Presented by the Onondaga County Federation of Sportsmen
The Onondaga County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs will be holding the 2022 Sportsmen’s Days at Carpenter’s Brook Fish Hatchery, this weekend, Saturday & Sunday, September 24 & 25 from 11am-5pm.
The Onondaga County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs annually holds this event in celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Day. National Hunting and Fishing Day focuses on raising public awareness about the importance of the wise use of natural resources, promoting wildlife conservation and outdoor sports. Sponsors of Sportsmen’s Days include, Onondaga County, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Bass Pro Shops, Wegmans and the NRA Foundation.
Visitors will see a variety of demonstrations throughout both days including fishing, trapping, hunting, cooking, orienteering, birds of prey, fly tying, game calling, taxidermy, and more.
Participants will be able to experience many hands-on activities including fly tying, fishing, canoeing, orienteering, trap shooting, muzzleloader shooting, archery, including crossbows, air rifles, axe throwing and more.
Several member clubs will provide information about their organizations and their will be vendors offering their wares and sharing their knowledge. Event goers can meet local wildlife artist,Tom Lenweaver and representatives from New York State DEC, New York Sturgeon for Tomorrow, US Coast Guard Auxiliary, and more. Vendors include Iron Skillet Seasonings, Runnings, Gooseman Calls, Marsh Mills Ranch and more.
Admission to the event, which includes all activities, is $5 per vehicle. Veterans, Active Military and their families will be admitted free. Carpenter’s Brook Fish Hatchery is located at 1672 Route 321 in Elbridge.
For more information, visit www.OnondagaCountyParks.com or call (315) 689-9367
