In Episode 8 of District of Conservation, I spoke with Erin Crooks – founder of the Virginia Beach, VA nonprofit Raise ‘Em Outdoors – about getting kids involved fishing, hunting, and shooting sports.
Below is EP 8:
Here’s the gist:
- Erin discussed being a Virginia transplant and the challenges that arise with finding sporting opportunities
- Erin discussed the rapid growth of Raise ‘Em Outdoors and previewed what’s to come in 2019
- Erin discussed the importance of getting more kids, especially newbies, fishing, hunting, archery, crafts, and more
- Erin told the tale of her son being ostracized by his kindergarten teacher for liking hunting and the conservation that’ll likely come out of that
- Erin and I discussed social media influencing the outdoor industry and why we love apps like GoWild
- Erin discussed some upcoming hunting opportunities coming up
Learn more at www.RaiseEmOutdoors.com
Donate gear/tackle/apparel to REO here: www.raiseemoutdoors.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=58c1ba2c20099ecd41e1175f
Follow Erin on Instagram: www.instagram.com/erin_crooks_/
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/raiseemoutdoors/
Twitter: twitter.com/RaiseEmOutdoors
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