Written articles and information are supplied various state and 

 national publications upon request. This division also assists in editing 

 technical reports of the Department. 



Approximately 120 radio programs and two television shows were 

 given by the Division during the biennium. Future plans include 

 expansion in TV programs. 



YOUTH EDUCATION includes classroom instruction, con- 

 servation camp programs, junior sportsmen's clubs and work with 

 teachers at workshops. This activity has been restricted by personnel 



Instruction in firearm safety as well as courses in conservation education are presented by Fish 

 and Game personnel to young Montanans so they will understand and appreciate the sports of 



hunting and fishing. 



limitations, but cx])ansi()n is believed essential if the sportsmen of 

 tomorrow are to liavc a lull insight into w'ldlil'e management. One of 

 the objectives of the youth program is to bring appreciation of the 

 out-of-doors to Montana's young people. This, together with an under- 

 standing of the needs of natural resources, will do much to assure the 

 future of tile state's valuable outdoor assets. 



Instruet'on consists of a basic approach to all conservation with 

 emphasis on the fact that good land produces good wildlife crops, and 

 poor land produces poor wildlife crops. Classroom instruction is based 

 on a three-hour lecture course with suitable materials and visual aids. 



ADULT EDUCATION is varied and includes work with 

 sportsmen and civic clubs and all interested groups or individuals. One 

 valuable facet of tliis effort is the forum program conducted as an 

 extension service by Montana State University and Montana State 

 College with finances suiiiilied l>y tlie Montana I'isli and Game Dei)art- 

 ment. Tliis is rejjorled as a separate section. 



The Department has adopted the philosophy that citizens provided 

 with a basic l)aekgronnd and accurate information will be the strongest 

 supporters of a good management program. 



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