Colorado Lead-Free Pilot Program

[Upwolf]

CPW is asking hunter's to participate in a lead-free pilot program in select units for 2025 deer/elk rifle hunts where where is a known presence of bald and golden eagle activity.

I'm curious about this. My initial thoughts are that I can imagine a shotgun blast of lead pellets could have an adverse effect on such birds of prey, but how much would a single projectile (that likely would have a pass through on deer) really effect these birds? Is there research available on this topic that you guys have found to be a good read?

I'm willing to switch to copper for the season I have this year as I'm not really dead set on shooting lead. Do you guys/gals think that Colorado is trending towards lead-free units altogether?

 

[Harvey_NW]

This Hunt Backcountry Podcast is worth a listen.

 

[Upwolf]

Pretty much exactly what I'm looking for, and they include written articles (even though they are both written by jim)... Still good information. Thanks.

 

[ElGuapo]

My Gawd, they really are trying to become California….. Stupid is as Stupid Does….

 

[Huntinmechanic]

CO hunters know what Polis is aiming for. Stay steadfast and fight hard! The lead ammo ban in CA was one of the first domino's to drop in what will eventually be a ban on hunting altogether in the state. Mismanagement of predator and prey species, hound hunting ban, reintroduction of apex predators, taxes on guns and ammo, never ending BS regulations.... All of this lead to the death of what was once, IMHO, the greatest state in the union. Resource rich, diverse landscapes, diverse animal species and countless awesome places to recreate outdoors.

 

[slatebuilder]

This move should not come as a surprise. Some of the biggest names in the hunting influencer space have advocated for giving non hunters a seat at the wildlife management negotiating table. Now the non’s have their seatS. These non hunters do not want a seat at the table. They want to smash the table and burn the pieces.

Take a look at Colorado’s recent commission appointments. How about the recent trapping ban? The leadership in Colorado would love an outright hunting ban.

These are the same people who believe there are more than two genders. How can anyone actually think we will have a conversation based on science with these people?

 

[Jstumbaugh]

NY is pushing to ban lead ammo on state land. Its just a matter of time. They tried to push it through in 2023 also.