Whitetails Unlimited is proud to announce its Program Service Initiatives for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The three initiatives are the Anatomy of a Rifle Cartridge, a First Aid Safety Kit, and Kids on Target, our shooting team initiative. Elements of each of these initiatives, all of which support our overall mission, can be found at our events from July 2025 through June 2026.

Before attempting a shot at a deer, sighting-in your rifle and understanding bullet trajectory is necessary for precision and accuracy. Learning these ammunitions basics will help you to not only be a more successful hunter, but also a safer hunter. All members attending a WTU 2025-2026 event will find a pullout poster in the Event Annual booklet with rifle ammunition basics on one side and a deer target on the reverse side.

At Whitetails Unlimited, we strongly advocate for safe hunting, which is why we are also doing our part to promote first aid safety. To create awareness, all members attending a WTU 2025-2026 event will receive a free blaze orange first aid pouch, filled with the basics of first aid safety.

As a part of our mission, Whitetails Unlimited has worked hard to introduce youth to archery, shooting, and hunting. For members who want to join our efforts by taking a youngster to the range and teaching them the basics of firearm safety and usage, free Kids on Target kits will be available at WTU 2025-2026 events.

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About Whitetails Unlimited:

Since our beginning in 1982, Whitetails Unlimited has remained true to its mission and has made great strides in the field of conservation. Thanks to more than 475 chapters, 119,000-plus members, chapter volunteers, and corporate sponsors, Whitetails Unlimited has earned the reputation of being the nation’s premier organization dedicating its resources to the betterment of the white-tailed deer and its environment. Our mission is to raise funds in support of educational programs, wildlife habitat enhancement and acquisition, and preservation of the shooting sports and hunting tradition for future generations. To date, Whitetails Unlimited has expended more than $147 million on program services and activities that continue to enhance, and ultimately foster, our mission. Stay connected with us: Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, WTU Website

For more information, contact:

Russ Austad, VP of Field Operations

(920) 743-6777, ext. 102

Chris Konop, VP of Field Operations

(920) 743-6777, ext. 128