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Colorado Trappers & Predator Hunters Association

PRESIDENT REPORT

COLORADO’S HUNTING HERITAGE UNDER THREAT

(and this is everyone’s battle)

In the past five years, there have been numerous attempts to curtail the hunting of Colorado Mountain Lions and Bobcats. Now, with Proposed Initiative 91, the stakes are even higher. This initiative seeks to let Colorado voters determine the future of science-based wildlife management, potentially undermining the authority of Colorado’s Wildlife Managers (CPW) and the rights of sportsmen and women.

Misleading language, such as “Trophy Hunting,” is being used to sway public opinion. This isn’t just about fair chase or management concerns; it’s a deliberate attempt to misinform.

STAND WITH US AGAINST THIS INITIATIVE

The Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management, a 501(C-4) organization, is committed to legally, logistically, and educationally countering this initiative. Our goal is to prevent the spread of such agendas that could eventually lead to a complete hunting ban.

This isn’t solely about Mountain Lions and Bobcats or just Colorado. It’s a broader battle for our hunting heritage.

SUPPORT THE CAUSE

To help us in our efforts, please contribute at: savethehuntcolorado.com

Or mail your contributions to: CRWM PO Box 387 Cañon City, CO 81215

For more information, reach out to: info@colo4responsiblewm.com

Please note: As a 501(C-4) Organization, contributions are NOT tax-deductible.

OUR MISSION “To Enhance, Promote, and Defend the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation and Responsible Wildlife Management.”

Dan Gates

“Aim Small, Miss Small”

SECRETARY REPORT

Hi Everyone! We would like to welcome our new members Ronald Plese, Thorton, CO; Shane Burgess, Littlton, CO; Jared Cooper, Kremmling, CO; Allen Sitton, Delta, CO; Rhiannon Cole, Laramie, WY, 82070; Bruce Hank, Lakewood, CO; John Thompson, Evergreen, CO; Mike Grandey, Opapka, FL; Cory Dunkin, Lake George, CO; Walter Perkins, Ft. Collins, CO.

I hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving and a Merry Christmas. It is already time to talk about our Fur Auction Sale February 7th and 8th, 2024 with the turn in of fur on Saturday, February 3rd and Sunday, 4th, 2024. The website will have the Fur Auction information and a flyer you can print off. We will also have our Board/Membership meeting on Sunday, February 4th, 2024 at 10:30. Please make plans to attend.

Please go to Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management website, savethehuntcolorado.com for the most up to date information on the Fight against Proposed Initiative 91. Make sure you take the time and watch the video’s. They are very informative and fantastic! The only way to help the cause and fight is to donate to CRWM. Also, this will have the most accurate information to pass along to your family, friends and co-workers. Keep engaged.

We will have the Outdoorsman Days/Covention next year in the same spot Pathfinder Regional Park, Florence, CO, AUGUST 9TH & 10TH, 2024. SAVE THE DATE AND MAKE YOUR PLANS EARLY TO ATTEND! DON’T MISS OUT! COME AND SUPPORT YOUR ASSOCIATION.

I would like to remind everyone, please continue signing up New Memberships. This has always been important but especially now.

Please make sure if you have an email address, I have it. I also need a current phone number. This is the only way we are keeping our membership up to date with the current information and events on a timely fashion because of the rising costs of printing and postage and the unreliability of delivery website. You can renew your Membership or Join our association. We also have merchandise that is available for purchase. This tool has been very effective and efficient so far. Please make sure you continue to checkout the website for updated information. This will be the most current.