[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 40, Number 40 (Monday, October 4, 2004)]
[Pages 2150-2151]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Proclamation 7822--National Hunting and Fishing Day, 2004

 September 24, 2004

 By the President of the United States

 of America

 A Proclamation

    America is a land of majestic beauty, and we take pride in our 
wildlife, forests, mountains, lakes, rivers, and coastlines. Outdoor 
recreation is an important part of our Nation's heritage. On National 
Hunting and Fishing Day, we celebrate the remarkable progress we have 
made in conserving our environment and recognize those who have worked 
to conserve our natural resources.
    America's hunters and anglers represent the great spirit of our 
country and are among our Nation's foremost conservationists. These 
citizens have worked to protect habitat and restore fish and wildlife 
populations. They volunteer their time, talents, and energy to countless 
conservation projects, because they recognize the importance of 
maintaining the natural abundance of our country for future generations.
    My Administration is committed to achieving a cleaner, safer, and 
healthier environment for all Americans, including our hunters and 
anglers. My Administration has expanded opportunities to hunt and fish 
at national wildlife refuges and improved habitat on public and private 
lands. We have cut phosphorus releases into our rivers and streams, and 
I signed the Healthy Forests Restoration Act to help protect our forests 
from the risk of wildfires.
    Americans are blessed to live amid many wonders of nature, and we 
have a responsibility to be good stewards of the land. I commend all who 
advance conservation and help our citizens enjoy the benefits of our 
environment. These efforts ensure that our national heritage remains a 
source of pride for our citizens, our communities, and our Nation.
    Now, Therefore, I, George W. Bush, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 25, 2004, as 
National Hunting and Fishing Day. I call upon the people of the United 
States

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to join me in recognizing the contributions of America's hunters and 
anglers, and all those who work to conserve our Nation's fish and 
wildlife resources.
    In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth 
day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand four, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and twenty-
ninth.
                                                George W. Bush

 [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 8:45 a.m., October 1, 
2004]

Note: This proclamation was published in the Federal Register on October 
4. This item was not received in time for publication in the appropriate 
issue.