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Bill Perkins
Scholastic Action Shooting Program -Western Region Field Representative
I have been involved in youth firearms safety and training for almost 30 years. I spent 10 years involved with the NRA Whittington Center youth Adventure Camp program and am now with the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation. I also am involved with the Boy Scouts of America
The Scholastic Action Shooting Program is a feeder sport to the U.S. Olympic shooting teams. My shooting teams organize and offer the NSSF First Shots program to the general public several times each year.
Awards: Boy Scouts Silver Beaver
www.MySASP.com
Scholastic Action Shooting Program – Facebook
Ask me why shooting sports a good opportunity for so many youth athletes!
Lydia Rodgers
Arizona Huntress—Founder
As a native Arizonan, I have always enjoyed our outdoors. However, was not raised in a family who shared that passion. When I became an adult, I found someone who was into archery and was learning how to archery hunt. I wanted to be apart of it! So I began learning alongside that person. As a domestic violence survivor and someone who struggled with anxiety, I found archery to be very therapeutic! After a long, hard day at work, I’d come home and sling a few arrows down to the target and found myself calm and with a clear mind. January 2017, I then began learning about archery hunting and camping. It just clicked – I WAS MEANT TO BE AN OUTDOORS WOMAN! I joined multiple social media groups trying to connect with others who shared these interest, ask questions, etc. Much to my dismay, I realized hunting was a male-dominated lifestyle and had a hard time connecting with fellow women. So in July 2017, I decided to create a group for WOMEN. This way there would be a supportive place to freely ask questions, share our stories of our adventures – whether they were successes or defeats. I was able to share about Arizona Huntress as of Late 2022 we are 1200 women strong throughout the state & growing! We have females of all ages in our group that share love for ANYTHING & EVERYTHING outdoors – not just hunting! It has been an honor and pleasure learning as I lead this sisterhood and I hope that our sisterhood continues to grow as we share our passion with other women!
Ask me how I built Arizona Huntress
Louis Juers
AZ State Parks — Arizona Family Campout Coordinator
Arizona Family Campout Program weekends are designed for families with kids that have little or no experience camping. We will introduce you to the great experiences you can share with your family and inspire you to continue to explore the great outdoors from one of our campgrounds! You will learn how to set up a tent and an introduction to cooking outside, plus you will get to try some fun activities you can do while camping!
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Ask me where my secret fishing hole is!
John Doss
Fly Fishers Arizona—President
John has been a key contributor in a variety of conservation, community outreach and fly fishing education initiatives in the state of Arizona.
Initially John joined the Arizona Fly Casters and being a veteran himself was heavily involved in Project Healing Waters (Disable Veterans) and joined the Board as the Communication Chair. John also launched a very successful Social media site called AZFishbook which has 5000+ members from around the world. What started as a site to connect locals and local clubs, has blossomed into a world wide communication tool to share Arizona fishing and Fly Fishing travel
Overlapping his service with AFC, John joined Trout Unlimited servicing on the Zane Grey Chapters as well as the State council chapter as communication chair, and Secretary for the Trout Unlimited State Council. He also teamed with Jim Walker to implement the Trout In the Classroom Project which has grown from 1 school to 40 schools in the past 6 years.
Recently he started a new organization “Fly Fishers Arizona ” a 501c3 focused on Youth and New fly anglers Education, Conservation and Community Outreach. Over the past year Fly Fishers Arizona has educated over 500 youth and new Fly Fishing prospects. FFAZ has been involved in projects from Tucson to Cottonwood, AZ.
Ask me how I got into flyfishing!
Taylor Lee
Arizona Mule Deer Organization—Board Member
Taylor is an Air Force Veteran, born and raised in North Dakota where he got his fill of whitetail hunting. He currently works in the banking industry. Taylor moved to Arizona in 2017 and joined the board in 2019. He’s an avid deer and upland bird hunter. AMDO’s youth engagement drew him to the organization. He also enjoys the energy and generosity of the AMDO banquets. And like all of us, he’s always dreaming of that next big buck! I have been an avid deer and upland hunter my whole life. From the Midwest, but love hunting all over for all kinds of species. Taylor is also a member of Valley of the Sun Quail Forever
Ask me what my approach is when butchering a deer!
Andrew Limmer
Ducks Unlimited—Regional Director AZ/NM
I was raised in Green Bay Wisconsin where I learned to appreciate the value of wetlands and their associated habitats. As duck hunting became my main hobby through college I began to realize the importance of protecting the places we love to hunt-not just for the ducks but for the benefit they give all people. Spending more time outdoors became our main priority which brought us to Arizona so we can enjoy year round activites outdoors. My wife Taylor, daughter Zoe & black lab Chief have resided in Estrella Mountain Ranch since January of 2022.
Ask me about the history of Ducks unlimited!
Doug Burt
Arizona Game and Fish Department-Recruitment, Retention, Reactivation Manager
Doug is the Hunter / Angler Recruitment, Retention, Reactivation Manager at the Arizona Game and Fish Department. He has 10+ years experience coordinating and collaborating with conservation partners in Arizona to offer numerous public learn- to-hunt events and programs under one calendar. Evens range from introductory one day workshops to advanced skill weekend camps located throughout the state. Extensive knowledge in customer experience, program evaluation. He is an avid dove hunter, enjoys exploring Arizona, and is passionate about national R3 efforts.
Outdoor Skills Network- Facebook
Jess Warner
National Wild Turkey Federation – R3 Coordinator
Niche-less Outdoorsman who identifies as a Bird Nerd. I’ve also been known to carry a camera from time to time. Jess is also a member of Quail Forever. He was most recently a wildlife biologist at Sky Harbor Airport in Phoenix, Arizona, a position where he worked with private and government agencies throughout the aviation world. A native of New York, he previously worked for the State Department of Environmental Conservation where he was responsible for the implementation and execution of the Landowner Incentive Program. He’s the host of a podcast geared toward helping new hunters of all ages learn and prosper in the outdoor realm
Ask me how I got involved with R3 (Recruitment, Retention, Reactivation)