CARBONDALE, Ill. (Heartland News) - Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center will host the largest inclusive archery hunt in Illinois for veterans and hunters with disabilities.
Hunt participants will have exclusive access to Touch of Nature’s 3,400 acres of land, November 12-15. Organizers say the event is the largest inclusive deer hunt in Illinois with 43 people registered to participate.
Volunteers will be on hand to sight-in bows and help with anything that needs attention. Hunters are encouraged to bring a helper and their own gear, but extra bows and supplies will be available.
The National Wild Turkey Federation’s Illinois Wheelin’ Sportsmen program partners on the event. An additional partner this year is Disabled American Veterans women’s chapters to help encourage more female veterans with disabilities to participate.
To apply as a hunter, helper, or to donate to donate to the Inclusive Archery Hunt, visit the Touch of Nature website.
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