
Tony Gonello 1943-2023
Longtime ECFSC Boardmember Anthony “Tony Guns” Gonello passed away October 1st 2023. Tony was a passionate outdoorsman and conservationist. He was a longtime member of many organizations including the National Wild Turkey Federation, Depew Rod & Gun, Elma Conservation Club, Erie County Trappers and West Falls Conservation Club. Tony joins his late wife Val – the namesake of the Federation’s award for Sportswomen of the Year. Tony loved the fact that Val loved to fish and shoot trap. He reveled in that she outshot many others, including him. Tony was recognized by the NYS Assembly for his many contributions. Rest in peace Tony. Say hi to Val for us.
Rememberance Service
A reflection of Tony’s contributions will be hosted by Elma Conservation Club on Monday October 16th from 1 to 4 PM.
All are invited to share their stories, pictures and memories of Tony.
Keeping you updated with the latest conservation news.
Legislative Report 06-13-25
PLEASE NOTE: While some of these bills do not appear to have direct link to Conservation, they are...
Legislative Report 05-21-25
PLEASE NOTE: While some of these bills do not appear to have direct link to Conservation, they are...
Give turtles a brake
The months of May and June mark the start of fair weather and with it, the emergence of New York’s...
Legislative Report 04-23-25
PLEASE NOTE: While some of these bills do not appear to have direct link to Conservation, they are...
Legislative Report 04-09-25
PLEASE NOTE: While some of these bills do not appear to have direct link to Conservation, they are...
Federal Legislation 03-27-25
These bills are condensed from legiscan.com. Here you can click on US Congress and browse from day...
Legislative Report 03-27-25
PLEASE NOTE: While some of these bills do not appear to have direct link to Conservation, they are...
Legislative Report 03-12-25
PLEASE NOTE: While some of these bills do not appear to have direct link to Conservation, they are...
Legislative Report 02-26-25
PLEASE NOTE: While some of these bills do not appear to have direct link to Conservation, they are...
Federal Legislation 02-16-25
President Trump’s executive order issued February 7, 2025, covers all actions during the period...
Legislative Report 02-10-25
NEW YORK STATE Concealed Carry Recertification Prior to 2013 in New Yok State, pistol...
Chautauqua Visitors Bureau
Thanks to longtime member and contributor Dave Barus, we have a comprehensive calendar of outdoor...
Legislative Report 01-23-25
Here is the initial NYS list of proposed bills for the 2025-26 New York State legislative session....
Safe Boating Certificate
Who needs a boating safety certificate? Anyone operating a Personal Watercraft (JetSki™, Wave...
Great Lakes Basin Report
Lake Superior Lake Trout Recovery - A Remarkable JourneyTwo recent stories from 2024 declared that...
DEC asks beaver trappers for help
DEC encourages beaver trappers to visit specific Wildlife Management Areas and a State Forest...
Legislative Report – Sept. 19, 2024
My comments: There is very little to update at this time. Remember that the NYS Legislature (both...
Regenerate NY Forests
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Legislative Report – July 24, 2024
My comments: New York State’s Legislature is in recess until a new session starts in January...
Legislative Report – July 10, 2024
Here are updates since June 26 affecting Erie County Federation members (and many others) covering...
Legislative Report – June 20, 2024
Information is gleaned from a number of sources including but not limited to Second Amendment...
Legislative Report – May 23, 2024
Information is gleaned from a number of sources including but not limited to Second Amendment...
Musky Fishing Season Opens
Muskellunge are the largest member of the pike family and the largest gamefish in the Great Lakes....
DEC Rights of Navigation
Please read the proposed draft in the link below. You have an opportunity to voice your opinion....
Erie County Federation Community Programs

License awards FREE lifetime hunting and fishing licenses to youths residing in Erie County and under the age of 16.

Erie County Federation of Sportamen’s Clubs awards up to five $200 college scholarships yearly.

This event allows attendees to participate in a variety of events including fishing, trap, small bore rifle shooting, air guns and archery.

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Officers:
President – Jeff Jondle
1st Vice President – Frank Miskey Sr.
2nd Vice President – Cheryl Schenne
Treasurer – David Rosner
Recording Secretary – Rich Davenport
Corresponding Sec. – Roxann Ferazzoli
Membership – Frank Miskey Jr.
Sergeant-At-Arms – Tom Fischer
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COMMITTEES:
Archery & Bowhunting – Tom Fischer
Awards – Frank Miskey Sr.
Banquet – Frank Miskey Jr.
Big Game – Rich Davenport
Budget & Finance – David Rosner
Bylaws – Schenne/Rosner/Miskey
Council Resolutions – Rich Davenport
Crossbow – Tom Fischer
Education – Cheryl Schenne / Amy Plecas
Environment – Chuck Godfrey
Exhibits / Shows – Frank Miskey Jr.
Facebook – Rich Davenport
Fish – Joe Fischer / Tom Fischer / Larry Jones
Fund Raising – Frank Miskey Jr.
FWMB – Chuck Godfrey
Hunter Education – Frank Miskey Sr.
Internal Controls – Tom Fischer / Bob Avery
Law Enforcement – Carl Leas
Legislation – Carl Leas
Membership Outreach -Frank Miskey Jr.
NHFD – Frank Miskey Jr / Rich Davenport
Nominations – Frank Miskey Jr.
NYSCC – Dan Tone
Small Game – Dan Tone
TMTF – Bob Avery & Tom Fischer co-Chairs
Trapping – Patti & Rick Wattengel
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Website – Joe McAdams
WNY Environ. Fed. – Dan Tone / Joe Fischer
Youth Lifetime License – Joe Fischer