Migratory bird hunting seasons announced
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has announced the migratory bird hunting seasons for 2022 and early 2023.
Mourning dove: Sept. 1 to Oct. 16; Nov. 1 to 27; Dec. 17 to Jan. 2
Woodcock: Oct. 15 to Nov. 28
Snipe: Sept. 1 to Dec. 16
Sora rail: Sept. 1 to Nov. 9
Early teal: Sept. 10 to 25
Ducks, coots and mergansers: Nov. 5 to 6; Nov. 26 to Jan. 22
Geese (Canada, brant, white-fronted, snow, ross’s): Sept. 10 to 18; Nov. 5 to 20; Nov. 26 to Feb. 12
Youth and veteran only hunting days: Oct. 29 to 30
For information on daily limits, shooting hours and other regulations as well as dates for falconry visit in.gov/dnr/fish-and-wildlife/hunting-and-trapping/waterfowl-and-migratory-game-birds/.
Pollinator day camp this month
St. David’s Episcopal Church, 11 State Road 45, will host a free Pollinator Day Camp on June 28 through 30 from 1 to 4 p.m.
The camp is intended for children ages 5 to 10, but younger children with their caregivers are also welcome to attend. Older children who can help with the younger kids are also welcome.
The free camp will include music, crafts and nature.
Youth mountain bike clinic
Brown County Bikes and DNK Presents will host a youth mountain bike summer clinic on July 25 and 26 from 9 a.m. to noon at Brown County State Park, 1801 State Road 46 East.
The class aims to teach children ages six to 12 to learn how to ride more safely and efficiently and to increase their confidence.
The cost for the class is $150. Children must bring their own bike, helmet, water and snacks.
Tickets can be purchased at browncountybikes.com/product/brown-county-bikes-youth-mountain-bike-clinic-4670.htm.
Youth Marksmanship program scheduled
Hoosier Hills Rifle and Pistol Club sponsors a shooting sports program for boys and girls ages 13 to 21. The program teaches gun safety and marksmanship skills.
Skill awards can be earned by shooting paper targets at an outdoor range using .22 caliber rifles. The program is taught by certified instructors and coaches.
Training and practice sessions are held on Wednesday evenings.
For information and to apply, email [email protected] or visit hhrpyouth.org.
Running Retreat in Nashville
Transcend Health and Wellness will host Transcend Running Retreat from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 in Nashville. The weekend aims to connect women who love running.
The schedule will include group trail runs, workshops and meditations. The location will be given to attendees after they register.
The registration fee is $2,200. Those interested can register at transcendhealthandwellness.com/retreats/fall.
