New Hope Baptist Church is hosting a "Community Conservation Day for Kids" on Saturday, June 13. Activities will include archery, BB gun target shooting, primitive fire-starting using flint and steel, and "Backyard Bass" fish casting.
- Archery program will teach the fundamentals of archery including equipment, safety, stance, and shooting techniques This event is for ages 5-18 with the desire to shoot a bow and arrow but have little or no experience. Note: The minimum draw on the mini-Genesis bows is 8 lbs.; youth must be able to be able to pull back this weight to participate.
- Staff will provide one-on-one hunter education instruction during BB gun target shooting.
- Youth will learn how to "catch" a spark using char cloth during primitive fire-starting with flint and steel. Participants will use the glowing ember to ignite a ball of fine fibers to start a fire.
- Test you fish casting skills while playing "Backyard Bass" game.
- Noon meal for registered youth provided by New Home Baptist Church
MDC is working with New Home Baptist Church in providing this Community Conservation event; equipment for the activities listed above are provided by MDC.
Program is Saturday, June 13, 2026 (10 AM - 2 PM). Program is for 40 youth ages 5-18 and registration is required.
Registration Link:
https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/216320
Location:
New Home Baptist Church
2895 Old Route 5 North
Camdenton, MO 65020
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DpBhwT6TQx47SHD59
If you have any trouble with registration, contact: Dwight.Warnke@mdc.mo.gov