Luzerne Times

Mar. 04, 2024 - NANTICOKE – Rep. Alec Ryncavage (R-Luzerne) is hosting a Youth Hunter Safety Course on Saturday, March 9, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ashley Borough Building.

Ryncavage emphasized the importance of connecting youth with nature through initiatives like the Youth Hunter Safety Course, stating, "In today's digital age, it's crucial to provide opportunities for our youth to connect with nature, learn timeless traditions and cultivate a sense of responsibility. Through initiatives like our Youth Hunter Safety Course, we're not just teaching skills – we're fostering a legacy of stewardship and respect for our natural world."

The Pennsylvania Game Commission highlights the necessity for first-time hunters and trappers to complete the Basic Hunter-Trapper Education course before they can purchase a state hunting or trapping license.

Attendees of the Youth Hunter Safety Course, who must be at least 11 years old, will learn a range of essential skills and knowledge including ethics and responsible hunting behavior, basic firearm safety, basic shooting skills, wildlife conservation and management, basic firearm and archery hunting techniques, outdoor preparedness, and fur-taking basics. The course, spanning six hours, requires participants to pass a certification exam at its conclusion.

Individuals interested in attending the course are required to pre-register through the provided link.

For more information or inquiries, please contact Representative Alec Ryncavage at 119th Legislative District Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Media Contact: Melissa Fox, 717.260.6522, mefox@pahousegop.com. Visit RepRyncavagePA.com or Facebook.com/RepRyncavage.