Hunter and Bowhunter Education instructors in southwest Montana were recently recognized for their years of dedicated service.
Classes in Montana’s Hunter and Bowhunter Education programs are taught by volunteer instructors willing to share their knowledge, skills and enthusiasm for hunting. Each in-person class is free, and students gain valuable hands-on experience that help them be safe and successful while hunting.
The region’s 144 active volunteer instructors have nearly 1,600 years of combined experience teaching Hunter and Bowhunter Education, with an average service term of 11 years.
This spring, the following instructors from the region were recognized for achieving milestones of service in Hunter Education:
5 years
Austin Moody, Sheridan
Emory Adams, Bozeman
Kallie Hossack, Butte
Artem Pechischev, Bozeman
Kimberly Pechischev, Bozeman
Glen Sparks, Belgrade
10 years
Kelly Bockting, Dillon
Hunter Foster, Butte
Lynn Foster, Butte
15 years
Vanna Boccadori, Butte
Craig Boulton, Bozeman
James Kelly, Bozeman
Greg Vidmar, Bozeman
20 years
Mark Kemp, Bozeman
Krestin Sharp, Butte
25 years
Walter Gordon III, Manhattan
35 years
Melvin Kieninger, Butte
40 years
Douglas Denson, Twin Bridges
The following instructors from the region were recognized for achieving milestones of service in Bowhunter Education:
5 years
Austin Moody, Sheridan
15 years
Harry Grim, Sheridan
30 years
Gary Dudden, Butte
Hunter, Bowhunter and Trapper Education are personally rewarding for many volunteer instructors. They often feel they are making a difference in the lives of new hunters in ways that can last for generations. Many instructors also discover common interests and camaraderie with other program volunteers.
Montana needs more volunteer instructors in its Hunter, Bowhunter and Trapper Education programs. Anyone with experience in these areas is encouraged to apply. To learn more, visit fwp.mt.gov/hunt/education/volunteer-instructors.
To find a class near you, visit fwp.mt.gov/education/hunter-education.
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