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10/03/05

Youth waterfowl hunting opportunities abound statewide

         If there was ever a year to introduce a youngster to the traditions of waterfowl hunting – this is it.

         “Taking young hunters afield is one of the most important things we can do to pass on our hunting heritage and a true appreciation for the waterfowl resource,” said Mike O’Meilia, migratory game bird biologist with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. “There are just too many good opportunities to not make plans to take a young hunter this year.  Whether you take a son or daughter out on one of the youth waterfowl weekend days or you take a  neighbor’s or relative’s youngster who would otherwise not have the chance to go on one of the special controlled youth waterfowl hunts, this can be a truly memorable experience for a youngster.”

         Following is a short list of waterfowl opportunities for youth hunters this year. For complete details log on to wildlifedepartment.com

 

Youth waterfowl hunts hosted by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation
Who: Oklahoma youth ages 12-15 who do not have an adult mentor who waterfowl hunts
What: one-day guided waterfowl hunt with Wildlife Department employee
When: Deadline to apply is Oct. 24, the hunts will take place throughout the duck season
Where: The hunts will take place on lakes in all four quadrants of the state.

Youth Waterfowl Hunt and Field Day at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Who: youth must be ages 14 or 15
What: Waterfowl seminars and demonstrations followed by a guided duck hunt the next morning.
When: Entries must be received by November 1, the youth waterfowl and field day will take place Dec. 22 – 23
Where: Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge near Vian, Oklahoma 

Washita National Wildlife Refuge youth waterfowl day, near Foss
Who: kids ages 12-17, although participants of all ages are welcome to attend.
What: The special event will feature eight different interactive stations related to waterfowl hunting. Youth participants will be eligible to win one of two guided waterfowl hunts in January on the refuge.
When: Oct. 22
Where: Washita National Wildlife Refuge, near Foss 

Youth Waterfowl Seasons
Who: Youngsters 15 and under
What: three separate weekends set aside just for youth waterfowl hunting
When: Check the “2005 Oklahoma Waterfowl Guide” for season dates.
Where: Each waterfowl zone is open for youth only on separate weekends. Check the “2005 Oklahoma Waterfowl Guide” for a zone map.

           For more information about waterfowl hunting in Oklahoma or to find a hunter safety course near you, log on to wildlifedepartment.com.

 

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