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COLUMBIA, Mo. -- The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites beginner deer hunters to a mentored hunt on Dec. 5-6 at Charles Green Conservation Area (CA) in Boone County during the late antlerless portion firearms deer season. This event is free and open to those 11 and older who have not previously harvested a deer.
The group will meet in the morning on Saturday, Dec. 5 at a local shooting range to do some target practice. After the shooting range, participants should plan to deer hunt the remainder of the weekend or until a deer is harvested. Hunters will hunt while accompanied by an MDC-approved mentor.
Participants are encouraged to complete hunter education, if not already certified, before the hunt. Each hunter will need to purchase a deer hunting permit prior to the event. Permits can be purchased at http://short.mdc.mo.gov/Z4g.
MDC will provide all necessary tools for hunting, but participants should bring their own snacks and water and dress appropriately for the long weekend outdoors.
The application for this hunt will close on Nov. 20, and participants will be notified by Nov. 25 if they are drawn for participation in the hunt. Apply online at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/DW1s2St6Me or by calling 573-815-7900 ext. 2886.
Questions about this event can be sent to Conservation Educator JR Royston at jr.royston@mdc.mo.gov.
MDC is committed to accessibility at all its nature centers, regional facilities, and conservation areas. To request an ADA accommodation for participation in MDC programs, visit https://mdc.mo.gov/accessibility.
