The USA Shooting Team, home of 2012 Olympic hopefuls, is honored to celebrate its place as the honorary chair of National Hunting and Fishing Day with special athlete appearances. USA Shooting Team members Collin Wietfeldt, Teresa Meyer, Rachael Heiden, Brian Beaman, John Mullins, Jaiden Grinnell, Frank Thompson and Mike Anti will be available for autographs, hunting and/or fishing discussions and pictures at select Cabela’s locations on September 25th and 26th. For a complete listing of the athlete appearances, please see below.
National Hunting and Fishing Day was established by Congress to recognize hunters and anglers for their leadership in fish and wildlife conservation. Since launching in 1972, the day has been formally proclaimed by every U.S. President and countless governors and mayors. The year’s celebration takes place on Saturday, September 25th and will continue throughout the weekend at various NHF Day events.
As the World’s Foremost Outfitter, Cabela’s is proud to take part in and support National Hunting and Fishing Day. “National Hunting and Fishing Day is a great opportunity to share the fun and excitement of outdoor recreation, as well as the tremendous conservation and economic benefits provided by America’s hunters and anglers,” said Tommy Millner, Cabela’s Chief Executive Officer. “We’re proud to support this celebration which has become an important tradition.”
Many members of the USA Shooting Team are active hunters and anglers, continuing long traditions as outdoor enthusiasts. Buddy DuVall of USA Shooting, the national governing body for Olympic shooting sports, said, “Our team is thrilled to serve for National Hunting and Fishing Day. It’s a great honor to recognize our roots in hunting and fishing, raise awareness of conservation and build appreciation for the sportsmen and women of America.”
For a chance to meet members of the USA Shooting Team, please visit the following Cabela’s locations:
Dundee, Mich. – Collin Wietfeldt, Teresa Meyer, Rachael Heiden
Mitchell, S.D. – Brian Beaman
Lacey, Wash. – John Mullins, Jaiden Grinnell
Sidney, Neb. – Frank Thompson, Mike Anti
About USA Shooting:
USA Shooting, a 501c3 non-profit corporation, was chartered by the United States Olympic Committee as the National Governing Body for the sport of shooting in April 1995. USA Shooting’s mission is to prepare American athletes to win Olympic medals, promote the shooting sports throughout the U.S. and govern the conduct of international shooting in the country. Check us out on the web at www.usashooting.org and on Twitter at twitter.com/USAShooting.
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