Who Must Have a Certificate of Trapper Education?
Effective August 1, 2007 any person who is trapping or attempting to trap furbearers (muskrat, beaver, raccoon, red and gray fox, opossum, mink, skunk, river otter, fisher, long-tailed weasel, and coyote) under the authority of a Furbearer Permit must first obtain a Certificate of Trapper Education from the Department unless the person held a Furbearer Permit during the 2006-2007 trapping season (prior to August 1, 2007).
How Can I Obtain a Certificate of Trapper Education?
The first thing you must do is obtain a Maryland Trapper Education Student Manual and Maryland Trapper Education Workbook. You can download both documents from this site. You must print the workbook and you can work with the textbook on your computer if you do not want to print the whole manual.
If you do not want to download
the documents, you can request copies from the DNR by calling 1-877-620-8DNR.
When answered press 9 then enter extension 8540 or Email: trapper_education@dnr.state.md.us
The
next step is to complete the workbook. The workbook must be completed
before you can attend a course or testing session. You will be required to
present the workbook to the instructor at the course or proctor at the
test.
You have two options to complete the course. If you feel that you
know the subject matter, you may test out by attending one of the testing
sessions listed below. If you wish to have classroom instruction and
demonstrations, you can take a course listed below which is followed by the
test.
FAQ's
What is the passing grade on the test?
The passing grade is 70%
If I fail the test can I take it
again that day?
If you are testing out without taking the course and
fail, you must reschedule to take the test another day. At the discretion of
the instructor, the teaching team may work with those students who take the
course but have difficulty passing the written test to determine if the
student has mastered the material.
Will I be told what questions I
missed?
No, you will be advised of your score only.
May I
keep the workbook?
Yes, the workbook is yours to keep.
How
much does the course cost?
The course may cost up to $6 to cover
instructor out of pocket expenses. There is no charge for
testing.
Can someone read the test to me?
If you take the
course, an instructor will read the test to any students that request it. If
you choose testing without the course, there is no reading assistance
provided.
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If you have additional questions about the Trapper Education Program, Please call 1-877-620-8DNR. When answered press 9 then enter extension 8540 or Email: trapper_education@dnr.state.md.us
Course Schedule
| LOCATION | CLASS DATE | STARTING TIME | ADDITIONAL INFORMATION |
| IWLA: Abingdon MD | Oct. 25, 2008 | 8am-noon | Contact: Ralph Mink @ 443-617-2512 |
Testing Schedule
Sites have different requirements for registration and starting times. Please follow the directions as indicated for the facility where you plan on taking the test.
You must bring your completed Trapper Education Course Workbook and a photo ID with you to the test.
| LOCATION | CLASS DATE | STARTING TIME | ADDITIONAL INFORMATION |
| St.
Marys County Southern Maryland Coon Hunters | Wednesday, October 1, 2008 | 6:30pm
|
From
Waldorf: Rt. 5 South about 20 miles, right at blinking light (Rt. 247 or
Loveville Rd.) About 1.5 miles turn right at sign to Southern Maryland
Coon Hunters. Take an immediate right, club house is about 50 yards on
the right. From Annapolis: Rt. 4 over Solomons Island Bridge. Right at light at Rt. 235. Follow Rt. 235 about 8-9 miles and take a left at blinking light onto Rt. 247 or Loveville Rd. About 1.5 miles take a right at sign to Maryland Coon Hunters. Take an immediate right and the clubhouse is about 50 yards on the right. There is no registration |
| Queen Anne's County Centreville Library | Wednesday, October 8, 2008 | 7:00pm
|
Physical address: 121 South Commerce St. Centerville, MD From Rt 301. Rt 213 North. Take into Centerville. LIbrary is on right side of street after bearing left into town. Continue to first light. Turn Rt on water Street Turn right onto Happy Landing Lane. Turn into second parking lot. Enter rear of building. |
| Montgomery County Seneca Creek State Park | Sunday, October 12, 2008 | 1:00pm
|
From 270 N take exit 10 then immediately
take exit 11--Quince Orchard Rd.Turn Right onto Clopper Rd
Entrance to park on left. From 270 south take Rt 118 w..Germantown Exit. Go west on 118 for 6 lights to Clopper Rd. Left onto Clopper. Entrance to park on right. |
| St.
Marys County Southern Maryland Coon Hunters | Wednesday, October 15, 2008 | 6:30pm
|
From
Waldorf: Rt. 5 South about 20 miles, right at blinking light (Rt. 247 or
Loveville Rd.) About 1.5 miles turn right at sign to Southern Maryland
Coon Hunters. Take an immediate right, club house is about 50 yards on
the right. From Annapolis: Rt. 4 over Solomons Island Bridge. Right at light at Rt. 235. Follow Rt. 235 about 8-9 miles and take a left at blinking light onto Rt. 247 or Loveville Rd. About 1.5 miles take a right at sign to Maryland Coon Hunters. Take an immediate right and the clubhouse is about 50 yards on the right. There is no registration |
| Baltimore County Carney Rod and Gun Club |
Thursday, October 16, 2008 | 7:00pm
|
From 695 tale exit 31B-- Harford Rd. Turn Right on Summit Ave. At top of hill turn
left on Hilltop. Club at end of road. Physical Address: 9721 Hill Top Dr. Baltimore |
| Allegany County ROcky Gap State Park Nature Center |
Sunday, October 19, 2008 | 10:00am
|
: Traveling either east or west on I-68, take Exit 50 at Rocky Gap State Park. As you exit the interstate into the park, immediately make a right onto Pleasant Valley Rd. Continue about 3 miles to the camp ground entrance (on left). Turn left off of Pleasant Valley Rd into the camp ground area. Go past the Ranger's Station, through the gate to the Beach / Nature Center area (well marked). The testing will take place in the Nature Center building. |
| Anne
Arundel County Meyerstation Nature Center |
Wednesday, October 22, 2008 | 6:30pm
|
Directions to facility at www.meyerstation.org There is no registration |
| Wicomico County NRP Johnson Office |
Thursday, October 23, 2008 | 7:00pm
|
From Rt 50 East of Salisbury.. Take Salisbury bypass. Exit at 3rd exit, going towards OCean CIty. Second light turn right onto Walston Switch Rd.
Go straight at first stop sign. At next stop sign, turn left onto Airport Rd. Turn left at Johnson Rd--flashing light. Follow Johnson Rd to Mt. Olice Rd. Turn
right. ohnson office is 1/2 mile on left. From Salisbury. Follow Rt 12 South to Airport Rd. Turn left. Follow Airport Rd to Johnson Rd.-Flashing light- Turn right. Follow Johnson Rd to first Rd on Rt--Johnson Rd. take a right. Johnson office is 1/2 mile on left. Physical Address: 32144 Mt. Olive Rd., Salisbury |
| Frederick County Catoctin Fish & Game Club |
Friday, October 24, 2008 | 6:30pm
|
70 W to Exit 42-- Rt 17. Proceed through Meyersville to Canada Hill Rd.
Take Canada Hill to Clark. Left on Clark. Club is at end of Clark Rd on left. There is no registration |
| Harford County Harford IWLA |
Thursday, October 30, 2008 | 7:00pm
|
I-95 to Rt 24 towards Bel Air. 100 feet merge right onto Rt 924. 600 feet to first traffic light. Right on Woodside.
Turn RIght at 3rd driveway.(Yellow IWLA logo sign at driveway) Follow to IWLA building.
Physical Address: 3518 Woodsdale Rd., Abingdon |
| Allegany County ROcky Gap State Park Nature Center |
Sunday, November 2, 2008 | 1:00pm
|
: Traveling either east or west on I-68, take Exit 50 at Rocky Gap State Park. As you exit the interstate into the park, immediately make a right onto Pleasant Valley Rd. Continue about 3 miles to the camp ground entrance (on left). Turn left off of Pleasant Valley Rd into the camp ground area. Go past the Ranger's Station, through the gate to the Beach / Nature Center area (well marked). The testing will take place in the Nature Center building. |
| St.
Marys County Southern Maryland Coon Hunters | Wednesday, November 5, 2008 | 6:30pm
|
From
Waldorf: Rt. 5 South about 20 miles, right at blinking light (Rt. 247 or
Loveville Rd.) About 1.5 miles turn right at sign to Southern Maryland
Coon Hunters. Take an immediate right, club house is about 50 yards on
the right. From Annapolis: Rt. 4 over Solomons Island Bridge. Right at light at Rt. 235. Follow Rt. 235 about 8-9 miles and take a left at blinking light onto Rt. 247 or Loveville Rd. About 1.5 miles take a right at sign to Maryland Coon Hunters. Take an immediate right and the clubhouse is about 50 yards on the right. There is no registration |
| Montgomery County Seneca Creek State Park | Sunday, November 9, 2008 | 1:00pm
|
From 270 N take exit 10 then immediately
take exit 11--Quince Orchard Rd.Turn Right onto Clopper Rd
Entrance to park on left. From 270 south take Rt 118 w..Germantown Exit. Go west on 118 for 6 lights to Clopper Rd. Left onto Clopper. Entrance to park on right. |
| Baltimore County Carney Rod and Gun Club |
Thursday, November 13, 2008 | 7:00pm
|
From 695 tale exit 31B-- Harford Rd. Turn Right on Summit Ave. At top of hill turn
left on Hilltop. Club at end of road. Physical Address: 9721 Hill Top Dr. Baltimore |
| Frederick County Catoctin Fish & Game Club |
Friday, November 14, 2008 | 6:30pm
|
70 W to Exit 42-- Rt 17. Proceed through Meyersville to Canada Hill Rd.
Take Canada Hill to Clark. Left on Clark. Club is at end of Clark Rd on left. There is no registration |
| Wicomico County NRP Johnson Office |
Saturday, November 15, 2008 | 2:00pm
|
From Rt 50 East of Salisbury.. Take Salisbury bypass. Exit at 3rd exit, going towards OCean CIty. Second light turn right onto Walston Switch Rd.
Go straight at first stop sign. At next stop sign, turn left onto Airport Rd. Turn left at Johnson Rd--flashing light. Follow Johnson Rd to Mt. Olice Rd. Turn
right. ohnson office is 1/2 mile on left. From Salisbury. Follow Rt 12 South to Airport Rd. Turn left. Follow Airport Rd to Johnson Rd.-Flashing light- Turn right. Follow Johnson Rd to first Rd on Rt--Johnson Rd. take a right. Johnson office is 1/2 mile on left. Physical Address: 32144 Mt. Olive Rd., Salisbury |
| Queen Anne's County Centreville Library | Saturday, November 15, 2008 | 10:00am
|
Physical address: 121 South Commerce St. Centerville, MD From Rt 301. Rt 213 North. Take into Centerville. LIbrary is on right side of street after bearing left into town. Continue to first light. Turn Rt on water Street Turn right onto Happy Landing Lane. Turn into second parking lot. Enter rear of building. |
| Anne
Arundel County Meyerstation Nature Center |
Wednesday, November 19. 2008 | 6:30pm
|
Directions to facility at www.meyerstation.org There is no registration. |
| Harford County Harford IWLA |
Saturday, November 22, 2008 | 12:00pm
|
I-95 to Rt 24 towards Bel Air. 100 feet merge right onto Rt 924. 600 feet to first traffic light. Right on Woodside.
Turn RIght at 3rd driveway.(Yellow IWLA logo sign at driveway) Follow to IWLA building.
Physical Address: 3518 Woodsdale Rd., Abingdon |
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