Welcome to Illinois Learn to Hunt!

New in Autumn 2024

Visit our new “Learning to Hunt Deer in Illinois” page!

Just in time for fall 2024 firearm and archery deer season, check out our newly revamped Learning to Hunt Deer in Illinois page. Curious about White-tailed Deer ecology? Interested in learning successful hunting tactics? Need help navigating Illinois hunting licenses and permits? Want to learn to field dress, process, and cook your deer? We’ve got you covered!

How Does Hunting Fund Conservation? Illinois P-R Funding Highlights

LtH teams up with Illinois DNR to break down The Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Program (“Pittman-Robertson”). From restoring wetlands to improving prairies, PR is working behind the scenes on Illinois’ public lands to keep Illinois wild and thriving. Click here to watch our video to see how YOU are making a difference.

Hunt Camp 2024 is in the books!

A special thanks to all our sponsors, organizations, ambassadors, and attendees for making Hunt Camp 2024 a success! We had 211 attendees and gave away 52 mentored hunts or similar outdoor experiences, so roughly a quarter of our attendees were connected with a mentored hunt or similar outdoor experience!

Who are we and what do we do?

The Illinois Learn to Hunt provides FREE education and training workshops to teach ADULT participants how to hunt deer, turkey, squirrels, pheasants, ducks, geese and other game. Be sure to check out our upcoming events calendar and get registered for a free event!