Friday, August 11, 2017

9/3/2017 Learn to Hunt: Youth Dove Hunt

September 3nd: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

This event is designed for Youth (12 to 17 years old) new to dove hunting. All youth hunters will have an experienced mentor to provide dove hunting guidance and to ensure safe gun handling practices. Students will practice their shooting techniques and skills on the trap range with clay birds before hitting the dove field. Dove cleaning demonstration will take place after the hunt.

This event is FREE of charge, all firearms and ammunition will be provided. Eye and ear protections is recommended. Camouflage or drab colored clothing is preferable but not necessary. Attendees should bring afternoon snack and a fold out chair to sit on while in the dove field. You may bring your own cased firearm and ammo if you desire (firearm and ammo must Abe legal for dove hunting). A valid a youth hunting license (resident or non-resident) and a free HIP number is required.

Pre-Registration is required due to limited space so sign up quickly. Register at  http://www.in.gov/activecalendar_dnr/EventRegistration.aspx?Rid=899&Iid=34088&Frm=.

NOTE: This will likely be a warm weather hunt, so light weight clothes are recommended.

Location Information:
Winamac Fish & Wildlife Area (View Map)
1493 West 500 North
Winamac, IN 46996

Phone: (574) 946-4422
Contact Information:
Name: Kody Fox
Phone: (574) 946-4422
Email: kfox1@dnr.in.gov

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