Kansas Hunter Safety
Since 2005 hunter safety education courses have been required in Kansas. They have been taken on a voluntary basis for years in the state. The classes teach people how to be safe with guns.
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History
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In the 1940s, hunter education courses were introduced in New York State. The classes have spread nationwide as they have been shown to reduce gun-related injuries and fatalities. In 2005, Kansas made the classes mandatory, after offering them on a voluntary basis for several years.
Requirement
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Anyone born after July 1, 1957 must take and pass a state-certified hunter safety class in order to purchase a hunting license in Kansas. Hunter education certifications from other states and Canada meet the requirements of Kansas law.
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Exceptions
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Anyone under 15 may hunt without a certificate as long as they are under direct supervision of an adult, (over 18) licensed hunter. Anyone 16 or older may purchase a one-time deferral by purchasing an apprentice license, and may hunt under the supervision of a hunter over the age of 18.
Limits
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No one under the age of 11 will be certified, but they may attend classes if there is room. No one under 12 may hunt alone regardless of certification. Anyone under 27 hunting alone must have her hunter safety certificate in her possession when hunting.
Types
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You may take the course in a traditional classroom setting, or on the Internet through the state game and fish commission. The traditional class involves 12 hours of instruction over two days. It includes information on being safe, ethical and knowledgeable. There is also a field portion, which involves using a gun.
Internet
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You may complete the Internet portion online to get four of the 12 hours required for hunter safety certification. You may attend a field day, where there will be a test on the online portion. Those who pass that test get the credit for four hours, and can finish the field day for certification.
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Classes are taught by volunteers. Check with local game and fish offices, or the game and fish commission, for classes in your area.
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