Get ready for hunting season with a Next Steps Workshop!
 Fall hunting season is upon us, an exciting time of year for new and seasoned hunters. This brings endless opportunities for sourcing sustainable food, exploration, adventure, challenge, skill building, and so much more! If you're looking to learn new skills or brush up on what you already know, check out these upcoming Learn to Hunt workshops across Maine! All materials are provided unless otherwise noted below.
Shotguns are one of the most versatile firearms on the market and can be used for a wide range of species. Whether you’re looking to hunt bear, deer, waterfowl, turkeys, upland birds, or small game, a shotgun may be one of your best investments and provide the most opportunities for various hunting pursuits. In this workshop, shotgun hunting scenarios will begin with action types, and choosing the right choke and shot size for the game you seek. We’ll cover judging distance, shooting at moving targets, and patterning your shotgun. Be prepared to do lots of shooting at the range, where we’ll simulate flushing birds, passing wing shots, incoming waterfowl, and other scenarios.
*This workshop is intended for individuals 12 and up.
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Date/Time: Wednesday, September 11, 2024 from 8:30am - 12pm
Location: Western Maine Fish & Game
1026 Norway Road, Harrison, ME
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Join us for an exciting day learning about upland bird hunting! We'll split the day into two sessions. In the morning will be a classroom discussion covering laws and regulations, equipment, methods, habitats, and more. The afternoon will consist of hands on learning at the range to practice safe gun handling, shooting at clay targets, basic cleaning, maintenance, and firearms storage. |
Date/Time: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 from 9am - 4pm
Location: Sportsman's Alliance of Maine, Augusta, ME
Hunting is an excellent way to spend time outdoors in a meaningful and authentic way. If you are new to hunting, or just curious about it, this course is an excellent way to learn more, figure out how to get started or identify your step in your journey to becoming a hunter. This workshop will discuss laws and regulations, different reasons for hunting, selecting hunting equipment, target species, and how to get started on this rewarding path.
This workshops is offered at two different dates and locations:
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Date/Time: Wednesday, September 25, 2024 from 6pm - 7:30pm
Location: Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust - Round Top Farm
3 Round Top Lane Damariscotta, ME
Date/Time: Friday, September 27, 2024 from 9am - 10:30am
Location: Maine Outdoor Sportsman
1044 Atlantic Highway Northport, ME
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Deer hunting is an exciting way to spend time in the woods while matching your skills with one of Maine's most sought-after big game species. Join us to learn how to apply knowledge about deer habitat and behavior to hunting methods and tactics. This workshop will include hands on demonstrations and practice to get you ready for deer season! |
Date/Time: Thursday, September 26, 2024 from 9am - 1pm
Location: Mahoosuc Land Trust Valentine Farm Conservation Center
162 North Road Bethel, ME
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If you can't make to Bethel, there are two other deer hunting workshops coming up in October! Experience the crisp air and fall foliage while learning about this scared Maine tradition. Join us to learn about this important species in our ecosystem and how hunting supports Maine's conservation goals.
This workshops is offered at two different dates and locations:
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Date/Time: Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 2pm - 5pm
Location: Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust - Round Top Farm
3 Round Top Lane Damariscotta, ME 04543
Date/Time: Monday, October 14, 2024 from 1pm - 4pm
Location: Maine Outdoor Sportsman
1044 Atlantic Highway Northport, ME
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