If Washington trophy hunters get their way, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife could reverse their November 19, 2021 decision to ban spring bear hunting. Thousands of people opposed the hunt, which targets bears when they're most vulnerable. The Commissioners who voted against the hunt stated that the spring bear hunt contradicts the agency's own science, research, and game management plan.
Here's what you can do to help!
Click on this official WA state link and leave a comment. As always, keep the comments professional. You can simply say, "I oppose spring bear hunting." Every comment counts. Together we CAN stop this!!!
https://publicinput.com/SpringBearPetition102
Attend WDFW online commission meeting this THURSDAY, February 18, 2022. Pre-register to speak during Open Public Input for items not on the agenda.
https://wdfw.wa.gov/about/commission/meetings/public-testimony
Stay tuned. More calls to action are to come. Thank you for being a voice for Washington bears!
https://www.beardefenders.org/