Youth Pheasant Hunting Clinic Scheduled in Genesee

Genesee area hunters between the ages of 12 and 15 are encouraged to register for a Youth Pheasant Hunting Clinic scheduled Saturday, October 9. The event will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will begin at the Genesee Community Picnic Shelter on the south end of town. The youths will also practice their shooting skills at the nearby trap range and conclude the day hunting pheasants on private land near town. "This will be a great opportunity to introduce young hunters to the sport of pheasant hunting," said Jay Roach, North Idaho chapter president of Pheasants Forever. "The goal is to make hunting a fun priority among all the other activities that vie for a teenager's time." Along with hunting pheasants, the youth will learn about wildlife conservation, pheasant ecology, dog handling and the importance of respecting landowners. Safety, ethics, sportsmanship and the hunting tradition will be given special emphasis. The clinic is free and intended for first-time hunters who have completed a hunter education course and hold a valid 2010 Idaho hunting license. An adult supervisor must accompany each young hunter throughout the clinic. Advance registration is required and space is limited to 20 youth. To learn more or to register, contact the Clearwater Region Fish and Game office at 208-799-5010 no later than 5 p.m., Friday, October 1. Sponsors include the Pheasants Forever, Flying B-Ranch, Idaho Fish and Game, Snake River Gun Dog & Sportsmen's Association, and Clearwater Point Dog Club.