Hunter Education Hunting 101 *OPTIONAL Free* - 01/30/2026 - (1666092) - Trapping

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Jan 30
02:00 pm - 08:00 pm
Jan 31
08:00 am - 08:00 pm
Feb 1
08:00 am - 12:00 pm
Long Acres Ranch
2335 Richmond Pkwy
Richmond, TX 77469-5207
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Instructor: Randy Spradlin

About the Course

Hunting & Shooting Sports 101 courses including, but are not limited to, Deer, Turkey, Hog, Waterfowl, Dove, Upland Game, Small Game, Western Big Game, Bow Hunting, Black Powder, Crossbows, Basic Firearm, Sporting Clays, Big Bore Rifle, Handgun, Silhouettes, 3-Gun, Trapper Education and Outdoor Survival. These 3-to-8 hour, hands-on seminars and workshops are designed for family members of all ages to learn more about the animals hunted, tools used in hunting and the shooting sports, and where to go in Texas to enjoy these activities. NOTE: Advanced courses do NOT issue the required hunter education certification. However, some advanced courses, such as bow hunter education, may issue separate certifications.

Be sure to verify that the class you are registering for is the Hunting 101 Optional Course.

You may also contact your local Texas Parks and Wildlife Department office or call TPWD Austin headquarters at 1-800-792-1112, ext. 4999. More questions? Check our FAQ page. Register now

Trapping 101

This is a 'Hands-On' workshop with little 'in the classroom' time.

You'll be in the field setting traps, and learning habitat and predator management.

  • EQUIPMENT: All equipment needed for this weekend is provided. If you have personal trapping equipment, please feel free to bring it.
  • LODGING: This is a rural location, there is no lodging on-site. Tent camping is available. There are NO RVs allowed on premises.
  • WHAT TO BRING: A positive attitude and wanting to learn!  Classes are outdoors and hands-on. Hiking boots are appropriate. Long pants are encouraged to protect you against brush and insects. You should also bring rain gear, insect repellent, shoes you can get wet and dirty, sunscreen, a water bottle, sun- glasses, hat, alarm clock, camera, flashlight and/or headlamp and a personal mess kit for meals and any personal items.  You are camping!
  • MEALS: Meals for this workshop are potluck. With over 50 people attending, please bring items for yourself and some to share. We have a small kitchen to prepare meals and volunteers to cook. Please bring your shareable items to them upon arrival. If you have dietary restrictions, please prepare accordingly.
  • Make sure you bring a personal mess kit for meals. As a ‘Leave no Trace’ agency, we try to limit our environmental footprint. A wash station will be set up for you to clean your kit.
  • For questions, please contact: randy.spradlin@tpwd.texas.gov or 512.923.3509