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Take that hunter education course before the
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January 13, 2017 |
By Mike Demick
IDFG Conservation Information Supervisor
Even though Idaho's spring turkey hunting season
is months away, now is a great time for
beginning hunters to register for and complete a
hunter education course.
Hunter education is required for anyone born on
or after January 1, 1975 who wants to purchase
an Idaho hunting license.
"Take a course now if you can," says Brenda
Beckley, Hunter & Angler Recruitment Manager.
"If you wait too long, you may not have the
opportunity to complete a course before opening
day."
Students in Idaho hunter education courses learn
safe firearm handling, wildlife identification,
hunting regulations and the responsibilities of
passing along the heritage of hunting by being
an ethical hunter.
Two course options are available for beginning
hunters. For those who have minimal hunting
experience, the instructor-led course is
considered the best option. An online course is
available for those who need a more flexible
option. However, this course does require
students to attend an outdoor field day class
that includes field exercises and an Idaho exam.
To view a list of upcoming courses or to
register, visit the Fish and Game website at
https://idfg.idaho.gov/hunt/education.
Registration can also be completed at any Fish
and Game regional office.
Fish and Game also offers a Hunting Passport, a
special authorization that allows any first-time
hunter, resident or nonresident, age 8 or older
to try hunting for one year with a licensed
adult mentor without first having to complete an
Idaho hunter education course. This allows the
beginning hunter to experience hunting before
committing to the coursework and effort required
to complete hunter education. For more on the
Hunting Passport, visit
https://idfg.idaho.gov/licenses/hunter-passport. |
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