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Hunting Training and Licenses

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Hunting

The Hunting community has branched out from the woods to the World Wide Web: hunting resources available online are vast and thorough. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced hunter, these Web sites help you get licensed in any U.S. state, determine what kinds of game to hunt, and expand your knowledge of weaponry and available outfits.

General Resources on Hunting

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Hunting Training and Licenses

Because hunting can be such a dangerous sport, it’s essential to be mindful of safety issues. Licensing, gun safety, and animal care (including equine safety, for those who hunt on horseback) are topics with which every hunter should be familiar. Even if you are a licensed and experienced hunter, the Web sites recommended here reinforce the essential safety issues of hunting.

Dulcinea's Insight

  • Before you can hunt, you must have a valid license. Unlike driver’s licenses, hunting licenses are valid only in the state that issues them—if you are licensed in your home state, you still have to acquire a license from any other state in which you choose to hunt.
  • The National Shooting Sports Foundation is a great resource for hunters of all levels, as it provides a network of hunting and shooting resources and ties together lots of groups and information.
  • Most states offer courses in a particular type of hunting; if you want to take lessons, visit your state’s DNR Web site for a schedule or to sign up.

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For information on obtaining your hunting license …
Hunt Info.org allows you to search by state for information on obtaining a license. States’ wildlife Web sites also provide valuable information on geography and park regulations. Even if you are familiar with the licensing requirements in your own state, you can use this Web site to learn the requirements in other states.
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For training courses …
Introduction to Hunter Education offers an online training program that explains the essentials every hunter should know before stepping out into the field. This course is supported by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, an organization dedicated to fostering quality and continuity in hunting culture. Visit the “How to Take the Course” link to decide whether this virtual program will help you. You can also visit the “Table of Contents” link at the bottom of the homepage to find a list of lesson objectives.
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The International Hunter Education Association is the official organization representing hunting instructors and hunter safety. It offers courses for hunters with all levels of experience. This is a good place to visit to learn hunting ethics or to get a refresher on safety basics.
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For help with a firearm …
The National Rifle Association details its “Basic Firearm Training Program” on this site; a quick list of the course descriptions explains what to expect from various programs. This is an essential site to visit if you plan on using a firearm to hunt, or if you would like to take a refresher course on how to responsibly care for and use your gun.
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WhereToShoot.org lists hunting ranges all over the country and lets you search by zip code. The “Shooting Disciplines” link details different types of shooting and offers basic advice and tips. This is a great Web site for learning about or improving upon your targeting skills.
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For hunters who use horses …
Montana State University Communication Services has an article describing what it takes to prepare your horse for a hunting excursion. This article explains how to feed your horse before you take him active on the trail—especially if he has been accustomed to pasture. It also has some tips on horse behavior and how to take your horse away from the herd.
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