California Waterfowl Association

CALIFORNIA'S OUTDOOR SPORTING CAUCUS

New Co-Chair for the Caucus
Democratic Assembly Member Cathleen Galgianihas been selected to be the newest co-chair of the California Legislature Outdoor Sporting Caucus. As a 5th generation Stocktonian, and longtime supporter of California Waterfowl, Assembly Member Galgiani is well aware of the importance of hunters and their substantial contribution to wildlife conservation.

Galgiani joins Senator Dennis Hollingsworth, who has served as the Republican co-chair on the Senate side since 2003.

The History of the Outdoor Caucus
The California Legislature Outdoor Sporting Caucus was established to protect and promote California's wildlife, their habitats, and the ability of the public to participate in wildlife-related recreational activities. Caucus co-chairs are Senator Dennis Hollingsworth (R-Murrieta) and newly appointed Cathleen Galgianihas(17th-Livingston.)

"...the caucus' goal is to protect and enhance California's wildlife habitats and to further the understanding and acceptance of outdoor activities throughout the state..."

As a bi-partisan, bi-cameral group, the caucus' goal is to protect and enhance California's wildlife habitats and to further the understanding and acceptance of outdoor activities throughout the state, this according to the Caucus Web site.

Working with legislative members, hunting and fishing groups, recreational interests, wildlife conservation and other like-minded organizations, the California Legislature Outdoor Sporting Caucus uses the unprecedented partnership to educate, focus and coordinate the State Legislature’s support of California’s wildlife and fishery resources and the outdoor-related activities that depend upon them.

Caucus members will also take time to enjoy the great outdoors at various events sponsored by California Waterfowl Association, California Outdoor Heritage Alliance, National Wild Turkey Federation, National Shooting Sports Foundation, and other conservation partners. These fun excursions – which will include target shooting and other endeavors – will help to further educate and excite Legislators about our outdoor heritage and help build membership and strengthen the caucus.