NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: April 14, 2018 Contact: Mike Laughter, mlaughter@muledeer.org, (801) 391-0567 Mule Deer Foundation Hires Korley Sears as Arizona Regional Director Salt Lake City, Utah: The Mule Deer Foundation announced today that Korley Sears has been hired as the new regional director for the state of Arizona. Sears, who lives in Tucson, has a diversity of […]
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Mule Deer Foundation puts money back on the ground near Van Horn
The Van Horn Advocate April 9, 2018 Submitted by Colleen Payne, New Mexico Regional Director Mule Deer Foundation The Mule Deer Foundation in partnership with Texas Parks and Wildlife, Borderlands Research Institute and Sul Ross State University recently completed a habitat improvement project on the Sierra Diablo Wildlife Management Area northwest of Van Horn. Over […]
Idaho: Apply for Moose, Bighorn Sheep and Mountain Goat Hunts in April
The application period for Idaho’s moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat controlled hunts runs April 1 through April 30 and applications can be made at any Fish and Game office, license vendor, by telephone, or apply online.
Mule Deer Foundation launching Carson City chapter
Hunting and conservation enthusiasts are being recruited for the Mule Deer Foundation’s newest chapter, which is being established in Carson City. The conservation organization, headquartered in Salt Lake City, has chapters in all western states. Volunteers are needed to fundraise and use the money for projects like re-seeding areas damaged by fire, fixing or installing […]
2018 Colorado Statewide Deer Raffle – Buy Your Tickets Now!
The Mule Deer Foundation is conducting a raffle for a premiere hunting opportunity in Colorado. Net proceeds will be used by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife for conservation projects which benefit big game and other wildlife species in Colorado. The winner will have the opportunity to hunt extended seasons throughout the state for the specific […]
Adam Weatherby Joins Mule Deer Foundation Board of Directors
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: February 26, 2018 Contact: Jared Wire, jared@muledeer.org, (801) 973-3940 Salt Lake City, Utah: Adam Weatherby, President and CEO of Weatherby, Inc. has volunteered to serve as a member of the Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) board of directors. Weatherby joined the board at its meeting held during the recent Western Hunting […]
MDF Seeking Arizona Regional Director Position
Mule Deer Foundation Seeking Conservation, Fundraising Professional for Arizona Regional Director Position Salt Lake City, Utah: The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF), one of the most rapidly growing hunting organizations in the country, is actively seeking applications for its regional director position in the state of Arizona. Individuals with strong fundraising, organization and interpersonal skills as […]
MDF Seeking Conservation, Fundraising Professional for Arizona Regional Director Position
Salt Lake City, Utah: The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF), one of the most rapidly growing hunting organizations in the country, is actively seeking applications for its regional director position in the state of Arizona. Individuals with strong fundraising, organization and interpersonal skills as well as a passion for mule deer conservation are encouraged to apply. […]
Limited Edition Henry “One of Twenty” Rifle Auction to Support Mule Deer Foundation
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: December 18, 2017 Contact: Brian Fienhold, brian@muledeer.org, 801-973-3940 Limited Edition Henry “One of Twenty” Rifle Auction to Support Mule Deer Foundation Salt Lake City, UT: Henry Repeating Arms has donated one of 20 Big Boy .44 magnum special edition lever action rifles to the Mule Deer Foundation to support […]
7 deer poached, left to waste in Southern Utah
UTAH: St George News: 7 deer poached, left to waste in Southern Utah Written by Kimberly Scott December 14, 2017 This buck was poached and left to waste, Kane County, Utah, October 2017 | Photo courtesy of Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, St. George News ST. GEORGE — An investigation is underway into the poaching […]
2018 WESTERN HUNTING & CONSERVATION EXPO SURE TO IMPRESS
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: December 15, 2017 Contact: Miles Moretti, (801) 230-2207, miles@muledeer.org Troy Justensen, (801) 557-3352, troy@sfw.net 2018 Western Hunting & Conservation Expo Sure to Impress Salt Lake City, Utah: The Mule Deer Foundation and Sportsmen for Fish and Wildlife’s 2018 Western Hunting & Conservation Expo (WHCE) will be a must-attend event […]
Montana Mule Deer suspected of Chronic Wasting Disease
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: November 10, 2017 Contact: Chad Klinkenborg, chad@muledeer.org, 406-570-4271 Montana Mule Deer suspected of Chronic Wasting Disease MDF Supporting Outreach and Detection Efforts Bozeman, MT: A hunter-harvested mule deer shot 10 miles southeast of Bridger, Montana is suspected of having Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), according to Montana Fish Wildlife and […]
Mule Deer Foundation Opposes Proposed Arizona Ballot Initiative to End Mountain Lion, Bobcat Hunting
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: October 30, 2017 Contact: Miles Moretti, miles@muledeer.org, (801) 230-2207 Mule Deer Foundation Opposes Proposed Arizona Ballot Initiative to End Mountain Lion, Bobcat Hunting Salt Lake City, Utah: The Mule Deer Foundation opposes the proposed ballot initiative in Arizona that would end hunting of mountain lions and bobcats. MDF believes that […]
Mule Deer Foundation Partners with QuietKat to Provide Members Another Way to Support the Organization
For Immediate Release: October 16, 2017 Contact:Rob Weekes, MDF Director of Marketing and Development (719) 351-5716rob@muledeer.org Pete Scales, QuietKat Director of Sales and Marketing (970) 328-2399 x27 pete@quietkat.com Mule Deer Foundation Partners with QuietKat to Provide Members Another Way to Support the Organization Salt Lake City, Utah: The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) announced a […]
Mule Deer Foundation Cheers Sagebrush Restoration, Sportsmen’s Access Provisions in DOI Order
Salt Lake City, Utah: The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) applauded today’s Department of the Interior Secretarial Order focused on sportsmen’s issues and habitat conservation. Secretarial Order 3356 shows the department’s strong commitment to outdoor recreationists through increased access, improved opportunities for youth and disabled sportsmen, and partnerships with state and non-profit groups on wildlife habitat restoration projects. The […]
Oklahoma Hunter Drawn for Colorado Special Deer License
For Immediate Release: July 5, 2017 Contact: Marty Holmes, (719) 221-0732, marty@muledeer.org Oklahoma Hunter Drawn for Colorado Special Deer License Salt Lake City, Utah: The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) announced today that Trevor Keeler of Atoka, Oklahoma won the drawing for the Colorado special deer license. “I can’t believe I won, I bought six […]
Venison donation feeds more than 500 homeless Utahns
Venison donation feeds more than 500 homeless Utahns By Ashley Stilson – Deseret News.com SALT LAKE CITY — Between 400 and 500 people each day eat lunch or dinner at St. Vincent de Paul Dining Hall, or “Vinny’s,” as the locals call it. It’s a service provided through Catholic Community Services of Utah. Many of the people […]
Mule Deer Foundation Recognizes Top Volunteers and Chapters at Volunteer Recognition Breakfast
Salt Lake City, Utah: During the recent Western Hunting & Conservation Expo, Mule Deer Foundation volunteers and chapters were recognized for their outstanding efforts for on-the-ground conservation and fundraising. The Expo provides the opportunity for volunteers, staff, board members, outdoor celebrities, and many others to celebrate the organization’s achievements accomplished by the chapters. “MDF’s volunteers […]
Mule Deer Foundation Elects New Board Vice Chair, Welcomes New Members
Salt Lake City, Utah: During the recent Mule Deer Foundation board meeting at the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo, Aaron Oelger, Marketing Director for Hodgdon Powder, was selected as the next Vice Chairman of the board. Oelger replaces Bethany Erb who served two years as vice chair. In addition, two new board members, Jim Lawrence […]
Mule Deer Foundation Congratulates Ryan Zinke on Confirmation as Secretary of the Interior
Salt Lake City, Utah: Today, the U.S. Senate confirmed Ryan Zinke as the new Secretary of the Interior by a vote of 68-31. The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) issued its congratulations to Secretary Zinke and offered its help to work with him on the complex conservation challenges found across the West. The following is a […]
