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Largest Hunting and Fishing Access Expansion in U.S. History | TSV Roundup Week of August 17th, 2026
More public access is opening up this fall, but hunters and anglers need to know where.
The Department of the Interior has finalized the largest expansion of hunting and sport fishing opportunities in U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service history, creating nearly 1,500 new opportunities across 111 national wildlife refuges and fish hatcheries in 32 states. More than 92 million acres, representing over 95% of the National Wildlife Refuge System, are now available for hunting.
The Sportsman’s Voice Roundup breaks down what this expanded access means for hunters, anglers, and anyone looking for new…
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