RMEF Grants $400,000 to Support WAFWA Wildlife Movement Projects in Nevada, Washington, Wyoming

February 27, 2026
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The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) just dropped a hefty $400,000 grant to the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (WAFWA), fueling three critical big game conservation projects across Nevada, Washington, and Wyoming. We're talking sagebrush habitat enhancement in Nevada to bolster elk and mule deer winter range, shrubsteppe restoration in Washington for sharper connectivity in fragmented landscapes, and moose GPS collar tracking along Wyoming's Green River to map migration routes with pinpoint precision. This isn't just check-writing—it's boots-on-the-ground science protecting the seasonal corridors that keep North America's iconic herds thriving amid sprawl, energy development, and climate pressures. For the 2A community, this hits home harder than a magnum recoil. Hunters aren't just enthusiasts; we're the backbone of wildlife conservation, ponying up billions through Pittman-Robertson excise taxes on ammo, guns, and gear to fund exactly this kind of work—over $1.7 billion since 1937, with zero general taxpayer dollars. RMEF's move underscores how our outdoor pursuits directly sustain the herds we pursue, countering urban narratives that paint us as habitat destroyers. In a world where anti-hunting zealots push access restrictions, these projects safeguard public lands for ethical harvests, ensuring future generations draw tags on trophy bulls. It's a reminder: our Second Amendment-rooted traditions aren't just about rights—they're about stewardship that keeps wild spaces wild. The implications ripple wider. As migration data from those moose collars informs policy, expect smarter land-use decisions that prioritize wildlife over unchecked development, potentially buffering against federal overreach or green energy boondoggles that fragment ranges. 2A patriots should cheer this as a win for self-reliance in the field—stock up on that hunting ammo knowing your purchases fuel the fight. If you're not yet an RMEF member, join the fray; their 250,000-strong army has conserved 6.3 million acres since '82. Elk don't vote, but they sure migrate better when we back 'em.

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For the 2A community, this hits home harder than a magnum recoil. Hunters aren’t just enthusiasts; we’re the backbone of wildlife conservation, ponying up billions through Pittman-Robertson excise taxes on ammo, guns, and gear to fund exactly this kind of work—over $1.7 billion since 1937, with zero general taxpayer dollars. RMEF’s move underscores how our outdoor pursuits directly sustain the herds we pursue, countering urban narratives that paint us as habitat destroyers. In a world where anti-hunting zealots push access restrictions, these projects safeguard public lands for ethical harvests, ensuring future generations draw tags on trophy bulls. It’s a reminder: our Second Amendment-rooted traditions aren’t just about rights—they’re about stewardship that keeps wild spaces wild.

The implications ripple wider. As migration data from those moose collars informs policy, expect smarter land-use decisions that prioritize wildlife over unchecked development, potentially buffering against federal overreach or green energy boondoggles that fragment ranges. 2A patriots should cheer this as a win for self-reliance in the field—stock up on that hunting ammo knowing your purchases fuel the fight. If you’re not yet an RMEF member, join the fray; their 250,000-strong army has conserved 6.3 million acres since ’82. Elk don’t vote, but they sure migrate better when we back ’em.

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