The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced that the annual St. Lawrence County Youth Hunt will take place in September, providing an opportunity for young hunters to learn from police officers who are experts in environmental conservation.
The program is free for participants.
DEC Region 6 environmental conservation officers are partnering with the National Wild Turkey Federation Massena Chapter and DEC wildlife staff at the Wilson Hill Wildlife Management Area to offer young hunters from 12 to 15 years the opportunity to hunt waterfowl and pheasants.
The hunt is a three-day event that begins with a class at the Massena Rod and Gun Club at 5 pm on Wednesday, September 14, followed by two consecutive Saturdays for the hunt.
The St. Lawrence County Youth Waterfowl and Pheasant Hunt will be held at the Massena Rod and Gun Club, 155 Patterson Road.
Hunting days are September 17 for waterfowl and September 24 for pheasant.
Interested young hunters must possess a New York State small game hunting license and register with the Harvest Information Program.
Equipment will be provided if needed.
The event is sponsored by the New York Conservation Officers Association, the National Wild Turkey Federation and the St. Lawrence County Sports Federation.
For more information about the educational course or hunt days and to register for the event, contact Lt. Troy Basford at 315-265-2757 or ECO Ian Helmer at 315-559-8503.
Youth interested in participating must register by September 14.
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