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Hunting Colorado's Public Lands
An overview of big game, small game and waterfowl hunting on Colorado's public lands. Including National Forests, Bureau of Land Management, State Wildlife Areas, State Trust Lands, State Parks.
Note: Always check your physical license and the Colorado Big Game Brochure for specific hunting dates.
New to hunting in Colorado?
Colorado law requires that anyone born on or after January 1, 1949, complete an approved hunter education course before applying for or buying a Colorado hunting license.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Hunter Education Courses, led by certified volunteer hunter education instructors and/or CPW staff, are offered throughout the state year-round.
Course Options
Hunter education extends beyond hunters, serving as a valuable program for outdoor enthusiasts with an interest in conservation. From traditional classroom courses to online/classroom combination courses, there is a class option for every student.
Find an option that works for you.Grow Your Skills
Learning does not end when you complete your hunter education course. Continue to grow your skills and knowledge through hunter outreach opportunities.
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Small Game
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Hug a Tree at Mueller
Friday, Sep 13
Mueller State Park
Sep
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Hug a Tree at Mueller
Friday, Sep 13
Mueller State Park
Sep
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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.....at Jackson Lake
Friday, Sep 13
Jackson Lake State Park
Sep
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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.....at Jackson Lake
Friday, Sep 13
Jackson Lake State Park
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Fall Birding Festival at Barr Lake
Saturday, Sep 14
Barr Lake State Park
Sep
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Fall Birding Festival at Barr Lake
Saturday, Sep 14
Barr Lake State Park