Hunting Access Is Changing: What Trump’s Executive Order Could Mean

Could a new executive order change how hunting access is handled on federal lands? Robbie and Ashlee break down the Hunting Heritage Executive Order, including its direction to expand hunting, fishing, and shooting access, improve access to landlocked public lands, and encourage coordination with states.

They explain the order’s central shift: federal agencies are directed to start from a presumption of access, while still recognizing that specific laws and land purposes may limit hunting in some places. They also discuss why opening access is only part of the picture—adequate funding, staffing, and law enforcement will be essential to manage public lands responsibly.

What could this mean for hunters, anglers, and the future of public land access? Listen for a practical rundown of the policy and the challenges ahead.