Effective December 15, 2010, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife changed their guidelines for distance learning. Students are now required to spend a minimum amount of time on each course page before proceeding to the certification exam.

Click here to go to the latest version of the Today's Hunter in Washington online course—the official hunter education course of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Official Washington Hunter Safety Course and Hunting License Test

Welcome to the official online hunting safety course approved by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Taking a hunting course will allow you to comply with Washington hunter education law and will also make you a safer and more knowledgeable hunter.

Study Online and Earn Your Washington Hunter Exam Certificate!

Learn about hunter responsibility and ethics
Discover how firearms work and learn about firearm safety
Improve your wildlife identification, game care, survival and first aid skills
Develop firearm handling skills and hunting techniques
Increase awareness about wildlife conservation and management
For students passing the online test, receive your official Washington Hunter Exam Certificate.

Online education is neither easier nor faster than a traditional hunter education course. Be prepared to study hard and practice the firearm handling skills necessary to be a safe Washington hunter. Remember that firearm safety is up to you.