The picture shown herein says it all: 73 youth took to the woods on the weekend following
Thanksgiving in pursuit of deer with firearms. Many a smile on these young hunters as they
showcased their “trophies” amongst themselves and attending family members.
Sponsored by the National Wildlife Turkey Federation of Southern Maryland, this 2-day deer hunt
proved that today’s youth – especially in Southern Maryland – are not lost to the future of hunting in
Maryland. Quite the contrary. These young hunters – under close/personal supervision afield and
for many their first time afield – demonstrated an interest and skill set which should produce the next
proud generation of safety conscious and conservation-minded hunters in our State.
It was a wonderful sight to behold!
The HUNTERS OF MARYLAND, LLC were present as awards were given out on Sunday,
December 1, 2024 at Zekiah Ridge Farms & Flowers
(https://marylandsbest.maryland.gov/item/zekiah-farms-llc/)
Special thanks to HOM Member Joe Beuchert and his lovely wife Diane for taking charge and
planning this great event. And we all thank the 40 plus sponsors who helped underwrite this
landmark event.
Learn more: www.nwtf.org/chapters/southern-maryland-md
