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Apprentice Hunter Authorization

Notes:

This authorization allows you to be an apprentice hunter. Apprentice hunters can purchase firearms hunting permits and hunt in the immediate presence of a mentor. A mentor must be at least 18 years old, hunter-education certified, and appropriately licensed. (Mentor does not need to be hunter-education certified if born before Jan. 1, 1967.)

You must be at least 16 years old or born on or after Jan. 1, 1967 to purchase this authorization.

You may purchase this authorization twice (two permit years).

Learn more about the apprentice hunter program.

Resident:

10.00

Nonresident:

10.00

Check the Code

This is NOT a legal document. Regulations are subject to revision during the current year.
Refer to the Wildlife Code.

Exemptions

See if you qualify for permit exemptions

Military

If you're a Missouri resident and in the National Guard or reserve forces, you may be eligible for reduced cost permits or exceptions.
Learn more about military permits.