Clinic happens Sept. 8
ELMO — You can sharpen your waterfowl hunting skills at a free clinic on Sept. 8. And — if you’re 14 years of age or younger — you might even win a free 20-gauge shotgun.
You can shoot at flying targets at the upcoming clinic.
The Division of Wildlife Resources, the Desert Ducks chapter of Ducks Unlimited and Sportsman’s Warehouse are hosting the clinic at the Desert Lake Waterfowl Management Area east of Elmo. Both youth and adult hunters are invited to attend. The clinic runs from 8 a.m.–noon.
“The clinic will feature plenty of fun and practical exercises for both new and experienced hunters,” says Walt Maldonado, DWR wildlife recreation specialist in southeastern Utah. “The clinic has something for everyone.”
You can learn several skills at the clinic, including how to shoot, call ducks, train dogs and arrange duck decoys. Youth participants can also shoot clay pigeons from a duck blind. The targets will be thrown at various angles to simulate the different types of shots waterfowl hunters encounter in the field.
A variety of shotguns will be available for adults and youth to use. You’ll learn which firearms and ammunition are best for hunting ducks and geese, proper shooting technique, and other skills necessary for a safe and successful hunt.
The clinic will culminate in a duck calling contest, and prizes will be awarded. Inexperienced duck callers will get a crash course and time to practice before the contest starts. The clinic will also include a drawing for a 20-gauge shotgun for a lucky youth 14 years of age or younger.
The clinic is free, but you must register to attend. You can sign up online.
If you have questions about the clinic, call the DWR’s Southeastern Region office at 435-613-3707.