Economic Impact

ECONOMIC IMPACT STUDY COMPLETED

Gamebirds Produce Significant National and Rural Economic Impacts

The North American Gamebird Association (NAGA) completed a survey of the gamebird and hunting preserve industry. As the popularity of the gamebird production and hunting preserve industries increase, so have their economic impacts. The study was conducted to determine the degree of their significance. In 2003, the gamebird farm and hunting preserve industries injected over $1.6 billion dollars into the Nation’s economy, which stimulated nearly $5.0 billion in economic activity.

For over one hundred years, private individuals in the U.S. have been raising game for release into the wilds. Gamebird producers and hunting preserves are licensed in all 50 states. Built upon foundations of respect for the land and wise-use of renewable resources, these industries provide significant conservation, social and economic benefits.

Preserves protect wildlife and habitat in otherwise shrinking landscapes. Many acres that had been barren of habitat are being restored and replanted for wildlife. This year alone, hunting preserves maintained over 16 million acres, protecting them from development, safeguarding wildlife habitat, and keeping the land in the hands of families who have worked it for generations.

Hunting preserves serve the public in a variety of ways in addition to providing traditional hunting opportunities. Many offer a wide variety of outdoor activities including: hiking trails, bird watching, Sporting Clays, 3-D Archery, fishing, youth hunter safety classes, family events, dog training, handicap hunting opportunities, business meeting areas, dining, camping and more.

NAGA reports, “As stewards of the land, gamebird producers and hunting preserves know the majesty of wildlife and wilderness. We respect the game we take and appreciate the opportunity to continue our traditional occupation. Ours is a business that has as its foundation respect for the land and its inhabitants. It involves ecologically sound practices and responsible care of the land and water. It is based on the wise use of renewable resources. In addition, it boosts the economy, creating jobs and opportunities. The gamebird and hunting preserve industries are vitally important to the future of rural lands, of wildlife, and of the Nation’s economy. Together we can ensure a better quality of life for ourselves and future generations.”

A non-profit trade association, the North American Gamebird Association (NAGA) has been helping gamebird producers and hunting preserve operators for over 70 years. NAGA is leading the field in providing the highest quality wildlife habitat, land restoration and recreational experiences for generations to come. NAGA is dedicated to promoting, protecting and improving the gamebird and hunting preserve industries, and promoting strong ethics and standards of excellence for its members.

Preserving generational lands…through the economy, ecology, and investments in our future.