Pheasant hunts on the agenda

MONGO, IN (NWPR) – Especially for the Ladies on Saturday, December 5, 2026 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, at Pigeon River Fish & Wildlife Area, this DNR and the National Wild Turkey Federation event is intended for women age 16 and older, who are new to hunting. Then on Sunday, December 6, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, this event is intended for adult hunters age 18 and older, who are also new to hunting.
The event will first cover pheasant biology, identification, upland hunting laws, and safety. There will then be sporting clays practice and a mentored pheasant hunt with trained mentors.  There will also be a demonstration and hands-on practice of how to clean your harvested birds.
There is a limit of 10 hunters and can bring their own firearms, but firearms and ammunition will be available for use. Registration and payment of a $20 fee are required to attend. A pre-event email with additional information about payment, clothing requirements, and other details will be sent to all registrants.
     Contact Branndon Castellano at: 317-519-0728 or bcastellano@dnr.in.gov