huntsafe Volunteer information

BECOME A VOLUNTEER INSTRUCTOR

Thank you for your interest in becoming an instructor for our HuntSAFE or Bowhunter Education programs. These courses are vital to both the present and future of our hunting hertiage and are only possible through the help of volunteers like you.

HuntSAFE

We need over 300 volunteers to carry out this program that teaches firearms safety, conservation and responsibility to thousands of students across the state.

If you would like to become a member of this elite team contact a Conservation Officer in your county or area to get an application.

Requirements to become a HuntSAFE volunteer include:

Must be a minimum age of 18
Completion of a state approved safety course
Attending and/or participating in one class and a willingness to undergo a basic background check
Local Conservation Officers and their Supervisors have the ultimate responsibility for approving new instructors

Bowhunter Education

South Dakota is one of 12 states that require mandatory bow hunter education. To become an instructor, contact the HuntSAFE office in Pierre for an application.

Your name and contact information will be forwarded to a Master Instructor in your area for follow-up training.

Requirements to become an instructor include:

Must be a minimum age of 18
Participation in two bowhunter education classes
Attendance at an instructor training
Willingness to undergo a basic background check

More information

Below are resources to help guide staff and instructors when it comes to public speaking as well as how best to provide instructions and information to a group regarding hunter safety and education.

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