Wild NH Day 2017: Discover Wild NH Day set for April 29 by NH Fish & Game

Wild NH Day 2017: Discover Wild NH Day set for April 29 by NH Fish & Game.

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NH Recreation: Discover Wild NH Day 2017.

Discover Wild NH Day 2017
Discover Wild NH Day set for April 29 by NH Fish & Game.

CONCORD, N.H. -- Bring the family to Discover WILD New Hampshire Day, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's biggest community event of the year! The event is set for Saturday,

April 29, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the Fish and Game Department at 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H. Admission is free.

Discover WILD New Hampshire Day is a fun way for the whole family to explore New Hampshire's wildlife resources and outdoor traditions. See live animals, big fish, trained falcons and retriever dogs in action. More than 60 outdoor and conservation organizations from around the state will be on hand with exhibits and demonstrations. Check out the latest hunting and fishing gear in the Expo tent. Tons of crafts and hands-on activities for the kids, including archery, casting, fly-tying and air rifle.

This event is your chance to explore new ways to get outdoors and be active. Tie a fly with members of Trout Unlimited. Explore new trends in recycling and environmental protection with N.H. Department of Environmental Services. Enjoy live animal presentations throughout the day. Test your casting skills at the Bass Pro Shops boat. Admire the big trout in the Fish and Game stocking truck, and see how many warmwater fish you can identify in the demo tank.

Don't miss the giant raffle of outdoor gear and other great prizes, plus a sale of used hunting and fishing gear, at the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire tent; all proceeds benefit the Foundation, which is NH Fish and Game's nonprofit partner.

Discover WILD New Hampshire Day is held rain or shine. There will be limited sales of fishing and hunting licenses. Food concessions will be available all day.

Dog owners -- Please note that no dogs, except service and working animals, will be permitted at the event. This rule will be strictly enforced. Please leave your pets at home.

Discover WILD New Hampshire Day began in New Hampshire in 1989 as an observance of Earth Day and a celebration of the state's wealth of natural resources and outdoor recreational opportunities. The event is hosted by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department ( http://www.wildnh.com ) and sponsored by the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire ( nhwildlifeheritage.org ).

All Images Courtesy of NH Fish and Game