As we are quickly closing in on summer, there are many opportunities out there for kids even though last hunting season is just a mere memory. Although we all live in many different locations around the country and our summer weather ranges from warm and sunny to humid and sultry, there are still plenty of ways to reach kids and have a chance to get them involved. The first thing you can do, no matter where you live, is to get your kids or any other kids you may know, into a hunter education class. This will not only help them meet most state requirements to hunt in the fall, but it just might get some kids interested in hunting that you never knew even had an interest. For that matter, they may not even know that they were interested until you invited them!
An indoor archery shoot is another great way to spend time with kids this summer if you want to” beat the heat”. Most local archery shops have an indoor range and will be more than happy to accommodate some young new shooters. A local archery club is also a great place to reach out to in order to find some shooting opportunities and instruction.
If weather permits and you and some young outdoorsmen are willing to get out into nature, then by all means, grab that fishing pole and head out. Early mornings and late evenings are great on the water and teaching a kid to fish creates a lifelong skill for them.