Young hunter sitting with iPad at a desk and taking the Online Hunter Safety Course for Michigan
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Day 2: Online Hunter Safety Course for Michigan

A Journey to Hunter Certification for kids Have you wondered how long the online hunter safety course takes? It’s been a few years since I went through the Online Hunter Safety Course for Michigan with my sons. My niece, Bayliee and I are breaking it up into 4 or 5 days with 2-hour sessions to…

Three young hunters wearing orange stand ready for youth hunting
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A Father’s Guide to Youth Hunting

Youth Hunt Introduction and Reflections Youth hunting provides an excellent opportunity to introduce young people to the world of hunting at an early age. The journey can start with small game and progress to big game, such as whitetail deer, with the overall goal of building interest in the sport. Engaging the Youth My experience…

A young hunter wearing orange and posing by his first deer.
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First Deer Hunt

A Father-Son Adventure in the Michigan Outdoors Embarking on your first deer hunt is a unique experience for any young hunter. It’s a blend of excitement, anticipation, and the challenge of making the right decisions in the field. As a father, I vividly recall my son Ethan’s initial venture into the world of hunting. His…