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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Success StoryWildlife Education



Wildlife Education

Author: Matthew Futrell

Planning Unit: Christian County CES

Major Program: Wildlife Habitat and Damage Management Education

Plan of Work: Endorsing Environmental Stewardship and Promoting Green Living

Outcome: Intermediate Outcome

Hunting has been a time honored tradition since man first walked the earth.   As of 2021, 15.2 Million Americans hold hunting license allowing them to follow this tradition.  Even as more hunters are taking to the woods recreationally we have been seeing a decline in hunting related accidents.  According to the International Hunter education Association, “Educational programs on firearm safety have had a significant role in bringing accidental fatalities down by 42% over the last 20 years.”   The IHEA reports that fewer than 100 hunters die yearly from firearm accidents.    

 

 

  

 

The Christian County Cooperative Extension Service has worked hard to bring Hunter Education to the community in 2025.  With multiple educational opportunities provided at 4H camp and local extension offices, over 100 people have been educated and certified in hunter’s safety.  Hunter’s Education program is a partnership between Kentucky Fish and Wildlife and volunteers that partner together to bring safe practices to those eager to begin a hunting hobby.  Hunters Ed. not only stresses the importance of firearm safety, but general first aide, tree stand safety, and how to be a responsible sportsman in the outdoors.   The goal of Hunter’s Education is to teach sportsmen god habits and best practices that will allow them to return to the woods year after year. 






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