[Muleskinner]

Today, we went to the "Outdoorama at the Rez" which was held at the Turcotte Lab facility off Hwy.43 at the reservior. This was the first time for my family to attend and I have to say that a great time was had by all. The only complaint I have was that it just didn't last long enough. I was very impressed by the professionalism and courtesy that every event worker, exhibitor and wildlife officer extended to us while we were there. Several events were offered including fishing, canoeing, archery, skeet shooting, how to reload shotgun shells, just to name a few. They also had live exhibits that included turtles, alligators, snakes and live (rescued) birds of prey that are native to Mississippi. Children of every age were encouraged to participate in every event. Supervision and safety was first rate! A Wildlife officer at the skeet range even gave my 10 year old niece a "shootin' lesson" when she told him she had never shot a gun before. They made her feel comfortable enough about it that she was able to shoot skeet with a 20 guage! I would encourage anyone with children to attend this event next year with them. Here is a link to the events webpage.

http://www.mswildlife.org/events/outdoorama.php

 

[SubGunFan]

WOW.... Sounds like a GREAT event. Never heard of it........ I guess they advertised (or lack of) in places I don't see..............................



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[Muleskinner]

Actually, I had not heard it advertised either. My brothers sister-in-law found out somehow and told them. He called me since I live fairly close to Turcotte. I called the Range Master there and he refered me to the web site for the MS. Wildlife Federation at www.mswildlife.org. I agree that they need to advertise this better. Guess the state has cut back on the advertising budget. I also checked the calender for the range at Turcotte and it is not listed on todays date.

 

[captain-03]

Count me in as ignorant!! I would have loved to have taken the grandson IF I had known anything about it!! Think I will contact them and ask them to let use know next time .... Sounds like a good day for all!!