Louisiana Secretary of Wildlife Talks Women and Hunting

Madison Sheahan, secretary of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, will speak about the contribution of women to conservation at the Jan. 25, Women Go Hunting Mix & Mingle event held during the SCI Convention in Nashville, TN.

Sheahan is an avid hunter and sportswoman. Prior to serving the State of Louisiana alongside Governor Jeff Landry, Secretary Sheahan worked for South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem in various leadership positions. While working in her official capacity, she focused on various legislation relating to wildlife, agriculture and the state’s natural resources. She also played a major role in passing one of the strongest bills in the nation protecting women’s sports.

The event is from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday at the Omni Hotel, Broadway Ballroom G-K. A free ladies-only event, participants must have an SCI Convention badge to attend.

Sheahan grew up on Lake Erie and worked on her family’s farm in Northwest Ohio, where her family ran a group of small businesses. She enjoyed time in the field with her older brother, a dedicated conservationist. Above all else, she values her family, who taught her the importance of hard work, determination and leading with grace.

Sheahan attended The Ohio State University, receiving a bachelor’s degree in public affairs, public management, leadership and policy, and agri-business. She also minored in community and business leadership. She is actively involved with varsity rowing at her alma mater and led her team to multiple Big Ten championships and other conference accolades as a member of team leadership.

Women Go Hunting is an SCI initiative that celebrates women’s contributions and accomplishments in hunting and helps women network, enhance their hunting knowledge and find hunting opportunities.