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Mar
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Written by:
ODNR Division of Wildlife
3/17/2011
Special Youth Turkey Hunting Drawing for Mosquito Creek Wildlife Area
MECCA, OH – The ODNR Division of Wildlife will offer special opportunities for young hunters seeking wild turkeys this spring. In addition to the statewide youth turkey hunting days April 16th and 17th on both public and private lands, the Division of Wildlife will be holding a drawing on Saturday, April 2, 2011 for special, controlled turkey hunting opportunities for youths at Mosquito Creek Wildlife Area.
Hunting dates are on Saturdays and Sundays only, from April 16th through May 15th, 2011. Hunters 17 years and under must be present in order to participate in the drawing and must bring a valid 2011 hunting license. A total of 90 permits are available.
A “Jake’s Day” sponsored by the National Wild Turkey Federation, Trumbull Federation of Conservation Clubs and Trumbull Rod and Gun Club will begin at 9:30 a.m. where youngsters can participate in shooting sports and other activities. Lunch will be provided. Registration for the youth day will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the Trumbull Rod and Gun Club, 6575 Phillips-Rice Road (one mile north of State Route 88) and the drawings will take place at 1:00 p.m. Youths not wishing to participate in the event may register anytime prior to the drawing.
For questions regarding the drawing for Mosquito Creek Wildlife Area call (440) 685-4776. Youngsters participating in the “Jake’s Day” are encouraged to dress for the weather!
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