Desoto County Sports

Arkabutla Lake Youth Raccoon Hunt

Dec. 19, 2024-The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vicksburg District announces an upcoming raccoon hunt at Arkabutla Lake. This will be an excellent opportunity for youth hunters, ages 10-15, to experience a guided raccoon hunt at Arkabutla Lake.  The event will be held on Feb. 14-15, and 21-22, 2025. Dates are subject to change if unfavorable weather conditions occur.

All youth hunters must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age. Youth hunters and their accompanying adult need to dress appropriately for outdoor conditions.  Participants will be walking through the woods on uneven terrain during the night hours. Everyone is encouraged to bring items including rubber/waterproof boots, flashlight, water, etc.

Applications can be picked up in person at the Arkabutla Lake Field Office or downloaded from the Arkabutla Lake website https://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Arkabutla-Lake/

For further information please contact Park Ranger Hunter Saunders at the Arkabutla Lake Field Office (662) 562-6261.

Bob Bakken

Bob Bakken provides content for DeSoto County News and its social media channels. He is an award-winning broadcaster, along with being a reporter and photographer, and has done sports media relations work with junior and minor league hockey teams. Along with his reports on this website, you will find this veteran media member providing sports updates and high school football play-by-play on Rebel 95.3 FM Radio.