Date: 9/15/10
Contact: Doug Nielsen
Phone: (702) 486-5127 x 3500

NDOW SEEKING VOLUNTEER INSTRUCTORS

Do you enjoy fishing, hunting or both? Do you like to share those interests with others? If so, then the Nevada Department of Wildlife is looking for you because the agency wants to bolster its cadre of educational volunteers. Needed are dedicated volunteers with an interest in teaching others about the basics of fishing and the principles of safe and responsible hunting.

“Some people might think they have to be an expert to teach these subjects, but that’s just not the case. Knowledge and experience is a good thing, but the most important qualification we are looking for is a willingness to teach, to share knowledge with that next generation of anglers or hunters,” said Martin Olson, hunter education coordinator for NDOW in the Southern Region.

Those who are interested in becoming a volunteer Angler or Hunter Education instructor can obtain more information by calling NDOW at 702-486-5127 -- extension 3503 for Angler Education and extension 3501 for Hunter Education.

The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) protects, restores and manages fish and wildlife, promotes fishing, hunting, and boating safety. NDOW’s wildlife and habitat conservation efforts are primarily funded by sportsmen’s license and conservation fees and a Federal surcharge on hunting and fishing gear. Support wildlife and habitat conservation in Nevada by purchasing a hunting, fishing, or combination license. For more information, visit www.ndow.org.