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Fish & Wildlife News: Green Mountain Conservation Camps still have openings

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Vermont Business Magazine The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department says there are openings in its summer Green Mountain Conservation Camp program for young people who want to learn about Vermont's wildlife and gain outdoor skills. The one-week camp sessions are held at two locations -- Lake Bomoseen in Castleton and Buck Lake in Woodbury. Campers participate in hands-on learning about fish and wildlife conservation, ecology, forestry, orienteering, safe firearm and archery techniques, swimming, canoeing, fishing and more in an attractive outdoor setting. Natural resource professionals come to the camp during the week to share information on their programs and take campers out for field activities. Conservation camps open June 19 and continue until August 19. Tuition is $250 for the week, including food, lodging and equipment.  

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Youth Hunter Ed Challenge on May 14, 2016
Youth hunters hoping to hone their skills are encouraged to attend the 2016 NRA Youth Hunter Education Challenge in St. Johnsbury on Saturday, May 14, from 8 am to 5:00 pm.
 
A few spaces are still available in this annual event being held at the Caledonia Forest & Stream Club.
 
 
Fish & Wildlife announces 2015 Master Anglers
2015 program report published, new challenge added for 2016
 
The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department has released its annual Master Angler program report and 35 Vermont anglers have garnered "Master Angler" status for 2015.
 
"2015 was another strong year for the Master Angler program as we saw over 700 trophy fish entries from more than 200 anglers," said Shawn Good, fisheries biologist and Master Angler program coordinator with Vermont Fish & Wildlife. "In the end, 25 adult anglers and 10 youth anglers completed the challenge and became 'Master Anglers' for 2015. This is not only a great accomplishment, but also a testament to their passion for fishing in Vermont."
 
 
 
VT Fisheries biologist fishing for bass
Fish & Wildlife Offers Free Intro to Bass Fishing Clinic
The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is hosting a free Introduction to Bass Fishing clinic onSaturday, April 23, at the Kehoe Education Center in Castleton.
 
Open to people of all ages and levels of experience, including those who are completely new to fishing, the clinic will be led by department staff and instructors from the Let's Go Fishing Program.