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Teen Conservation Weekend

Teens ages 15-17 are invited to spend a weekend full of fun and adventure at the Edward F Kehoe Conservation Camp. Participants will spend the weekend participating on activities taught by department biologists, wardens and other staff.

This is a perfect way to unplug and engage with peers outdoors before heading back to the classroom. Space is limited so register today!

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August 18, 2023 - 6:45 PM - August 20, 2023 - 4:00 PM

Habitat and History: Pittsford Ridge Hike at Hubbardton Battlefield WMA

Date: Saturday September 16, 2023
Time:10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meet at the Hubbardton Battlefield Historic Site Parking lot | map

Hike up to Pittsford Ridge, to experience the area many American soldiers withdrew from during the July 7, 1777, Battle of Hubbardton. Learn about the importance of this Wildlife Management area and the changes in habitat of the area and state at large, throughout history as well.  

Meet at the museum for orientation. Your guides are Jim Rowe, historian of the Crown Point Road Association, and Travis Hart, state and private lands biologist with the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department.

September 16, 2023 - 10:00 AM - September 16, 2023 - 1:00 PM

Deadline to Apply- Junior Waterfowl Hunter Training Program

The Junior Waterfowl Hunter Training Program is a joint educational effort of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge, the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department, Ducks Unlimited, Delta Waterfowl, the Sportsman’s Club of Franklin County and volunteers to teach young hunters about waterfowl hunting. The program focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary to become responsible, respected individuals who strive to learn all they can about waterfowl and to become knowledgeable in firearms safety, hunter ethics and wildlife conservation.

Mentors and youths who would like to participate in this year's program must pre-register with the Refuge by Friday, August 4. Participation in the program will be limited to 30 enrollees.

To register for this year's program, call refuge headquarters at 802-868-4781. Please include the mentor’s name and youth's name and age, address and telephone number.

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August 4, 2023 - 12:00 AM
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