1st hunter ed class offered in Tri-Cities since the start of the pandemic

The Richland Rod & Gun Club has set its first hunter education class since the start of the COVID pandemic to coincide with spring break for many Tri-Cities area students.

The class, offered in coordination with the Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife, will cover firearms and outdoor safety, wildlife management and hunter responsibility.

Hunter education is required to get a hunting license in Washington state for anyone born in 1972 or later.

The class is open to all ages, but those 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult and students under 18 will need signed parental permission.

The class will meet 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 4-8 at Griggs Department Store, 801 W. Columbia St., Pasco.

It concludes with a range day 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 9 when students can practice shooting.

Register and find more information and requirements under the “traditional course” listing at bit.ly/HunterEdSpring until the class fills.