National Hunting and Fishing Day was established by Congress 25 years ago to recognize hunters and anglers for their contributions to wildlife conservation. This money funds conservation programs conducted by state wildlife agencies that have returned many species of native wildlife to healthy and abundant populations, and on a national basis has been used to purchase more than four million acres for wildlife habitat. To celebrate the day, open houses and fun events sponsored by sporting clubs and conservation groups will include competitions in outdoor skills, information fairs, conservation seminars, and hands-on instructional opportunities. The Dakota-Thurston County Pheasants Forever chapter will hold its fourth annual banquet Tuesday at Atokad Park in South Sioux City. An auction will follow the banquet.
Tickets are available at the door.
Two hunter education classes are scheduled in Sioux City. Pre-registration and materials are available at the Pronto station in Sergeant Bluff. Volume II-East of the Continental Divide. With maps, hatch charts and in-depth discussion of the necessary flies and tackle, this book covers it all. Both books are specially bound to lay flat and stay open.