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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.
Hunter Outreach
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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Toddler Trails at Cheyenne Mountain
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Cheyenne Mountain State Park
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Toddler Trails at Cheyenne Mountain
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Learn to fish at Staunton State Park
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Staunton State Park
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Mueller State Park
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Reflecting in Nature at Mueller
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Mueller State Park
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Toddler Trails at Cheyenne Mountain
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Cheyenne Mountain State Park
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Toddler Trails at Cheyenne Mountain
Thursday, Aug 22
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
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Learn to fish at Staunton State Park
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Staunton State Park
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Learn to fish at Staunton State Park
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Staunton State Park
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Reflecting in Nature at Mueller
Thursday, Aug 22
Mueller State Park
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Reflecting in Nature at Mueller
Thursday, Aug 22
Mueller State Park