Vermont has nine species of bats. How are they doing? Is white-nose syndrome still a concern? How can you encourage them on your property through habitat management?  They eat tons of insects. Alyssa Bennett, a biologist with the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department will share all about bats. Landowner Tracy Winn will share her management goals and how wildlife benefits. We will discuss microhabitat features such as tree cavities and peeling bark to features such as forest openings and canopy closure. By the end of this outing, you will be able to think like a bat.

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Learn the basics of fishing during this hands-on event! Topics covered will include knot tying, regulations, casting, fish identification and more. Near the end of the program participants will have a chance to try out their new skill. Equipment is provided.

Date: Saturday, August 24, 2024
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes VT| map

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Becoming a instructor is a great option for those looking to share their passion of fishing with others. No prior fishing experience is needed.

Location: Lyndon Outing Club: 1580 Lily Pond Rd. Lyndonville VT

Time: 8:45am-2:00pm

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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.

Participation in the program will be limited to 30 enrollees.

All mentors and young hunters must attend the one-day training session on Saturday, August 17, with instruction beginning at 8:00 AM at the Franklin County Sportsman’s Club on Route 36 (Maquam Shore Road) in St. Albans.

For more information about this year's program and registration requirements, call refuge headquarters at 802-868-4781. 

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