# Event Details - **Event Name**: Learn to Hunt: Upland Bird Hunting - Augusta - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for an exciting hand-on program, "Learn to Hunt: Upland Bird Hunting," where you'll discover the art of upland bird hunting.About this EventLearn to Hunt: Upland Bird HuntingJoin us for an exciting day of learning and adventure at our Learn to Hunt: Upland Bird Hunting workshop. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this is the perfect opportunity to enhance your hunting skills and connect with other hunters.Led by MDIFW instructors and seasoned hunters who will share their knowledge and expertise. They will guide you through the essentials of upland bird hunting, including identifying various bird species, understanding habitat, hunting techniques, safety measures, and proper equipment handling.Whether you're new to hunting or looking to experience something new afield, this workshop is designed to cater to all skill levels. You'll have the opportunity to practice your shotgun shooting skills in the second portion, and all equipment is provided.Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn, connect, and have a great time with fellow hunting enthusiasts.Learn to Hunt: “Upland Bird Hunting:Part 1 (9am-12pm)– Introduction to Upland Bird Hunting”Upland bird hunting is an excellent way to spend time outdoors, enjoy Maine’s fall foliage and take part in Maine’s world-renowned grouse and woodcock hunting opportunities. Upland bird hunting is an interactive and engaging activity with entry level opportunities for new hunters to walk-up hunt, or even road hunt, and for those with a trained dog to spend quality time in the wilderness hunting over their four-legged friends.In this workshop you will learn:• Maine upland bird hunting laws and regulations: Equipment, permission, bag limits, tagging, etc.• Grouse and woodcock habits and habitats: Vegetation, food sources, migratory patterns, etc.• Hunting equipment options: Shotgun, chokes, shot, range• Hunting methods: Walk-up over dogs, Walk-up without dogs, Road hunting• Reading the cover: Identifying good habitat• Shooting: Ready position, moving your feet, lead, follow through, shooting at proper distance and through thick cover• Safety: Hunting in groups, over dogs and in walk-up scenarios• Retrieval: Retrieving your harvest with and without a dogThis workshop will be a blend of hands-on demonstration and hands on practice, and led by professional staff, Registered Maine Guides and experienced hunters.Program ObjectivesParticipants will learn:• about this valuable resource• about the various gauges of shotguns and loads used for upland bird hunting• how to identify quality habitat for grouse and woodcock• how to accurately identify grouse and woodcock from other birds, including spruce grouse• keys to hunting safely for each of the three predominant hunting methods.• basic shooting strategies, butt-body-beak, both eyes open, dominant eye, etc.• how to mark and retrieve your bird• how to find a location to hunt (using state website, OnX, GPS, maps)• how to hunt safely: you, your hunting party, and general public safety• other tips, tricks and avoiding pitfalls.• resources for cleaning, preparing, and cooking your upland bird harvest.In the Range portion:Part 2 (1pm-4pm) – Shotguns for Upland Bird Hunting”Have you recently completed your hunter education and need more information about shotguns for upland bird hunting? Are you an experienced big game hunter looking to expand your hunting adventures to include upland birds? Upland bird hunting is an excellent way to spend time outdoors, enjoy Maine’s fall foliage and take part in Maine’s world-renowned grouse and woodcock hunting opportunities.In this workshop you will learn:• Safe handling of shotguns• Shotgun action types and typical uses• Shotshell construction, types of shotshells and uses• How to determine the correct shotshell for your shotgun• Selecting the correct shot size/projectile for upland bird hunting• Explanation of choke and how chokes function and selection of choke for upland birds• Patterning your shotgun/shotshell combination and the importance of patterning• Judging/measuring distance and typical maximum shooting range for a given species• How to carry your firearm safely afield and around obstacles• Eye dominance• Proper stance and mounting of the shotgun, high and low ready positions• Live fire at clay targets simulating wing shooting• Basic requirements for cleaning and maintaining your firearm• How to store and secure your firearmsThis workshop will be a blend of hands-on demonstration, practice and live fire exercises led by professional staff and trained range safety officers.Program ObjectivesParticipants will learn:• How to handle, pass, and secure firearms in various situations• Several ways to carry firearms while hunting• Parts of a shotgun• Parts of a shotshell• How to determine eye dominance and what that means for you as a hunter• How to shoot safely (live fire at range)• How to pick up your target, track and overtake your target, pull trigger, and follow through• Each participant will handle common shotguns and shotshells.• Each participant will have the opportunity to shoot a shotgun at clay targets. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/augusta/learn-to-hunt-upland-bird-hunting-augusta/100002000280266122 - **Event Categories**: sports, workshops, dog, trips-adventures, parties, art, entertainment - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 7 hours - Location: Sportsman's Alliance of Maine Outdoor Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Augusta - **state**: ME - **country**: United States - **location**: Sportsman's Alliance of Maine Outdoor Center - **lat**: 44.3312071 - **long**: -69.7383753 - **full address**: Sportsman's Alliance of Maine Outdoor Center, 2273 North Belfast Ave, Augusta, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Learn to Hunt: Upland Bird Hunting - Augusta - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/32d5c8ebf58352f282b9100cc80c91935b70099096d766b3e4493b875c9253f0-rimg-w1200-h872-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1788999369 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Learn to Hunt: Upland Bird Hunting - Augusta being held? - **A:** Learn to Hunt: Upland Bird Hunting - Augusta takes place on Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Sportsman's Alliance of Maine Outdoor Center, 2273 North Belfast Ave, Augusta, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Learn to Hunt: Upland Bird Hunting - Augusta? - **A:** Learn to Hunt: Upland Bird Hunting - Augusta is organized by Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Learn to Hunt: Upland Bird Hunting - Augusta is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Augusta, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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We believe a healthy ecosystem makes life better for all the fish, wildlife, and people who call Maine home, as well as for the visitors who call it Vacationland.While MDIFW is a state agency, our work is funded by sportsmen and outdoorspeople. Our revenue comes through the sale of hunting and fishing licenses/permits, boat, snowmobile, and ATV registrations, as well as taxes on hunting and fishing gear. The more people who actively enjoy Maine's natural resources, the more ability we have to enhance, preserve, and protect them for the future.Basically, we're all in this together. Biologists. Game wardens. Educators. And you – the hunters, fishermen, and everyday adventurers who support our work.For recreation, for hunting, for fishing, for science, or just for fun: we're all in for the Maine outdoors." } ] } ] ```