event_title: 2024 Small Game Bootcamp

event_time_zone: America/Chicago

event_start: June 08, 2024 09:00

event_duration: 540

event_end: June 08, 2024 18:00

event_address: 300 N 30th St, Paducah , KY 42001, United States

event_description: On June 8th from 9am - 6pm, the Kentucky BHA Chapter and Kevin Murphy of Small Game Nation are teaming up at Carson Park in Paducah, KY to host an outstanding opportunity to learn all things small game hunting and conservation! This family friendly experience is certain to entertain and have you ready for all small game pursuits! Join Kevin Murphy, BHA chapter leaders, BHA staff, local partners, and numerous outdoor enthusiasts as we circle back to where hunting all started for so many people. From chasing rabbits, squirrels, raccoons, and upland game to dog handling, mouthwatering recipes, and outdoor fellowship, small game hunting is how so many traditions started. CLICK HERE to check out Kevin Murphy alongside Steve Rinella in Season 12 of MeatEater! Throughout the course of Small Game Bootcamp, attendees will experience:Educational Seminars with Field ExpertsFree Awesome Door Prizes Giveaways!Great Raffle Prizes - CLICK HERE to see the raffle items! We have TWO (2) Old Town Kayaks to raffle from KYGUNCO!Wild Game Cookoff featuring Rabbit for 2024 CLICK HERE Canine Bench Show - CLICK HERE for more information! Children Activities with Small Game Nation and McCracken Co. Extension Office Food & Drink Vendors (including local brews and Country Boy Brews)Exciting CompetitionsGreat conversationsVendors - interact with numerous vendors! Onsite CampingSo Much More!Were still finalizing our speakers, but get ready to learn about:CLICK HERE to see the event Itinerary!! Small Game Ammo - Backridge Ammo Fish and Wild Game Breakdown with KY R3 and Kevin MurphyTDF Kennels - dog training and obedience for all levelsDog Field Care with Veterinarian Venessa JonesSmall Game Habitat and Conservation with Scott CroninSmall Gam Roundtable - Several Field Experts!So much education and entertainment throughout the day!!  WILD GAME COOKOFF FREE ENTRY THANKS FOR OUR WILD GAME COOKOFF SPONSOR - COUNTRY BOY BREWING CO. A VERY exciting part of this Small Game Bootcamp will be the Wild Game Cookoff! 2024 is the year of the rabbit for the Wild Game Cookoff and were asking every team to come prepared with their favorite rabbit recipe! 1st Place Winner will be leaving amazing prizes!! CLICK HERE for all the information on how to compete in the 2024 Small Game Bootcamp Wild Game Cookoff! Pre-Registration is highly desired!SMALL GAME BOOTCAMP DETAILS:This is a family friendly event, so bring everyone!! There will be kids and family activities all day! We will have some great raffle prizes, so come ready to take home some sweet items! Youll find merchandise for BHA and Small Game Nation along with event specific T-Shirts! Camping is available for both Friday and Saturday nights. We have very limited number of modern sites available but there are numerous tent sites on hand. There are also additional campgrounds in the area.Saturday June 8th will be the main event with activities starting in the morning and running until 6pm. Kiddos 12 and younger are FREE!Getting ThereFor maps, drive times, and airport information, CLICK HERE.Lodging InformationFor all lodging options, including on-site camping information, CLICK HERE.VENDORSThere will be great outdoor related vendors at the event, CLICK HERE to see the lineup!  Were looking for more - interested in being part of the event? Email Jameson Hibbs - hibbsbackcountryhunters.org                     Small Game Bootcamp Event Sponsors:Interested in sponsoring the event? Email Jameson Hibbs - hibbsbackcountryhunters.orgGOLD Sponsor $5000+ Bronze Sponsors $1,000 +    Supporting Sponsors $500       Audubon Animal Hospital