Seneca Conservation District again hosted the Brian Wilkerson Memorial rabbit hunt at Proving Ground Farm. Each year, the Wilkerson family of Clyde holds a youth rabbit hunt at Proving Ground Farm in honor of their son, Brian, whose life was tragically cut short in an automobile accident in 2019. Brian was a lover of the outdoors and the family felt that this annual event is a testament to one of Brian’s biggest passions. The family partners with the Seneca County Chapter of Pheasants Forever to provide an opportunity to area youth hunters to hunt rabbits with beagle hounds.

This year’s hunt took place on Dec. 14. Three kids took part in the hunt, with two hunters each harvesting a rabbit.

The several volunteers who assist in the hunt provide the beagles, lunch, and logistical support. Each hunter must be accompanied by an adult mentor to assist the hunters in gun safety, hunting guidance, and ethics.

Additional hunting opportunities at PGF include the Impaired Mobility Deer Hunt, Deer Muzzleloader Hunt and the Youth Turkey Hunt. PGF is closed to daily users at PGF when the hunts occur.