Wyoming Hunters Must Complete Mandatory Education Course

Classes available across the state from March to September to meet requirement for those born after 1966.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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In order to be eligible to hunt in Wyoming, hunters born after January 1, 1966 must complete a Hunter Education Course. The courses are available in-person and online, with options in Casper, Cheyenne, Laramie, and other locations across the state from March through September.

Why it matters

Wyoming has implemented this mandatory hunter education requirement to ensure all new hunters receive proper safety training and understand the state's hunting regulations. This helps promote responsible and ethical hunting practices to protect both hunters and wildlife.

The details

The in-person hunter education courses include lessons with an instructor, hands-on activities, and videos. The online courses have a self-paced first part followed by a 4-hour instructor-led session. Courses are typically offered on weekends, with options in the evenings as well. The cost for the courses is $5.

  • Courses are available from March through September 2026.
  • Most courses are scheduled in March, April, August, and September.

The players

Wyoming Game and Fish Department

The state agency responsible for managing Wyoming's wildlife and natural resources, including overseeing the hunter education program.

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What’s next

Hunters born after 1966 should register for a hunter education course as soon as possible to be ready for the upcoming hunting seasons.

The takeaway

Wyoming's mandatory hunter education requirement ensures all new hunters receive the proper training to hunt safely and responsibly in the state, promoting conservation and protecting both hunters and wildlife.