The initiative, organized by the Associação de Caçadores das Freguesias de Portela do Fojo – Machio, aimed at managing game species and fostering camaraderie among participants. The event took place in the municipal hunting area, covering the perimeter surrounding the village, in response to appeals from the local population due to damage caused by wild boar and deer.
In total, 25 animals were culled, comprising wild boar and deer. The councilor of the Pampilhosa da Serra Municipal Council, Nuno Almeida, was present, accompanying the initiative that sought to address the concerns of the local community.
The event concluded with a social lunch at the Associação de Melhoramentos dos Padrões, which gathered around 150 people, promoting sharing and fellowship. The hunt was supported by the Pampilhosa da Serra Municipal Council, the Parish Council of Portela do Fojo – Machio, and the Associação de Melhoramentos dos Padrões.
The next hunt in the municipality is scheduled for October 31st, in the village of Cabril, in a hunting area managed by the Municipal Council.
