Shooter Qualification Card Program

DNR facilitates the Shooter Qualification Program. Through this program local sportsman’s clubs, shooting clubs, and other groups avail their facilities and expertise to certify hunters.  Those hunters, who meet certain shooting qualification standards, become certified and receive a Maryland State Shooter Qualification Card valid for the current year.  This card serves as “proof of proficiency” and enables a qualified hunter to be eligible to apply for many of the managed deer hunts held across Maryland. 

Shooter Qualification events are held at different times and locations throughout the year. Many of the organizations that host these events charge a fee.  As these events are scheduled, they will be added to the online 2007-2008 Shooter Qualification Sessions events calendar.

Hunters interested in participating in Managed Hunts should contact the organization holding the hunt to learn more about their program and any additional requirements. 

2007-2008 Shooter Qualification Sessions