YOUTH INVITED TO HUNT TURKEY AT JEFFREY ENERGY CENTER

Applications will be accepted through March 14, or until all spots are filled

TOPEKA – Westar Energy invites youth age 12-17 to participate in a spring turkey hunt, April 1-20, at Jeffrey Energy Center, located seven miles north of St. Marys. The event is open to all youth who meet the age requirement and have yet to harvest a turkey. Participants must be accompanied by an adult mentor, preferably one who does not have turkey hunting experience.  Participants will need a shotgun; however, no special clothing, calls or decoys will be required. Hunters 15 years and younger must purchase a youth spring turkey permit. Hunters 16 years and older will need a unit three turkey permit, hunting license and hunter education card.

Participants will hunt from enclosed blinds around small crop fields scattered over the property where turkeys are abundant. Hunts will take place primarily in the mornings and on weekends, but weekdays and afternoons are possible based on volunteer guide availability.

Registration will be open through Friday, March 14, or until all slots are filled. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis with preference given to inexperienced mentors. For more information and to apply, contact Barb Cornelius at (785) 575-8125.

This project is supported by Westar Energy Green Team volunteers who are veteran hunters available to assist the youths and their mentors.

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WESTAR ENERGY GREEN TEAM INVITE YOUTH ON DEER HUNT

Applications for the Jeffrey Energy Center youth deer hunt dueNov. 1

TOPEKA – The Westar Energy Green Team will host a youth rifle deer hunt at the Jeffrey Energy

Center, seven miles north of St. Marys, Dec. 4-15and Jan. 1-12. Youth 12 and older are invited to attend and submit an application by Nov. 1. A limited number of spots are available, so hunts will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

Hunts will be conducted from ground blinds in the early morning and late afternoon, and will be led by volunteer, experienced hunters. Hunters must be accompanied by an adult mentor and are encouraged to bring their own rifle; however, one can be provided upon request. Hunters must have a Unit 9 deer permit and hunters 16 and older must possess a hunting license and hunter education certificate.

An orientation session will be held on Nov. 16 to instruct hunters on safety, deer biology, and assist youth with sighting-in rifles. To apply for the hunt, contact Barb Cornelius at (785) 575-8125. Hunters successful in receiving a spot will be notified by Nov. 8.

The Green Team’s annual youth deer hunts are part of an initiative designed to introduce youth to hunting, and encourage hunting as a life-long tradition.

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WESTAR ENERGY GREEN TEAM TO HOST YOUTH DOVE HUNT

Participating youth will have the opportunity to hunt wheat stubble and sunflower fields during the Labor Day weekend hunt

ST. MARYS­­– The Westar Energy Green Team will host a youth-only dove huntSept. 1-2 at the Jeffrey

Energy Center (JEC) Wildlife Area, north of St. Marys. The event is open to youth age 16 or younger and hunts will take place during early morning and late afternoon on both days.

According to JEC wildlife area staff, the fields are in great condition, and there should be plenty of birds flying at close range. The hunts are an excellent way for kids 16 and younger to get hands-on experience and learn the basics of dove hunting.”

The registration deadline is Aug. 26, with hunters being accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Youth must bring their own shotguns and be accompanied by a non-hunting adult. Non-toxic shells will be provided to all participants. Hunters age 16 must possess a Kansas hunting license and HIP permit.

Hunters or mentors interested in participating in this event can contact Barb Cornelius at (785) 575-8125.

The 2013 dove season is Sept. 1 - Oct. 31 and Nov. 2 - 10. For more information on dove hunting, visit ksoutdoors.comand click “Hunting/Migratory Birds.”

VOLUNTEER GROUP TO HOST YOUTH TURKEY HUNT AT JEFFREY ENERGY CENTER WILDLIFE AREA

Volunteer guides will lead 20 lucky youth on a hunt for gobblers

Westar Energy’s Green Team, a group of employee and retired volunteers that takes on environmental projects across Kansas, is partnering with the Jeffrey Energy Center (JEC) to host a youth spring turkey hunt. From April 1-21, turkey hunting opportunities will be provided for youth age 12-17 at the JEC Wildlife Area just 45 minutes northwest of Topeka.

Led by experienced volunteer guides, participants will have the opportunity to hunt turkey in enclosed blinds throughout the area. Hunts will take place primarily during mornings and weekends, but weekday and afternoon hunts may be possible based on guide availability.

Participants are asked to bring a shotgun as well as a Unit 3 turkey permit. For hunters age 16 and 17, a hunting license and hunter education certificate is also required. No special clothing, calls, or decoys are needed.

Approximately 20 spots are available and will be awarded to participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants can sign up through March 27, or until all available spots are taken. Preference will be given to inexperienced hunters.

All participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

For more information, contact Barb Cornelius at (785) 575-8125.

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WESTAR ENERGY GREEN TEAM NOVICE TURKEY HUNTS APRIL 1-17

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Registration deadline March 23; preference given to inexperienced hunters

PRATT — Staff at Jeffrey Energy Center (JEC) are inviting youth who have not harvested a turkey to participate in the center’s spring hunt April 1-22 at JEC, about 45 minutes northwest of Topeka.

Youth must be accompanied by an adult mentor, preferably one who does not have turkey hunting experience. These trips will be guided by veteran hunters and will take place in enclosed blinds around small crop fields scattered throughout the plant’s property, where turkeys are abundant.

Youth 12 through 17 years old are eligible. All they need is a Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks & Tourism turkey permit and a shotgun; no special clothing, calls, or decoys are needed. A hunting license and hunter education certificate are only necessary for hunters 16 years or older.

Hunts will take place primarily in the mornings and on weekends, but weekdays and afternoons are possible based on volunteer guide availability. Registration is open through Friday, March 23, or until all slots are filled. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis with preference for inexperienced mentors. For more information or to apply, phone Barb Cornelius at 785-575-8125.

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WESTAR ENERGY NOVICE DOVE HUNT LABOR DAY WEEKEND

Image by Topato via Flickr Labor Day weekend event for youth 16 and younger; registration deadline Aug. 26
ST. MARYS — The Westar Energy Green Team will host a youth dove hunt for novice shooters at Jeffrey Energy Center, north of St. Marys, on Labor Day weekend, Sept. 3-4. Hunts will be on wheat stubble or sunflowers, guided by volunteers in the early morning or late afternoon. Area staff report that the fields are in excellent condition and should provide excellent hunting.
These hunts are a great way for kids 16 and younger to learn dove hunting basics with plenty of birds flying at close range. Youth must bring their own shotguns, be accompanied by a non-hunting adult, and have a license and HIP stamp if age 16. Nontoxic shells will be provided.
Interested hunters or mentors should phone Barb Cornelius at 785-575-8125. Hunters will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and hunts will be scheduled as requests dictate and hunting groups can be formed. The registration deadline is Friday, Aug. 26.

WESTAR ENERGY GREEN TEAM NOVICE TURKEY HUNTS APRIL 1-1

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Registration deadline March 25; preference given to inexperienced hunters
PRATT — April 1-17, the Westar Energy Green Team will guide youth who have never harvested a turkey at its Jeffrey Energy Center, about 45 minutes northwest of Topeka. Assisted by experienced volunteer guides and hunting from stationary ground blinds, youngsters 12-17 years old will hunt accompanied by an adult mentor in prime fields closed to the public until the youth hunters are through. An adult mentor is required.

The Green Team is looking for both youth and mentors with little or no turkey hunting experience. The hunt is designed for those who have minimal access to turkey hunting areas, as well. They will hunt from enclosed blinds, so no camouflage is needed.

The youth must provide their own turkey permits for Unit 2 and, if they are 16 or older, have a valid Kansas hunting license. Youth are encouraged to bring a shotgun, but guns will be provided for those who don't have access to one. Everything else will be provided, including blinds, non-toxic shells, decoys, and calls.

Turkey densities are high in this area, so chances for a close shot are excellent. Hunts will take place primarily in the morning and on weekends, but weekdays and afternoons are possible based on volunteer guide availability. Registration will be open through Friday, March 25, or until all slots are filled. Applications for the limited number of slots will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis with preference for inexperienced participants. For more information or to apply, contact Barb Cornelius at 785-575-8125.