The Iowa Department of Natural Resources announces two Hunter Education Classes in Henry and Louisa counties for hunters who need to get certified.
In Henry County, a hunter education course will also be held on Saturday, August 19 at Aim High Shooting in Salem. The class, which runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. teaches students basic survival and first aid skills, water safety, wildlife identification, the basics of wildlife management, hunting laws, and firearm/archery safety.
The Langwood Education Center in Wapello is holding classes on Thursday, August 17 from 6-9 p.m. and Saturday, August 19 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday’s field day is required for hunters under 18, however online courses are available in place of the first class on Thursday. Most online courses carry a fee.
Iowa residents born after January 1, 1972, and nonresidents born after January 1,1967 must complete a hunter education course to obtain a hunting license. Participants for either course must be at least 11 years old, however certificates are not valid until the child’s 12th birthday.
To register for either hunter education course, or to view more courses in Iowa, go to the Iowa DNR website.