Fall is on the way – that means bow, trapping and waterfowl seasons are quickly approaching. Don’t wait for opening day; register now for a hunter safety education course. These courses are available in either a traditional classroom setting or an online program. The online program is great for busy hunters who want to learn but need a flexible schedule to complete the course at their own pace, followed by a single-session field day.
“The online course, followed by the field day, is becoming the most popular method of hunter safety, as it allows the student to learn independently and then receive hands-on instruction,” said Lt. Tom Wanless, DNR conservation officer.
The online program requires participants to preregister for a field day, available year-round. Anyone looking for a head start on the hunting season is invited to check out the following field days, which will be instructed by DNR conservation officers:
Aug. 4, Mio
Huron National Forest Mio Ranger Station
7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Registration ends Friday, Aug. 2
Questions? Contact Carrie DeVault, 989-275-5151
Aug. 4, Bay City
Saginaw Bay Visitor Center
8 a.m. – noon
Registration ends Friday, Aug. 2
Questions? Contact Amber Frye, 989-684-9141
Aug. 10, Brighton
Livingston Conservation & Sports Association
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Registration ends Friday, Aug. 9
Questions? Contact George Shaw, 517-618-7698
Aug. 17, Detroit
DNR Outdoor Adventure Center
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Registration ends Friday, Aug. 16
Questions? Contact Rick Phillips, 734-756-3589, ext. 1
