YORK, S.C. – July 9, 2026 – The Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation (OSCF) is proud to announce the new “ATF Auction for Conservation” is currently live on OSCF’s GunBroker store, ending July 19, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. ET. Proceeds from the auction will support OSCF’s mission to improve cultural acceptance of gun ownership among the general public and grow participation in hunting, fishing, trapping and target shooting.
The “ATF Auction for Conservation” includes three outstanding items, totaling a value of over $1,400, ideal for those interested in ammunition, tobacco and firearms:
- Ammunition: Three boxes of Fiocchi shotshell ammunition, including Golden Pheasant, Flyway Series and Field Dynamics
- Tobacco: A box of premium ‘First Light’ cigars from Drake & Barrel Cigars
- Firearm: Mossberg International Gold Reserve 20 GA O/U shotgun
“Our research, programs and communications are in high gear, and we’ve got a ton of projects in the pipeline. Funding from auctions like this help us support the outdoor industry in many ways,” notes OSCF’s Executive Director Jim Curcuruto. “A big thank you goes to current partners Fiocchi USA, Mossberg, Drake & Barrel, and GunBroker for their support.”
OSCF’s initiatives, such as “Fill A Bag While Filling Your Tag™,” “COME WITH!™” and “Connecting with Conservation™,” aim to promote the positive contributions of HATS™ to conservation efforts. The foundation collaborates with wildlife agencies, industry partners and outdoor enthusiasts to enhance cultural acceptance of hunting, fishing, trapping and target shooting. As a result of these initiatives, recent highlights from OSCF include:
- Bringing New Customers to Market: Outdoor Stewards’ yearlong “Come With” campaign with Kentucky Dept. Fish and Game yielded nearly 18,000 new participants.
- Promoting Positive Contributions of Gun Owners to the General Public: Our “Keepers of the Wild” PSA has exceeded $11 million in earned television and radio media and reached more than 500 million impressions among the general population.
- Protecting Traditional Ammunition: Our new research identifies the impact on wildlife populations from traditional ammunition.
GunBroker.com, the world’s largest online marketplace for firearms and accessories, has been instrumental in supporting conservation-focused nonprofits. Over the past decade, GunBroker has assisted numerous organizations in establishing personalized stores to conduct auctions, generating nearly $5 million in revenue for groups like OSCF, Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, Kids & Clays Foundation, National Deer Association and Whitetails Unlimited.
Chris Armanini, co-founder of Drake & Barrel Cigars, noted, “all of us here at Drake & Barrel Cigars are lifelong outdoorsmen and dedicated conservationists. We are proud to be partnering with Outdoor Stewards on this effort and look forward to helping more people get outside to enjoy nature and support wildlife conservation.”
The current high bid at the time of this release is $704.99. Bidders are encouraged to participate before the auction concludes on Sunday, July 19, at 8:00 p.m. ET, to support OSCF’s vital conservation programs. The auction is not associated with the government agency, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
If you are interested in donating products to the Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation for similar auctions or learning more about its mission, please contact Jim Curcuruto at [email protected] or (203) 450-7202. For more information on OSCF’s mission and initiatives, visit OutdoorStewards.org.
About OSCF
Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation (OSCF) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that works with all facets of the outdoor industry to improve cultural acceptance of gun ownership, hunting, fishing, trapping, and target shooting. We use research-based communications and engagement programs that help recruit the next generation of HATS (Hunters, Anglers, Trappers, and Shooters) and promote the positive contributions HATS make to society. To learn more about OSCF programs; “Fill A Bag While Filling Your Tag,” “Come With!,” “Connecting with Conservation,” “Donate A Deer” and the “Outdoor Industry Communication Council,” please visit www.OutdoorStewards.org, follow @OutdoorStewards on Instagram or contact Jim Curcuruto at (203) 450-7202, [email protected]. Keep up with the latest from OSCF on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.
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