Q : What are the requirements to become a volunteer safety instructor for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)? What type of training is required?

A : The main requirement to become a DNR safety-training instructor is a love of hunting or other outdoor activities, and a desire to teach ethics, responsibility, and important safety considerations. We are always looking for that special someone who wants to give back to the community.

A certified volunteer instructor for DNR Division of Enforcement Safety Training programs must be 18 years of age or older and pass a thorough background check. The typical instructor training session lasts four hours, where new instructors are introduced to policies and training techniques; course outlines for specific programs are also discussed.

Information about specific programs and instructor training opportunities is available on the DNR Web site atwww.mndnr.gov/ safety/instructors/training. html, or by calling 800-366- 8917.