Published: September 03, 2008 01:52 pm            

Required hunter ed course available online

Submitted by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources



SOCIAL CIRCLE — Taking a hunter education class in Georgia is easier than ever, as hunters can access the course online at www.beasafehunter.org .

“The hunter education course is available by Internet, which first became available three years ago, and is very popular, especially with young hunters and/or those whose schedules do not allow time to fit in the traditional classroom course,” says Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division Captain James Bell.

The online course satisfies eight of 10 required hours. Hunters still must attend a two-hour (minimum) review /test course, after which passing students receive hunter education certificates.

Completion of a hunter education course is required for any person born on or after Jan. 1, 1961, who:

• Purchases a season hunting license in Georgia.

• Is at least 12 years old and hunts without adult supervision.

• Hunts big game (deer, turkey, bear) on a wildlife management area.

The only exceptions include any person who:

• Purchases a short-term hunting license (as opposed to a season license).

• Is on his or her own land, or that of his or her parents or legal guardians.

The hunter education course is also available by CD-Rom or in a traditional classroom setting. For more information, go to www.gohuntgeorgia.com or call (770) 761-3010.

        

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