If you're a Mississippi outdoor enthusiast and want to pass on the passion and heritage of hunting, fishing, boating, or just enjoying the great outdoors, you may want to consider becoming a Volunteer Hunter or Boater Education Instructor.

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Hunter education demonstration of rifle carry position
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A demonstration of boater safety
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Hunter Instructor Certification

Many hunter education courses across the State of Mississippi are taught by volunteers, who are the "backbone" of the program. Being a Volunteer Hunter Education Instructor takes time and dedication, but it provides many personal rewards.

Please read carefully the following steps for becoming a volunteer. If you have any questions, please contact your Regional Hunter Education Coordinator, listed below.

Step 1: Prerequisites

All applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • Must have successfully completed the basic student Mississippi Hunter Education Course.
  • Must pass a thorough background investigation.
  • Must teach one hunter education class per year, once certified.

Step 2: Application

If an applicant meets the prerequisites, they may complete an instructor application:

Once the application is complete, send it to your Regional Coordinator, listed below.

Once the coordinator has received your application:

  • It will be reviewed for accuracy.
  • A background check will be performed. (Background checks may take up to one week.)
  • You will be contacted by your coordinator once the background check is completed.

Step 3: Instructor Workshops

Instructors must attend an instructor workshop.

Contact Information

Please email your instructor application to chris.clark@wfp.ms.gov, (601) 432-2174.