Discussion Topic: The Age of Reason
The Heroes of Conservation program hinges on preserving natural resources for hunting and fishing, and while we focus on habitat programs, we always have a soft spot for getting kids involved in the outdoors and in projects.
The minimum hunting age is always a debate among hunters, and New York state has been the anti-Texas. Kids in New York cannot start hunting until they are 16, but hopefully that will change.
Both the New York State Assembly and Senate have passed legislation that would lower the hunting age across the state from 16 to 14 years old. Pending the governor’s approval, the legislation passed would also allow 12- and 13-year-olds to hunt small game.
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I have a feeling most of you still think New York is on the older side, but it's a step in the right direction.
The minimum hunting age is always a debate among hunters, and New York state has been the anti-Texas. Kids in New York cannot start hunting until they are 16, but hopefully that will change.
Both the New York State Assembly and Senate have passed legislation that would lower the hunting age across the state from 16 to 14 years old. Pending the governor’s approval, the legislation passed would also allow 12- and 13-year-olds to hunt small game.
Click here for the whole story
I have a feeling most of you still think New York is on the older side, but it's a step in the right direction.
