Northwest Hunt Fest coming to Coeur d’Alene
Northwest Hunt Fest is coming to Coeur d'Alene in May, with a goal of education, conservation, and ethical hunting.
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COEUR d'ALENE — Northwest Hunt Fest, a nonprofit pioneering event in hunting education will make its grand debut at the North Idaho Fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday, May 10-11
Organizers of this family-friendly event say they want to unite hunters across all levels of expertise, as well as offer unique opportunities for learning, competition and camaraderie.
“We are thrilled to launch the first-ever Northwest Hunt Fest in the beautiful city of Coeur d'Alene,” said Penny Burciaga, organizer. “Our goal is to celebrate the hunting tradition, provide top-notch hunter education and bring together the hunting community in an event that is specifically designed for the needs of hunters.”
With a mission to foster education, conservation and ethical hunting, Northwest Hunt Fest is an event for aspiring, new or seasoned hunters to participate in comprehensive seminars, friendly competitions and learn about the latest in hunting equipment.
The hunt fest is committed to the future of hunting, placing special emphasis on youth archery and young hunter programs.
Event highlights include:
Expert-led Seminars: Covering vital topics such as e-scouting for elk, advanced hunting tactics for big game, whitetail and turkey hunting 101, backcountry medical training for hunters, mentoring kids in outdoor activities, wild-game cooking and more.
Hunting product demonstrations: Learn about the latest in hunting equipment and see a butchering/field dressing demonstration.
Friendly Competitions: A mobile laser hunting simulator will be available and the hunt fest will also feature a 3D archery shoot for kids by our partner, Idaho Fish and Game and a hunter archery shoot for ages 17 and above organized by North Idaho Archery. Additional contests include elk and duck calling contests.
Family Entertainment: Including an assortment of food trucks and live music by Just Plain Darin.
Marcus Anderson Family Foundation is the top sponsor. The event is also in partnership with Idaho Department of Fish and Game, North Idaho Archery and Slayer Calls.
In addition to the activities planned, organizers welcome applications from potential sponsors and hunting-related vendors who wish to be a part of this inaugural event, which is expected to reach thousands of hunting enthusiasts across the Northwest.
Earlybird tickets are $20, which includes admission for both days. Ticket prices increase April 2. Children under 17 get in free.
Info: northwesthuntfest.com