Expanded hunting allowed on federal refuges, traditional lead ammunition remains permissible
The Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has announced an expansion of hunting and fishing opportunities on national wildlife refuges, as part of the 2025-2026 Station-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations.
The new regulations cover more than 87,000 acres of newly open areas for hunting and sport fishing, and will be implemented at 16 units of the National Wildlife Refuge System and one national fish hatchery.
The FWS Director, Brian Nesvik, stated that the new opportunities are compatible with their conservation mission, and that they significantly benefit the outdoors by helping manage wildlife populations.
Hunting and fishing promote outdoor stewardship and contribute to local economies. The FWS has largely maintained the use of lead ammunition, although the 2025-2026 Station-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations do not explicitly address the use of lead ammunition.
The decision to expand hunting and fishing opportunities is closely watched by both hunters, animal advocates, and parties involved in the 2025-2026 Station-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations. Both parties' administrations have historically supported these regulations, and they are traditionally accompanied by expressions of support for hunters and fishermen.
However, the search results do not provide information about the 16 specific units of the National Wildlife Refuge System where fishing and hunting regulations are expanded or newly introduced according to the 2025-2026 Station-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing regulation.
The 2025-2026 Station-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations reiterate the benefits of hunting and fishing, including their role in managing wildlife populations, promoting outdoor stewardship, and contributing to local economies. The additional hunting and fishing opportunities are part of these regulations.
The FWS Director's announcement of the new hunting and fishing opportunities was made in conjunction with the release of the 2025-2026 Station-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations. The regulations continue to emphasize the compatibility of these activities with the conservation mission of the Fish and Wildlife Service.
In conclusion, the Fish and Wildlife Service's decision to expand hunting and fishing opportunities on national wildlife refuges is a significant step towards promoting outdoor stewardship, managing wildlife populations, and contributing to local economies. The specific units where the regulations will be implemented remain to be announced.
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