Greetings all: 
  
If you haven't heard, the air gun has been approved for use with crossbow permits during archery seasons.  
  
R12-4-216 Crossbow Permit 
The Commission proposes to amend the rule to allow a Crossbow Permit holder to use a pre-charged pneumatic weapon, as defined under R12-4-301, using bolts or arrows for the take of wildlife. This change is proposed as a result of customer comments received by the Department. 
  
It's time for the archery community in Arizona to unify together and put a stop to this.  
  
Please take at look at the attached document and if you agree with this stance, keep reading.  
  
ABA Air Bow Position Statement.pdf 
  
Here's how YOU can make a difference: 
  
1 Write a letter to our delegates. Tell them how you feel  
  
2 Tell your friends, ask them to write a letter if they agree.  
  
3 If you are involved in any other hunting/archery organization or community, inform them of the situation by passing along the attached document. Then ask them to write a letter, or public stance statement to show unity amongst groups.  
  
4 Come to the next commissioners meeting April 6 & 7th in Phoenix. Stand behind us as we stand up to oppose this.  
  
Send your letters to: 
Jay Cook -  jcook@azgfd.gov 
rulemaking@azgfd.gov 
  
Hope everyone is having an excellent day 
Cheers