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This training will introduce participants to important scientific concepts involved in planning for natural resources and focus on skills leaders need to operate effectively. Participants will explore the full suite of issues at play in natural resources planning, from forests and wildlife to floodplains and climate change. Presentations on context, ecological scale, and planning for whole Communities are interspersed with interactive hands-on activities that make this an intensive and exciting training.

Instructors: 

• Jens Hilke, Conservation Planner, VT Fish and Wildlife Department 

Note: This is a 3-session training course. You must sign up for all three sessions if you wish to take this class and receive the certificate.

• Session 1: Tuesday, October 10, 2023, 6:30p.m. - 9:00 p.m.  (Online)
• Session 2: Tuesday, October 17, 2023, 6:30p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Online)
• Session 3: Tuesday, October 24, 2023, 6:30p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Online)

Register for ELT Unit 1 Email Jens.hilke@vermont.gov

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This is a National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP®) Basic Archery Instructor (BAI) training. This training is primarily for school personnel and will allow your school to take part in NASP® and have access to the materials, curriculum and more. 

Location: Stowe High School, Stowe VT

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New hunters looking for mentorship and a community to learn with are invited to the department’s annual Learn to Hunt series.

When: September 16-17, 2023

Where: GMCC, Woodbury VT

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Teens ages 15-17 are invited to spend a weekend full of fun and adventure at the Edward F Kehoe Conservation Camp. Participants will spend the weekend participating on activities taught by department biologists, wardens and other staff.

This is a perfect way to unplug and engage with peers outdoors before heading back to the classroom. Space is limited so register today!

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The Junior Waterfowl Hunter Training Program is a joint educational effort of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge, the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department, Ducks Unlimited, Delta Waterfowl, the Sportsman’s Club of Franklin County and volunteers to teach young hunters about waterfowl hunting. The program focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary to become responsible, respected individuals who strive to learn all they can about waterfowl and to become knowledgeable in firearms safety, hunter ethics and wildlife conservation.

Mentors and youths who would like to participate in this year's program must pre-register with the Refuge by Friday, August 4. Participation in the program will be limited to 30 enrollees.

To register for this year's program, call refuge headquarters at 802-868-4781. Please include the mentor’s name and youth's name and age, address and telephone number.

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When: September 22-24, 2023

Where: Green Mountain Conservation Camp, Woodbury VT

Contact Nicole Meier at 802-828-1193 or email at nicole.meier@vermont.gov for more info. 

Do you want to teach Vermonters to be safe, ethical, and legal while hunting? Do you have a passion for hunting and want to share that passion with others? Then teach with us! The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is hosting a virtual instructor training course on Saturday, August 5th. All applicants must complete their instructor paperwork and online homework before attending the course.

Instructor application paperwork can be found here: https://vtfishandwildlife.com/hunt/hunter-education/becoming-a-hunter-e… 

If you have questions or want more information, contact Nathan.Lafont@vermont.gov or call 802-828-1193.

Reasonable accommodations will be made upon request at no cost to the participant. When requesting accommodations, we ask for as much advanced notice as possible.

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Canceled due to flooding

Are you a student entering 7th-10th grade in the Fall who is interested in the environment and ready to explore, in depth, your passion for Vermont’s natural resources? 

Come ready to explore natural resources management and share a weekend with other youth from around Vermont who have the same interests.

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Register to become a certified Let's Go Fishing Instructor!

Volunteers with the Let's Go Fishing Program encourage and teach young people and their families how to fish, emphasizing that fishing is more than just catching fish.

Saturday, April 20, 2024 | 8:30am-3:00pm 
FW Essex Regional Office, 111 West Street, Essex VT 05452 | map

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There is no fee to become an instructor or take the training.

Register to become a certified Let's Go Fishing Instructor! After successfully completing this one day training and pending a background check you will be certified to conduct fishing clinics across Vermont on behalf of Vermont Fish & Wildlife.

Date: May 10^th

Time: 9:00am-3:00pm

Location: Lyndon Outing Club, Lyndonville VT

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