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Over-the-counter deer firearm permit sales begin on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Due to recent software updates beyond IDNR’s control, some vendors may have limited availability to print permits and licenses. IDNR is working closely with the license system provider to quickly address the issue for those vendors. To locate unaffected vendors, use the agent locator at https://www.exploremoreil.com/agentlocator.

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Safety Education Instructor Information

Become a Volunteer Instructor

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is always seeking qualified individuals interested in becoming a certified volunteer safety education instructor. Click below for more information.

Instructor Requirements and Application

Certified Instructor Resources

Resources for certified volunteer safety education instructors.

Event Manager Instructor Login
Instructor Newsletter
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Volunteer Instructor Time Form
Class Notification Form
Student Roster Form
Boating Education Class News Release Form
Hunter Education Class News Release Form
Snowmobile Education Class News Release Form
Trapper Education Class News Release Form

Boating Education Resources

Class PowerPoint
Online Curriculum
Boat Ed Video Series
Almost a Perfect Day: Environmental Stressors Video
FFY 2023 Boating Accident Summary

Hunter Education Resources

Class PowerPoint
Online Curriculum
HE Tools Interactive Teaching Software
Hunter Ed Video Series
Hunters Connect Video Resources
2024 Hunting Incident Summary

Snowmobile Education Resources

Online Curriculum
Snowmobile Ed Video Series
Tools and Training Materials
2024-2025 Snowmobile Accident Summary

Trapper Education Resources

Student Manual
Trapper Education Video Library

Event Manager User Guide
Event Manager Training Video

Contact your regional Volunteer Services Coordinator (VSC) to order class supplies, reserve teaching aids, find additional instructor assistance, or for any other requests or questions.