The Boone and Crockett Club

The Boone and Crockett Club, founded in 1887 by Teddy Roosevelt and other conservation-minded outdoorsmen, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting responsible hunting, wildlife conservation, and ethical management of wild animals. It sets standards for measuring big game animals like deer and elk and advocates for the sustainable use of natural resources. Through research, advocacy, and educational efforts, the club aims to ensure healthy wildlife populations and their habitats for future generations, emphasizing ethical hunting practices and conservation principles grounded in science and stewardship.