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Official Minnesota
Hunter Safety Course
ilearntohunt.com is a delegated provider for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
unlimited exam attempts
You need a hunter education firearms safety certificate to purchase a Minnesota firearms hunting license if you are born after December 31, 1979.
This course is approved by IHEA-USA and the state of Minnesota.
Get Minnesota Hunter Certified in 3 Steps
Pass the $49.95 Interactive Course
Learn and test your hunting knowledge while you venture through this fun, interactive hunter safety course.
Complete the Field Day
Students 11–15 years of age are required to take a Field Day. Students who are 16 years of age and older are not required to take a Field Day.
Get Ready to Go Hunting!
If you are 16 years of age or older, you can print your Course Completion Voucher after successfully passing the course.
If you are 11 to 15 years of age, print your Field Day Voucher and bring it to your Field Day.
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Why Take This Course?
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Developed to support students, this app is the mobile component to the web-based course. Learn on the go and start earning your Minnesota Hunter Education Certificate wherever you are!
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The Only Interactive Hunter Safety Course Approved by IHEA-USA and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
This interactive course was developed in accordance with the standards set forth by IHEA-USA and meets the requirements of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Official course provider approved by:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
500 Lafayette Road
St. Paul, MN 55155
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The Only Interactive Hunting Course
Minnesota-Approved Hunter Safety Education
Our interactive hunter safety course satisfies the online component of your hunter education requirements established by IHEA-USA and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
No Minimum Time Requirements
Students complete our interactive courses faster than our traditional courses. Why? There are no timers—ever!
Complete Your Hunter Education Quicker
Instruction that engages the brain using both words and images has been shown to significantly increase student retention and comprehension. When you combine interactive learning with no time requirements, it's easy to see why students are choosing this course!
Real-Life Situations
Make choices for your character that will earn you awards and allow you to move through levels by applying what you’ve learned about hunter safety throughout the challenges.
Role-Playing Simulations
We made sure to include plenty of realistic simulations to keep you engaged along the way. Earn achievement badges as you master trip planning, emergency preparation, and safety operations. Crack all the levels, and you will be awarded your Hunter Education Certificate.
Minnesota Hunting Laws and Regulations
Who is required to complete hunter education in Minnesota?
You need a hunter education firearms safety certificate to purchase a Minnesota firearms hunting license if you are born after December 31, 1979. Those between 11 and 15 years of age are required to take a Field Day.
Is completion of the Minnesota state agency–approved course required to buy a license?
Yes, Minnesota requires that all hunters born after December 31, 1979, first complete a course approved by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and IHEA-USA to purchase a Minnesota firearms hunting license.
Reciprocity
All U.S. states, provinces, and other countries that have mandatory hunter education requirements will accept the Minnesota Course Completion Voucher. Likewise, Minnesota will accept Hunter Education certifications that are issued by other jurisdictions that meet official IHEA-USA requirements. (This is known as “reciprocity.”)
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Frequently Asked Minnesota Hunting Questions
Price and Payment
How much does the Minnesota ilearntohunt Course cost?
The Minnesota ilearntohunt Course fee is $49.95.
Taking the Course
Do you need Minnesota hunter education?
You need a hunter education firearms safety certificate to purchase a Minnesota firearms hunting license if you are born after December 31, 1979.
What is the minimum age to take this online course?
You must be at least 11 years old to take this online course.
Do I have to be a resident to take the Minnesota ilearntohunt Course?
You do not have to be a resident of Minnesota to take this online course.
Course Approval and Acceptance
Is the Minnesota ilearntohunt Course approved by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources?
The Minnesota ilearntohunt Course is approved and accepted by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Is my Minnesota Course Completion Voucher accepted elsewhere?
All U.S. states, provinces, and other countries that have mandatory hunter education requirements will accept the Minnesota Course Completion Voucher. Likewise, Minnesota will accept Hunter Education certifications that are issued by other jurisdictions that meet official IHEA-USA requirements. (This is known as “reciprocity.”)
Replacement of Lost or Damaged Documents
How do I replace my Course Completion Voucher if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?
To replace a lost, destroyed, or damaged Course Completion Voucher, go to http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/index.html.
Quizzes and/or Exams
Do I have to take an online exam?
The Final Exam is the exam you take at the end of the online course. You must score at least 80% on the exam to pass. You have unlimited attempts to pass the exam. If you don’t complete the exam in one session, don’t worry. When you log in later, you will be taken to the first unanswered question of the exam.
About Your Certification
What is the proof of online Minnesota ilearntohunt Course completion?
Once you pay for and pass the online course, you will be able to immediately print out the Temporary Hunter Education Certificate. This is your proof of online course completion. You can print the Temporary Hunter Education Certificate right then and/or request that a PDF be emailed to you.
If you are between 11 and 15 years of age, you are required to bring this document with you to your Field Day.
What is the permanent Minnesota Course Completion Voucher?
If you are 16 years or older, the Course Completion Voucher is proof that you have successfully completed all the hunter education requirements and allows you to legally purchase a hunting license in Minnesota.
MN DNR Number
How do I get a MN DNR Number?
You can create a new account by visiting https://licenses.dnr.state.mn.us/.
Once you're there, click Account in the upper right corner. Click here for a step-by-step guide.
How do I get a MN DNR Number if I am under 13 years old?
First, your parent or guardian will need to login or create their account at https://licenses.dnr.state.mn.us/, then click Account in the upper right.
Once they have their account, they can add you as a LINKED USER. Click here for a step-by-step guide.
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Customer Service
Your ilearntohunt course comes with a dedicated customer service team made up of real people, not robots. We’re here to provide assistance to you through all channels—phone, email, and chat.
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