Everyone who hunts or traps in Missouri must have an appropriate hunting or trapping permit or qualify for an exemption. Browse requirements and exceptions.
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To help introduce adults to hunting, the Department allows hunters age 16 and older who are not hunter-education certified to hunt with firearms in the presence of a properly licensed adult (age 18 and older) mentor. Visit our Apprentice Hunter Authorization page to learn more.
Your hunting or trapping permit does not authorize you to trespass on private lands. Remember that your behavior reflects on all hunters and trappers. Respect the rights of private landowners.