1 October 2008
[Federal Register: October 1, 2008 (Volume 73, Number 191)]
[Presidential Documents]
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From the Federal Register Online via GPO Access [wais.access.gpo.gov]
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Part III
The President
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Proclamation 8295--National Hunting and Fishing Day, 2008
Presidential Documents
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Title 3--
The President
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Proclamation 8295 of September 26, 2008
National Hunting and Fishing Day, 2008
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
From our rugged peaks and mountains to our shining
seas, our Nation is blessed with remarkable natural
treasures. These magnificent landscapes are places
where families and friends can create lasting memories
and enjoy the outdoors. On National Hunting and Fishing
Day, our country honors the many contributions of
America's hunters and anglers, who add to our heritage
and keep our wildlife populations healthy and strong.
Our Nation's sportsmen and women are among our foremost
conservationists. They care deeply about our wildlife
habitats, and they have contributed billions of dollars
to wildlife restoration through the Pittman-Robertson
Act, which is a levy on certain sporting goods. This
investment has helped restore many species, including
the American elk, black bear, and wild turkey. Through
the Federal Waterfowl Stamp program, the conservation
of habitats for migratory birds has been greatly
improved. By protecting our Nation's wildlife, we can
continue to advance the values of good stewardship.
My Administration has created, protected, and restored
millions of acres of wetlands. Through my Ocean Action
Plan, we are protecting fish populations and marine
habitat. I was pleased to amend Executive Order 12962
to recognize the value of recreational fishing as a
sustainable activity in Federal waters. We have also
improved the health of millions of acres of forests
under the Healthy Forests Restoration Act. This
important legislation is helping to protect our public
lands from the risk of catastrophic wildfires and
contributes to a healthier environment for all
Americans.
On this special day, we remember our responsibility to
preserve the great American landscape for future
generations, and we celebrate the joy of hunting and
fishing in the great outdoors.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the
United States of America, by virtue of the authority
vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United
States, do hereby proclaim September 27, 2008, as
National Hunting and Fishing Day. I call upon the
people of the United States to join me in recognizing
the contributions of America's hunters and anglers, and
all those who work to conserve our Nation's fish and
wildlife resources.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
twenty-sixth day of September, in the year of our Lord
two thousand eight, and of the Independence of the
United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
third.
(Presidential Sig.)
[FR Doc. E8-23326
Filed 9-30-08; 11:15 am]
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