Wisconsin DNR Learn to Hunt Bear Program
If you want to participate in the popular Learn to Hunt Bear Program slated for August, now is the time to apply.
This will be the fourth annual program. Bear hunting is a unique part of the state?s hunting heritage. The Learn to Hunt Bear program truly offers novice hunters a chance they likely may not otherwise have ? and that means going out on an actual bear hunt.
The program defines a novice hunter as anyone 10 or older with two years or less hunting experience of any kind. The experienced mentor who assists with the program must have at least five years of bear hunting experience.
Quality mentoring is the key to this program?s success. Mentors provide the guidance, oversight and answer the important novice hunter questions. The mentors are what makes this bear hunting program so popular and so valuable.
In 2009 there were 57 participants and 141 applications accepted in the Learn to Hunt Bear Program. The events took place in northern and west central Wisconsin.
This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced mentors in a controlled situation it?s an incredible experience for any age and is a lot of fun.
Applications for participation are available on the Department of Natural Resources website at dnr.wi.gov and search ?learn to hunt bear program."
For questions, please contact Deputy Warden Ben Mott, the Learn to Hunt Coordinator, 608-444-1244 or e-mail questions to: DNRLElearntohunt@wisconsin.gov
