How to Look Up Your Georgia Hunter Safety Card
You can look up your Georgia hunter safety certificate by logging into GoOutdoorsGeorgia.com with your GA DNR Customer ID and printing your Hunter Education Certificate directly from your account. If you don't remember your Customer ID, the Customer Lookup tool can find it using your date of birth, last name, and a third identifier like the last four digits of your SSN or your certificate number. For help with either step, call 1-800-366-2661.
Georgia hunters usually run into this the week before season opens, realizing they haven't logged into their DNR account since they finished the course years ago. The good news is that your certificate is stored permanently in your GA DNR customer record, so reprinting it takes just a couple of minutes once you're signed in.
Below, we'll cover how to access your certificate, what to do if you can't remember your login, and what other documents to carry in the field. For the process most states follow, see our guide to looking up your hunter safety card.
How to Look Up Your Georgia Hunter Safety Certificate
Georgia ties your hunter education record directly to your GA DNR Customer ID, so accessing it starts with your GoOutdoorsGeorgia account. Here's how.
- Log Into GoOutdoorsGeorgia.com: Sign in with your GADNR Customer ID.
- Print Your Certificate: Select the option to print your Hunter Education Certificate from your account.
- Use the Customer Lookup Tool If Needed: If you don't have your Customer ID handy, look it up using the Customer Lookup tool with your date of birth, last name, and either your last four SSN digits or certificate number.
If you're logging in for the first time in years, double-check that the account you're accessing is the same one tied to your original hunter education record, since a second or duplicate account won't show your certificate.
If You Can't Print Your Certificate
A login or printing issue doesn't necessarily mean your certification isn't on file. Work through these steps before assuming something's wrong:
- Confirm you're using the right Customer ID: If you've created more than one GA DNR account over the years, your hunter education record may be tied to a different one than you're currently using.
- Try the Customer Lookup tool: Use your date of birth, last name, and last four SSN digits or certificate number to confirm your Customer ID matches your certification.
- Call for help directly: If you're still stuck, call 1-800-366-2661 for assistance locating or printing your certificate.
It's worth resolving this before license season, since Georgia requires hunters born on or after January 1, 1961, to have their hunter education certificate on hand.
Replacing a Lost or Damaged Hunter Education Certificate
Georgia makes this simple, since there's no separate replacement process beyond reprinting through your account.
- If your certificate is on file: Log into GoOutdoorsGeorgia.com and print a new copy any time, at no cost.
- If you're having trouble accessing it: Call 1-800-366-2661 for help locating your record or resolving login issues.
You can also start from the "Lost Your Card" section on Hunter-Ed's Georgia course page, which points you to the same GoOutdoorsGeorgia process.
If GA DNR can't locate your certification after trying these steps, you may need to retake the course to establish a new record.
What Documentation Does Every Georgia Hunter Need in the Field?
Your hunter education certificate is only one of the items Georgia wildlife officers can ask to see. Keep the following with you any time you're hunting.
Documents You Need to Hunt in Georgia | |
| What You Need | Where to Get It |
| Hunter Education Certification (Original or Replacement Card) | Hunter-Ed Georgia hunter safety course |
| Hunting License | Georgia DNR's license type information |
| Tags and Permits | Georgia DNR's licenses and permits page |
With your certification confirmed, getting your Georgia hunting license is the next step, including any Big Game License or Harvest Record you'll need for deer or turkey season.
Then, as you're getting into hunting, it's worth reviewing the gear and safety basics before your first trip afield.
Find Your Georgia Hunter Safety Card Before the Season Begins
Accessing your Georgia hunter safety certificate is usually quick once you're logged into the right account. Start with the GoOutdoorsGeorgia website, use the Customer Lookup tool if you've forgotten your ID, and print your certificate as soon as it appears.
If you haven't completed hunter education yet, now's the time to get it done. Take the Hunter-Ed Georgia hunter safety course to get certified, then bookmark this page for whenever you need to print your certificate again.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What do I need to look up my Georgia hunter safety certificate?
A: To look up your Georgia hunter safety certificate, you'll need your GA DNR Customer ID to log into GoOutdoorsGeorgia.com. If you don't have your Customer ID, the Customer Lookup tool can find it using your date of birth, last name, and either your last four SSN digits or certificate number.
Q: Who do I call if I'm having trouble printing my certificate?
A: If you're having trouble printing your Georgia hunter safety certificate, call 1-800-366-2661 for assistance. Staff can help you locate your record or resolve login issues with your GoOutdoorsGeorgia account.
Q: Where do I look up my Georgia hunter safety certificate?
A: You can look up your Georgia hunter safety certificate by signing in to GoOutdoorsGeorgia.com with your GA DNR Customer ID. Your certificate is stored in your account permanently and can be printed any time you need it.
Q: Do I need to carry my hunter safety certificate while hunting in Georgia?
A: Yes, Georgia hunters ages 16 to 25 must be in possession of their hunter education card while hunting, in addition to having it on file to purchase a season license. The GoOutdoorsGeorgia app displays your certification number alongside your licenses, so you don't need a paper copy if you carry the app.
Q: Can I use an out-of-state hunter education certificate to buy a Georgia hunting license?
A: Yes, Georgia accepts hunter education certificates issued by any state wildlife agency or Canadian province in place of a Georgia certificate. Out-of-state certificates won't appear in your GoOutdoorsGeorgia account automatically, so keep a copy of the original document accessible.
Q: What if I have more than one GoOutdoorsGeorgia account?
A: If you've created more than one GA DNR Customer account over the years, your hunter education certificate may be linked to a different one than you're currently using. Use the Customer Lookup tool or call 1-800-366-2661 to confirm which Customer ID your certification is tied to.
Q: Does my Georgia hunter education certificate ever expire?
A: No. Once GA DNR certifies you, your Georgia hunter education certificate is valid for life and never needs to be renewed. Only your hunting license needs to be purchased again, since it's valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
