June 20, 2013 – Southwick Associates, June 2013 Newsletter -The money invested in supporting natural resource conservation, specifically for those programs designed to manage wildlife and fish populations along with their habitat, provide much more than mere recreational benefits for those who hunt, fish or watch wildlife. These investments actually serve as a powerful driver of economic benefits that generate a positive ripple effect throughout the American economy. The report, “The Conservation Economy in America: Direct Investments and Economic Contributions,” written and researched by Southwick Associates for The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation sheds light on the true nature and impact of these investments.
News & Events
NSSF Study Shows Lower-Than-Expected Rates of Hunting Among Recent Hunter Ed Graduates
May 16, 2013 – NSSF Study Shows Lower-Than-Expected Rates of Hunting Among Recent Hunter Ed Graduates – Filled classrooms at Hunter Safety courses are a good thing, but perhaps more important is the number of students that actually participate in hunting after they graduate. A recent survey, funded by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) and conducted by Southwick Associates, focused on participation levels of students in the years immediately following their graduation from hunter education class.
Half of All Shooting Sportsmen Give or Receive Gifts Essential to Their Sport During Holidays
April, 30, 2013 – Half of All Shooting Sportsmen Give or Receive Gifts Essential to Their Sport During Holidays – When it comes to selecting the perfect holiday gift or finding that present for the person who has everything, sportsmen know when buying for a fellow shooter or hunter that something related to their sport is sure to please.
One in Five Anglers Lose Access to Favorite Fishing Spots
April 26, 2013 – One in Five Anglers Lose Access to Favorite Fishing Spots – The number of anglers who had to cancel a fishing trip or stop fishing a particular location last year because they lost access to a favorite fishing spot overall has not changed compared to last year.
Southwick Associates March 2013 Newsletter
March 19, 2013 – Southwick Associates, March 2013 Newsletter – Welcome to the Southwick Associates newsletter focusing on the economics, business and statistics of fish, wildlife, and their associated outdoor recreations.
With Ammunition Costs On the Rise, Some Shooters Turn to Reloading
March 12, 2013 – With Ammunition Costs On the Rise, Some Shooters Turn to Reloading – With soaring ammunition costs and shortages of cartridges on store shelves making headlines in recent months, many shooters are wondering how they are going to find or afford enough rounds to keep enjoying their sport as much as they always have.
Reasons for Hunting Are Diverse
March 6, 2013 – Reasons for Hunting Are Diverse – American sportsmen hail from every walk of life imaginable, and just as they are a diverse crowd, so too are their reasons for participating in hunting. While many portray hunting as an intense effort to get game, the reality is the overall outdoor experience holds much more sway in attracting people to the sport.
Sportsmen’s Activity Report: States Benefit from Economic Impact of Hunting
April, 30, 2013 – Sportsmen’s Activity Report: States Benefit from Economic Impact of Hunting – The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) has released a major new report documenting the importance of hunting activities to the U.S. economy. NSSF is the trade association for the firearms, ammunition, hunting and shooting sports industry.
Top Fishing Equipment Brands for 2012
February 28, 2013 – Top Fishing Equipment Brands for 2012 – Southwick Associates’ AnglerSurvey.com announced the brands and products anglers purchased most frequently in 2012. This list has been compiled from the 15,819 internet-based surveys completed by anglers who volunteered to participate last year in AnglerSurvey.com polls.
Top Hunting and Shooting Equipment Brands for 2012
February 27, 2013 – Top Hunting and Shooting Equipment Brands for 2012 – Southwick Associates has announced the brands hunters and shooters purchased most frequently in 2012. This list has been compiled from the 35,081 internet-based surveys completed by hunters and target shooters who volunteered to participate last year in HunterSurvey.com and ShooterSurvey.com polls. In 2012, top brands included: