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The purposes for which the Association is organized are to form an association of
persons interested in promoting Hunter Education by providing a medium for the exchange
of views and experiences; to foster cooperation between the Virginia Department of
Game and Inland Fisheries, Hunter Education Instructors, and the Hunter Education
Association; to constantly strive to enhance Hunter Education Programs and instructors;
to cultivate the characteristics of honesty, self-
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These two officers are both Regional Coordinators of the Hunter Education Program. Since becoming Regional Coordinators they have earned the respect of the Hunter Education Instructors because of their unwavering support of their instructors and the program.
Vernie Kennedy, President of the Hunter Education Association stated they have always been available and willing to help with any project the Association is conducting. They have spent weekends away from their families and personal lives to help the Association. DGIF, Hunter Education, The Hunter Education Association, and the people of this state are very fortunate to have these two dedicated people in the hunter education program.
NORVA members provided food and quarters for the hunt, with home-
The VAHEA provided some hunting equipment, a license, transportation and arranged the opportunity for the veterans to participate. On Friday the VAHEA members held a safety and crossbow orientation, a sight-
Parker Bows of Mint Spring, Virginia provided the crossbows and arrows for the hunt.
Harold Winters harvested a small buck and several other deer were sighted with no shot opportunity presented. Crossbow Raffle winner was Anthony (Tony) Carambia
Virginia Volunteer Hunter Education Instructor
On Saturday, July 23rd, 2011 Mr. Milan Aschbrenner, accompanied by his wife, fellow Hunter Education Volunteers and DGIF personnel, became the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award for Hunter Education.
Mr. Aschbrenner has served the citizens in Bedford County with his
dedication, knowledge and love of the sport of hunting for 23 years. He was instrumental in developing the Hunters Trail that is still used today in Hunter Education classes. Milan is described by fellow Volunteer Instructors as a quiet gentleman with a smile on his face and always willing to help. He is a dedicated Instructor, father figure & friend to many and is very deserving of this award.
Region 3 coordinator and Morgan Family
