Amendment 83 Could Bring Back Steel-Jawed Leghold Traps, Bear Baiting, Wildlife-Killing Contests in Colorado

Amendment 83 could bring back bear baiting, leghold traps and killing contests

On Nov. 3, Coloradans will vote on Amendment 83. It would amend the state constitution to make hunting and fishing a legal “right,” ensuring “traditional methods.” Amendment 83 would be a disaster for wildlife and wildlife advocates, including ethical hunters. Ted Williams As a lifelong hunter, I have always recognized and promoted hunting as a […]

Vote No on Amendment 83 and Protect Colorado’s Wildlife

Grateful Web urges Colorado voters to reject Amendment 83, an unnecessary constitutional change that could weaken protections for wildlife.

Amendment 83 Could Bring Back Steel-Jawed Leghold Traps, Bear Baiting, Wildlife-Killing Contests in Colorado

Animal Wellness Action is sounding the alarm about this dangerous measure that is opposed by animal advocates and responsible hunters alike. You can tell a lot about Amendment 83 — a measure to enshrine the right to hunt andtrap into Colorado’s constitution — by looking at the handiwork and associations of its architect, Dan Gates. ... The post Amendment 83 Could Bring Back Steel-Jawed Leghold Traps, Bear Baiting, Wildlife-Killing Contests in C…

Vote NO on Amendment 83

Big out of state trophy hunting organizations are working to pull the wool over the eyes of Colorado voters through a ballot initiative that would create a “right to hunt and fish” in the Colorado constitution.  There are lots of...