Instructors certified by the Department of Environmental Conservation will conduct a Hunter Safety Program April 17, 19 and 21, at Northstar Sportsman's Club. Those interested in attending may register in person at the Clerk's Office, Town of Parma, located at 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road during office hours.

The free course is required for first-time hunters who wish to obtain a hunting license. Safe firearms handling combined with safe, responsible, ethical hunter conduct and skills will be covered. Pre-course work is required and space is limited, therefore, it is recommended to register early.

Students must be a resident of NYS and be 12 or older as of April 17, 2001. A parent or legal guardian must accompany and register students 16 years of age and younger. Registration is handled on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information on this course contact the Town of Parma at 392-9461. For information on other courses, call the Department of Environmental Conservation, Region 8 headquarters at 226-2466.