This statute provides that the hunting and fishing association of the Russian Federation shall be a large-scale social association aimed at encouraging active participation in sport hunting and fishing and in the conservation and repopulation of wild animal species, birds and fishes. The Association shall be empowered to: (a) implement protective measures on designated hunting grounds and fishing areas to increase the populations of animals, birds and fish; (b) carry out hunting and artisanal and sport fishing on designated hunting grounds and fishing areas; (c) capture wild animals and birds to enhance their propagation in accordance with the plans validated by the Chief Directorate of hunting and protected areas; (d) procure, purchase and sell fur, wildlife products and non-forest products to the state; and (e) organize a voluntary game-keeping service. Association membership shall be open to Russian nationals at least 18 years old for hunting and 16 years old for fishing.
Russian Federation · 1978-06-01