Upcoming Events
Hunter Education Program
Overview
The Hunter Education Program provides free classes taught by volunteer instructors and Natural Resources Police Officers. Topics include: gun safety, wildlife management, ethics, survival/first aid, game identification, and how to hunt safely.
You will enjoy listening to volunteer instructors and Natural Resources Police Officers pass on their expertise and hunting experiences, talking with your fellow hunters during class breaks, and getting familiar with the total hunting experience. Extra help is available for those who may need it.
Who is required to complete hunter education in West Virginia?
According to West Virginia law, all hunters who were born on or after January 1, 1975, must complete hunter education certification in order to acquire a hunting license in West Virginia.
April 2024
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Apr 29 Mon
Traditional Class
Registration Open 20 of 30 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Anthony Creek Volunteer Fire Department Neola, WV 24986
- Monday, April 29, 2024 5:30pm - 9:00pm
- Plus, 2 additional days.
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Apr 29 Mon
Traditional Class
Registration Open 44 of 50 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Bridgeport Benedum Center Bridgeport, WV 26330
- Monday, April 29, 2024 5:30pm - 9:30pm
- Plus, 2 additional days.
May 2024
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May 6 Mon
Hands-On and Written Test
Registration Open 23 of 25 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Beckley District Office Beckley, WV 25801
- Monday, May 6, 2024 9:00am - 1:00pm
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May 7 Tue
Hands-On and Written Test
Registration Open 24 of 25 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
WV DNR Elkins Operations Center Elkins, WV 26241
- Tuesday, May 7, 2024 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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May 19 Sun
Hands-On and Written Test
Registration Open 10 of 20 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Inwood DNR Office Inwood, WV 25428
- Sunday, May 19, 2024 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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May 20 Mon
Traditional Class
Registration Open 14 of 20 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Milton Middle School Milton, WV 25541
- Monday, May 20, 2024 8:00am - 3:00pm
- Plus, 1 additional day.
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May 20 Mon
Traditional Class
Registration Open 48 of 50 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Westside High School Clear Fork, WV 24822
- Monday, May 20, 2024 8:00am - 2:00pm
- Plus, 1 additional day.
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May 21 Tue
Hands-On and Written Test
Registration Open 19 of 20 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
DNR District 2 Headquarters Romney, WV 26757
- Tuesday, May 21, 2024 6:00pm - 9:00pm
August 2024
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Aug 10 Sat
Traditional Class
Registration Open 18 of 25 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Elkview Baptist Church Elkview, WV 25071
- Saturday, August 10, 2024 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Plus, 1 additional day.
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Aug 17 Sat
Traditional Class
Registration Open 14 of 20 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Alma Fire Hall Alma, WV 26320
- Saturday, August 17, 2024 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Plus, 1 additional day.