On the weekend of October 17-18, Houston Safari Club (HSC) and the Texas Game Warden Association (TGWA) sponsored a youth bow hunt in Maverick County. First Point Bowhunting donated their 5,200 acre ranch for the hunt, with Game Wardens Bobby Kana and Vu Nguyen of Galveston County present to host and educate kids on the importance of proper harvesting and processing of game animals.
The hunt was donated to Lonestar Bowhunters Association and a state wide drawing was held to select the hunters; their ages varied from 9 to 14 years old. Many of the hunters selected were first time bow hunters, who have never harvested an animal. The hunters selected were notified in early September, and for the first timers, there was a month long of intense practice to get ready.
During the weekend temperatures reached almost 90 degrees turning bow blinds into sweat boxes, but the kids still had a fantastic time. Four animals were harvested—an 8 point buck, a spike, a doe, and a javelina. Each animal harvested was the first for each young bow hunter. The kids had a great time venturing down to south Texas, with many driving over 5 hours to experience their first bow hunt.
“TGWA is grateful for the continued support of HSC. The grant from HSC allows kids to experience the world of outdoors through hunting and fishing,” stated TPWD Game Warden Vu Nguyen. “In a world of television and video games, many kids from urban areas would not get the opportunity to experience the outdoors without these types of events. Educating the young hunters of the future correctly will ensure that the resources are sustainable for future generations.”
About Texas Game Warden Association
For more than a generation, the Texas Game Warden Association (TGWA) has introduced young Texans to the beauty and value of our land and wildlife. TGWA’s members have devoted millions of hours, as well as funding, to educate more than 300,000 boys and girls. Natural role models, Game Wardens are uniquely qualified professionals teaching outdoor skills to youth hungry for one-on-one relationships and for hands-on experience with the outdoors. Members are made up of Game Wardens, concerned citizens, landowners, and businesses that share the commitment to preserving the rich heritage and wildlife of Texas. TGWA encourages and invites you to become a part of this special organization. Your support is critical to the association’s ultimate goal of “Conservation for Future Generations.” For more information visit texasgamewarden.com.
About Houston Safari Club
Houston Safari Club (HSC), established in 1972, is a volunteer non-profit organization based in Houston, Texas. Its mission is to preserve the sport of hunting through education, conservation and the protection of hunters’ rights. HSC proudly provides one of the largest scholarship programs of its kind, in conjunction with its charitable arm, the American Conservation and Education Society (ACES). Together, HSC and ACES have provided millions of dollars for conservation, education and sporting rights initiatives worldwide. For more information, please visit houstonsafariclub.org or call 713.623.8844.
