Hunter Safety Class?

[bluesoftail]

Are there any scheduled for the near future? I know the "norm" is fall but a buddy wants to get his son in so he can shoot at the range (most require kids have hunter safety cert).

[Fiddler]

Michigan2A teaches hunter safety, but we don't currently have a class scheduled.

This discussion came up on another thread a while back, but maybe it's worth bringing up again. Some of the ranges don't necessarily require a hunter safety certificate specifically, although that is obviously one of the most recognized forms of firearm safety education for children. Some ranges will also accept a certificate for completing First Steps class or even a marksmanship program - something that shows the child has had some form of basic safety training.

I'm going to be doing a First Steps class for a child who is in a similiar situation and doesn't necessarily want to hunt, at least not at this time. Therefore, the hunter safety course has a lot of info she doesn't need right now. Maybe I can help your friend out. Feel free to give him my contact info. Of course, he'd probably want to check with his range of choice, but I know some will accept a first steps certificate. When it comes to shooting at the range, I really think a first steps course or a youth marksmanship program is more appropriate than hunter safety. I'm not knocking hunter education. I teach it, but while safety is the primary emphasis, the focus is different, and if the child is not going to hunt, I think there could be better options. Just my opinion.

[bluesoftail]

Thanks Karen. He does plan to hunt in the fall. It may be worth exploring a class though. My friend enquired because all of his sons sports will be done and thought it would be a good time to get him in. Maybe there are others with the same mind set??? I'll give him your contact info.

[Fiddler]

That makes sense. I know how busy the kids get during the school year. I was considering scheduling a late summer hunter education class (Michigan2A), but I don't have anything set up yet. I'd also be happy to set up a First Steps course if there's interest. I'll be happy to help out either way.

[Kouger]

i hold at least one class during the late summer..early fall as well. during " football season" work around the kids schedules that way

[taurus92]

05/20/2006
Time 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Contact Rosemary Westley (810) 387-9266
webmaster@bluewatersportsmansassociation.com

Description

Class runs for TWO days: May 20th and 21st. Please bring a lunch both days. If you have any questions, please call Rosemary Westley at (810) 387-9266. Charlie Naylor wants everyone to be aware of the fact that the class is totally FREE for anyone wishing to attend the 2 day sessions. Charlie, along with Rosemary Westley, have volunteered their time on many weekends to make sure this class can be provided for all at no cost. The use of the clubhouse is donated by BWSA, along with the Hunters Safety patch that each graduate receives upon successful completion of the course.
Resources Facility - Clubhouse

Directions at
bluewatersportsmansassociation.com

[Tallbear]

You can also check Gander Mountain. They're having classes on a regular basis.