Mission Statement

SAM

To be the trusted and respected leader of Maine’s 300,000 sportsmen and women.

To interact with the legislature, state agencies, local communities, sportsman groups and others to enhance and preserve Maine’s outdoor heritage.

Conservation of Maine’s natural resources and special places

Youth programs and education

To preserve and promote hunting and fishing in Maine

Landowner relations

Public access to Maine’s woods and waters

The right to keep and bear arms

Defend and protect the right of law-abiding individuals to keep, use and bear arms

Preserve the American and Maine heritage of hunting, trapping and fishing

Educate the public concerning wildlife resources, field sports and conservation programs

Promote field sports and wildlife conservation and management through literature, television, radio, print and social media