Published: October 31, 2009 11:50 pm         

Free trapper education at Raccoon State Recreation Area

Rockville — A trapper education course will be offered at Raccoon State Recreation Area from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday in the park’s property office.

Indiana Trapper Education and Safety courses help prepare trappers for safe and successful trapping experiences on land and in water. Each class provides information about the art of trapping furbearer animals; trap selection, preparation and maintenance; furbearer biology; scouting for furbearer signs; and fur handling.

Rules and regulations, safety, sportsmanship and ethics will be emphasized. Demonstrations and hands-on experiences enhance this learning experience.

The course is free, but registration is required. Register by contacting Stu Grell at (765) 572-2207 or sgrell@wptc.us.