Learn to Hunt Program and Youth Hunt Information

Caitlin Luebke of Portage, age 14, killed a nice tom turkey in a Learn to Hunt Turkey program. Congratulations Caitlin!

The Learn to Hunt Program is an educational opportunity designed to help inexperienced hunters, both youth and adults, have a high quality, safe, and rewarding first-time hunting experience under the guidance of qualified Hunter Education Instructors and hunting mentors. Participants will receive both classroom and field instruction prior to an actual hunt. All participants will be paired up one-on-one with a qualified mentor to provide the highest level of instruction and safety. Many of these Learn to Hunt events are sponsored by local conservation clubs and organizations under the supervision of the Department.

Hunting Opportunities for Youth [PDF 270KB]

Learn to Hunt Programs

Known Learn to Hunt programs are listed below. Additional information about upcoming programs in your area can be requested via email.

• Learn to Hunt programs currently being offered
  • Learn to Bear Hunt Program
  • Sandhill Learn to Hunt Deer Program
• Learning to Hunt manual - If you need help organizing a Learn to Hunt program or getting ideas this manual is an excellent tool in providing information of how to organize such an event.
• Learn to Hunt Frequently Asked Questions

Youth Hunt

The youth hunt is designed to give youth hunters, ages 12 - 15 who have successfully completed a hunter education program, an opportunity to hunt and gain valuable hunting experience.

• Youth Deer Hunt
  • Buckhorn State Park Youth Deer Hunt Program
  • Sandhill Youth Deer Hunt
• Youth Waterfowl Hunt
• Turkey Youth Hunt

Questions for Wildlife Management