EDGEFIELD, S.C. — In celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Day, thirty youth participants from the Coos Bay area had the opportunity to experience a weekend of pheasant hunting at the Coquille Wildlife Area. The event was hosted by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and sponsored by the NWTF Oregon Coastal Cutters Chapter. Held over two days, Sept. 28 – 29, the event introduced young hunters to the thrill of hunting while teaching them important lessons in firearm safety and wildlife conservation.
For many of the youth hunters, this was their first hunting experience, and the event provided them a controlled, supportive environment focused on safety and success. The event gave the learning hunters a chance to develop their hunting skills with the guidance of experienced mentors and hands-on learning.
The NWTF Oregon Coastal Cutters Chapter sponsored half of the pheasants provided for the youth hunting event, partnering with the Tioga Oregon Hunters Association, who sponsored the other half. This sponsorship was made possible through the Oregon NWTF State Super Fund, with funds raised by NWTF members and supporters at local banquets. This support allows NWTF chapters nationwide to offer youth programs and foster the next generation of hunters and conservationists.
In addition to providing pheasants, volunteers from the NWTF Oregon Coastal Cutters Chapter played a key role in the event’s success, helping guide the young hunters and providing dog handlers to retrieve harvested birds. Thanks to the hard work of all volunteers, the event was a resounding success, with nearly all hunters reaching their daily limit of pheasants.
“It’s so much fun seeing the excitement of the young hunters, the dogs and the volunteer dog handlers as these roosters flush,” said John Cooper, NWTF Oregon Coastal Cutters Chapter president.
For those interested in participating in future events or learning more about hunting opportunities, visit the Oregon Coastal Cutters Chapter’s website or Facebook page for updates and information.
About the National Wild Turkey Federation
Since 1973, the National Wild Turkey Federation has invested over half a billion dollars into wildlife conservation and has positively impacted over 23 million acres of critical wildlife habitat. The NWTF has also invested over $10 million into wild turkey research to guide the management of the wild turkey population and to ensure sustainable populations into perpetuity. The organization continues to deliver its mission by working across boundaries on a landscape scale through its Four Shared Values: clean and abundant water, healthy forests and wildlife habitat, resilient communities, and robust recreational opportunities. With the help of its dedicated members, partners and staff, the NWTF continues its work to provide Healthy Habitats. and Healthy Harvests. for future generations.
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