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New Plan Boosts Hunting, Fishing Across 11 States

5/4/2025

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On May 2, 2025, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum unveiled an ambitious plan to enhance hunting and fishing opportunities across 87,000 acres in 17 national wildlife refuges and fish hatcheries spanning 11 states. This initiative not only seeks to invigorate rural economies but also emphasizes the importance of conservation, inviting public feedback before its implementation in the 2025-2026 season.

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Story summary

On May 2, 2025, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum unveiled an ambitious plan to enhance hunting and fishing opportunities across 87,000 acres in 17 national wildlife refuges and fish hatcheries spanning 11 states. This initiative not only seeks to invigorate rural economies but also emphasizes the importance of conservation, inviting public feedback before its implementation in the 2025-2026 season.