Hunter Education

 

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Students at a table receiving instructionWhat is Hunter Education?

Hunter education covers a variety of topics including firearms safety, wildlife identification, wildlife conservation and management, survival, archery, muzzleloading and hunter responsibility. It is available as a standard eight-hour course, an internet home study course and a workbook home study course.

Why Hunter Education?

Over the past 30 years, hunting related accidents and fatalities have declined by more than 70 percent in Oklahoma. Mandatory hunter education courses have not only reduced accidents within Oklahoma, but also in every state and Canadian province with similar programs.

There is no specific age requirement to enroll in hunter education but the minimum recommended age is 10. Oklahoma recognizes hunter education cards from other states. Oklahoma's hunter education program is recognized in all states as well as in Canada and Mexico.

 

female holding open a door with a sign with an arrow pointing the direction to the hunter educaiton classHunter Education Classes?

ODWC offers two options to take the Hunter Education course

Classroom only courses

The instructor will lead the students through all eight hours of the class. Classes typically run from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturdays, but can also be broken into two or three days. Interested students may find a course in their area by viewing the scheduled class list.

Home study courses

The student will complete half of the course on their own using the online course or by completing a workbook. The other half of the class will be lead by an instructor. On two-day courses no phone number will be listed, simply show up for the class and the instructor will give you the materials.

Note: There are some home study classes where you need to complete the home study work and/or turn it in before you can preregister for the class.
 

Home Study Course Materials