In brief: Idaho hosts all comers for hunting workshop
Next month, Idaho Fish and Game will pilot “ HUNT IDAHO: Connecting Mountains to Meals,” a two-day event in Lewiston geared to anyone interested in hunting, residents and nonresidents alike.
“Those who have never picked up a gun before and those who have hunted for many years but would like to try a different aspect of hunting are invited to attend,” organizers say in a media release. The events will be held:
• Aug. 21 from 2-7 p.m. at the Lewis-Clark Wildlife Club Shooting Range, 27007 Tom Beal Road near Lapwai, Idaho.
• Aug. 22 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Idaho Fish and Game regional office, 3316 16th St. in Lewiston.
Experienced shooters will mentor participants at the shooting range on Aug. 21 as they try shotguns and various rifle calibers. A barbeque dinner will be served starting at 4 p.m.
Saturday’s session will include outdoor workshops at the Lewiston Wildlife Habitat Area and the regional IDFG office.
“Participants of the event will become connected to the tradition of hunting through a series of educational, hands-on workshops,” says Jerome Hansen, IFG’s Clearwater regional supervisor.
Emphasis will be given to wildlife biology and their habitat, hunting techniques and equipment, firearm safety, as well as how to care for and select a firearm for purchase.
Other session topics include how to field dress, process and cook wild meat.
Specialized workshops will be offered on subjects such as horse packing, bear hunting, calling elk, traditional vs. modern archery, upland game birds, duck hunting, women in hunting, and more.
Preregister through the IDFG Lewiston office, (208) 799-5010.
Outdoor adventure festival
A family-friendly outdoor adventure festival on Saturday in Spokane Valley will offer introductions to a wide range of activities on and off the Spokane River, along with music, free-ride bike stunts and brews to create the festival atmosphere.
Spokatopia will run 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Camp Sekani Park.
Participants will have a chance to try stand-up paddleboarding and SUP yoga, kayaking, disc golf, rock climbing, mountain biking, geocaching, rafting and canoeing.
Vendors of gear and other outdoor products will have booths.
Demo bikes, paddle sports gear, slacklines and other gear will be on hand for festival goers to try out, according to organizers from Spokane Parks and Recreation Department.
Live entertainment will start at 4 p.m.
Entry to the festival is $5.