Colorado's outdoor heritage is being protected in the state constitution as part of a bid to protect it from attempts to restrict or eliminate hunting and fishing. This comes as a growing movement is working to restrict the practice. In Oregon, activists are advancing a ballot measure that would effectively ban hunting and fish and make it a crime to catch a fish or harvest wild game. In Colorado, a measure is moving towards the ballot that would establish a constitutional right to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife, ensuring these practices remain protected for generations to come. The author argues that this approach protects a way of life deeply rooted in Colorado’s history while maintaining flexibility for wildlife professionals. Hunters and anglers are the backbone of wildlife conservation funding, contributing over $117 million annually to habitat restoration, species management, and public access. However, these efforts are being challenged by out-of-state activists who often ignore the science behind wildlife management and the funding structure that makes conservation possible.