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Choosing Non-Lead Ammo to Protect Wildlife Webinar

Zoom

October 29, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

$Free

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Join the National Deer Association (NDA) and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYDEC) on Tuesday, October 29th for  “Choosing Non-Lead Ammo to Protect Wildlife,” an online webinar that explores the benefits of non-lead ammunition on New York’s wildlife populations as well as a new NYDEC financial incentive program for New York deer hunters willing to give it a try.

There has been a lot of discussion on the issue of lead in hunting ammunition over the past few years. What is the truth when it comes to non-lead? Is copper a realistic alternative? Learn more about non-lead ammunition and its impact on wildlife, ask questions, and learn more about what’s happening in New York State.

Tuesday, October 29th
6:00 pm – 7:30pm

Webinar speakers:

  • Jeremy Hurst – NYSDEC Game Management Section Head
  • Matt Palumbo – NYDEC Avian Diversity Biologist
  • Megan Postol – NDA Northeast Regional Director
  • Matt Ross – NDA Senior Director of Conservation

The presentation will cover:

  • Interagency assessment of lead ammunition risks to non-target wildlife
  • Recommendations and actions to reduce lead ammunition risks to wildlife
  • Ongoing research
  • Non-lead ammunition rebate program
  • How hunters can be involved

This webinar is hosted through Zoom. Registration in advance is required. Please Register below:

                                                                                                                   

Organizer:

Matt Ross
Email: matt@deerassociation.com

Venue:

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