Upcoming Events
Vermont Hunter Education Traditional Course
Overview
Would-be hunters must successfully complete the Hunter Education course in order to purchase their first license. All courses are led by certified volunteer instructors, all are free, including materials, and all are open to all ages and experience. All courses, reading materials, and exams are written at a 6th grade reading level.
Reasonable accommodations can be made on request at no cost to the student. If you need an accommodation, please give as much notice as possible. If you need accommodations, please click this box and you will be contacted by a staff member.
Courses are available year-round, but our peak season is August through October. If you fail to find a course that meets your needs, check back frequently. This site is updated as new courses are scheduled.
The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, experience level, sex, or gender identity. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities are available on request at no cost to the student. Please include a description of the accommodation you will need. Individuals making such requests must include their contact information. Requests should be made as early as possible, for example an interpreter must be requested at least two weeks in advance. Please send an e-mail to: Nicole.Meier@vermont.gov 802-828-1193 (voice), 1-800-253-0191 (TTY).
July 2024
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Jul 30 Tue
Vermont Hunter Education Traditional Course
Registration Open 10 of 20 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Arlington Commons Arlington, VT 05250
- Tuesday, July 30, 2024 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Plus, 4 additional days.
August 2024
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Aug 5 Mon
Vermont Hunter Education Traditional Course
Registration Open 16 of 50 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
BARRE FISH & GAME CLUB Barre, VT 05641
- Monday, August 5, 2024 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Plus, 7 additional days.
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Aug 8 Thu
Vermont Hunter Education Traditional Course
Registration Open 24 of 70 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
DERBY FISH & GAME CLUB Derby, VT 05829
- Thursday, August 8, 2024 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Plus, 5 additional days.
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Aug 19 Mon
Vermont Hunter Education Traditional Course
Registration Open 22 of 35 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Poultney Fire House Poultney, VT 05764
- Monday, August 19, 2024 6:00pm - 8:30pm
- Plus, 4 additional days.
September 2024
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Sep 7 Sat
Vermont Hunter Education Traditional Course
Registration Open 46 of 75 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Lucas James Williams Memorial Pavilion Bakersfield, VT 05441
- Saturday, September 7, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm
- Plus, 1 additional day.
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Sep 16 Mon
Vermont Hunter Education Traditional Course
Registration Open 6 of 20 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Caledonia Forest Field And Stream Club Inc. St. Johnsbury, VT 05819
- Monday, September 16, 2024 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Plus, 4 additional days.