Hunters have an opportunity
The Challenge
Bald and golden eagles face many risks, including electrocutions, collisions, and lead poisoning. Minimizing the number of eagle deaths caused by any one source is essential to maintain the eagle populations in Montana.
The Opportunity
Hunters can reduce the occurrence of lead poisoning in eagles by using lead-free ammunition. For this effort, we are offering eligible hunters in Montana one $40 voucher to offset the cost of one box of factory lead-free ammunition or one box of bullets for reloading used in common rifle calibers for big game hunting. Vouchers are limited.
Who is Eligible?
Where can the Vouchers be Used?
- Momma Bear’s Armory in Gardiner, MT
- RW Outdoors in Sheridan, MT
- Scheels in Missoula, MT
- Selway Armory in Missoula, MT
- Shedhorn Sports in Ennis, MT
- Yellowstone Sporting Goods in Livingston, MT
On June 11, 2022 from 10am to 2pm at Park County Rod & Gun Club in Livingston Montana, hunters joined us for a shooting demonstration to see for yourself the performance of both lead and non-lead ammo. Learn more about this event and see photos here.
Hunters for Eagle Conservation is a program of Conservation Science Global, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, founded in 2016 to advance conservation and management of our natural resources through science and education.