GOODLAND – The High Plains Roosters chapter of Pheasants Forever will have its youth upland bird hun, March 1 in Sherman County. The hunt is open to all youth age 10 to 15, and no previous hunting experience is required.

“Our volunteers pride themselves on the ability to accommodate youth hunters of all experience levels,” said Brian Schaffer, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Kansas outreach coordinator. “These are very seasoned sportsmen who make every effort to pass on our hunting heritage in a safe, enjoyable environment.”

The event will begin at 8 a.m. March 1 with a pre-hunt safety seminar. Then hunters and mentors will hunt various species of upland birds including ring-necked pheasants and chukar on the grounds of a local controlled shooting area. Following the hunt, participants can also partake in shotgun shooting, bird cleaning, and a D.A.R.E. program provided by the local sheriff’s office. Lunch and refreshments will be provided and there is no cost to attend. All participants must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

“If your child has an interest in hunting, but maybe doesn’t know where to start, please encourage them to attend this event and experience what it’s all about to be a conservation-minded sportsman,” Schaffer said.

For more information or to registe, contact Melvin Crow at (785) 821-2607 or Jason Artzer at (785) 821-2317. The hunt is open to the first 45 participants.