The 2025 Jr Pheasant Hunt is almost here. Hunt's will be held Saturday November 15th and Sunday November 16th. Over 100 junior hunters will be able to participate in this one of a kind hunting experience. 400 pheasants will be released over the weekend, each hunter will have the chance to harvest 3 birds.
This is not a guided pheasant hunt, once you are released to hunt, each hunter is free to hunt the wildlife area at their own discretion. Some areas are off limits and we will go over this before each hunt.
Transportation will be available to transport hunting groups to different parts of the wildlife area. You are free to catch a ride if you choose to.
Please make sure you double-check your hunt day and time, each hunt is limited in the number of Jr Hunters.
As a reminder, here are some of the Junior Hunt Rules:
A non-refundable $20 sign up fee per child is required and payment can be made through the link at the top of this page. Also, every participant has to fill out a registration form, also linked above.
What to bring?
Hunt Location?
The Pheasant Hunt will take place at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wildlife Area at Lake Success. Directions are below:
Lake Success Wildlife Area
28890 Ave 176
Strathmore, CA 93267
Coming from the North, take Hwy 65 towards Porterville, turn left on Ave 196, towards Starthmore, and stay on the road until you reach the wildlife area. Turn right into the Wildlife Area and travel on the dirt road to the middle of the Wildlife Area.
Coming from the South, take Hwy 65 towards Porterville. Then take Hwy 190 towards Springville. Travel past Lake Success and then turn left on Ave 176. Stay on the road until you reach the Wildlife Area. Turn left into the Wildlife Area and travel on the dirt road to the middle of the Wildlife Area.
The Southern Tulare County Sportsmen’s Association (STCSA) Junior Pheasant Hunt is a special event designed for young hunters to experience the excitement of hunting while learning essential skills and values. This event emphasizes hunter education, safety, and the importance of camaraderie among participants.
During the Junior Pheasant Hunt, experienced instructors teach youth the fundamentals of hunter education, including firearm safety, proper handling techniques, and ethical hunting practices. The focus is on instilling a deep respect for wildlife and its habitats, ensuring that young hunters understand the significance of conservation and responsible stewardship of natural resources.
Participants are guided through a hands-on hunting experience where they can apply their new skills in a real-world setting. The event fosters a love for the outdoors, encouraging youth to appreciate the beauty and diversity of nature. Through teamwork and shared experiences, young hunters build lasting friendships and learn the value of working together.
Overall, the Junior Pheasant Hunt is more than just a hunting event; it’s an opportunity to cultivate a lifelong passion for the outdoors, promote wildlife conservation, and develop a sense of responsibility and respect for the natural world.
Click on the link below to read a story about our Junior Pheasant hunt published by the Friends of the NRA.
28890 Avenue 176, Porterville, California 93265, United States
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