​​​WISCONSIN BOWHUNTERS ASSOCIATION

Wisconsin Bowhunters Association is still the largest membership based bowhunting organization in the United States. WBH is known and respected by many within our state and elsewhere. All that acknowledgement and recognition has not come just because of the name. WBH has had, and still has, a very dedicated group of board members and active members who support us. They believe in what WBH stands for. To remain strong, an organization must be forward thinking. It must maintain a productive, dedicated and active board, along with a supportive membership. WBH is always looking for, and accepting, new bowhunters who support and protect the sport of bowhunting here in Wisconsin. In simple terms, WBH can always use members who are willing to step forward and serve in whatever capacity they are able to, including by serving as a director in your district when positions are open.

One of the key items of business conducted each year during the WBH annual membership meeting is the election of directors. I have been informed that board member Dave Peterson will not be seeking reelection to District 6. Dave, a long-time board member, has held many positions on the board over the years.  Sitting on several committees, he has given his time and talent to WBH, never looking for a pat on the back or any other acknowledgement. Dave, because of his love for WBH and the sport of bowhunting, willingly sacrificed his time for WBH. Talking to Dave, by no means is he leaving WBH. He will continue to help where needed. On behalf of WBH, I wish to thank Dave for all he has done in support of the association. The WBH board will be looking to other directors, as well as members in general, to step forward to help fill the shoes Dave is leaving behind. And, as referenced in the prior paragraph, hopefully a willing candidate from District 6 will step forward to represent that district on the board.   

Regarding the WBH Annual Membership Convention, held in Stevens Point at the Holiday Inn on Saturday, March 1, 2025, there are going to be some changes to the day’s events. The biggest change is in regards to the annual membership meeting. This year, the meeting will be held at 8:00 a.m. A continental breakfast will be provided to meeting attendees, starting at 7:15 a.m., up until the time of the meeting. The vendor hall, bucket raffle, silent auction, etc., times will be adjusted as needed to accommodate the change to the starting time of the business meeting. It is hoped that this change will provide a smoother flow and a more relaxed feeling to the day. Check out the agenda in the Convention section of this issue of THE Bowhunter for details.