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SAM was founded in 1975 to be an advocate for hunters, anglers, trappers, and gun owners.
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2024 Executive Director Report
On October 25, 2023, our political landscape changed dramatically. More on that in a moment. First, for all the families, friends, SAM members and anyone who had loved ones in the Lewiston tragedy, I know I speak for the sportsmen and women of Maine when I say we are...
Senator Angus King Takes Dramatic Turn Toward Gun Control – Grade F
United States Senator Angus King Whether you agree or not, U.S. Senator Angus King has sought to portray himself as an independent. Yes, he caucuses with the Democrats and more times than not, votes with them on key issues. But on gun rights, he was moderate. The one...
The Case Against Shortening the Season on Coyotes in Maine
Our Position on Proposal by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to Create National Wildlife Refuge in the High Peaks Region
Advocacy
SAM is a state-wide organization that has a proven record of leadership at the state and federal level for interacting with the legislature, state agencies, local communities, sportsman groups and others to enhance and preserve Maine’s outdoor heritage.
Conservation
SAM led the effort that created the Land for Maine’s Future program that has protected over 600,000 acres of land of statewide importance based on their natural and recreational value and then spearheaded the use of bonding which has resulted in a first-time general fund appropriation of $40 million being added to the Program to be spent over 4 years.
Leadership
SAM’s core values are Leadership, Integrity, and Fairness.
Leadership continues to be the foundation for SAM’s success.
Our five key segments of Leadership – the SAM Board of Directors, the Institute for Legislative Action, Staff, Committees, and Volunteers – are all dedicated to SAM’s vision, mission, and core values.
Honoring Service
SAM’s Veterans and First Responders Program (V/FR) was developed to thank those men and women who have defended our freedoms and protected our health and safety. The goal of the program is to provide family-oriented opportunities that allow veterans and their families to experience the outdoor heritage for which Maine is famous.
Education Center
SAM opened a new 100-acre Outdoor Education Center in 2020. It includes 3.2 miles of hiking/nature trails, two trout fishing ponds for children and the disabled, a limited-use outdoor range and a safe space where youth groups can camp
Who is SAM?
SAM Vision – To be the trusted and respected leader of Maine’s 300,00 sports men and sports women throughout the State of Maine.
SAM Mission – is a non-profit corporation founded in 1975 to promote conservation of Maine’s wildlife resources and to be an advocate for hunters, anglers, trappers and gun owners throughout the state.
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