Introduction to Hunting with Shotguns - Wilton

Introduction to Hunting with Shotguns - Wilton

This is an entry level shotgun class and is ideal for those with little or no shotgun experience.

By Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife

Date and time

Sunday, May 4 · 9am - 1pm EDT

Location

WIlton Fish and Game Club

256 U.S. 2 Wilton, ME 04294

About this event

  • Event lasts 4 hours

Shotguns are one of the most versatile firearms on the market and can be used for a wide range of species. Whether you’re looking to hunt, bear, deer, waterfowl, turkeys, upland birds, or small game, a shotgun may be one of your best investments! A shotgun may provide the most opportunities for various hunting pursuits. In this workshop, shotgun hunting scenarios will begin with action types, and choosing the right choke and shot size for the game you seek. We’ll cover judging distance, shooting at moving targets, and patterning your shotgun. Be prepared to do lots of shooting at the range, where we’ll simulate flushing birds, passing wing shots, incoming waterfowl, and other scenarios

This workshop will be hands on, with our time balanced between practical exercises and live-fire range time and open to anyone 12 and up. You will soon be prepared for the upcoming season whether it’s hunting or a day at the range. This is great for the new hunter or shooter, and a great refresher for experienced folks to get ready for the season.

All shotguns, including 20 gauge and 12 gauges in various action types, and ammunition and materials are provided by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, including shooting eyewear and ear protection.


Organized by

Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife

We are biologists, game wardens, and educators all in on a common mission: responsible, safe enjoyment of the Maine outdoors. We believe a healthy ecosystem makes life better for all the fish, wildlife, and people who call Maine home, as well as for the visitors who call it Vacationland.

While MDIFW is a state agency, our work is funded by sportsmen and outdoorspeople. Our revenue comes through the sale of hunting and fishing licenses/permits, boat, snowmobile, and ATV registrations, as well as taxes on hunting and fishing gear. The more people who actively enjoy Maine's natural resources, the more ability we have to enhance, preserve, and protect them for the future.

Basically, we're all in this together. Biologists. Game wardens. Educators. And you – the hunters, fishermen, and everyday adventurers who support our work.

For recreation, for hunting, for fishing, for science, or just for fun: we're all in for the Maine outdoors.