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Outdoor Programs
The Maine outdoors is a place for everyone. Whether you are looking to learn to shoot a firearm for the first time, improve your outdoor survival skills, or try your hand at fishing, hunting, or trapping, we have a workshop that might interest you. Programs are designed for first timers as well as those eager to bring their skills to the next level.
No matter where you are in your outdoor journey, there is always something new to learn or try. Browse our upcoming workshops and programs below.
Upcoming Workshops & Programs
Hunting Big Game with Rifles
Date/Time: August 09, 9am-1pm
County: Kennebec
Location: Monmouth - Monmouth Fish & Game
Contact: Jaime Berard - (207) 287-5220 or jaime.berard@maine.gov for questions/information
Description:
Introduction to Archery Hunting
Date/Time: August 12, 9am-1pm
County: Kennebec
Location: Augusta - Sportsman Alliance of Maine - Outdoor Center
Contact: Jaime Berard - (207) 287-5220 or jaime.berard@maine.gov for questions/information
Description:
Whitetail Deer Hunt: Session 1
Date/Time: August 17, 9am-12pm
County: Kennebec
Location: Augusta - Sportsman Alliance of Maine - Outdoor Center
Contact: Robert Bryan - (207) 504-0482 or rrbryan.54@gmail.com for information
Description:
Where to hunt, methods, and equipment.
Whitetail Deer Hunting - Session 2
Date/Time: August 17, 1pm-4pm
County: Kennebec
Location: Augusta - Sportsman Alliance of Maine - Outdoor Center
Contact: Robert Bryan - (207) 504-0482 or rrbryan.54@gmail.com for information
Description:
Before and after the shot.
Hunting Big Game with Rifles
Date/Time: August 20, 4pm-8pm
County: Cumberland
Location: Harrison - Western Maine Fish & Game
Contact: Jaime Berard - (207) 287-5220 or jaime.berard@maine.gov for questions/information
Description:
Introduction to Archery Hunting
Date/Time: August 23, 9am-12pm
County: Cumberland
Location: Scarborough - Cabela's
Contact: Steve Barr - (207) 446-4173 or Stephen.L.Barr@maine.gov for questions/information
Description:
Hunting Big Game with Rifles
Date/Time: August 26, 4pm-8pm
County: Franklin
Location: Wilton - Wilton Fish & Game
Contact: Jaime Berard - (207) 287-5220 or jaime.berard@maine.gov for questions/information
Description:
Wild Game Cooking: Sausage
Date/Time: October 12, Time Slot 1: 10am-12pm; Time Slot 2: 1pm-3pm
County: Franklin
Location: Wilton - Wilton Fish & Game
Contact: Jaime Berard - (207) 287-5220 or jaime.berard@maine.gov for questions/information
Description:
2 Separate time slots available - please choose/register for only 1
Not finding what you are looking for? Be sure to check back as programs are added each month. You can also learn more about program types and when they are typically offered below.
Camp North Woods
Camp North Woods provides opportunities for youth and their families to learn lifelong outdoor skills as well as the importance of sustaining Maine's natural resources.
Next Step Hunting Workshops
Learning to hunt is a lifelong journey. Join us to learn how to get started, learn how to safely use firearms, target a new species, share and learn tips from fellow hunters, or refresh your knowledge.
Shooting Ranges
Whether you are looking to sight in your firearm for an upcoming hunting season, target practice, or shoot a firearm for the very first time, you are invited to MDIFW's two state-owned shooting ranges in Fryeburg and Augusta.
NatureQuest
Are you up for a challenge? Join NatureQuest, a seasonal challenge designed to elevate your sense of adventure this year.
Can't find a course for your area? Contact the Recreational Safety Division Office at (207) 287-5220.
Are you looking for an ATV, boating, snowmobile, hunting, or trapping safety and education course? Click here to view our safety courses.