On Feb. 27 the Virginia Conservation Police Association (VCPA) hosted the 10th annual Farmville Game Dinner at the STEPS Center. 

Over 700 people attended the event that included raffles, games and a hunting simulator. 

A silent auction table offered items ranging from jewelry, to outdoor gear, to guided hunts. Attendees came from all over the state to support the Virginia Conservation Police Association.

Over 30 individuals and businesses joined VCPA as event sponsors. 

The dinner menu included venison, catfish, quail and shrimp.     

Special guest speaker for the dinner was Gary Arrington, special events coordinator for Virginia’s Hunters for the Hungry Program. 

He spoke about his experiences as a conservation police officer and the officers’ role in wildlife management and protection of Virginia’s natural resources.  

The VCPA-sponsored dinner was a success. Proceeds help VCPA host youth and disabled veteran hunts and fishing events. 

Funds will also be allocated to the VCPA’s Emergency Relief Fund to help conservation police officers in need due to severe illness, natural disaster or other unforeseen emergencies.