Hunter education
Hunter Safety Education schedule
Oregon requires all hunters under the age of 18 to complete a hunter safety education course before hunting in the state. Upon completing the course (and a Field Day for youth), participants will receive a Hunter Safety certification number and card. Adults are also encouraged to take the online course, as it may be required for out of state hunts.
Note: Youth under the age of 9 may struggle with the course material and may not have the physical strength needed to safely handle a firearm during a Field Day, particularly during muzzle control, loading, and unloading drills.
Instructors are currently working on 2026 calendars securing classroom & range locations for Hunter Safety Classes and Field Days.
All educational opportunities are currently available on the Volunteer Event Management page - https://vem.myodfw.com/ check back weekly for updates.
To register: Online Hunter Safety Course List *Remember, even if you have completed the hunter safety education course online, youth are required to complete an in-person field day before the online certificate expires.
To register: Available Field Days & Conventional Courses
- Courses and field days are offered year-round.
- Class times vary, but are usually held in the evenings or on weekends.
- Numerous locations throughout the state.
$10 for a Conventional course (includes all classroom and field day)
or
$10 for Field Day *(requires copy of online certificate at check-in)
Register for only one course or field day once your student is ready, space is limited.
Questions: hunter.ed@odfw.oregon.gov
Hunter Education Conventional and Field Day classes are taught by volunteer instructors throughout the state. Sign up to become a volunteer instructor in your area!
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