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Kamsack represented at SWF annual convention in Regina

At least four representatives of the Kamsack branch of the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation were expected to attend the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation’s 88 th Annual Convention last week.

            At least four representatives of the Kamsack branch of the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation were expected to attend the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation’s 88th Annual Convention last week.

            The convention, which was held February 16, 17 and 18 in Regina, was to have been attended by Clint Chernoff, Ed Bryksa, Walter Lesiuk and Sean Hootz, said Riley Barrowman, president of the Kamsack branch.

            Hunters, anglers, and other conservationists from across the province gathered to discuss issues, participate in workshops, debate resolutions, develop policy, review SWF program updates, and attend presentations on wildlife, fisheries and enforcement, said a release from SWF. The SWF was to conduct a fundraising event and hold two awards banquets recognizing member and branch achievements and milestones over the three evenings.

            “Our Convention is the annual premier opportunity for our members to discuss the many issues facing Saskatchewan’s wildlife and fisheries resources and the outdoor activities that are enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of Saskatchewan residents every year,” said Heath Dreger, SWF president.

            This year’s theme is ‘Our Province, Our Role, Our Future,’ the release said. “We will focus on identifying and developing partnerships for sustainable wildlife populations into the future.”

            “We’re thrilled to have had Dr. Alistair Bath provide our keynote address this year,” it said. Dr. Bath is an associate professor at Memorial University in Newfoundland, and has more than 25 years of experience in human-wildlife conflicts and in human dimension issues in natural resource management.”

            Also scheduled to participate was Scott Moe, Minster of Environment, who was to be the guest speaker Thursday night.

            Persons wishing additional information on the SWF convention may check out the SWF Internet website.

            Established in 1929, the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation is a non-profit, non-government, charitable organization of over 33,000 members in 121 branches across Saskatchewan representing every walk of life. Per capita, it’s the largest wildlife conservation organization of its kind in the world.