Hunter education courses in Georgia are offered three ways: by classroom, CD-Rom or online.

Completion of a hunter education course is required for those born on or after January 1, 1961, who purchase a hunting license. The only exception is for those who purchase an Apprentice License – which offers novice hunters (16 years of age and older) an opportunity to hunt for three days without completing

hunter education course.

“The online hunter education course continues to grow in popularity with Georgia hunters and is now offered by three different companies,” according to Walter Lane, Wildlife Resources Division’s Hunter Development Program Manager. “It is a convenient way to fulfill hunter safety requirements without having to attend the traditional classroom course.”

The online course satisfies eight of the ten hours required for the course. Hunters still must attend a two-hour review course and take a written exam. Students that pass the exam will receive hunter education certificates.

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