We Need You!

Do you want to do something about your child's future?
Are you concerned about wildlife conservation?

We want to create an active and informed group of hunters and anglers who are willing to get involved. Our future generation is depending on us to protect the wildlife management. We need to provide opportunities for youth who wish to participate in outdoor activities.

In 1985, the number of hunting and fishing license holders reached it's maximum. Since then there has been a slight decline in licenses purchased. In 1985, hunters made up approximately ten percent and anglers approximately 15 percent of the state's population. In the 2001-2002 license year, hunters made up less than four percent and anglers less than eight percent of the state's population. The state's population is growing at a rapid rate but the number of hunters and anglers are not keeping pace. Our percentage in the population is declining at an alarming rate. This means that our influence is declining rapidly and most of the people moving into Georgia are moving into urban areas and are NOT sportsmen. That is why it is so important for hunters and anglers to get connected and organized so we can be involved and not sit back and wait on someone else to influence our children.

By the generosity of local businesses and volunteers, we have had the resources to prepare and complete several successful events. But we need more help to accomplish more for our children and the future of our wildlife. We are seeking more volunteers with ideas to make this possible.

For information on the date of our next meeting contact Troy Hughes at 706-781-7167  or Keith Herbert at 706-745-8157.