We all have fond memories of an early fall morning following behind grandpa through a cut corn field to the sound of dog’s collar bell. At some point in our lives we were smitten with the outdoors. Many area rod and clubs here in the northeast offer youth hunts, which are great ways to introduce the next generation as well as pass along your hunting knowledge and woods lore. Many clubs and friends and acquaintances that have passed along events happening at their clubs and I have been remiss in getting the word out. These events not only include youth specific activities, but include field trials and shoots. There is still time to get involved before the year closes. The Pomfret Rod and Gun Club in Pomfret, CT, regularly holds fun trials. For a fee you get breakfast and a bird plus the opportunity to see dogs and their owners in action. The Concord Rod & Gun Club and the Harvard Sportsmen's Club, both of which are in MA held junior pheasant hunts this year, some in conjunction with state wildlife agencies. I heard a German Shorthair Pointer by the name of Dakota put on quite a show at the clubs. The Fin Fur and Feather Club in Chaplin, CT, also holds youth events. Boys, girls, dogs and pheasants—what a great combination. These are just a few of the many events that friends emailed me with, let us know what activities are happening at your club and we’ll make sure the word gets out. Get ‘em involved and get ‘em excited. And if you are in Saint Paul, MN, this January 18 through 20, check out the National Pheasant Fest. This is PF’s big event early next year with activities especially for kids.