National Hunting Trapping and Fishing Heritage Day
recognition of the important contributions of hunting, trapping and angling
Respect and recognize hunting, trapping & fishing as part of Canada’s national heritage.
National Hunting Trapping and Fishing Heritage Day is an official day, set in law, taking place on the third Saturday of every year. The day is for all Canadians, particularly hunters, trappers, anglers and supporter to respect and recognize hunting, trapping and fishing as part of Canada’s national heritage.
This year’s National Hunting Trapping and Fishing Heritage Day is Saturday September 20th.
Where does it occur?
Across Canada — individuals participate by engaging in their own outdoor activities on this day and sharing their experiences. Share your stories and photos on social media. Tag us in your National Hunting Trapping and Fishing Heritage Day activities on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram using #heritageday and #camoday
How is it being promoted?
The Friday before National Hunting, Trapping and Fishing Heritage day is Camo Day, where Canadians can wear any type of camouflage to work or school to promote awareness of the national day.
What does it mean for the OFAH?
Annual recognition of the important contributions of hunting, trapping and angling to Canadian economy, identity and culture.
Reminds Canadians that abundant fish and wildlife doesn’t exist accidentally.
Prompts Canadians to join a conservation organization that works to conserve fish and wildlife, and protect these heritage activities.
OFAH staff to participate by wearing camouflage clothing to work on #camoday — the Friday before National Hunting, Trapping and Fishing Heritage Day.
All great fishing, hunting and trapping experiences are built upon the foundation of heritage connections, outdoor respect and responsibility. Staying true to our outdoor roots has always been the OFAH motivation to support a NATIONAL HUNTING, TRAPPING AND FISHING HERITAGE DAY.
Resources
Ideas and activities for your #CAMODAY or #HERITAGEDAY event
Teaching Stuff
- Project Wild – K-12 Curriculum & Activity Guide with resources
- Canadian Wildlife Federation resources for educators
- Ontario Children’s Outdoor Charter – getting children outdoors and active
- Aboriginal Perspectives – A Guide to the Teacher’s Toolkit
- Indigenous peoples’ culture, history and languages – resources
- Learn about black bear ecology (Grade 2, 4, 7)
- Invading species class activities
- Playground Equipment’s Outdoor Play: Learn About Conservation!
- The OFAH | Mario Cortellucci Hunting and Fishing Heritage Centre – Resources
Outdoorsy Stuff
- Orienteering (learn how to use a compass)
- Scavenger hunts
- Duck box/bird house building
- Outdoors obstacle course
- What would you pack in your backpack (get kids to think about what they would pack in their backpack if they were going fishing, hunting, camping etc…)
- Learn how to set up a tent or ground blind and decoys
- Outdoor cooking and/or wild game food preparation
- How fast can you get ready for hunting (two sets of camouflage clothing laid out and two teams compete to see which team can dress/undress the fastest)
- Conservation clean up or tree planting
Hunting Stuff
- Watch “Telling Our Story” (~5min)
- Organize a NASP (National Archery in the Schools Program) event or a 3-D archery competition
- Hold a kids calling contest (moose calling, duck calling, turkey calling etc)
- Watch a sporting dog demonstration or video
Fishing Stuff
Artsy Stuff
- Teach the class how to make paracord survival bracelets
- Design your own flies for fishing (kids draw a large hook on a piece of paper and decorate it with feathers and other craft material)
- DIY camouflage fingerprint picture frame
- Colouring contest
- Essay contest “a day in the woods or on the water”
Whatever your activities, please share with us on #CAMODAY and #HERITAGEDAY via X (@ofah) Facebook (Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters) and Instagram (@ofahmembership)
OFAH is for all Ontarians
Connecting the Hunting Community
The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters is committed to providing inclusive and educational hunting programs that foster a strong, united community of conservation-minded hunters.
