DARKE COUNTY – A hunter education course is being offered at the Darke County Parks’ Nature Center on State Route 502 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 24 and from 1 to 6 p.m. on Nov. 25.

A hunter education course is required for all first-time hunters who have not held a previous license. It’s also required for hunters who have hunted using an apprentice license for three years.

Lunch and drinks will be provided on Nov. 24. Individuals should bring pencils and highlighters. All other materials will be provided.

Individuals need to register online for these courses. To register, visit wildohio.gov or wildlife.ohiodnr.gov, select “Buy a license or permit” then click on “Hunter education.”

For more information, call Bob Welch at 937-423-1596 or email [email protected].