Free Trapper Training Camp Scheduled For Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge

According to Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, the Tennessee Fur Harvesters and Furbearers Unlimited are co-sponsoring a free trapper training camp for all ages at the Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge, Birchwood, TN on Friday, June 6 through Sunday, June 8.  Proceedings begin at 6:00 p.m. on Friday evening and close at noon on Sunday.

All ages are welcome to attend.  Actual “in field” training will be provided. There will be a Native American storyteller on Saturday night as entertainment. Meals will be furnished on Saturday, as well as Sunday breakfast.  Games and contests will be held for all ages.  Free primitive camping is available at the refuge.  Please call, in advance (if possible) to advise your participation and/or if you require further information, call John Daniel at 423-595-0986.

Directions:  From I-75 – to Cleveland, take the Paul Huff Parkway Exit, go to Hwy. 60 (towards Dayton) 14.5 miles, turn right onto Shadden Road and follow the signs.  From Dayton – (going towards Cleveland) take Highway 27 to Highway 60 approximately 7 miles on left, take Shadden Road and follow signs.

This will be an educational and fun-filled event!  All ages are welcome to attend.