Xcel Energy and the Indianhead Chapter of the National Wild
Turkey Federation will host a gun deer hunt for sportsmen with
disabilities on Saturday, Oct. 5, at Xcel Energys 4,400-acre Tyrone Property near Durand. The event is open to applicants with any type of physically challenging disability. Up to six hunters will be accompanied by a mentor during the hunt to offer any assistance that may be needed in the field. The free event includes hunting orientation and safety discussion with a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources representative; lunch, snacks and refreshments; and an afternoon of hunting. The day will conclude with hunting tales and stories around the
campfire. Hunters must possess a valid Class A, long-term Class B that authorizes shooting from a vehicle, Class C or Class D Disabled Hunting Permit and a current gun deer hunting license to participate in the disabled deer hunt. Hunters are allowed to shoot either antlered or antlerless deer during this hunt with the appropriate permit(s). For more information and to inquire about participating in this event, contact Matt McFarlane at matthew.j.mcfarlane@xcelenergy.com or 715-737-2434.
