Anonymous Donor Accelerates NDA’s Public Hunting Land Improvement Initiative

October 7, 2021 – With sincere gratitude, the National Deer Association (NDA) announces a gift from an anonymous donor in the amount of $180,000 to support NDA’s recently-announced national initiative known as Improving Access, Habitat and Deer Hunting on Public Lands, a project that leverages the needs of hunters on public lands with NDA’s expertise and conservation partners, including the U.S. Forest Service. This gift will accelerate the project’s work, allowing NDA to reach a goal of improving 1 million acres of public land by 2026, at least five years ahead of earlier expectations.

“This project directly improves hunting access for hunters and habitat on the ground while allowing us to reinvest funds back into conservation,” said NDA Chief Conservation Officer Kip Adams. “This transformational gift will allow us to impact more acres in the Northeast, Southeast and Western U.S. in a much shorter time frame. This is fantastic for deer herds and deer hunters.”

Through an agreement, NDA, USFS and shared stewardship coordinators mutually identify and select proposed projects for completion on public lands. These may include prescribed fire treatments; vegetation management such as timber thinning to promote healthy forests; watershed restoration and maintenance; control of noxious and exotic species and the reestablishment of native species; recreational facility management; and road and trail maintenance or decommissioning to restore and improve water quality.

Work in Kentucky and Mississippi will impact an estimated 55,000 to 65,000 acres, and NDA and USFS are on track to have projects in six states totaling 175,000 to 265,000 acres in 2022.

The NDA donor believes in the project’s mission of ensuring the future of wild deer through habitat management as well as NDA’s mission. If you or anyone you know may be interested in helping us reach our goals with this initiative and supporting our mission, please contact our Chief Development Officer, Lauren Varner, at lauren@deerassociation.com.

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About the National Deer Association

Formally launched on November 10, 2020, the National Deer Association is a non-profit deer conservation group that leads efforts to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Formed by combining the strengths of two long-serving, successful organizations, the National Deer Association has a combined 38 years of action that has changed deer management for the betterment of hunting and protected North America’s most vital and admired game species for future generations. Visit DeerAssociation.com or follow @deerassociation on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

NDA Helps Indiana DNR Increase CWD Monitoring and Prevention

September 28, 2021 – The National Deer Association (NDA) is stepping up to assist Indiana DNR increase the number of chronic wasting disease (CWD) samples they can collect from hunter-harvested deer by designing and implementing a CWD sampling program among Indiana taxidermists and deer processors. 

“I am happy we can assist the Indiana DNR in increasing the number of CWD samples they’re able to collect in the upcoming deer season,” said Kip Adams, NDA Chief Conservation Officer. “Utilizing taxidermists and deer processors is a great targeted surveillance strategy, and this program will enhance the state’s disease monitoring efforts.”

CWD has not been detected in Indiana, however it has been detected in several bordering states including Illinois, Michigan and Ohio. Should it spread into Indiana, early detection is critical to preventing its growth and holding prevalence rates low.

NDA will help identify participating Indiana taxidermists and deer processors who will collect hunter-harvested, wild deer CWD samples then issue payments based upon the number of samples collected by the participating taxidermist/deer processor. The extra administrative help from NDA will increase the number of samples DNR can collect, making it possible to better monitor for CWD in Indiana.

For more information about CWD, visit https://www.deerassociation.com/cwd/

About the National Deer Association

Formally launched on November 10, 2020, the National Deer Association is a non-profit deer conservation group that leads efforts to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Formed by combining the strengths of two long-serving, successful organizations, the National Deer Association has a combined 38 years of action that has changed deer management for the betterment of hunting and protected North America’s most vital and admired game species for future generations. Visit DeerAssociation.com or follow @deerassociation on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

National Deer Association (NDA) Announces Partnership with LaCrosse Footwear, Inc®

September 23, 2021 – The National Deer Association (NDA) has announced a new partnership with LaCrosse Footwear, Inc®. Both the LaCrosse Footwear and Danner® brands have been industry favorites for decades, known for high performance and high-quality footwear designed for the most demanding hunts and a variety of other applications. LaCrosse will play a key role in assisting NDA’s mission and supporting NDA’s efforts in the field.  

“We are very excited to announce this partnership and are looking forward to a bright future alongside LaCrosse,” said NDA President and CEO Nick Pinizzotto. “LaCrosse puts a large focus on the preservation of hunting and habitats. This partnership will allow our organizations to have a greater impact on our valuable resources to ensure they are preserved for generations to come.”

LaCrosse Footwear is a proven leader in innovative, quality and performance-based footwear. Leveraging the rich history and strength of the LaCrosse® and Danner® brands, the company is well established in multiple distribution channels. Its iconic brands are well known in the work and outdoor markets with premium products designed to keep people on the move in hunt, work, uniform, military and outdoor recreation activities.

“Here at LaCrosse, hunting is part of our DNA and a tradition that we’re fiercely passionate about,” said Troy Hellman, LaCrosse Brand Marketing Manager. “For over a century, we’ve built boots that allow you to spend more time outdoors, whether hunting, scouting or tending to the land. We’re proud to partner with the National Deer Association to encourage others to be advocates for the future of hunting and conservation. 

To learn more about LaCrosse Footwear, please visit: LaCrosseFootwear.com

For information on how to become an NDA Sponsor or Partner, call 800-209-DEER.

About the National Deer Association

Formally launched on November 10, 2020, the National Deer Association is a non-profit deer conservation group that leads efforts to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Formed by combining the strengths of two long-serving, successful organizations, the National Deer Association has a combined 38 years of action that has changed deer management for the betterment of hunting and protected North America’s most vital and admired game species for future generations. Visit DeerAssociation.com or follow @deerassociation on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.