us about the importance of respecting wildlife. It emphasizes the need to conserve habitats, understand migration patterns and practice ethical harvesting habits so that future generations will be able to enjoy these activities as well!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hunters and Anglers Contribute Significantly to Conservation</h3><p class='facts-content'>Through license fees and excise taxes on hunting and fishing gears, hunters and anglers generate around $1 billion each year for wildlife conservation efforts.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sport Fishing Has Positive Economic Impact</h3><p class='facts-content'>Recreational fishing in the U.S contributes over $115 billion to the economy yearly, supporting millions of jobs.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hunting Helps Control Certain Animal Populations</h3><p class='facts-content'>Hunting is used as a management tool to help maintain animal populations at levels that their habitats can support.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Many Hunters and Anglers Harvest for Subsistence</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite often being seen as sports, many participants in hunting and fishing do so to provide food for their families, keeping the tradition of living off the land alive.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Recreational Fishing Helps in Species Identification and Data Collection</h3><p class='facts-content'>Identifying and recording catches provide crucial data for fisheries management, helping researchers to understand fish populations and assess the health of water bodies.</p></div></div>
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