National News

NDA Completes 5-Year Habitat Goal in Just One Month on a North Carolina National Forest

Mar 17, 2025 NDA Staff

A key component of the Public Lands Initiative (PLI) is the NDA’s ability to maximize efficiency and streamline operations. Last fall, as part of our PLI, the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) set a goal of…

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NDA Launches National Deer Processor and Venison Donation Map

Mar 3, 2025 NDA Staff

A national map of deer processors, including those that accept venison donations, is now available on the website of the National Deer Association. The map is part of NDA’s effort to help deer hunters maintain…

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Baptist Homes and Healthcare Ministries and Whitetail Properties Win NDA Hunting Heritage Award

Feb 5, 2025 NDA Staff

Two recipients earned the National Deer Association’s 2024 Hunting Heritage Award for outstanding efforts and commitment to furthering the mission of the NDA’s Field to Fork program – our food-focused mentored hunts for adults. They are…

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Mark O. Bara Wins NDA’s Joe Hamilton Lifetime Achievement Award

Feb 4, 2025 NDA Staff

The National Deer Association is pleased to present its 2024 Joe Hamilton Lifetime Achievement Award to Mark O. Bara, wildlife biologist of South Carolina. This award is presented to a person who has dedicated their…

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Missouri Department of Conservation Wins NDA’s 2024 Agency of the Year Award

Feb 4, 2025 NDA Staff

The National Deer Association is pleased to name the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) as its 2024 Agency of the Year Award winner. This award is presented to an agency that has practiced innovative and…

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Jon Cooper of Virginia Wins NDA’s Deer Manager of the Year Award

Feb 4, 2025 NDA Staff

The National Deer Association is pleased to name Jon Cooper of Virginia as its 2024 NDA Deer Manager of the Year Award winner, an award presented to a person or persons who demonstrate outstanding commitment…

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Jeremy Brown of AGFC Wins NDA Professional Deer Manager of the Year Award

Feb 4, 2025 NDA Staff

The National Deer Association is pleased to name Jeremy Brown, Deer Management Assistance Program Coordinator for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, as its 2024 NDA Professional Deer Manager of the Year Award winner. This award…

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Bowhunting World Editor Dave Maas Wins NDA’s Signpost Communicator of the Year Award

Feb 4, 2025 NDA Staff

The National Deer Association is pleased to present its 2024 Signpost Communicator of the Year Award to Dave Maas of Minnesota, Editor of Bowhunting World and Archery Business, as well as the Grand View Outdoors…

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NDA Welcomes New Interns for Spring 2025

Jan 24, 2025 NDA Staff

The National Deer Association (NDA) is pleased to announce the addition of three exceptional interns to its team for the spring season. Mason Vliet, Casey Rotenberger, and Keaton Wright-Chapman will work alongside NDA staff to…

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Jennifer Hodge McLain of South Carolina Joins NDA Board of Directors

Dec 23, 2024 NDA Staff

At their December meeting, the Board of Directors of the National Deer Association voted to welcome Jennifer Hodge McLain of South Carolina as a new member. The Board also re-elected two members, re-elected officers, and…

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