SCDNR to conduct alligator hunting seminars around state in Aug.

By S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources

Published: August 5, 2010

The S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will conduct a series of four alligator hunting seminars in the month of August for the public alligator hunt participants, hunting assistants and other interested persons. These seminars will cover such topics as alligator capture and handling techniques, rules and regulations, alligator hunting equipment, processing, and other helpful information.

Interested alligator hunting equipment manufacturers and retailers are invited to attend to display and demonstrate their equipment in conjunction with the seminars; however, DNR does not endorse any type, brand, or make of such equipment. Any vendors should plan on bringing their own tables, set-ups, or displays as dedicated space or tables may not be available. On premises sales are restricted at certain sites and vendor space may be limited so all interested vendors should first check and pre-register with DNR at (803) 734-3886. Vendors may be charged a fee for attendance at the Spartanburg seminar.

The seminars dates and times are scheduled as follows:

* Aug. 7–10 a.m. - Georgetown County
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
4003 South Fraser Street, Georgetown

* Aug. 14–10 a.m. - Berkeley County
Santee Cooper Auditorium
1 Riverwood Drive, Moncks Corner

* Aug. 21–12 p.m. - Lexington County
Midlands Technical College
Airport Campus
1260 Lexington Drive, West Columbia

* Aug. 28–2 p.m. - Spartanburg County
Harry Hampton Hunting & Fishing Expo
Spartanburg Expo Center
6655 Pottery Road, Spartanburg
(An entry fee for the Expo will be charged)