Hunters, Hunting, and Wildlife Conservation

Hunters play a crucial role in wildlife conservation. Hunting is used by federal and state/provincial agencies to manage wildlife species by protecting and maintaining native populations, controlling over-abundant species,... [ view full abstract ]

Hunters play a crucial role in wildlife conservation. Hunting is used by federal and state/provincial agencies to manage wildlife species by protecting and maintaining native populations, controlling over-abundant species, limiting crop and property damage, and addressing diseased outbreaks, to name a few examples. We share similar successes and problems with wildlife throughout the world. Hunting provides outdoor recreation to millions of people, contributes millions of dollars and euros to local economies, and provides healthy, sustainable food. This symposium will provide a forum for presentations and discussion surrounding international issues regarding hunters, hunting, and wildlife conservation emphasizing similar problems and successes while highlighting approaches used in different national and regional contexts. The symposium will consist of presentations from researchers, agency managers, and non-governmental organizations representing single nations and from those representing multinational organizations.