Hunting isn’t just a pastime passed down through generations, it’s an industry that supports communities, funds conservation, and sustains America’s wild spaces. Every tag purchased, round of ammo bought, and every guided hunt booked contributes to a far-reaching network of benefits.
💵 A $100+ Billion Impact
Each year the U.S., hunting industry generates more than $100 billion in total economic impact. This isn’t just money spent on licenses and tags, it includes everything from lodging and fuel to gear, clothing, and food. These dollars are passed through local economies, supporting everything from rural diners to small-town sporting goods stores.
👷 Jobs for Hundreds of Thousands
The hunting industry supports over 500,000 jobs nationwide. Guides, outfitters, gear manufacturers, wildlife biologists, conservation officers, and more depend on this economic activity. For many rural areas, hunting season is the busiest and most profitable time of the year.
🏞 Funding Wildlife Conservation
Hunters play one of the most critical roles in conservation. Through license fees and the federal excise taxes collected on firearms, ammunition, and gear, hunters provide the majority of funding for wildlife management programs. These dollars go toward:
• Protecting and restoring habitats
• Managing public lands
• Funding hunter education programs
• Supporting wildlife research and species restoration
🌱 Stewardship in Action
Hunting helps maintain balanced wildlife populations, which in turn protects habitats from overuse and ensures healthier ecosystems. It’s not just about the harvest, it’s about stewardship, conservation, and ensuring the resource is there for the next generation.
🔒 Protecting Your Access
Whether you hunt public or leased land, protecting yourself and your access is essential. Having proper hunting lease insurance ensures you’re covered if accidents happen and shows landowners that you’re a responsible partner in preserving both the land and the tradition.
Hunting fuels economies, safeguards wildlife, and strengthens communities and every hunter has a role in keeping that legacy strong.
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