What Wyoming Hunters Must Carry While Heading Out On A Hunt

When you're heading out on a Wyoming hunt, make sure you have a few things with you before you leave home, or you could run into problems. We like to remind you to keep it fresh in your mind when you head out. Especially if you're a young hunter or hunting from out of state.

First, make sure you're up to date with the latest regulations from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. 

• Hunting license:
  • If you're hunting big game, you will need the physical license for the species you are hunting.
  • If you're hunting upland bird, waterfowl, or small game, you must have your license with you while in the field.
• Conservation Stamp:
  • If you're hunting or fishing in Wyoming, you must have a conservation stamp with you in the field or on the water.
• Proof of Hunter Education:
  • If you were born after January 1, 1966, you have to have proof of a hunter education course.
  • If you took the course in Wyoming, your hunter education certificate number should be printed on your license
    • If your number isn't printed on your license and you don't have a card, you can order a replacement card.
  • If you took the course in another state, you will need a physical copy of your certificate.
    • If you don't have a copy, contact the state where you took the course and ask them to send you one.
  • If you haven't taken a hunter safety course, you still have a chance to hunt.
    • Apply for an exemption to go hunting this fall through the WGFD's Hunter Education Temporary Exception program, which lets hunters who couldn't attend a hunter education course hunt under the close guidance of a qualified mentor.
      • Hunter Mentee must be at least 12 years old.
        • Mentees under 18 must have permission from a parent or guardian
      • The exemption is valid for 1 full year
      • Mentee must always carry the special authorization certificate while hunting and is responsible for obtaining all necessary licenses, stamps, and permits for the hunt.
      • The Mentor must be a family member or friend who is at least 18, with a valid hunter education course certificate, valid hunting license, and authorization sheet, and must supervise the mentee at all times
• Fluorescent orange/pink
  • All big game hunters, other than archery hunters hunting during archery season, must wear orange or pink
  • Game bird or small game hunters are only required to wear orange or pink when hunting Wyoming Game and Fish Department Wildlife Habitat Management Areas or Bureau of Reclamation Withdrawal lands bordering and including Glendo State Park. However, it's recommended for safety.

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