Hunting

Hunting

Hunting has a long history and may well pre-date modern man. While our earliest ancestors were probably much more primative in their approach, the thrill and excite ment probably has not changed since the development of the bow over 18,000 years ago.

Surveys show nearly 80 percent of Americans support hunting, although less than 10 percent actually participate. These 18.5 million hunters contribute more than $30 billion annually to the U.S. economy and support more than 986,000 jobs. They are the primary financiers (more than $1.5 billion per year) of conservation programs that benefit all Americans who appreciate wildlife and wild places. As the trade association for the firearms, hunting and recreational shooting industry, the National Shooting Sports Foundation supports programs designed to ensure the future of hunting.