Blackfoot (WMU 936) Orientation Sessions

Stinky Buffalo · #1 09-13-2017, 11:32 AM

For those that are hunting in 936 and haven't done their orientation session yet, this link shows the dates and times for the 2017 sessions.

Orientation sessions are mandatory, and are valid for five years. You do need to get your discharge permit renewed every year, however. This permit needs to be carried with you while hunting in the park.

The dates are:

Friday, August 25, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 26, 2017 at 2:30 p.m.
Friday, October 13, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 14, 2017 at 2:30 p.m.
Friday, October 20, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 21, 2017 at 2:30 p.m.
Friday, October 27, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 2:30 p.m.

They recommend calling ahead (780-922-3293) to RSVP.

It looks like the location has changed from previous years as well - it used to be held in the Park Office at Waskehegan, but the information at the parks link now states it's at the Miquelon Park Centre. Good move, IMO.

Best of luck to all that were drawn for elk or moose in there!

waterninja · #2 09-13-2017, 01:33 PM

Thanks for the heads up. I'm not due for my next refresher till 2019. That sure seems like a much further drive for the orientation class. Have to admit it was pretty cramped in the basement of the ranger stn. where it used to be held. MPC looks like a nice facility.

Stinky Buffalo · #3 09-13-2017, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by waterninja

Have to admit it was pretty cramped in the basement of the ranger stn. where it used to be held. MPC looks like a nice facility.

Cramped is right!

The last time I went, someone kept breaking wind during the session, which had quite an effect in such a small space. Oh, the dirty looks I received! (...understandably, as I was the only stinky buffalo in the room...)

TheDuchess · #4 09-13-2017, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by waterninja

Thanks for the heads up. I'm not due for my next refresher till 2019. That sure seems like a much further drive for the orientation class. Have to admit it was pretty cramped in the basement of the ranger stn. where it used to be held. MPC looks like a nice facility.

I went to the session in August, and I had no idea about MPC before I went. It's a beautiful area and the visitor center is definitely an upgrade from the ranger station.

Munchymoo · #5 10-09-2017, 06:16 PM

Hello,
Just a quick question. Do these sessions have a maximum number for attendees? I called the park and requested a call back. Still waiting.

happy honker · #6 10-13-2017, 01:04 PM

Is this still good to go for the 13th?

Stinky Buffalo · #7 10-13-2017, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by happy honker

Is this still good to go for the 13th?

According to the web site, it should still be good to go - although if you haven't RSVP'd by now there may not be room for tonight's session. RSVP at 780-922-3293.

For those that didn't get a call back within a day or two, I would suggest calling again... The staff get pretty busy at this time of year and they are doing their best to keep up.

Stinky Buffalo · #8 09-02-2018, 09:00 PM

In case it hasn’t been posted, this year’s dates are:

(Register in advance by calling the park office.)

Friday, August 24, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 2:30 p.m.
Friday, October 12, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 2:30 p.m.
Friday, October 19, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 2:30 p.m.
Friday, October 26, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 27, 2018 at 2:30 p.m.

Link is here. https://www.albertaparks.ca/albertap...harge-permits/.

Nystiri · #9 09-03-2018, 12:31 PM

Has anyone had any luck getting through to anyone there? I’ve been trying to get my discharge permit, but the rangers aren’t answering anymore, or calling back to voicemail.

R3illy · #10 09-03-2018, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Nystiri

Has anyone had any luck getting through to anyone there? I’ve been trying to get my discharge permit, but the rangers aren’t answering anymore, or calling back to voicemail.

i was there last week to get my permit. I just popped in and met them at the office. Sort of took a chance with someone being there but for the most part anytime ive stopped there someones been there.

I know last year no one would ever return a friends voicemail no matter how many he left.

DeadEyeGardner · #11 10-18-2018, 09:46 AM

My fiancé and I are doing our orientation tomorrow, was wondering if anyone could Let me know about how long the orientation takes? Thanks I’m advance

BG

timsesink · #12 10-18-2018, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by DeadEyeGardner

My fiancé and I are doing our orientation tomorrow, was wondering if anyone could Let me know about how long the orientation takes? Thanks I’m advance

BG

Can't remember exactly but I'd plan to be there 2-3 hours in total with getting permits.

ghostguy6 · #13 10-18-2018, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by DeadEyeGardner

My fiancé and I are doing our orientation tomorrow, was wondering if anyone could Let me know about how long the orientation takes? Thanks I’m advance

BG

The speech is about 45 minutes, get there early and you can get your paperwork done before hand. Takes about 5 minutes to fill out the form. The staff just review it, sign and photocopy it. If you wait until after the speech you could be waiting a long time to get processed.