Youth Hunting Requirements

[Is That A Duck]

My 7 year old’s interest in hunting has been growing and I’d like to take him on a bird hunt(s) next season. I’m thinking quail or dove or duck to introduce him to hunting. Does he need a hunting license or need to take a hunter education course in order to do so? I’ve been researching and getting mixed answers. Any information would be greatly appreciated, thanks in advance!

 

[Aeon]

He can go and watch no problem. If he is going to shoot or hunt then you need a license. Now is a good time to get your hunter safety done. It's online and pretty easy. My 9yo passed no problem

 

[SDLIVIN]

And start building points for him in other states now....

 

[Papadeuce]

And start building points for him in other states now....

How many states allow you to do that at 7? I don’t know of many.

 

[MAG 1]

How many states allow you to do that at 7? I don’t know of many.

ALL You need is hunter safety in 1 state

 

[Papadeuce]

ALL You need is hunter safety in 1 state

Most states have a minimum age to apply to the big game draw though. I'm curious because I too have a young daughter that wants to start hunting and I'm going to begin with birds of all kinds because of this. If you know of states I can get her in, let me know, hahaha.

 

[MAG 1]

Comifornia you have to be 12 to hunt big game not sure of the other state requirements.

 

[JakeSCH]

Most states have a minimum age to apply to the big game draw though. I'm curious because I too have a young daughter that wants to start hunting and I'm going to begin with birds of all kinds because of this. If you know of states I can get her in, let me know, hahaha.

I believe in MT you can earn points at any age.