Missouri Department of Conservation to Host Hunter Education Skills Class in Memphis

MEMPHIS, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation will host a Hunter Education Skills Class from 8 a.m. to noon March 21 at the Scotland County Firehouse, located at the corner of South Washington and West Madison streets in Memphis.

Class size is limited to 20 students, and no walk-ins will be accepted.

Participants must be at least 11 years old and provide proof of age. The course will cover proper firearm handling, hunter responsibilities, tree stand safety and other essential topics.

Students must complete the required knowledge portion before attending the skills session. The online knowledge course and final exam registration are available at the department’s website. After completing the online portion and paying the required fee for the final exam, students must print and bring the Course Qualifier form to the skills class.

As an alternative, students may pick up a free hunter education manual at Memphis Farm & Home, Hill Side Gun Shed, Rose Hardware in Memphis or the department’s office in Kirksville. Students choosing this option must read the manual, complete all questions in the back and bring the completed manual to the skills class.

All participants must register in advance online at mdc.mo.gov.

For more information, contact Chief Instructor Jim Robertson at 660- 342-4664.