SCI Applauds the Nomination of Brian Nesvik as U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director
Washington, D.C. – Safari Club International (SCI) celebrates the nomination of Brian Nesvik to serve as Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). A lifelong conservationist, seasoned wildlife manager, dedicated public servant, and a General in the Wyoming National Guard, Nesvik brings decades of experience in wildlife stewardship and policy leadership to this critical role.
Nesvik, who rose through the ranks of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, retired as its director in mid-2024 after a distinguished career that began as a Pinedale game warden. His nomination by the Trump administration marks a pivotal moment for the future of wildlife management in the United States.
“Brian Nesvik has long supported sustainable use conservation and responsible wildlife management. His values and demonstrated success align with SCI’s mission to defend the freedom to hunt.” said W. Laird Hamberlin, CEO of SCI. “SCI strongly supports his nomination and urges the Senate to confirm him swiftly.”
Throughout his career, Nesvik has worked tirelessly to balance wildlife conservation, hunting traditions, and habitat management. His leadership in Wyoming—one of the nation’s most wildlife-rich states—has demonstrated a deep understanding of the complex challenges facing both wildlife and sportsmen.
“The future of hunting, conservation, and access to public lands depends on strong leadership at the federal level,” John McLaurin, President of SCI continued. “Brian Nesvik is the right person for this role, and we look forward to working with him to advance policies that protect wildlife while ensuring the rights of hunters and sportsmen and sportswomen remain intact.”
Nesvik’s nomination now moves to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee for review before a full Senate confirmation vote.
SCI encourages its members to stay engaged and support leaders who prioritize hunting, conservation, and wildlife management at all levels of government.