Oneida & Madison County Sportsmen’s Mentor Program is holding their 16th Annual Youth Goose Hunt
The Oneida County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs, Affiliated Conservation Clubs of Madison County, New York Conservation Officers Association (NYCOA), Oneida & Madison County NWTF are teaming up to offer a special goose hunt again this year. Following the successful youth in April 2026, the Oneida and Madison County Sportsmen and NWTF are following a similar plan to introduce youngsters who may not otherwise have the opportunity to goose hunt.
The dates are September 19th and 20th 2026. Saturday, September 19th will be the meeting with parents, NYCOA members and Hunter Mentors, target practice and other preparation for the next day hunt. This day starts at 9 AM until done. The actual hunt will take place on Sunday, September 20th. Youngsters will have the opportunity to learn the skills necessary for goose hunting and then actually experience it with the guidance of an NYCOA or Hunter Mentor in the field.
The program is open to youth ages 12 to 18. A small game license and a HIP number is necessary for youngster’s age 12 to 15. They do not need to purchase a federal migratory bird hunting stamp for this hunt. Youth ages 16 and up will need a small game license a HIP number along with a federal migratory bird hunting stamp to hunt. The HIP number will be verified or obtained for all youth on Safety Day.
Also check out our web site www.cnymyhunts.org. You can also use the website to sign up for the goose hunt as well.
Interested participants should contact Scott Faulkner 315-225-0192, sf57cf59@gmail.com , NYCOA Member Steve Lakeman 315-734-0648 or NYCOA Member Ric Grisolini 607-316- 2574 for an application for this program. Also if you have any questions on the program. Space in the program is limited so be sure to register early.