Business Details
27 Years
experience
Preserving Tennessee's Hunting and Fishing Heritage Through Conservation
Established in 1999, we are Tennessee's largest conservation nonprofit dedicated to preserving the state's hunting, fishing, and shooting sports heritage. Our mission focuses on habitat conservation, responsible land stewardship, and youth education programs that connect future generations with Tennessee's natural resources. Through strategic land acquisitions, we've expanded public hunting opportunities across more than 1,000 acres while implementing critical wildlife disease research and endangered species protection initiatives. Our Tennessee Scholastic Action Shooting Program and Outdoors Youth Summit Camp provide hands-on training in shooting sports and wildlife management, fostering discipline and environmental stewardship. The Montgomery County Shooting Complex, the state's largest public range, offers diverse shooting disciplines from archery to long-range rifle.We administer the Hatchie River Wetland Mitigation Bank, restoring 700 acres of hardwood forest, and have protected 50 miles of streams through conservation easements. Our Heritage Club members directly support these efforts through annual contributions that fund equipment, education, and accessibility programs for hunters and anglers of all abilities. Collaborating with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, we ensure sustainable management of wildlife populations and habitats across Tennessee's diverse ecosystems. Our board of directors combines decades of conservation experience with strategic leadership to advance Tennessee's outdoor heritage. Through transparent fundraising and community engagement, we maintain public trust as a 501(c)(3) organization accountable to donors and stakeholders.
Services
Habitat Conservation
Youth Education Programs
Shooting Complex Management
Wildlife Research
Land Acquisition
Wetland Restoration
Conservation Fundraising
Outdoor Accessibility Programs
Wildlife Disease Research
Hunting Heritage Preservation
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have protected over 1,000 acres of wildlife habitat through strategic land acquisitions
- Our youth programs have trained thousands in shooting sports and conservation ethics
- We operate Tennessee's largest public shooting complex with diverse training facilities
- Our Hatchie River Wetland Mitigation Bank has restored 700 acres of hardwood forest
- Heritage Club members directly support conservation through targeted fundraising
Services
Habitat Conservation
Our habitat conservation programs focus on restoring critical ecosystems across Tennessee through strategic land acquisitions and wetland restoration projects. We've protected over 1,000 acres of wildlife habitat and restored 700 acres of bottomland hardwood forest in the Hatchie River watershed. These efforts support biodiversity while maintaining public access for hunting and outdoor recreation.
Youth Education Programs
We develop future conservation leaders through hands-on educational programs like the Tennessee Outdoors Youth Summit Camp and Scholastic Action Shooting Program. These initiatives teach wildlife management principles, shooting sports safety, and environmental stewardship to thousands of students annually while promoting responsible outdoor recreation.
Shooting Complex Management
The Montgomery County Shooting Complex offers comprehensive firearms training facilities including pistol ranges, 100-400 yard rifle ranges, archery courses, and shotgun sports facilities. As Tennessee's largest public shooting range, it provides accessible training opportunities for recreational shooters and competitive athletes while promoting firearm safety.
Wildlife Research
We administer wildlife disease research and endangered species monitoring programs that inform conservation strategies across Tennessee. Our research partnerships help maintain healthy ecosystems while supporting sustainable hunting and fishing practices through science-based management recommendations.
Land Acquisition
Through targeted land purchases and conservation easements, we've secured over 1,000 acres for public hunting and wildlife management. These acquisitions protect critical habitats while expanding outdoor recreation opportunities, ensuring Tennessee's natural resources remain accessible for future generations of sportsmen and conservationists.
People
Joey Woodard
Executive Director
Leading Tennessee's largest conservation nonprofit with over 20 years of experience in wildlife management and nonprofit leadership. Directs strategic initiatives that protect Tennessee's outdoor heritage through habitat conservation and youth education programs.
Eric Chance
Chief Operating Officer
Manages daily operations and organizational infrastructure with extensive experience in nonprofit administration. Ensures efficient implementation of conservation programs while maintaining fiscal responsibility and operational transparency.
Johnny Allred
Development Director
Oversees fundraising initiatives and donor relations with a focus on expanding the Heritage Club membership program. Develops strategic partnerships that support conservation efforts and outdoor education programs across Tennessee.
Richard Logsdon
Creative Strategy Director
Leads marketing and communications strategy to promote conservation awareness. Develops creative content that educates the public about Tennessee's wildlife resources and engages supporters in preservation efforts.
Dan Sigmund
Operations Manager / IT / HR
Manages technology infrastructure, human resources, and facility operations. Ensures organizational efficiency through modern IT systems and effective personnel management while supporting field operations across Tennessee.
Questions
How can I join the Heritage Club?
Visit our website to select membership levels ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 annual contributions. Contact Johnny Allred at (615) 831-9311 ext. 118 for details.
What conservation programs do you support?
We fund habitat restoration, wildlife research, land acquisitions, and youth education programs including shooting sports training and outdoor leadership camps across Tennessee.
How do you work with TWRA?
We partner with Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency on land acquisitions, species research, and public hunting access while maintaining separate nonprofit status.
What is the elk cam?
The Hatfield Knob Elk Cam provides live viewing of Tennessee's reintroduced elk herd in North Cumberland Wildlife Management Area, accessible 24/7 online.
How do you support disabled hunters?
We develop wheelchair-accessible facilities and adaptive hunting programs that provide outdoor opportunities for physically disabled individuals and wounded veterans.
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