Columnist Barb Henderson: Explore hunting, fishing opportunities during ‘03

Barb Henderson

Friday, Dec. 27, 2002 | 9:45 a.m.

Barb Henderson is an outdoors enthusiast, freelance writer and producer/host of outdoors radio television programming. Her column appears Friday in the Sun.

H unters who apply for tags during the 2003 application process and are successful in the annual draw (mid-year) for Nevada hunting tags will be able to experience the hunting tradition. Bird hunters will flock to the fields for upland game birds and waterfowlers will once again huddle down inside hunting blinds during -- 2003 bird seasons.

A nglers have a variety of waters to enjoy the fishing sport. Fishing techniques and seasons can vary on different waters, you'll need to check the Nevada Fishing Seasons and Regulations - brochure for specifics.

P ull. Shotgunners enjoy saying the word pull, the one-word releases clay birds for Trap, Skeet and Sporting Clays. While others draw back and let their arrow fly in the dynamic world of archery, and others dress up in their favorite western attire for the popular -- Cowboy Action Shooting. These are a few of the shooting sports enjoyed at both indoor and outdoor ranges. Ranges can be a great resource for that search -- of certified shooting instructors.

P lan on attending a safe boating course and/or a hunter's safety class this year. For information, contact the Nevada Division of Wildlife.

Y ou can make a difference! Volunteer with your favorite hunting and/or fishing organization. Conservation programs and projects are always in need of volunteers throughout the year. Volunteerism plays a crucial role with wildlife organizations.

N evada has dry desert land, rivers, lakes and mountains that you might want to discover.

E xplore the outdoors while appreciating the hunting, fishing and shooting sport opportunities.

W ildlife organization banquets are an important way to raise funds to support conservation projects and programs throughout the year.

Y ear-round fisherable waters can be found -the best of luck -- hooking on a big n'!

E xperience the thrill -- introduce someone new to the great outdoors.

A tend a hunting and/or fishing organization meeting this year.

R eservoirs, lakes and rivers can be wonderful destinations -- might want to consider them as part of your 2003 outdoor vacation plans.

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