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The Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce will be releasing 100 pheasantswith numbered leg bands in secret locations within Hughes and Stanleycounties. To enter the Pierre Million Dollar Pheasant Hunt, hunters

must register at the Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce or Lynn’sDakotamart. All hunters must have a valid South Dakotahunters license to register.

Registration Form for the PIERRE MILLION DOLLAR PHEASANT HUNT Name:_______________________________________________________________

Address:____________________________________________________________

City:_________________________________ State:___________ Zip:__________

Home Phone:_________________________________________________________

Email Address:_______________________________________________________

Date of Birth:_________________________________________________________

Registration begins January 1st, 2011 and will end November 4th, 2011. To register, send $20 and registration formto: Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce, 800 W. Dakota Ave,. Pierre, SD 57501 or Lynn’s Dakotamart, 120 W. SiouxAve., Pierre, SD 57501. All banded birds harvested November 5th through November 20th must be turned in byNovember 21st, 2011 to qualify for the drawing. A drawing will be held November 22nd.

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Thank you for reading this edition of the Pierre Capital Journal’s hunt-ing guide. We think this is one of our best editions yet.

The information found in these pages will help you enjoy the tremen-dous variety of hunting experiences in South Dakota.

Hunting is a long- standing tradition in our area as the landscape pro-vides almost ideal habitat for deer, antelope, waterfowl and many more species. Pheasant hunters come from all over the country for some of the finest bird hunting anywhere.

South Dakotans are proud to live in a state in which people are never too busy to pitch in and help one another. You’ll find we’re happy to do the same for our visitors. You may come as a visitor but we hope you leave as a friend.

Pierre has many unique local businesses, including family-owned res-taurants, friendly taverns and distinctive shops. Spend a little time here and you’ll see why we love to call this our home.

We hope that you will enjoy your recreational opportunities, experi-ence small town values and a simpler way of life.

Your most lasting impression of South Dakota, though, will likely be the people. We think you’ll see why Pierre is one of the friendliest cities in the Midwest.

Steve BakerPublisher, Capital Journal

Welcome hunters!Pheasant season in South Dakota began in 1919, and the fall

tradition continues to gain in popularity.It’s a time of year when families and friends gather to enjoy the

great outdoors, experience the excitement of the hunt and feast on some fine table fare.

Brood surveys conducted in August indicate that there should be plenty of pheasants this fall in South Dakota.

As you prepare to go into the fields, please remember to practice gun safety. I want you to have a memorable time this fall and many more great memories in future years.

Enjoy your time in the field and the friendships you make or rekindle.

Dennis DaugaardGovernor, South Dakota


PubliSher Steve Baker

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Art director Melanie Handl

The accuracy of the information included in this guide has been

checked with the best resources available. Capital Journal assumes no responsibility or liability for errors,

changes or omissions in this guide.

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Hunting in Central South Dakota .................... 5

Hunting seasons overview ..............................11

Hearing Protection ..........................................18

Finding the hot spots .......................................19

Safety First ........................................................20

Finding the pheasants ....................................22

South Dakota Sportsmen Against Hunger .... 24

Mentoring the next generation of hunters ... 26

Recipe options after the hunt........................28


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Hunting in Central South Dakota offers year-round opportunities

by Game, Fish and Parks

From the shores of Lake Oahe to the prairies of the Fort Pierre National Grassland, the area surrounding Pierre and Fort Pierre boasts a diversity of small and big game.

Hunting in the Capital city area is a sport nearly year-round, as it is throughout the Mount Rushmore State.

WaterfowlMore than 15 million ducks and 750,000 geese travel through South Dakota each October through mid-February as they migrate toward warmer climates. Located along the Missouri River – the main corridor for many of these waterfowl – Pierre and Fort Pierre offer excellent hunting of mallards, pintails, gadwall and teal ducks, and Canada snow and blue geese. February though May brings a second season, specifically for light geese.

Pheasant and grouseThe Fort Pierre Nation Grassland supports premier grouse hunting as well as maintaining an excellent population of pheasants. The territories of these gamebirds also overlap along the Missouri River, and recent surveys show healthy popula-tions of both in the Pierre area, where the hunting season on public lands runs from mid-October through beginning of January. Numerous commercially operated preserves in the Pierre area offer pheasants in farmed fields, tree strips and wetlands; grouse prefer native prairie grass and brushy areas.

deer, antelope, buffalo and turkeyCentral South Dakota offers a good assortment of big game, including whitetail deer, mule deer, antelope and turkey. These

are hunted in separate firearm and archery seasons occurring in August-December, with a second turkey season from April to mid-May. Antelope, whitetails and mule deer inhabit areas west of the Missouri River, including the Fort Pierre National Grassland. East of the river, look for whitetails in farmed areas. Wild turkeys are found in wooded and brushy areas along the river.Each November though early January, the Triple U Buffalo Ranch, located 35 miles northwest of Fort Pierre, offers guided trophy buffalo hunts and meat hunts.

Prairie dogs and coyotesYear-round hunting and few restrictions make coyotes and prairie dogs popular off-season game. Found throughout South Dakota’s prairies and rolling hills, prairie dogs can be hunted all year on private lands with owner permission and on public lands, such as the Fort Pierre National Grassland, from mid-June through February. Scattered throughout the state, coyotes can be hunted year-round.

hunting licensesA license is always required for hunting small or big game. South Dakota issues resident and nonresident hunting license in game-specific categories. Application deadlines typically fall two to four months before the season opens. Nonresident licenses are available for all kinds of game, though some are available only via lottery. Visit www.sdgpf.info for season dates and license application deadlines.U.S. and Canadian citizens who are 16 and older with a valid Social Security number (U.S citizens only) can purchase over-the-counter licenses online at www.sdgpf.info. A credit card and a printer are needed to buy the license. Parents can purchase youth permits for their children.

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PheasantSeason InformationSeason Dates: Oct. 15, 2011 - Jan. 1, 2012 Open Area: All of South Dakota except the following: Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Brown County, Renziehausen Game Production Area and Game Bird Refuge in Brown and Marshall Counties, Gerken Game Bird Refuge in Faulk County and White Lake Game Bird Refuge in Mar-shall County are open Dec. 12-Jan. 1 Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge, Bennett County, is open Oct. 15-Jan 1. You must check in at the ref-uge headquarters to obtain a free permit before hunting. Permits are available at either entrance kiosk, or online at www.fws.gov Daily Limit: 3 rooster pheasants Possession Limit: 15 rooster pheasants, taken according to the daily limit. The limit accrues at the rate of 3 birds a day, and 15 birds may not be possessed until after the fifth day of hunting. Shooting Hours: 12 Noon, Central Time, to sunset Oct. 15-21; 10 a.m., Central Time, to sunset the rest of the season. NOTE: Central Time is used for opening shooting hours statewide. Future Opening Dates: The pheas-ant season traditionally opens on the third Saturday in October. The tenta-tive date for 2012 will be October 20.

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Season InformationSeason Dates: October 8-10, 2011Open Area: Public lands, statewide, which include the following: Hunting on public road rights of way is limited to those contiguous to and a part of

public hunting lands open for hunting. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Waterfowl Production Areas. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers land adjacent to the Mis-souri River. U.S. Forest Service National Grasslands. U.S. Bureau of Reclamation land. State School and Public Lands. State parks, recreation areas, and lakeside use areas. GFP managed or leased property otherwise open to public

hunting, including Game ProductionAreas open during the regular pheasant season. GFP managed and leased property designated as Walk-in Areas and land enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP). Nontoxic shot is required to hunt small game on most public lands.

Daily Limit: 3 rooster pheasants Possession Limit: 9 rooster pheasants,

taken according to the daily limit. Limit accrues at the rate of 3 birds a day; 9 birds may not

be possessed until after the 3rd day of hunting.

Shooting Hours: Noon (central time) to sunset

Hunting seasons overviewby Game, Fish and Parks


License RequirementsSmall Game, or Combination, or Junior Combination, or Youth Small Game; or 1-Day Small Game

hunting AreasTrue, South Dakota does have over 5 million acres of hunt-ing opportunity on public land and private land that has been leased for public hunting.

The fact remains that the vast majority of the state is land held in private ownership. Permission is required to hunt private land in South Dakota. Your ability to develop a con-nection with private landowners will enhance your hunting opportunities.We encourage you to work as individuals and through your local sportsmen’s clubs to create a personal and working relationship with private landowners. Respect their rights and their land.

Public land open for huntingGame Production Areas: GPA’s are generally managed for the production and maintenance of all wildlife species. Although species emphasis varies from site to site, all wildlife benefits. South Dakota has approximately 730 Game Production Areas, totaling more than 295,000 acres.

Waterfowl Production AreasWPA’s are owned by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as satellites of the National Wildlife Refuge system. These areas are managed for the production of waterfowl, but other game

and nongame species thrive on them as well. There are 1,000 WPAs in South Dakota, totaling nearly 150,000 acres. Public hunting is one of the benefits these areas provide.

bureau of land ManagementBLM lands are open to public hunting, with the majority of surface acres located in 13 counties west of the Missouri River. A majority of the vegetation on BLM lands is prairie

grassland or jiniper woodlands. These lands are managed for livestock grazing, mineral extraction, forest management and recreation if public access exists. BLM manages over 274,000 surface acres, please check with the local BLM office to be aware of any specific rules or restrictions that may apply to these lands.

Forest ServiceThe United States Forest Service manages over 2 million acres in the Black Hills and Custer National Forests and three national grassland units; Buffalo Gap, Fort Pierre and Grand River. These lands are all open to public hunting and fishing. Please check with the local USFS office to be aware of any specific rules, restrictions or travel plans that may apply to these lands.

School & Public landsThe SD office of School and Public Lands manages over 750,000 acres of land. The majority of this land is located in the western half of the state. School lands are available to the public for hunting and fishing. These lands must be legally


accessed, anyone crossing private land to access school land must have the permission of the private landowner. Off-road travel is prohibited. No person may engage in hunting in any standing, unharvested crops on any school and public lands, unless the crop is designated for conservation or wildlife habitat.

Private land open for huntingPlease remember these are privately owned lands and your actions while hunting on them can determine if they are open to public hunting in the future.Walk-In Areas: Privately owned lands, operating as work-ing farms and ranches. Walk-In Areas are leased for public hunting access by the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks using money from the sale of hunting licenses and Federal Aid money from a tax on hunting equipment sales to pay the leases. No further permission from landown-ers is needed to hunt these areas. NO DRIVING is allowed on Walk-In Areas except on designated trails and parking areas. There are over 1.25 million acres in the Walk-In Area program.

conservation reserve enhancement Program (creP)

Open year round to public hunting and fishing access. CREP lands are owned by private individuals who have enrolled them in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) and signed a lease agreement with South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks to provide public hunting and fishing access.

controlled hunting Access Program (chAP)Privately owned lands, operated as working farms and ranches, leased for public hunting access by the South Da-kota Department of Game, Fish and Parks primarily for big game hunting. Landowners are paid based on the number of hunters that use these lands. It is important that hunters us-ing a CHAP area complete the required check in registration slip and drop it in the self-service box so hunter use can be properly counted. Lease payments are paid with money from hunting license sales.

cooP Manage AreasPrivately owned lands, operating as working farms and ranches, leased for public hunting access by the South Da-kota Department of Game, Fish and Parks. These leases are paid for using money from the sale of hunting licenses and Federal Aid money from a tax on hunting equipment sales.

No further permission is needed from the landowner to hunt these areas. Driving on harvested fields is allowed to place and retrieve waterfowl decoys. Hunters with a disabled hunt-ing permit are also allowed to drive on these areas to hunt any game. All other access is limited to foot traffic only. No hunting while farm machinery is present. Most are located in the north east part of South Dakota.

elk Access ProgramSD GFP has signed lease agreements with ranchers around Wind Cave National Park to provide public elk hunting access. These leases are paid for with money from the sale of hunting licenses. In order to insure the most success-ful harvest of elk on these lands, reservations are taken on a first come, first serve basis. If you draw an elk license for the southern black hills and would like to hunt one of these areas, please call the Rapid City Regional GFP office at 605.394.2391 for more information.

Keep in mind Several public lands require nontoxic shot for all shot-gun hunting of small game. Public lands may have specific restrictions. Federal lands may not be posted with boundary signs or fences - consult with the appropriate federal agency for current ownership information. State hunting licenses are valid only on private deeded lands within the exterior boundaries of Indian Reser-vations. Persons wishing to hunt on tribal lands must contact the appropriate tribal office for licensing require-ments, rules and regulations.


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HUNTING SEASON Approx Date Signup Begins

Canada Goose August Take July 11West River Deer August 15Antlerless Archery Deer September 12Youth Deer August 15Fall Turkey August 10Antelope August 20Muzzleloader Deer September 25East River Deer September 25

West river deerThe West River Deer season includes most of South Dakota west of the Missouri River and outside of the Black Hills. The short grass prairie is home to mule deer, with whitetails scattered along drainages and the rare wooded areas.Both residents and nonresidents may apply for limited licenses available in specific units (usually by county).

Season dates:West river deer - nov. 12, 2011 - nov. 27, 2011

hunting guides on Public landsA hunting guide is defined as a person who holds himself or herself out to the public as a hunting guide and (for compen-sation or remuneration) directs or provides services to any person for the purpose of hunting any wild animals.No person, acting as a hunting guide, may guide any hunt-ing activity on state-owned or managed: Game Production Areas State parks Recreation areas Lakeside use areas Federal land leased or under agreement to South Dakota Land posted as a Game Production Area and managed for wildlife purposes Waterfowl production area Federal refuges Private land leased or under agreement to GFP for the purpose of providing public access.


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Now that summer has come and gone, and autumn’s icy grip has us clamoring for our warm clothing, we can rest easy knowing that the one thing so

many of us have been waiting for all year is right around the corner: rifle season.

For many of us who enjoy the stillness and calm of nature, the panoramic view from our blinds, the camaraderie of our fellow hunters, and—of course—the satisfaction and pride of finally landing that ever-elusive 12-point buck we’ve always dreamed of, there’s one important detail we often ignore in regard to our annual rifle hunting ritual: hearing protection.

It may seem like a minor detail to some, but the damage caused by continuous exposure to loud noise can be irrepara-ble. According to James F. Battey, Jr., M.D., Ph.D., director of NIDCD the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NCICD), "Loud noise, such as the 140-decibel (dB) blast of a rifle, can irreparably damage the specialized cells of the inner ear—called hair cells—that enable us to hear, so it is vitally important for us to protect our ears when we are repeatedly exposed to loud noise."

To put that 140-dB figure into perspective, it’s

important to note that

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noise at or above 85-dBs causes hearing loss. And, natu-rally, our hearing is vital to many of our day-to-day activities, including rifle hunting—a detail we often overlook, as it’s easy think of hunting as a mostly visual exercise. Of course, the more seasoned sportsman knows how essential every sense is when it comes to gaming, and yet they are the ones most at-risk for permanent hearing dam-age due to their repeated exposure to loud gunfire.

So, what’s the solution? It’s really quite simple: wear hearing protection, every time you hunt, every time you fire your weapon. There are a variety of options available, from the standard foam plugs to my personal favorite, custom-molded ear protection. Though they may have a heftier price tag than their yellow foam counterparts, the custom-molded plug is made especially for your ears unique shape, ensur-ing a perfect fit, and ensuring your hearing is at its most protected.

Additionally, these custom plugs filter out the high frequency noise that triggers severe damage to your hearing from prolonged firearm use, allowing you to still hear the all-im-portant sounds for a successful hunt, without the annoying “plugged-up” feeling that standard ear filters cause.

So get out there and make this rifle season the most memora-ble of all, but make sure your commitment to hunting safety includes protecting your hearing, too. You’ll be glad you made the investment. Your hearing is more than worth it.

hearing protection an important part of hunting safety


Let’s face it, fall is short and we don’t have time to do all of the things we love to do. The fish are biting, pheasant season is open, deer are rutting, antelope are

running and waterfowl are making their way south. Even if we quit our jobs, most of us wouldn’t be able to cover all of these adventures.

Scouting and preparation are the keys to every good hunting and fishing trip. There is no substitute for getting out on the ground and looking around to see where the quarry is.

But with South Dakota having more than 1 million acres open to public hunting, the question is: How can a hunter narrow the field?

The South Dakota Department of Game Fish and Parks has three tools to help with scouting and hunting.

The Wildlife Inventory and Land Management Application, or WILMA for short, allows hunters to customize an interac-tive map to get a better look at where they are going.

WILMA contains 2008 aerial photography, maps and public land boundaries, both federal and state. When it comes to Game Production Areas, WILMA lets hunters know what

crops are planted, what types of tree belts there are and what is going with the grasslands (haying, grazing or if it’s left idle) by accessing habitat inventory data. WILMA can be found at www.sdgfp.info/Wildlife/PublicLands/PubLand.htm.

In the past, hunters had to rely on the South Dakota Hunt-ing Atlas to locate tracts of public ground. While effective, when a person is on the road or on the ground, it could be hard to tell exactly where you were in relation to land bound-aries.

Game and Parks has solved that problem with the new GPS public lands downloadable maps. Hunters can download the hunting atlas onto a handheld GPS unit.

The maps aren’t compatible with every GPS unit, but work on almost all Garmin’s, the Lowrance iFINDER series and XOG unit and Magellan Triton GPS units.

With step-by-step video instructions and email reminders to users when new tracts of land become available, this is an amazing tool for hunters.

To learn more about the GPS maps, go online to www.sdgfp.info/wildlife/gps/index.asp.

Finding the hot spotsChris Hull - Game, Fish and Parks

Pierre


The Chinese ring-necked pheasant.It’s the South Dakota state bird and the most widely hunted

animal in the state, with about 1 million roosters brought down each season.

Every year, new hunters go out in search of wild game, whether it is pheasants, deer or waterfowl.

Before the season starts, some preparation needs to be done.“There is a well-established hunter safety course in the state

and it’s offered in communities throughout the state,” Chris Hull, communications specialist with South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks, said.

The HuntSAFE course is required for youth ages 12 and up, but past age 18 the course is not required.

“It gives a lot of good pointers even if it might seem like common sense,” Hull said.

The HuntSAFE course teaches safe handling of firearms, develops safe, responsible and knowledgeable hunters and certifies people under age 16, making them eligible to apply for hunting licenses.

Curt Robertson, HuntSAFE coordinator for the state Game Fish and Parks department, said hunters need to learn the basics of hunting, firearm and outdoor safety and landowner respect. They need to get familiar with equipment and practice to load and unload gun properly and become a good shot.

“Also make sure and contact the landowner (if on private land) far ahead of time so you can get familiar with each other,” Robertson said.

Licenses for big game usually need to be purchased about two months prior to the season opener. However, leftover tags can be found online for all game besides elk.

“There are really no deadlines to get licenses for duck, pheas-ant and archery hunting,” Hull said. “You can go online or to a licensed retailer to get licenses.”

Licenses range in prices depending on age. Some youth hunting license prices are cheaper, with pheasants and wa-terfowl each being $5 a piece and then a state migratory bird stamp is $5, so $10 total. For adults hunting big game, prices range from $25-$45 depending on how many animals licenses are purchased for.

“Hunting seems like it should be a very solitary sport, but it’s not really. People are willing to share tips and help with what equipment to use,” Hull said. “They want to introduce people to the sport.”

Throughout the state of South Dakota, there are more than 5 million acres of land available to hunt, but be sure to ask for permission if the land is private.

“There are two good ways to find public lands, either in the atlas (on our website) or find the land,” Robertson said.

After finding out if the land is public or private, make sure to approach the landowner far ahead of the season opener.

“Go on up and ask them for permission. It’s harder to get that access (during the season) because some people want to use their own, so ask early,” Hull said.

Hull said that he helps some of his friends at random times and in return they let him hunt.

The first hunting season opened Sept. 18, which was prairie chicken and grouse, and the last season closes in February.

“Go out and have someone mentor you to do things cor-rectly and safely,” Hull said. “It’s a great opportunity to take kids out.”

Robertson added some tips for basic hunter safety.• Treat your gun as loaded. • Make sure you identify your target and what is behind

your target. • Keep your finger outside of the trigger guard and alongside

the trigger guard.• See blue below the bird — meaning see the sky, not just

the ground.For information on hunting in South Dakota, visit http://

gfp.sd.gov/.

By Jamie Anderson - The Capital Journal

Pierre

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Everyone wants to be successful when it comes to fall hunting trips. Here are a few tips to help you harvest some wily ring-necks in the coming weeks. And have a safe and ethical hunt.

TRy SMAllER GROUPSExcept in a few cases, the big pheasant drives of years past are not the most effective way to hunt roosters. Two or three hunt-ers will have more luck than large groups in getting permission to hunt from landowners. Smaller groups also can hunt most kinds of cover better than a big group could.

FIND THE REAl COvERWith pheasants under pressure in most areas of South Dakota, the birds quickly learn what cover types are safe. If it is too steep, too thick, or too remote for most hunters, that’s where they will be. And you can bet they’ll know the best escape routes, too. Successful hunters are quiet, and they attempt to get between the birds and their escape cover.

MAkE USE OF THE WEEkDAySMost hunters can only be out on Saturday and Sunday. By Sunday evening, the birds are as wild as they get. If you will be in South Dakota for several days, why not arrive on Wednes-day or Thursday? By then the pressure will be lower, and roost-ers will have calmed down from the weekend pressure.

DON’T lET THE WEATHER STOP yOUIf the weather is rough, you can take advantage of the reduced competition. Put on your long underwear, and head for cover that offers the birds protection. If it’s snowing and blowing, the roosters will pile into dense cover, and hold tight for you to boot them out. The discomfort is a small price to some of the best shooting of the year.

WIlD ROOSTERS ARE TOUGHExperienced hunters say that a 1 1/4-ounce load of 4 shot is as reliable as anything available. Those who have switched to steel shot recommend 1 1/8 ounces of 2 shot. Either load fired through an improved cylinder barrel makes a perfect combina-tion for South Dakota roosters.

FOllOW yOUR DOG’S lEADDog owners are well-advised to adapt their hunting to their dog’s best traits. If you own a flushing dog like a Retriever or

Springer spaniel, dense cattail marshes give your dog a chance to track down a tight-sitting bird. Pointing dogs will frustrate their owner in such dense cover. If they do point a bird, locat-ing the dog can be impossible unless you own a beeper collar. Pointers are more effective in grassy draws and uplands that pheasants often use as loafing cover.

lOOkING FOR THE OUT-OF-WAy REFUGEWhen the hunting pressure is on, smart roosters often are found in small patches of cover away from the pressure. The tail of a slough, upper end of a draw, or a plum thicket on a hillside are good spots to find one or two birds.

SHOOT THE FRONT HAlFPheasants aren’t particularly fast, but many hunters shoot be-hind them anyway. Concentrate on the front half, that’s where his vitals are. In fact, many good shooters say they zero in on the white strip that gives ringnecks their name.

USE THE MORNINGWith shooting hours starting at noon or 10 a.m., some hunt-ers wonder what to do in the morning. Try a scouting trip for pheasant activity along the roadsides. Once you have found some, track down the owner of the land, and get ready for the afternoon hunt.

kEEPING COMFORTABlESouth Dakota’s fall weather is unpredictable, so be prepared. On an opening day not too many years ago, there were 4 inches of snow on the ground at dawn, which melted into a muddy mess by early afternoon. The 25-degree morning temperature had climbed to a sweaty 75 degrees by afternoon. Appropriate clothing for the day included a down vest, rubber boots, leather boots, a wool shirt, rain pants, T-shirt, and a sun hat. The secret to outfitting a hunter are layering and a big duffel bag. Include plenty of water for you and your dog.

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One out of every seven persons in South Dakota (or over 100,000 people) live at or below the poverty level according to Feeding South Dakota. About one-half of these people are chil-dren and infants. A primary food shortage is fresh meat which is in high demand and difficult to obtain. Of particular demand is game meat because of its nutritional value in having low fat and high protein content.

At the same time, the deer and antelope populations in most areas of the state exceed population goals. Each year, many deer and antelope hunting licenses remain unsold, which results in a deer and antelope harvest that is too low for controlling the populations. If hunters purchase additional deer and antelope licenses and donate more harvested deer and antelope to needy families through South Dakota Sportsmen Against Hunger (SD-SAH), the result would be a win-win situation!

Hunters have been responding to these needs for increased deer and antelope harvest, and have increased meat donation especial-ly in recent years. In 2010, 104,178 pounds of game meat were provided to needy families through SDSAH and local food relief

agencies. This meat was primarily a result of hunters donating 2,560 deer, 140 antelope, 1 buffalo and 3,646 pheasants. Other game meat came from community game meat food drives, hunter direct donations of processed meat to food relief agencies, and salvage processing of confiscated or non-hunter killed game.

South Dakota hunters have now donated nearly 554,800 pounds of venison to needy families. That's 2,219,000 meals of meat for the hungry! However, we need even more help!

NEW IN 2011Because of over-abundant Canada goose populations in the east-ern one-fourth of the state, a special Management Take season has been established by the Department of Game Fish and Parks for August 13 - 28, 2011. (See South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks under "Links") Hunters are encouraged to take Canada geese as allowed and, if surplus to the hunter's own use, to donate the extra birds to SAH through designated goose processors where the processing costs will be paid by SAH through use of goose processing certificates available from the processors.

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In 2008, the South Dakota Game Fish and Parks Department created the mentored hunting program.

Mentored hunting allows individuals from 10-16 years old, who have not taken the HuntSAFE course, to hunt in a safe and controlled environment.

The purpose of the mentored hunting program is to get chil-dren actively involved in hunting at an early age, while provid-ing personal instruction from a designated mentor.

Mentored hunters do not need the hunter education course, but must be a South Dakota resident and must be accompa-nied by an unarmed mentor.

Mentors must be hunter education certified, a South Dakota resident and possess a valid hunting license for the game being hunted. If the mentor is not a parent or guardian, they must have written permission from the hunter’s parents.

For more information on the mentored hunting program, visit: www.sdgfp.info/Wildlife/hunting/MentoredHunt/index.htm.

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PrActice SAFety FirSt Treat every firearm as if it is loaded, practice muzzle control and be absolutely sure of the target. Safety is the primary concern when youth are involved in hunt-ing. Practice shooting skills before the hunt to ease fears.

PAy Attention to the youthMentoring is about the youth, not about you.

reMeMber they Are youngPhysical stamina and mental maturity is much differ-ent in youth than adults. Consider short hunts and talk beforehand about field dressing animals.

hAve PAtienceYouths don’t always get it right the first time. Practice CPR: Compliment, Positive correction, Review.

liSten And tAlKListen and address any concerns the youth may have before the hunt. Talk to the youth about connection to nature and respect for habitat and wildlife.

uSe APProPriAte equiPMentHunting gear is not one size fits all. Use the appropri-ate size of equipment.

don’t PreSSureSometimes the best shot is no shot. The only good shot is one the youth is comfortable with.

PrActice FirSt This reduces wounding loss and builds confidence in the beginning hunter.

uSe good judgMent If the youth is not ready for hunting, having the youth observe a hunt is a great option.

hAve FunBe positive. Success is the hunt, not the kill. Involve youth in nature-oriented activities, obtaining land-owner permission, studying wildlife behavior within their habitat and other important matters that com-prise a good experience.

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For some South Dakota hunters, the sport is a not just about trophies or a good time. Many families depend on the meat harvested from the kill to feed their families.According to the state Department of Game, Fish and Parks an estimated 74,000 white-tailed deer and 18,000 mule deer were shot in South Dakota during the 2008-2009 hunting season.That’s a lot of meat.And although many people eat the wild meat, some might not like it as the meat has a peculiar flavor hunters and non-hunters alike refer to as “gamey.”There are ways around the flavor, said nationally-known wild game cookbook author Eileen Clarke.“There are great ways to make game taste good — very easy ways,” she said. Clarke has eight cookbooks in print with recipes for venison, fish and game bird cooking. For more information on Clarke or her cookbooks, go to www.riflesandrecipes.com.According to Internet experts, venison is a healthy choice and

an alternative for other red meats. It has a finer texture and higher water content than beef. It is a low fat, low cholesterol, low calorie and a high protein meat as well as a rich source of iron. A 3-ounce serving of venison loin contains 139 calories, 62 grams of cholesterol and 5 grams of fat. A comparable cut of beef has 223 calories, 77 grams of cholesterol and 13 grams of fat.But be careful, said Clarke, because of the low-fat content of the meat, it is easy to overcook. “It is true whether you are talking about upland moose, which has less than 1 percent fat or venison that has certain parts — like a loin roast — with as little fat as the skin on a chicken,” said Clarke.

cooKing MethodSCooking methods vary from person to person but some general cooking tips might surprise even the experts: There are generally two methods used to cook venison. Dry heat, which is grilling, roasting, broiling and pan-frying; and

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moist heat, which is braising and stewing. A general rule of thumb is to cook either hot-n-fast or low-n-slow, depending on the cut. The same general cooking rules apply to most kinds of big game animals. Game meat is generally cooked the same way as a similar cut of lean beef.

broilingThis can be done with loins, steaks or chops. Preheat the broiler, trim any natural fat from the steaks or chops, rub the meat with bacon fat, beef suet or salt pork, and season it. Place the steaks or chops on the broiler rack with the top surface 3- to 5-inches below the heat source, depending on the thickness of the cut. Leave the broiler or oven door open a few inches unless range directions advise otherwise. If meat smokes or spatters, the flame or heat is too high or the meat is too close. Brown meat on each side but avoid charring.

brAiSing This method can be used for less-tender cuts of meat like a chuck, round or shoulder roast. Season the meat with salt, pepper and herbs, rub with flour or cornstarch and brown all sides in moderately-hot fat or lard. Add a small amount of water — about 2/3 cup and cover tightly. Cook the meat very slowly until tender, about two to three hours. Turn the meat occasion-

ally adding water, if necessary. The remaining drippings can be used to make gravy.

grillingAccording to www.pabucks.com, the cuts best suited to grilling are loin and rump cuts. When barbecuing or grilling, brush the venison on each side with a light cooking oil or spray. Apply desired spices prior to adding the meat to the grill. Since there are little fat and limited juices, it’s best to grill to medium rare to medium.

roAStingThis is usually done with a loin or rib roast. Trim off any game fat and rub with bacon drippings or similar fat. Season with salt, pepper and herbs. Place on roasting rack in uncovered pan, bone down. For added flavor, place bacon strips on top of roast. Baste with additional fat as needed, but do not add water. Roast uncovered at 300 degrees. Allow 20 to 25 minutes per pound. Since lean game meat usually cooks faster than beef, use a meat thermom-eter, if possible.

PAn FryingThis can also be done with loins, steaks or chops. Partially heat a heavy frying pan and rub the medium-hot pan with bacon


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fat or lard. Season as desired. The meat can be rolled in flour or cornstarch at this point. Cook meat quickly over high heat. Cooking time varies with thickness

SteWingAgain, this method would be for less tender cuts like the shank or neck meat. Cut the meat into 1-inch cubes, sprinkle with flour and season. Brown on all sides in medium-hot fat or lard. Cover meat with boiling water and cover the kettle tightly. Simmer until tender — about 2 to 3 hours. Do not boil. Add vegetables just long enough before serving time so they will be tender.

Alfredo Pot roAstServes 6-8Ingredients:• 2-4 pound roast• 1 teaspoon salt• 1 teaspoon pepper• 2 tablespoons oil• 15 ounce bottle Bertolli’s Alfredo sauce• 1 cup beef bouillonCooking:1. Dry, then salt and pepper the roast, and brown on all sides

in the oil over medium-high. Meanwhile, add the Alfredo sauce and beef bouillon to the slow-cooker. Turn the slow-cooker to high heat and cover. (The liquids should cover at least 3/4 of the roast. If not, cut the roast to fit, or add more sauce/bouillon mixture.)2. Transfer the meat to the slow-cooker; cook on high for one hour. Reduce the heat to low; cook another 6-7 hours, turning the roast 2 or 3 times during cooking. Add quartered potatoes and carrots in the last hour for a one-dish meal, or just serve over mashed potatoes. There will be lots of gravy. — Recipe courtesy of Eileen Clarke

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