Advanced Hunter Education courses cover topics outside of the Hunter Education certification course. Events include introduction to live fire, Dutch oven, hunting workshops, and more.

Live Fire Classes
Live fire classes are run by certified Range Safety Officers (RSO) instructing proper safety and handling of firearms. Key practices include wearing eye/ear protection, following specific Range Safety Officer commands, and understanding range-specific Standard Operating Procedures. Point the muzzle in a safe direction, treat every firearm with the respect due a loaded gun, be sure of the target and what is in front of it and beyond it, and keep your finger outside the trigger guard until ready to shoot. Events include introducing students to firing Rifles, Muzzleloaders, Shotguns and crossbows at a shooting facility. The class is free of charge, and all material is provided.

Workshops and Specialty Classes
Classes for the Nevada Tag Application process and interactive educational sessions on Nevada’s Antelope, Mule deer and Bighorn sheep are hosted throughout the state. Specialty classes include enhanced learning through hands-on experience in Wild Game Dutch Oven Cooking, Wilderness Survival, and Camping courses. Some classes are outdoors only, come prepared. Classes are free and all material is provided.

Have you ever wanted to give archery a shot? Here's your chance. Join us for an Archery Education clinic to learn basic archery safety, terminology, and technique. All equipment is provided and adjusted for everyone. Come prepared to be outdoors. Beginning to intermediate level classes are offered.

Did you know that 70% of all boating fatalities occurred on boats where the operator did not receive boating safety instruction? Keep you and your family safe and meet the state education requirement.  Nevada boaters born on or after January 1, 1983 are required to complete a Nevada Department of Wildlife approved boater education course before operating a boat on interstate waters. It’s also why NDOW strongly recommends everyone get their boating education card before heading out on the water.

In-person courses are available through the US Coast Guard Auxiliary and the US Power Squadron.

Online Courses

Learn from Home
You can also download a PDF version of the Nevada Boating Education Handbook. When you are ready, take the test at the back of the book and mail it to the Nevada Department of Wildlife. Once you pass, a boater education card will be mailed to you. The Spanish version is available here. Contact us directly to request the ADA version.

Test your skills and receive your Bowhunting Certification in this hands-on field day. Bring your own bow and target arrows to qualify. Test your blood trailing skills and shot placement to complete your certification. Persons must first complete an online completion certificate at Bowhunter Ed before coming to the field day. Prepare to be outdoors. 

Nevada DOES NOT require a specific Bowhunter Education Certification. However, it is currently required in many states, provinces and other countries. All U.S. States, provinces, and other countries with a mandatory bowhunter education requirement will accept the Nevada Bowhunter Education Certificate. Check with the local agency that has jurisdiction to see if this certificate is required in that state or country you are visiting.

We may live in the driest state in the nation, but there are plenty of amazing fishing opportunities to be found in Nevada. From the classroom to the water, our Angler Education clinics will introduce you to various fishing techniques and all equipment needed for your next fishing outing. Clinics are open to everyone and are free, but a valid fishing license is required.

A person 12 to 17 years of age must complete this in-person class to receive their Hunter Education card. A completed workbook or online completion certificate is a prerequisite to enter the class. A person 18 years of age or older can complete this requirement online. Hunter Education is a requirement to possess a hunting license in Nevada for anyone born after January 1, 1960.

Nevada is full of diverse wildlife just waiting to be discovered. There is much to learn about the animals that inhabit our great state, from animals found in our urban areas to those in the most remote places. Join us for a Wildlife Education Program where our educators will open the door for you to learn more about the bats, birds, snakes, and lizards of Nevada and so much more. These programs are for all age and experience levels. Registration is required.