Winnebago Eastshore Conservation Club in co-operation with the Chilton Optimist Club will sponsor a Wisconsin Hunter Education and Firearms Safety Course beginning a 6:30 P.M. Sunday, July 26, 2009 at Winnebago Eastshore Conservation Club clubhouse which is located on Hickory Hills Road between Chilton and Stockbridge according to Tom Roberts, chief instructor for the course.

    The remainder of the course will be held on July 28,30, August 2, 4, 6 and 8,2009. Students must attend all classes to successfully complete the course.

    Certified Instructors who have completed requirements established by the National Rifle Association and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will teach the course.

    Adults that have not successfully completed a Hunter Safety course and anticipate a 2009 out-of-state hunting experience may wish to enroll in this course. Many states now require nonresident hunters to show

proof of Hunter Safety certification.

    There is no minimum or maximum age restriction though the course is designed for youngsters 12 to 16 years of age.

    Pre-registration is required and class size is limited. The course will be offered on a first registered-first served basis. A parent or legal guardian is required to sign the registration form for the student and

must accompany the student to the first class. There is a $10.00 fee for the course and prospective students must have a WI DNR customer ID number.

    For additional information or to pre-register, prospective students should call Tom Roberts at 849-4921.

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