# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Mentored Archery Deer Hunt - Entire Refuge Closed
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 08 Jan, 2026 at 05:00 am – Thu, 08 Jan, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: The entire refuge will be closed for the Mentored Archery Deer Hunt on:

September 25 - 27, 2025
October 9 - 11, 2025
November 21 - 23, 2025
January 8 - 10, 2026




John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge is open for a limited public recreational archery hunting program held within the existing Pennsylvania archery deer season. Managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Refuge strives to provide quality educational and outdoor recreation programs including hunting experiences for youth and adults who may not have the opportunity to hunt elsewhere. 

Antlerless deer permits will be made available via a lottery to the following Pennsylvania Game Commission-defined licensed groups: Mentored Youth (Ages 12 -16 with little or no Hunting Experience); Mentored Adult (Ages 17 years and older with little or no Hunting Experience); Junior Hunter (Age 12-16 year old Junior License Holders); Active Duty Military; Veterans; and People with Disabilities. All participants must possess a valid refuge hunting special use permit and comply with all terms and conditions.

The mentored archery deer hunt provides individuals age 12 and over with little to no hunting experience an opportunity to participate in a managed deer hunt under the guidance of trained mentors on the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge. Along with our partners, the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) and National Deer Association (NDA), we will teach participants about the conservation history of hunting, deer biology and habitat, crossbow instruction, hunting safety and ethics, as well as, field game care and meat processing. Crossbows and ground blinds will be provided. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

Please email ian_johnson@fws.gov for more information and if you would like to be considered to participate as a mentor.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sharon-hill/mentored-archery-deer-hunt-entire-refuge-closed/200029425203526
- **Event Categories**: sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 5

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Sharon Hill
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 19153
- **lat**: 39.8949
- **long**: -75.255
- **full address**: 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 19153, 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19153-2501, United States, Sharon Hill

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Mentored Archery Deer Hunt - Entire Refuge Closed being held?
  - **A:** Mentored Archery Deer Hunt - Entire Refuge Closed takes place on Thu, 08 Jan, 2026 at 05:00 am to Thu, 08 Jan, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 19153, 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19153-2501, United States, Sharon Hill.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Mentored Archery Deer Hunt - Entire Refuge Closed?
  - **A:** Mentored Archery Deer Hunt - Entire Refuge Closed is organized by John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Mentored Archery Deer Hunt - Entire Refuge Closed is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sharon Hill, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Mentored Archery Deer Hunt - Entire Refuge Closed sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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