Celebrate National Hunting & Fishing Day
September 26, 2026
Legends of Conservation:
Celebrating 250 Years of Stewardship
For 250 years, America's lands, waters, and wildlife have been protected by conservationists, hunters, anglers, recreational shooters, and outdoor advocates. Their dedication built the conservation legacy we enjoy today. Generations of men and women have worked to preserve our outdoor heritage, ensuring future generations can experience the forests, fields, waterways, and wildlife that inspire us all.
Explore the stories of these conservation legends and see how their commitment shaped conservation in America. Their story continues today. Every time we hunt, fish, shoot, volunteer, restore habitat, or introduce someone new to the outdoors, we become part of that legacy.
National Hunting & Fishing Day recognizes generations of sportsmen and women for their contributions to the conservation of our nation’s rich sporting heritage and natural resources. One of the main goals of National Hunting and Fishing Day is to recruit new hunters and anglers by encouraging participation and increasing public awareness of the connection between hunting, angling, and conservation.
Through self-imposed fees and excise taxes, sportsmen and women have raised more than $57 billion--that’s more than $100,000 every 30 minutes being raised for conservation. National Hunting & Fishing Day is the largest, most effective grassroots movement ever undertaken to promote outdoor sports and conservation.
Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium in Springfield, MO serves as the official home for National Hunting & Fishing Day.
Become A Legend Today!
Celebrate NHF Day by committing to share the outdoors with someone new. Whether it's fishing, hunting, or recreational shooting, every new experience helps build the next generation of conservationists.
- Step 1: Take the Pledge
Promise to introduce someone to fishing, hunting, or shooting sports. - Step 2: Share Your Adventure
Post a selfie, group photo, or action shot from your experience. - Step 3: Make It Happen
Get outside, create lasting memories, and help protect the wildlife and wild places we all love.
Conservation
In 1972, Richard Nixon signed the first ever Presidential proclamation of National Hunting and Fishing Day, writing:
"I urge all citizens to join with outdoor sportsmen in the wise use of our natural resources and in insuring their proper management for the benefit of future generations."
Thanks To Our Sponsors
National Hunting & Fishing Day is made possible through the dedicated and generous support of conservation partner organizations who come together to celebrate this day each year alongside the promotion and support of conversation efforts year-round.
Get Involved!
Find an event near you to celebrate NHF Day!