FAQ about NJSFSC
What is the NJSFSC?
A group of outdoors enthusiasts, founded in 1935, that believes that hunting, fishing and trapping play a vital
role in natural resource conservation.

Who are the NJSFSC?
Sportsmen like you that care enough about their sport to be active so that the goals
of the NJSFSC can be achieved. They are;
  • Individual Sportsmen
  • Members of hunting and fishing clubs
  • Members of Statewide Sportsmen Groups like:
    • United Bowhunters of NJ
    • NJ Trappers Association
    • Jersey Coast Angler’s Association

  • Members of National Sportsmen Groups like:
    • National Turkey Federation
    • Trout Unlimited
    • Ducks Unlimited


The focus of the NJSFSC is to represent all NJ Sportsmen in the public forums by;
  • Defending Sportsmen’s rights
  • Actively involved in legislation
  • Fighting for Conservation and protection of natural resources
  • Development and expansion of wildlife habitat
  • Opportunities for outdoor recreation
  • Reintroduction of native species-Wild Turkey
  • Publicizing Sportsmen contributions
  • News releases, Sport shows
  • Mentoring programs that teach safety and values.
  • Fishing derbies, youth hunts, safety instructions
  • Leaving an environmental legacy for our descendants


How does NJSFSC work?
  • County level-- Clubs and individuals can
    belong here.
  • Regional level - Counties are grouped into 3
    Regions: North, Central and Southern
  • State Level - Delegates from each County organization
  • Statewide or State Chapters of National Organization’s
  • 14 Statewide and National Organizations
    seated.


Download a NJSFSC chart in pdf format here!

All State delegates are given a vote at State meetings,
Delegates present and vote on issues at the State Level.
State’s position based on vote of delegates. Federation
nominates and elects 6 members to Fish and Game
Council. Two Council members represent each of the
three Federation Regions. This was done because issues
facing Sportsmen seem to be Regional in nature.

Fish & Game Council was established by State statute
to represent NJ Sportsmen. They set seasons and bag
limits based on the scientific data provided by The
Division of F&W. The Fish and Game codes have the
direct input of the Sportsmen through their council
representatives.

The Division of F&W is funded by dedicated funds
secured by license and permit sales as well as fines
collected and Federal funds collected from sporting
goods sales. You fund it, so you should have a say.
Constant changes in Legislation need to be addressed
by the Sportsmen. We use our Newspaper, website,
email listings and membership rolls to bring issues to
you. We need to be able to contact as many of you
sportsmen as possible.
The future of our Sports depend on having a Legislature
receptive to the Sportsmen’s needs.

The Future of Hunting, Fishing and Trapping Depends on Sportsmen
Get involved, secure the future of our sports
for our descendants for generations to come.
How can I help? Join now and Volunteer!!