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2011/2012 Hunt Dates

24^th  & 26^th of June = Indian River County Airboat Club hosted their 1^st Annual Youth Hog Hunt, held at Grassy Island

See more photos in their website photo gallery:   http://indianriverairboat.com/photogallery.php

6^th & 7th of August= Florida Sportsmen's Conservation Association hosted their Annual Youth Alligator hunt, held on the South Florida water management District STA 2 unit.

See below link for video & read the article in the Miami Herald for the story on the Youth Gator Hunt:

http://www.miamiherald.com/2011/08/11/2353984/program-for-youth-has-big-catch.html?story_link=email_msg

See below link for video & read the article in the Sun Sentinel :

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/videobeta/c87af3df-1946-4752-9754-cd28b6da3223/News/Teens-participate-in-state-alligator-hunt

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11^th-13^th of November = Broward County Airboat Halftrack Conservation Club hosted their Annual Youth Deer & Hog Hunt, held on South Florida Water Management Districts Grassy Island unit

3^th - 4^th of December= Florida Sportsmen's Conservation Association is hosted their Annual Youth Deer & Hog Hunt, held at Avon Park Bombing Range

FSCA just hosted the Avon Park AFR Deer and Hog Hunt this weekend. Everyone has a great time and we the kids harvested 2 does and a button, this was "first" harvests for them-what a great feeling to assist them in a fun weekend and get a chance to harvest game. Thanks for the opportunity!!!



13th - 15th of January = Florida Sportsmen's Conservation Association Annual Magnolia Hunt

21st - 22nd of January = Florida Sportsmen's Conservation Association is hosting their Annual Youth Deer & Hog Hunt, held in Yeehaw Junction

Click below to see the FSCA Facebook page for past Youth Hunt pictures!

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=182327257706&ref=nf

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and other concerned conservation organizations have joined forces to offer youth hunts that are safe, educational and very affordable. We sponsor introductory, instructive youth hunts for deer, turkey, hogs, waterfowl, small game and other species. Hunts include mentors, lodging and meals.

The Youth Hunting Program of Florida was established to increase the number of youth involved in educational, safe, mentored wildlife and hunting activities through the opportunity to participate in the hunting heritage.

Our Goals:

• Preserve the hunting heritage in Florida for present and future generations
• Promote the highest ethical standards in hunting
• Give our youth an initial, positive, safe, educational mentored hunting experience
• Teach the basic skills, values, techniques and responsibilities of hunting
• Instill in youth a basic understanding of practical conservation measures
• Encourage wildlife habitat access, enhancement and management

On Our Youth Hunts, You Will:

• Learn how to hunt safely, legally and ethically
• Develop your marksmanship and firearm skills
• Learn how to track and process game
• Learn the relationship between hunting and conservation
• Appreciate nature first-hand
• Make new friends
• Spend quality time with family, friends and other experienced hunters
• Leave with experiences and memories that will last a lifetime.

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To participate you must:

• Be between 12 to 17 years old.
• Complete a Youth Hunting Program hunting application (above) that lists your choice of hunts by priority. Youth hunting schedules will be sent to you periodically.
• Complete the Youth Hunting Program release forms sent to you when you are selected for a youth hunt. (Please Remember This is a First Come First Served process!)
• Submit a refundable deposit to secure your position when you are selected for a youth hunt, to ensure all youth hunting opportunities are utilized.
• Complete the Florida Hunting Safety course and prove a copy of your completion card. See below link for more information.

                     http://www.myfwc.com/SAFETY/Safety_hunt_safety_youth_hunter.htm

                  Be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Submit a refundable deposit of $75.00 made payable to the Wildlife Federation of Florida, this is to secure your spot. This is to insure all your hunting opportunities are utilized.

We hope you will experience this wonderful opportunity for you and your child. We look forward to seeing everyone.

FSCA members have donated many hours to the YHP Program. Volunteering for numerous hunts over the past few years to teach the upcoming generations stewardship and ethical hunting. Contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you are interested as a participant, volunteer or a landowner wishing to sponsor a youth hunt.

Volunteers Make It Happen:

Only through the work and resources of volunteers can the Youth Hunting Program of Florida provide thousands of safe, educational and memorable hunting experiences. The program is based on volunteer landowners who graciously open their property up to youth hunting, and other volunteers who plan and facilitate the hunts. The Youth Hunting Program of Florida provides everything for a successful hunt except hunting opportunities and dedicated people. To help preserve hunting for future generations, today?s youth must be provided quality hunting experiences. There are many volunteer opportunities for you to participate in the Youth Hunting Program.

How You Can Help:

Become a Volunteer - (volunteers also need to fill out a Consent for Criminal Background History Check)

Youth Hunting Program Huntmaster Volunteer

Interested in Becoming a Certified Huntmaster; The work and resources of volunteers that’s what makes the Youth Hunting Program of Florida grow and provide thousands of safe, educational, and memorable hunting experiences. The program is based on Volunteer with willing landowners who graciously open their property up to youth hunting, and other volunteers who plan and facilitate the hunts. The Youth Hunting Program of Florida provides everything for a successful hunt except hunting opportunities and dedicated people. To help preserve hunting for future generations of days ahead to provided the youth with a quality hunting experiences. There are many volunteer opportunities for you to participate in the Youth Hunting Program.  But it starts with the Hunt Master so make plans and joining us today.

Qualifications:

You must be a certified hunter safety graduate, work well with people and capable of speaking to large groups.

The Rewards:

Public service to your community. Among other topics, you will instruct new hunters by educating them in firearm safety, outdoor ethics and wildlife management.

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