Hunting and Trapping

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• Connecticut Hunting and Trapping Classes

• Self Study Firearms Hunter Safety Course

  Register for a self-study firearms hunter safety course.

• Bowhunting Safety Course

  Register for a bowhunting safety course.

• Basic and Land Trapping Course

  Register for a basic and land trapping course.

• Connect and Learn

  Information about activities and hunter safety education courses to be certified to hunt and/or trap.

• Waterfowl Hunter Water Survival Tips

  Take precautions to avoid water accidents and drownings while hunting waterfowl.

• Public Hunting Areas

  Find maps and information about public hunting areas in Connecticut.

• Small Game and Pheasant Hunting

  Information on the small game and pheasant hunting seasons in Connecticut for 2026.

• Waterfowl Hunting Areas

  Learn about areas where you can hunt for waterfowl.

• Deer and Turkey Management Zone Map

  Deer and Turkey Management Zone Map

• Wild Turkey Hunting

  Information on hunting wild turkeys in Connecticut for 2026.

• Hunting Licenses and Permits

  Information on hunting licenses, permits, and stamps for Connecticut.

• Deer Hunting

  Information on hunting deer in Connecticut for 2026.

• Advanced Hunter Education

  Learn about a variety of hunting topics and gain new skills in advanced hunter education workshops.

• Small Game Hunting Roadmap

  Getting started small game hunting in Connecticut.