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Introduction to Hunting Seminar
June 1, 2024 @ 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
The Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America will sponsor its annual “Introduction to Hunting Seminar” on June 1st. Women, men, and teens are all welcome.
This nationally recognized and award winning training will include instruction and discussions about conservation and ethical behavior, the five W’s and How of hunting, what is hunting success, preparing to go hunting, techniques and skills for being in the woods, trailing game, animal habitats and habits, choosing a tree stand location, safety and first aid, hunting apps, being skunked, what can you learn when you miss, advantages and disadvantages of hunting companions, choosing an appropriate bow, long gun or muzzleloader and more. There will be plenty of time for questions.
This seminar does not replace the required Hunter Education course but is to supplement that course and to expand one’s hunting knowledge. The instructors have had nearly 100 years of hunting experience and what they will share is intended to help participants have a more enjoyable time while hunting.
The seminar will be held at the B-CC IWLA Chapter House in Poolesville, MD. Check in begins at 8:30am and we will start at 9:00am and will continue until around 4:00pm. The cost is
$15 to cover materials. We will be walking in the woods and fields for at least a mile or more so participants should be prepared for that level of activity. Bring your own lunch, drinks,
and wear clothes for outdoor walking and going through briars. Participants should make sure that their clothes and exposed body parts are treated with bug spray to resist ticks and other critters.
All non-B-CC IWLA members must bring their printed and signed off Hold Harmless Agreements which are available from B-CC IWLA at the following address:
Individuals should contact the instructors at [email protected]. Any questions about the seminar should be sent to this same email address.
Class size is limited to 25, so registering early is recommended. Registration deadline is May 20th.
Please use the Signup Genius link below to register for the event.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DACAA28A7F8C25-intro3