Summer 2026 IDNR Hunter Safety
July 24 - July 25
Free
| Participants MUST attend both Friday 7/24 (5:30-9:00pm) & Saturday 7/25 (8:30am-3:00pm). This is a required course prior to being issued an IL Hunting License. Taught by IDNR Hunter Safety Education Instructors, these courses cover the basics of: • hunter responsibility and ethics • treestand safety • firearms and ammunition • field safety • first aid • bowhunting • muzzleloading • wildlife conservation and identification • state regulations All ages are welcome but youth MUST be able to pass a written exam. A parent or guardian must be present with youth 12 and under throughout the event. Lunch will be served on Saturday. Enrollment coming soon! |