Bowmania, it is naive to think P and Y was not instrumental in the acceptance of bowhunting as both sport and management tool. Not to diminish those early state orgs, but their contribution pales by comparison. I suggest you do some research. Even now, P and Y stands head and shoulders above the individual efforts of most State orgs in the national promotion of archery and the preservation of that history. Just so you know, I am a life member of PBS, a regular member of P and Y, a card carrying member of Comptons, and an 8 year board member for the Iowa Bowhunters association. Pope and Young's commitment to our enjoyment of the sport is undeniable, unparalleled and continuing.
Gene Hall