Maryland Hunter Education Independent Study
The Maryland Hunter Education Program offers two programs for Independent Study. The Internet Based Course and Home Workbook Course. Both provide an alternative delivery method of the Hunter Education Course.Hunter Education
Internet Based Course
The Internet based course requires that the student satisfactorily complete an Internet based course of study. Once the student has successfully completed the internet course, the student must complete a mandatory one day Hunter Education Field Day Workshop which includes lectures, hunter safety skills demonstration, range skills demonstration, including live firing and a final exam in order to complete all state requirements
Basic Guidelines
You must be 16 years of age or older to participate in this program. Upon successful completion of the Internet course, you will be issued a voucher to attend the field day workshop. (You print this voucher on your printer) The Internet course procedures are as follows:
- The internet website is operated by a private vendor.
- Students may work through the internet course, and take a pre-test at no cost. There is no time limit.
- When the student is ready to take the 75 question final exam. A fee of $15.00 must be paid to the online vendor.
- All course content and chapter reviews must be completed prior to taking the final online exam.
- The 75 question exam must be passed with a minimum score of 80 % in order to obtain a voucher that qualifies you to attend a mandatory a Maryland Hunter Education Field Day Workshop.
- After passing the online test, you will then print out a voucher on your home computer.
Hunter Education Field Day Workshop
- Students must bring their on line voucher with them to the workshop. Failure to present this voucher will prohibit you from continuing in the program.
- You will be required to provide a photo ID and proof of age upon arrival (driver’s license or copy of birth certificate). Failure to provide these two requirements will prohibit you from continuing in the program.
- You will participate in a lecture covering hunter ethics, basic firearm safety and handling, and tree stand safety.
- You must successfully complete a 50 question Maryland specific exam with a minimum score of 80%.
- You will participate in field exercises which will include firearms handling and live firing. You will be evaluated in each of these activities. These activities take place outside, so dress accordingly.
- Students will not bring firearms and ammunition to the workshop. Firearms, ammunition, eye and ear protection will be furnished. If you prefer, you may bring your own ear and eye protection.
- Upon successful completion of all of the above and approval of the instructors you will be issued a Certificate of Competency in Firearms and Hunter Safety which allows you to purchase a hunting license.
- A maximum fee of $10.00 for this workshop may be charged by the volunteer instructors to cover costs incurred in providing the workshop.
- The field day workshop may last 4 to 6 hours, depending on number of students.
Registration Information
Please carefully read the registration instructions below, as instructions for each location may differ. You will be required to provide your voucher number when you pre- register and must present it to the instructors on arrival at the field day workshop. Registration for all Hunter Education Field Day Workshops closes two weeks prior to the workshop date.
NOTE: The Internet Study Course must be successfully completed prior to pre- registration for a field day workshop.
Click here to go to the Internet based hunter education site.
Field Day Workshop listing
COUNTY LOCATION CLASS DATE FEE STARTING TIME REGISTRATION INFORMATION Allegany Allegany College of Maryland
Center for Continuing Education
12401 Willowbrook Rd., SE
Cumberland, MD 21502October 13, 2013 $6.00
Collected
the day of class1pm to 6pm Email dsimmons@dnr.state.md.us
Provide your full name, address, date of birth.
The class will be held in the CE Bldg. – upon your arrival - someone will be there to advise you the room #Anne Arundel Fort Meade Range – Classroom II May 11, 2013 $10.00 8am till Noon CLASS IS FULL Anne Arundel Anne Arundel Fish & Game Association May 25, 2013 $10.00
Collected the day of class8am till 2pm Internet Field Day Workshops 8:00AM-2:00PM
Pre-Register by emailing a copy of your voucher to: gtownsend@dnr.state.md.us
A confirmation email will be returned.
Max class size 35.Anne Arundel Fort Meade Range – Classroom II June 8, 2013 $10.00 8am till Noon CLASS IS FULL Anne Arundel Meyer’s Station
1600 Meyer Station Road
Odenton, MD 21113July 20, 2013
$10.00 8:00 a.m.
until finished
(about 1:30p.m.)Pre-registration required
Supply voucher # and phone number and email to huntingsafety101@aol.com
must present photo ID and online voucher upon arrival
for more information log on www.centralmarylandchapternwtf.comAnne Arundel Stoney Creek Fishing & Hunting Club August 3, 2013
$10.00
Collected the day of class8am till 1pm Internet Field Day Workshops 8:00AM-1:00PM
Pre-Register by emailing a copy of your voucher and requested class date to SCFHCLUB.HUNTERSAFETY@GMAIL.COM
A confirmation email with course overview will be sent back. Cost $10.00Anne Arundel Stoney Creek Fishing & Hunting Club September 7, 2013 $10.00
Collected the day of class8am till 1pm Internet Field Day Workshops 8:00AM-1:00PM
Pre-Register by emailing a copy of your voucher and requested class date to SCFHCLUB.HUNTERSAFETY@GMAIL.COM
A confirmation email with course overview will be sent back. Cost $10.00Anne Arundel Stoney Creek Fishing & Hunting Club October 5,
2013$10.00
Collected the day of class8am till 1pm Internet Field Day Workshops 8:00AM-1:00PM
Pre-Register by emailing a copy of your voucher and requested class date to SCFHCLUB.HUNTERSAFETY@GMAIL.COM
A confirmation email with course overview will be sent back. Cost $10.00Anne Arundel Stoney Creek Fishing & Hunting Club October 13,
2013$10.00
Collected the day of class8am till 1pm Internet Field Day Workshops 8:00AM-1:00PM
Pre-Register by emailing a copy of your voucher and requested class date to SCFHCLUB.HUNTERSAFETY@GMAIL.COM
A confirmation email with course overview will be sent back. Cost $10.00Baltimore &
CarrollBeaver Run
Fish & GameOctober 5, 2013 $10 8 a.m. www.mdhuntersafety.org/fieldday Baltimore & Carroll Beaver Run
Fish & GameOctober 26, 2013 $10 8 a.m. www.mdhuntersafety.org/fieldday Calvert Prince Frederick Hunter Safety Team May 18th
2013$10.00
Collected the day of class9am till 1pm Email PFHST@hotmail.com to register
Include your full name, contact information (e-mail address and telephone numbers), and you must email a copy of your online voucher…
Students must present online voucher, photo ID, and proof of age upon arrival….
max class size is 25!Calvert Prince Frederick Hunter Safety Team August 24, 2013 $10.00
Collected the day of class9am till 1pm Email PFHST@hotmail.com to register
Include your full name, contact information (e-mail address and telephone numbers), and you must email a copy of your online voucher…
Students must present online voucher, photo ID, and proof of age upon arrival….
max class size is 25!Carroll Harney Fire Department June 22, 2013 $30 8 AM 1. $20 returned to students when they arrive
2. Call to register: 717-357-2829 OR 717-357-5113
3. Fee and Registration form due 10 days before classCarroll Harney Fire Department July 20, 2013 $30 8 AM 1. $20 returned to students when they arrive
2. Call to register: 717-357-2829 OR 717-357-5113
3. Fee and Registration form due 10 days before classCarroll Harney Fire Department August 24, 2013 $30 8 AM 1. $20 returned to students when they arrive
2. Call to register: 717-357-2829 OR 717-357-5113
3. Fee and Registration form due 10 days before classCecil Raintree Airport April 14, 2013 $10.00 9 a.m. 443-945-5133
Frederick Catoctin Fish and Game Protective Association
Myersville, MDAugust 17, 2013 Refreshments will be on hand
Donations accepted8 AM Pre registration: John Brognard - 301-371-4205 or jb@flyfishwebdesign.com
Directions to facility : go to the following link:
A minimum of 10 students will be required or class will be cancelled – registration will be closed on August 10, 2013 to determine if class is to be held
catoctinfishandgame.orgFrederick
Frederick County IWLA
4719 Reels Mill Rd
Frederick MD 21710July 6, 2013 $10.00 7:30AM
- Student must be 16 years of age (prior to completing the Independent Study Program). You will be required to present a photo ID, which includes a birth date, and your internet voucher at the time of registration and when you report to the classroom /field program. If you do not have a signed voucher or ID with you the day of class, you will not be able to take the field day.
Do not call – registration MUST BE IN PERSON
- Student must pre-register and pay $30.00, in cash, (tudent must pre-register and pay $30.00, in cash, ($20.00 will be refunded if student attends the scheduled class) at least 2-weeks prior to the 4-6 hour classroom/field program at one of the following:) at least 2-weeks prior to the 4-6 hour classroom/field program at one of the following:
Gun Shack/Crosswind - Mt Airy
101 South Main St.
Hours of Operation
Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 10:00AM-8:00PM
Sat 9:00AM-6:00PMClosed Sun and Mon
Frederick Mt Airy IWLA
6642 Woodville Rd
P.O. Box 442
Mt. Airy, MD 21771August 17, 2013 $10.00 7:30AM
- Student must be 16 years of age (prior to completing the Independent Study Program). You will be required to present a photo ID, which includes a birth date, and your internet voucher at the time of registration and when you report to the classroom /field program. If you do not have a signed voucher or ID with you the day of class, you will not be able to take the field day.
Do not call – registration MUST BE IN PERSON
- Student must pre-register and pay $30.00, in cash, ($20.00 will be refunded if student attends the scheduled class) at least 2-weeks prior to the 4-6 hour classroom/field program at one of the following:
Gun Shack/Crosswind - Mt Airy
101 South Main St.
Hours of Operation
Closed Sun and Mon
Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 10:00AM-8:00PM
Sat 9:00AM-6:00PMFrederick Frederick County IWLA
4719 Reels Mill Rd
Frederick MD 21710September 7, 2013 $10.00 7:30AM
- Student must be 16 years of age (prior to completing the Independent Study Program). You will be required to present a photo ID, which includes a birth date, and your internet voucher at the time of registration and when you report to the classroom /field program. If you do not have a signed voucher or ID with you the day of class, you will not be able to take the field day.
Do not call – registration MUST BE IN PERSON
- Student must pre-register and pay $30.00, in cash, ($20.00 will be refunded if student attends the scheduled class) at least 2-weeks prior to the 4-6 hour classroom/field program at one of the following:
Gun Shack/Crosswind - Mt Airy
101 South Main St.
Hours of Operation
Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 10:00AM-8:00PM
Sat 9:00AM-6:00PMClosed Sun and Mon
Frederick Mt Airy IWLA
6642 Woodville Rd
P.O. Box 442
Mt. Airy, MD 21771October 5, 2013 $10.00 7:30AM
- Student must be 16 years of age (prior to completing the Independent Study Program). You will be required to present a photo ID, which includes a birth date, and your internet voucher at the time of registration and when you report to the classroom /field program. If you do not have a signed voucher or ID with you the day of class, you will not be able to take the field day.
Do not call – registration MUST BE IN PERSON
- Student must pre-register and pay $30.00, in cash, ($20.00 will be refunded if student attends the scheduled class) at least 2-weeks prior to the 4-6 hour classroom/field program at one of the following:
Gun Shack/Crosswind - Mt Airy
Hours of Operation
101 South Main St. Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 10:00AM-8:00PM
Sat 9:00AM-6:00PM
Closed Sun and MonFrederick Mt Airy IWLA
6642 Woodville Rd
P.O. Box 442
Mt. Airy, MD 21771October 26, 2013 $10.00 7:30AM
- Student must be 16 years of age (prior to completing the Independent Study Program). You will be required to present a photo ID, which includes a birth date, and your internet voucher at the time of registration and when you report to the classroom /field program. If you do not have a signed voucher or ID with you the day of class, you will not be able to take the field day.
Do not call – registration MUST BE IN PERSON
- Student must pre-register and pay $30.00, in cash, ($20.00 will be refunded if student attends the scheduled class) at least 2-weeks prior to the 4-6 hour classroom/field program at one of the following:
Gun Shack/Crosswind - Mt Airy
Hours of Operation
101 South Main St. Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 10:00AM-8:00PM
Sat 9:00AM-6:00PM
Closed Sun and MonFrederick Frederick County IWLA
4719 Reels Mill Rd
Frederick MD 21710November 16, 2013 $10.00 7:30AM
- Student must be 16 years of age (prior to completing the Independent Study Program). You will be required to present a photo ID, which includes a birth date, and your internet voucher at the time of registration and when you report to the classroom /field program. If you do not have a signed voucher or ID with you the day of class, you will not be able to take the field day.
Do not call – registration MUST BE IN PERSON
- Student must pre-register and pay $30.00, in cash, ($20.00 will be refunded if student attends the scheduled class) at least 2-weeks prior to the 4-6 hour classroom/field program at one of the following:
Gun Shack/Crosswind - Mt Airy
Hours of Operation
101 South Main St. Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 10:00AM-8:00PM
Sat 9:00AM-6:00PM
Closed Sun and MonGarrett 4H Center
243 4H Camp Road, Swanton MD 21561September 29, 2013 $5.00 Use Facility Fee 11am Email -dsimmons@dnr.state.md.us
Please provide your full name, DOB, and phone #.
Dress for outdoor activity
Bring a lunch
A minimum of 10 will be required to conduct the class
When you enter the 4H Camp Road off of Rt. 495, go through the first gate and continue past the lake, and continue to the cabin area. The class will be held in the main lodge.Harford Penmar April 20, 2013 $9 9am Call 410-272-8690 Harford Penmar July 27, 2013 $9 9am Call 410-272-8690 Harford IWLA Sportsman September 7, 2013 $10 12:00 p.m. IWLAhuntersafety@aol.com or (410) 456-2740 Harford IWLA Sportsman September 8, 2013 $10 12:00 p.m. IWLAhuntersafety@aol.com or (410) 456-2740 Montgomery Rockville Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America
18301 Warning Station Rd, Germantown , MD 20874June 2, 2013 $5.00 8am Pre Registration
John Hicks – 240-671-1237 or MDHUNTERSAFETY@gmail.com
NO CALLS AFTER 8:30PM
Dress for outdoor activityMontgomery Lois Green-Sligo Chapter IWLA, Gaithersburg, MD
www.lgsc-iwla.orgJuly 28, 2013 $10.00 8:30 AM
To
2 PMTo Pre-Register: email a copy of your Internet Voucher to: njkawecki_gibeaux@verizon.net
Please list: < LGSC Internet Hunter Ed> and <Date of the class requested> in the subject line.
When we have confirmed that we have classroom space, you will receive confirmation and class details.
Class Limited to 30.
No walk ins please.Montgomery Lois Green-Sligo Chapter IWLA, Gaithersburg, MD
www.lgsc-iwla.orgAugust 18, 2013 $10.00 8:30 AM
To
2 PMTo Pre-Register: email a copy of your Internet Voucher to: njkawecki_gibeaux@verizon.net
Please list: < LGSC Internet Hunter Ed> and <Date of the class requested> in the subject line.
When we have confirmed that we have classroom space, you will receive confirmation and class details.
Class Limited to 30.
No walk ins please.Montgomery Lois Green-Sligo Chapter IWLA, Gaithersburg, MD
www.lgsc-iwla.orgSeptember 8, 2013 $10.00 8:30 AM
To
2 PMTo Pre-Register: email a copy of your Internet Voucher to: njkawecki_gibeaux@verizon.net
Please list: < LGSC Internet Hunter Ed> and <Date of the class requested> in the subject line.
When we have confirmed that we have classroom space, you will receive confirmation and class details.
Class Limited to 30.
No walk ins please.Montgomery Rockville Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America
18301 Warning Station Rd, Germantown , MD 20874September 22, 2013 $5.00 8am Pre Registration
John Hicks – 240-671-1237 or MDHUNTERSAFETY@gmail.com
NO CALLS AFTER 8:30PM
Dress for outdoor activityMontgomery Rockville Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America
18301 Warning Station Rd, Germantown , MD 20874October 20, 2013 $5.00 8am Pre-Registration
John Hicks – 240-671-1237 or MDHUNTERSAFETY@gmail.com
NO CALLS AFTER 8:30PM
Dress for outdoor activityPrince George's Southern Maryland Archers
11000 Old Indian Head Road
Cheltenham, MD 20623April 13, 2013 $10.00 7:45am ** CLASS IS FULL ** Prince George's Southern Maryland Archers
11000 Old Indian Head Road
Cheltenham, MD 20623July 28, 2013 $10.00 7:45am This class is limited to the first 25 students that sign up. Email Stacy Bacon at stacybacon@aol.com with your full name, address, phone number, and internet voucher number to confirm space.
or call 240-460-6733.
Walk-ons are not permitted.Prince George's Prince Georges Trap
& Skeet
10400 Goodluck Road
Glenn DaleAugust 24, 2013 $10.00 for registration –
jimmyreh@ymail.comSt. Mary's PAX RIVER
Naval Air StationAugust 22, 2013 $10 TBD Contact Information for student registration: Student registration is accomplished at “The Tackle Box” sporting goods store on Rt. 235 in Lexington Park, MD. If further information is required, contact Bill Cheeseman at (240)434-3460. St Mary’s Southern Maryland Coonhunters Association June 22, 2013
$10.00
Collected the day of classto be advised at registration Pre-Register @ The Gun Locker
June 8th 10am to 1pmor email:
SouthernMarylandHunterSafety@gmail.com
A confirmation email with course overview
will be sent back. Cost $10.00max class size 25
St Mary’s Southern Maryland Coonhunters Association July 27th, 2013
$10.00
Collected the day of classto be advised at registration Pre-Register @ The Gun Locker
June 8th 10am to 1pmPre-register @ Southern Maryland Firearms
July 13th 10am to 1pmor email:
SouthernMarylandHunterSafety@gmail.com
A confirmation email with course overview
will be sent back. Cost $10.00max class size 25
St Mary’s Southern Maryland Coonhunters Association August 24th, 2013 $10.00
Collected the day of classto be advised at registration Pre-Register @ The Gun Locker
June 8th 10am to 1pmPre-register @ Southern Maryland Firearms
July 13th 10am to 1pmPre-register @ The Gun Locker
August 10th 10am to 1pmor email:
SouthernMarylandHunterSafety@gmail.com
A confirmation email with course overview
will be sent back. Cost $10.00max class size 25
St Mary’s Southern Maryland Coonhunters Association September 28th, 2013 $10.00
Collected the day of classto be advised at registration Pre-Register @ The Gun Locker
June 8th 10am to 1pmPre-register @ Southern Maryland Firearms
July 13th 10am to 1pmPre-register @ The Gun Locker
August 10th 10am to 1pmor email:
SouthernMarylandHunterSafety@gmail.com
A confirmation email with course overview
will be sent back. Cost $10.00max class size 25
St Mary’s Southern Maryland Coonhunters Association October 26th, 2013 $10.00
Collected the day of classto be advised at registration Pre-Register @ The Gun Locker
June 8th 10am to 1pmPre-register @ Southern Maryland Firearms
July 13th 10am to 1pmPre-register @ The Gun Locker
August 10th 10am to 1pmor email:
SouthernMarylandHunterSafety@gmail.com
A confirmation email with course overview
will be sent back. Cost $10.00max class size 25
Washington Woodmont NRMA
11761 Woodmont Rd
Hancock, MD 21750May 4, 2013 none 10-3 Email -dsimmons@dnr.state.md.us
Upon registration, specific directions will be given regarding the workshop location
Dress for outdoor activity
Bring a lunch
A minimum of 10 will be required to conduct the classWashington Wilson Ruritan
16204 National Pike
Hagerstown, MD 21740-2149August 24, 2013 $5.00 9am Email -dsimmons@dnr.state.md.us
Provide Full Name / Phone # / Date of Birth / Address.
A confirmation email will be sent upon registration
The class will be limited to 50 students
Dress for outdoor activityWashington Woodmont NRMA
11761 Woodmont Rd
Hancock, MD 21750September 15, 2013 none 12 noon to 5pm Email -dsimmons@dnr.state.md.us
Upon registration, specific directions will be given regarding the workshop location
Dress for outdoor activity
Bring a lunch
A minimum of 10 will be required to conduct the classWashington South Mountain Rod & Gun Club
23523 Foxville Rd. Smithsburg, MD 21783November 2, 2013 No charge for class – donations to the South Mountain Rod & Gun Club are welcome. 9am Email -dsimmons@dnr.state.md.us
Provide Full Name / Phone # / Date of Birth / Address.
A confirmation email will be sent upon registration
The class will be limited to 50 students
Lunch will be available for a fee of $3.00
Dress for outdoor activityWashington MD DNR
Fort Frederick State Park
11100 Ft. Frederick Rd. Big Pool, MD 21711November 17, 2013 none 9 am to 3pm Email for registration at: dsimmons@dnr.state.md.us
Provide your FULL Name / Address / Phone # / Date of Birth
Dress for Outdoor Activities
Bring your lunch
The workshop will be held at the Visitor’s Center – follow park signs to that building.
Limited to 40 – if you need to cancel, please do so at least two weeks prior to the workshop
Wicomico NRP Johnson Office
32144 Mt. Olive Road
Salisbury, MDApril 21, 2013 None 9:00am 9:00am Email registration request to : rmorris@dnr.state.md.us
Include in email:
IN THIS ORDER !
1. Your name, as it appears on your online voucher.
2. Your phone number.
3. Your date of birth mo/day/year
4. Your voucher number
5. Your email address.
Copy and save this posting. It will be removed from the website when the class is full.Class is limited to 30 students.
Class will be cancelled if less than 10 students register.
You will be required to send a personal check as a deposit to ensure your attendance at this class.
Your deposit will be returned to you upon your arrival at the class.
Directions will be sent with your email confirmationLast updated April 1, 2013