Wisconsin Folks Interested in Hosting Deer Hunt for those with Disabilities: Please Sign Up by June 1

Please apply by June 1 to host deer hunt for those with disabilities

Sponsors and landowners interested in hosting a gun deer hunt for hunters with disabilities are encouraged to apply by June 1.

Sponsors are encouraged to submit their applications using the new online process which can be found at dnr.wi.gov, search keywords “disabled deer hunt.”

Hard copies are available at DNR service centers or by calling Scott Roepke at 608-261-7588.

This year’s gun hunt for hunters with disabilities will occur Oct. 5 to 13. Landowners and sponsors have the option to limit the hunt to certain days within that time period.

Hunters interested in participating in the hunt can find a list of sponsors on the DNR web page above after June 1. Hunters are encouraged to contact sponsors as soon as possible so that hunt planning can get underway.

Sponsors are required to submit a list of participating hunters no later than Sept. 1. The list of participating hunters can also be submitted online, similar to the sponsor application.

In 2012, 93 sponsors worked with landowners to make nearly 75,000 acres of land open to hunters with disabilities. These sponsors and landowners provided opportunities for more than 450 hunters.

Many thanks go to hunt sponsors, landowners, and volunteers for their dedication to this great event. Without you, this hunt would not be possible!

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Michigan- DNR and Lake Superior Sportsman's Club Host Free Family Archery Event May 11

Contact:  Bob Wild, 906-885-5206 or Walt Toepfer (LSSC), 906-885-5334  Agency: Natural Resources

Image via WikipediaApril 29, 2011 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Lake Superior Sportsman's Club will host a Family Fun Archery Night on Wednesday, May 11, at 6 p.m., at the LSSC club property, located at 31433 West M-64, in Silver City. This free archery event is designed for beginners of all ages who are interested in learning more about the sport of archery. Basic archery equipment will be provided, or participants are welcome to bring their own. The indoor event will include instruction and plenty of time for target practice. "Archery is a fun, family-friendly activity that doesn't require a large initial investment for beginners," said DNR program coordinator Bob Wild. "The sport can be about learning target-shooting skills, or can serve as a way for bow hunters to practice in the off-season. Either way, it's a great way to enjoy the outdoors as a family." The Family Fun Archery Night is open to everyone, but children younger than 14 must be accompanied by an adult. No pre-registration is required, and refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Bob Wild at 906-885-5206 or LSSC president Walt Toepfer at 906-885-5334. Learn more about the DNR's archery programs at www.michigan.gov/explorebowhunting. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state's natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. For more information, go towww.michigan.gov/dnr.