# Episode 47 - Colorado’s Right to Hunt and Fish Fight Explained

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Podcast: [Hunt. Fish. Freedom. - Presented By The International Order of T Roosevelt](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hunt-fish-freedom-presented-by-the-international-order-of-t-roosevelt-7269341)
Published: 2026-06-12T07:05:00+00:00
Episode link: https://t-roosevelt.org/
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The future of hunting and fishing may depend on what happens next in Colorado. Colorado has long been considered one of the crown jewels of North American hunting and fishing. From world-class elk hunting and mule deer opportunities to trout fishing on iconic western waters, the state's outdoor heritage helps define the sporting culture of the American West. That heritage is now at the center of a major conservation battle. Leaders from the International Order of T. Roosevelt join Colorado wildlife advocate Dan Gates to discuss the growing effort to establish a constitutional right to hunt and fish in Colorado. The conversation explores why sportsmen are working to make Colorado the 25th state to adopt these protections and what it could mean for the future of wildlife management nationwide. Listeners will hear how recent ballot fights, including Colorado's mountain lion and bobcat hunting battle, exposed increasing pressure from animal rights groups seeking to restrict hunting, fishing, trapping, and predator management. The discussion also examines the broader threats emerging across the West, including Oregon's controversial initiative that could criminalize hunting, fishing, ranching, and other traditional outdoor activities. This conversation goes beyond politics. It dives into science-based wildlife management, conservation funding, public lands, hunting heritage, and why sportsmen believe proactive action is critical to protecting hunting and fishing opportunities for future generations. Whether you're a hunter, angler, trapper, conservationist, or simply someone who values America's outdoor traditions, this is a conversation that highlights what's at stake and why Colorado has become a national battleground for the future of hunting and fishing. Follow the show…

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