Imagine living in a socialist nation where fishing opportunities were scarce, gun rights were nonexistent, freedom wasn’t within reach, and the government gets away with pollution while blaming private enterprise for their sins. That is the childhood my father, Boris Hoffman, had growing up in Soviet-occupied Lithuania. Since moving to the U.S., my father has …
In Episode 23 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discuss how the “Green New Deal” is not only awful for the environment, it’ll kill conservation efforts, boating, and other activities that involve traditional energy sources. Plus, she discussed Pennsylvania’s Sunday Hunting bill being considered and animal rights activists interfering with ray fishing management efforts in Maryland. …
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In Episode 22 of District of Conservation, I discussed a lot of news—starting with how pro-gun interests in Virginia will benefit from the fallout of political chaos befalling Governor Ralph Northam (D-VA) and Lt. Government Justin Fairfax. I also discussed appearing in both Field & Stream and Outdoor Life for the first time. I wrote …
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In Episode 21 of District of Conservation, Gabriella reviews her recent trip to SHOT Show and previews her upcoming articles reviewing the show for a big outdoor publication and ReelCamo Girl. She also discusses why it’s good to see U.S. Department of Interior / US Fish and Wildlife Service social media up and running again …
In Episode 20 of District of Conservation, I update listeners on the status of Governor Northam’s (D-VA) anti-gun package—most of which were defeated—and three surprisingly good hunting bills before the General Assembly this legislative session. Listen to the full episode below: *SHOW NOTES* Gutowski on assault weapons bans bill still in the Senate: https://freebeacon.com/issues/gun-confiscation-plan-backed-by-va-gov-defeated-in-house-awaits-vote-in-senate/ HB …
In Episode 19 of District of Conservation, Gabriella recaps the 19th annual Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival. I also conducted four mini interviews with four outdoor communicators at the show: —Emily George, outdoor writer, SEOPA member, and content specialist at Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries Instagram: www.instagram.com/em_georgee —Debbie Hanson, outdoor …
In EP 18 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses the signing of the Modern Fish Act into law, the upcoming gun legislation in Virginia’s General Assembly, and her fishing/hunting goals for 2019. Here’s the full episode: Here’s the gist: I explained the importance of the Modern Fish Act becoming law. I discussed how unreasonable Gov. …
In Episode 17 of District of Conservation, Gabriella sits down with Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow (CFACT)’s campus division, which is run by Adam Houser and Graham Beduze. It was recorded in SW Florida over the weekend at their Eco Summit, where Gabriella delivered a “Hunting is Conservation” speech to student leaders. Here’s the full …
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In Episode 16 of District of Conservation, I discuss what Ryan Zinke’s departure as Interior Secretary means, discuss his various accomplishments for hunting/shooting sports/fishing, and who his likely successor will be. Listen to the full episode here: Here’s the gist: I discussed the news of Zinke’s departure from Department of Interior, fairly assess his …
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In Episode 15 of District of Conservation, I discuss a multitude of issues related to sportsmen including the battle of the sage grouse conservation plan of 2015 and revisions to it; the “Sportsmen’s Package” to pass in Congress; and changes to the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule clarifying “navigable waters” designations. Here’s the …