Getting Kids Unplugged and Outdoors...

Photos by David Strandberg

Pheasants Forever believes the future of conservation and our hunting heritage depends upon today’s youth having the desire and opportunities to carry on the ethical traditions of this organization. At both the national and chapter level, Pheasants Forever is investing in sound programs enriched with events such as youth mentor hunts, conservation events and habitat projects.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

...HOPE TO SEE YOU ON THE 23rd OF THIS MONTH AT OUR ANNUAL BANQUET!! TONS OF GREAT THINGS JUST FOR YOU...

2012 SUMMER CAMPS
**T.U.N.E. CAMP
Details coming...

**UPLAND BIRD CAMP
Dates: July 22nd-27th
Tution: $400
Ages: 12-16
Prereq.: MN DNR Firearms Safety Certificate
Location: Deep Portage - Hackensack, MN - www.deep-portage.org
Phone: 888.280.9908
Email: portage@uslink.net

Details: Sponsored by the Ruff Grouse Society and Pheasants Forever, this camp offers the opportunity to learn the basics of hunting upland game birds. Classes cover the habits and habitat needs of game birds as well as safe and proper wingshooting techniques and even how to prepare game birds for cooking. Campers learn ethical hunting techniques and the role of conservation organizations in maintaining the sport of game bird hunting as well as how to locate hunting areas and how to respect private landowners. Trained dogs are an important aspect of upland bird hunting - this camp includes a field trip to Pine Shadows Kennel to learn about bird dog breeds and training techniques. Great way to meet friends and gain bird hunting skills. Limited scholarships available through Deep Portage for this camp.

**Also learn about Forkhorn I {MN Deer Hunters Assoc.} Camp - Forkhorn II - Forkhorn III - Mini Camp and the Izaak Walton League Camp through Deep Portage at
www.deep-portage.org

CERTIFIED YOUTH COORDINATOR: Joe Deutsch (C) 612.328.4742 (E) joe@scottcountypf.org  

UPLAND TALES 

Upland Tales is a publication of Pheasants Forever, Inc. This magazine is part of the Pheasants Forever and Quail youth program, and is published February, May, August and November. Upland Tales encourages short letter or email to the editor. Please include your name, hometown and name of the PF or QF Chapter in your area. Editor: Mark Herwig (e) mherwig@pheasantsforever.org

Annual Youth Membership is $15, which includes a subscription to Upland Tales.

SUPPORTS our
Scott County Youth Program

FIREARMS SAFETY CLASSES

Please Note: Most firearms classes are offered in spring and fall. Check for SPRING classes in February and FALL classes in July. Classes are added to the DNR website daily as the information becomes available. Periodically check the class listing for additional classes.

• Current Class Schedules
• Contact our local Conservation Officer
  Adam Block at 952.873.6241  
• Check your local newspaper
• Call (800) 366-8917

Requirements: Certification is available to students 11 years and older.

WE SUPPORT OUR SCOTT COUNTY AREA HIGH SCHOOL TRAP SHOOTING TEAMS

Belle Plaine

Prior Lake 

....and 4H SHOOTING
SPORTS PROGRAM