Hunter's ed course set for Aug. 10, 12, 14

A hunter education course is scheduled to take place Aug. 10, 12 and 14 in Fort Scott.

The three-day course, which is offered to hunting enthusiasts who are at least 11 years of age, tests each participant's ability to master rules and regulations regarding safe hunting practices. Classroom work will take place from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday in Room A-129 at Fort Scott Community College, 2108 S. Horton.

The final portion of the course, which includes field work and testing, will take place from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at Shelter House No. 7 at Gunn Park, 1010 Park Ave.

Students will receive a combined score for all course activities at the end of the three-day session. Students who pass all tests will receive a certificate noting his or her weapons qualifications and understanding of hunting rules and regulations.

Call Darrell Bloomfield, an instructor in the course, at (620) 223-5418 for more information.