Firearms Hunter Safety School
- Fee:
- $5
- Prerequisite:
- None
- Activity Level:
- Easy
- Minimum Age:
- 10 (17 and under with parent or guardian)
Overview
- Learn the skills and knowledge essential for a safe hunt
- Successful completion of this two-part firearms hunter safety course is a required for obtaining your hunting license
- Expert instructors will guide you through the course work and field experiences
- Passing a final exam and attending every class is required in order to receive your certificate of completion
Hunting is a fun and exciting way to enjoy the outdoors while also filling your freezer with tasty game. The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife's Hunter Education Course is more than a "gun safety" class. This two-part part course will provide you with a wealth of knowledge regarding equipment, proper hunting methods, responsibilities and general safety. You'll receive a course handbook, outdoor survival information and additional handouts. Each course is taught by a trained, certified volunteer instructor according to statewide standards. They'll guide you through the course and will provide critical insights into safe hunting practices. The course involves lectures and demonstrations by instructors as well as homework, field experiences and a final written exam. Although the minimum course length is 12 hours, many courses will average more hours. Most classes will have some outdoor exercises. You must attend every class of the course and pass a final exam in order to receive your certificate of completion - a required component necessary for obtaining your hunting license.
2013 Dates
| Location | Dates | Times |
| Freeport, Maine | July 3 | 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Part 1 |
| July 13 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Part 2 | |
| July 17 | 5 p.m.-8 p.m., Part 1 | |
| July 27 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Part 2 | |
| September 4 | 5 p.m.-8 p.m., Part 1 | |
| September 14 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Part 2 | |
