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Post by Decatur on Aug 10, 2010 15:15:01 GMT -5
Trapping Camp planned at Salamonie Reservoir
Salamonie Reservoir and the Indiana State Trappers Association (ISTA) have scheduled a free Trappers Education Course for Sept. 25-26 at the Upper Wabash Interpretive Center.
The program is for trappers of all ages, though youth trappers are encouraged to attend.
The program starts at 9 a.m. both days.
On Sept. 25, participants will receive education on trapping issues, ethics, and regulations. In the afternoon, participants will accompany trapping instructors on a trap line and set traps to be left overnight and checked the next day.
On Sept. 26, participants will accompany trapping instructors to check trap lines. ISTA instructors will demonstrate skinning and fleshing of furbearers.
Participants will not need a trapping license to attend the program. There are no fees or costs associated with the program, but participants must register in advance. Entrance fees will be waived for all participants. Free camping is available for course attendees at Lost Bridge West Youth Campground. Lunch will be provided both days.
Participants must attend both days to receive DNR trapper education certification. Participants are encouraged to bring hip waders or waterproof boots to wear on the trap line.
The registration deadline is Sept. 19.
To register in advance or get more information, call the Upper Wabash Interpretive Center at (260) 468-2127.
The Upper Wabash Interpretive Center is located in Lost Bridge West Recreation Area, Salamonie Reservoir, west of Indiana 105 in Huntington County.
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More information: Justin Harrington, Salamonie Reservoir, (260) 468-2125
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Post by firstwd on Aug 11, 2010 8:57:09 GMT -5
I love to see the camps and educating anyone interested in trapping. I just wonder how heavy attendance will be with it scheduled on the Youth Deer Hunt weekend?
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Post by Decatur on Aug 11, 2010 11:44:30 GMT -5
Ya, I'm sure that won't help with attendance.
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Post by catahecassa on Aug 12, 2010 7:40:43 GMT -5
Well, I for one would have LOVED to attend...been wanting to learn a little more about trapping...however I definitely won't be there on Youth weekend! This is the last year that my 'baby' gets to participate so NO WAY I am missing it!!!
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Post by huntingman on Aug 21, 2010 11:55:18 GMT -5
i would love to go but to far away and on youth deer weekend
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