Young hunters gather with their mentors and Wessington Springs Pheasants Forever volunteers during the annual Youth Hunt held Oct. 3, 2026. Jason and Cristin Weber provided the hunting grounds, while the Mullett family provided the facilities pictured in the background. (KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN)
Wessington Springs Pheasants Forever Youth Hunt brings together 17 young hunters and generations of volunteers
For the volunteers who spend countless hours teaching firearm safety, guiding young hunters and sharing their love of the outdoors, the reward often comes down to a simple moment — watching a youngster harvest a pheasant for the first time.
Or perhaps it's the handshake and heartfelt thank-…
