Become part of Wisconsin’s rich hunting tradition this year by taking advantage of the many Learn to Hunt and Shoot opportunities offered across the state.
These workshops, hosted by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and our partners, are open to the public and cater to a variety of skill levels, schedules and interests.
Upcoming Sessions
- *Sept. 5, Sept. 9, Sept. 12 and Sept. 22–24 – Learn to Hunt Deer (rifle), Madison, Waunakee and Leland areas
- Sept. 19 – Learn to Hunt Squirrels, Madison
- Sept. 23 – Introduction to Shooting Sports (Becoming an Outdoors Woman), Stevens Point
- Sept. 24 – Learn to Butcher & Process Deer, Aldo Leopold Foundation, Baraboo
- Sept. 26 – Learn to Hunt Squirrels, Madison
- *Sept. 28, Sept. 30 and Oct. 7–8 – Learn to Hunt Deer (rifle), Kettle Moraine area
- *Oct. 6–8 – The Original Becoming an Outdoors Woman Workshop, Tomahawk
- Oct. 7 – Learn to Butcher & Process Deer, Peninsula State Park
- Oct. 15 – Learn to Butcher & Process Deer, Paul’s Pantry, Green Bay
- Oct. 22 – Learn to Butcher & Process Deer, The Meat Shop, Tomah
- Oct. 28 – Introduction to Pheasant Hunting 101 (Becoming an Outdoors Woman), Rio
- Nov. 4 – Learn to Butcher & Process Deer, Paul’s Pantry, Green Bay
* For multi-day courses, please plan to attend each session.
Learn more and find instructions to register for classes on the DNR’s Events page. Make sure to check back often throughout the season – new events are added as they are scheduled.
If you’d like to host a Learn to Hunt or Outdoor Skills event, please reach out to Emily Iehl.
