DEC event offers St. Lawrence County youth hunting instruction and field day
The DEC plans a free two-day waterfowl and pheasant hunting event Sept. 20 and 26 for St. Lawrence County youth ages 12 to 15.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation plans a free two-day waterfowl and pheasant hunting event for St. Lawrence County youth ages 12 to 15 on Sept. 20 and 26. DEC officers and wildlife staff will work with the Massena Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation at Wilson Hill Wildlife Management Area.
The program begins with an educational session at 11 a.m. Sept. 20 at the Massena Rod and Gun Club, 155 Patterson Road. The hunting portion is scheduled for Sept. 26. Equipment will be available if needed. Participants must have a New York small game hunting license and be registered with the state's Harvest Information Program. Registration is required before the educational session. Information is available from Lt. Troy Basford at 315-265-2757.
Reported by ClickNNY and reviewed by an editor before publication.
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