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Overview

Trapper Education is required for all new trappers before purchasing a NYS Trapping License. This course covers how to trap responsibly and selectively and how to handle pelts to produce marketable furs. 

NOTE: All courses require the completion of homework prior to attending. If you do not complete the homework, you cannot complete the course.

Additional Information

Description

There is no minimum age to attend this course.
Managed & Approved by:
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Division of Fish & Wildlife | Hunter Education

Hunter Education Program Courses and Certifications - NYSDEC


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Apr 2026

Trapper Education Course

Registration Open 17 of 20 seats remaining

Location:

Genesee Valley Trapper Assoc.
4460 County Road 32
Bloomfield, NY 14469

Taught by:

John A Stansfield
Date & Times:
Apr 25, 2026 8:30AM - 5:30PM EDT

Jun 2026

Trapper Education Course

Registration Open 13 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Hudson Valley Sportsman Assoc
120 Daley Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

Taught by:

Lester A Wojnar
Date & Times:
Jun 27, 2026 8:00AM - 4:30PM EDT

Trapper Education Course

Registration Open 11 of 12 seats remaining

Location:

Ten Ring Archery
2921 R. Hempstead Turnpike
Levittown, NY 11756

Taught by:

Anthony M Romeo II
Date & Times:
Jun 29, 2026 5:00PM - 10:00PM EDT
Jul 06, 2026 5:00PM - 10:00PM EDT