IWF members adopted these Values and Guiding Principles at the 2010 Annual Meeting, June 5th.
Sustainable wildlife populations in healthy, natural habitats are both intrinsically valuable and important for the health, enjoyment, and well-being of Indiana’s residents.
Hunting and fishing are valuable Hoosier traditions that benefit wildlife populations, habitat preservation, Indiana’s economy, and their participants when conducted responsibly.
Wildlife education programs based on common sense conservation instill in all people a connection with nature, which will foster enlightened stewardship of natural resources.
Wildlife and wildlife habitat policy must be based on valid scientific information, and any public policy that directly or indirectly affects wildlife should be consistent with sound conservation principles.
Outdoor and wildlife-related recreational behavior should always complement common sense conservation ethics and the law.
IWF benefits from and depends on its diverse membership and partners with a variety of wildlife concerns and interests.
IWF’s success depends on the integrity of its Board, staff, and policies.
