Maryland Hunter Education
No minimum age • Online + field day • Free.
Maryland Hunter Education Requirements
Maryland: no minimum age, online plus field day, Free.
Maryland certification snapshot
2 exemptions, 2 approved providers
Online Course
Accepted
In-Person Session
Required
Field Day
Required
Maryland exemptions
2 categoryies qualify
- Previously licensed in Maryland before 1977
- Active duty military with hunting experience
Reciprocity
Accepts IHEA-approved hunter education from all states.
Approved providers in Maryland
2 options accepted by MD
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Maryland hunter ed notes
State-specific guidance from Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
Field day is non-negotiable for first-time Maryland hunters. The pre-1977 grandfathering still covers many older Eastern Shore and western Maryland regulars, but anyone newer needs both classroom and hands-on components to complete certification.
Course requirements and reciprocity rules are set by Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Verify before enrolling.
Last verified: January 2026
Maryland Hunter Education FAQ
Specific questions about Maryland certification.
Who is exempt from hunter education in Maryland?
The following groups are exempt: Previously licensed in Maryland before 1977; Active duty military with hunting experience.
How does Maryland treat out-of-state hunter education certificates?
Accepts IHEA-approved hunter education from all states.
What else should I know about hunter education in Maryland?
Field day is non-negotiable for first-time Maryland hunters. The pre-1977 grandfathering still covers many older Eastern Shore and western Maryland regulars, but anyone newer needs both classroom and hands-on components to complete certification.
Background: online course options · multi-state reciprocity.
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