Learn to Hunt Deer with Glacier Valley Gobblers (Sauk County)

Description

Cost: Free

Interested in deer hunting but not sure where to begin? This hands-on course is designed for adults with little to no hunting experience who want a supportive introduction to deer hunting in Wisconsin.

Participants will learn hunting laws and regulations, firearm safety, deer biology, scouting strategies and shot placement. You’ll gain experience on the firing line and assist in processing a deer to build confidence from field to table.

The course culminates with a mentored weekend hunt, pairing you with an experienced hunter to put your new skills into action.

To Register: Contact Emily Iehl at emily.iehl@wisconsin.gov.

For questions about the event please contact Tyler Hasheider. 

Agenda: 

• Instruction: 

  • Tuesday September 22, 6 - 8 p.m. - Introduction - DNR Fitchburg Service Center (3911 Fish Hatchery Rd, Fitchburg WI 53711)

  • Saturday September 26, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Firearms Handling - Dane County Law Enforcement Training Center (5184 WI-19, Waunakee WI 53597)

  • Thursday, October 1, 6 - 8 p.m. - Deer Butchering - Evenson Deer Processing (E7849 Cty Rd B, Spring Green, WI 53588)

• Hunting: 

  • October 9 - 11 - Private and public land near Leland.