Seats available for wolf trapping certification classes in Idaho Falls, McCall and Coeur d’Alene
IDAHO FALLS - Those interested in trapping wolves in Idaho are reminded that Idaho law requires you pass a mandatory wolf trapping certification class before purchasing wolf trapping tags.
Idaho Fish and Game has four certification classes currently available and open for enrollment.
- Idaho Falls: Saturday September 23rd, 9 AM to 4:30 PM., Fish and Game Upper Snake Regional Office, 4279 Commerce Circle.
- Coeur d’Alene: 2 separate courses: Friday, September 22nd; Saturday September 23rd, 9 am to 4:30 pm, Fish and Game Panhandle Regional Office, 2885 W. Kathleen Ave.
- McCall: Saturday November 18, 9 am to 4 pm, Fish and Game office, 555 Deinhard Ln.
Pre-registration is required. Those interested can register at https://idfg.idaho.gov/education/wolf-trapper-education-course or by contacting the respective Fish and Game office.
The registration fee is $8 per student. Those registering online by credit card will be charged an added convenience fee of $1.75.
The course will cover a variety of topics including wolf biology and management, wolf behavior, trapping and snaring techniques, harvest reporting requirements and proper care of the animal after harvest. On-site demonstrations include both classroom and in the field presentations and include equipment and rigging, using diverters to avoid non-target catches, trap site selection, and information on how to minimize human scent in the area.
Students successfully completing the certification course receive an Idaho Wolf Trapper Certification Card that enables them to purchase wolf trapping tags. Certified wolf trappers may purchase up to five wolf trapping tags per trapping season.
The general furbearer trapping class does not qualify people for the purchase of wolf trapping tags. When registering, please be certain to sign up for the wolf trapper instructor-led class you want to take.
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