U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Thomas Decker | SHOT Show TV Interviews | 2024
The 2022 National Survey on Angling, Hunting, and Wildlife Watching reveals that approximately 5% of Americans hunt, while 16% participate in target shooting, with around 49 million Americans engaging in target shooting. A surprising finding is that more anglers participate in target shooting than hunters. The survey highlights the significant economic and social importance of these activities, emphasizing how excise taxes on firearms, ammunition, and archery equipment fund conservation efforts, shooting ranges, and access areas.











