Ep.74 | Ignite the Spark: It Takes a Hunter to Make a Hunter

Every time you go into Penn’s Woods, you take home more than a harvest. So pay it forward and take someone hunting this fall.

Game Commissioner Bob Schwalm and R3 Program Coordinator Evan Mock join host Matt Morrett to discuss the responsibility hunters have to conservation by getting the next generation outdoors through mentorship.

Episode Highlights:

How mentorship builds hunters, creates lasting relationships, and strengthens the future of conservation

The opportunities Pennsylvania offers, from adult and youth permits to special events and seasons

How to break down barriers for new hunters

The importance of keeping mentees involved in every aspect of the hunt

Ways to keep it fun, simple, and pressure-free

Why every harvest is worth celebrating and every “mistake” is a lesson learned

Why it’s still a success, even if a mentee doesn’t become a hunter

Resources:

Attend Hunter-Trapper Education or become an instructor.