Savage Arms Strengthens Partnership with Pass It On - Outdoor Mentors to Inspire the Next Generation of Hunters
Wichita, KS - Pass It On - Outdoor Mentors is proud to announce the continuation of its partnership with Savage Arms, a leading firearms manufacturer dedicated to supporting youth hunting and shooting sports. This collaboration will further expand opportunities for young hunters to experience safe, mentored hunts, helping to preserve and grow America's outdoor heritage.
As part of this partnership, Savage Arms is providing vital support and resources to help more youth experience hunting firsthand. With this backing, Pass It On - Outdoor Mentors can expand its reach, increase the number of mentored hunts, and provide firearms and equipment that ensure a safe and successful experience for young hunters.
"Savage Arms represents the kind of industry leadership that helps ensure a strong future for hunting and conservation," said Dr. Scott Petrie, CEO of Pass It On – Outdoor Mentors. "By supporting mentored youth hunts and providing access to high-quality, reliable firearms, Savage is helping us give young people safe, meaningful first experiences in the field. Those first experiences—guided by skilled mentors and supported by trusted equipment—are often what spark a lifelong passion for hunting, conservation, and the outdoors. We are extremely grateful for Savage Arms' continued commitment to our mission and to the next generation of hunters."
Savage Arms has built a legacy rooted in conservation, responsible firearm ownership, and welcoming new hunters to the sport. Through its partnership with Pass It On - Outdoor Mentors, the two organizations share a common mission: ensuring that the values of hunting and conservation stewardship are carried forward by the next generation.
"Pass It On - Outdoor Mentors brings an extraordinary commitment to shaping the future of shooting sports as well as hunting," said Beth Shimanski, VP of Marketing for Savage Arms. "By introducing young people to the outdoors, they're not only preserving our hunting traditions — they're cultivating a genuine respect for wildlife and the natural world that will endure for years to come. Savage Arms is proud to stand behind that mission and play a role in keeping the passion for the outdoors alive for generations ahead." This collaboration will allow Pass It On - Outdoor Mentors to host more youth hunting events, recruit and train additional mentors, and provide essential hunting gear to participants. Thus, it will help bridge the gap between young outdoor enthusiasts and the experiences that will shape their future in the field.
About Pass It On - Outdoor Mentors
Founded in 2002, Pass It On – Outdoor Mentors is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing mentored hunting and fishing opportunities to youth who otherwise would not have access to the outdoors. Through a structured, safety-focused model, we pair young people from diverse backgrounds with trained volunteer mentors who guide them through hands-on experiences that build confidence, responsibility, and life skills.
Many of the youth we serve lack access to land, equipment, outdoor knowledge, or a hunting and fishing heritage. By removing these barriers, we foster lifelong connections to wildlife and conservation while helping recruit the next generation of hunters and anglers, the primary funders of wildlife management in North America.
At a time when youth are increasingly disconnected from nature, our programs help counteract Nature Deficit Disorder by promoting time outdoors, physical activity, and an understanding of where food comes from.
Our goal is to deliver mentored hunting and fishing opportunities in at least 40 states and Canada within the next four years. For more information, visit https://outdoormentors.org/.
About Savage Arms
For over 130 years, Savage Arms has been a leader in firearms innovation, providing hunters and shooters with reliable, accurate firearms designed to perform in the field and on the range. With a strong commitment to conservation, responsible firearm ownership, and youth engagement, Savage Arms continues to invest in the future of hunting and shooting sports. Learn more at www.savagearms.com.