Register online starting March 25 for hunter education course

A hunter education class is scheduled for April 26-28 at FWP Region 7 Headquarters in Miles City. This may be the last hunter education classroom course for 2019 in Miles City. Interested people can register for the course beginning March 25 at http://www.fwp.mt.gov. Click on "Education," select "Hunter Education Programs," then "Find a Class or Field Course." You can enter a zip code to narrow your search, then follow prompts to register.

There are 40 seats available for this course, which is open to anyone ages 10 or older. Students must be 10 by April 26 to enroll. There is no cost to participate, and materials are provided. Online registration closes April 19. Registrants must pick up a hunter education manual from FWP headquarters during business hours no later than April 19. They must read the manual and complete chapter review questions prior to attending class.

On Friday, April 26, class runs from 6-8 p.m. Adults of minor students are encouraged to attend the first evening. On Saturday and Sunday, class will be 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Students should plan to bring lunches on Saturday and Sunday.

There will be a field day exercise on Sunday, typically at nearby Spotted Eagle Recreation Area. Students must arrange for a ride to and from the location. They should wear clothing appropriate for the weather and for hunting. No shorts or open-toed shoes are allowed. No adult online students will be admitted for this field day.