SSA observers make inspections and observations in local deer yards. The data derived permits recommendations to be made to the MNR, and provides the basis for emergency feeding and trail tramping when winter severity stresses go critical. SSA members participate in the planning, funding, live-trapping and release of wild turkeys. The aim is to have true wild turkey strains regain their place in the local wildlife system. Wildlife Committee members create walking trails for general access to wildlife areas.
Members review and comment on local environmental issues.
The Wildlife Committee participates in debates with government and other agencies to counter destructive land use policies. Also, the Committee has actively opposed government policies that would erode or remove the public right to participate in hunting and fishing. Long Swamp deer yard enhancement. Derby Tract apple tree release cutting. As well as specific wildlife projects such as the above, the Sydenham Sportsmen participate in agreements for the conservation-oriented management of certain lands.