International Hunter Education Association

06/12/2026

🧭 Don’t guess. Ask Scout.

Whether you’re planning a hunt, checking a regulation, or looking for a quick answer in the field, Scout helps you get trusted information fast.

Built by IHEA-USA. Available whenever you need it.

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06/11/2026

🏹 Off Season Prep: Bow Training & Practice

In this week’s Hunters Connect video, Yana Robertson shares why consistent practice matters and how different weather conditions, shooting angles, and real-world scenarios can impact your performance in the field.

The offseason is the perfect time to build confidence, refine your skills, and prepare for the moments that count.

🎥 Watch the video below and comment your favorite bow training tips!

In this episode of Hunters Connect, Yana Robertson will explain why...

06/10/2026

🎯 Hunter education is the start. Not the finish.

https://bit.ly/4xszyTN helps new hunters take the next step with practical resources, mentorship opportunities, and guidance designed to build confidence in the field.

Whether you’re looking to get started or help someone else get started, there’s a place for you here.

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06/05/2026

🏕️ Summer camping season is here, and so are more opportunities to save on the gear that helps you enjoy it.

One of the benefits of the IHEA-USA Guidefitter partnership is access to exclusive pricing from trusted outdoor brands, with new Pro Programs being added throughout the year.

A recent addition is Elk Mountain Tents, offering premium canvas wall tents built for everything from family campouts and hunting camps to extended stays in the outdoors.

Whether you’re planning summer camping trips, scouting adventures, range days, or preparing for fall seasons, Guidefitter helps eligible IHEA-USA instructors and volunteers access quality gear at special pricing.

Already an IHEA-USA member? You may already have an invitation waiting in your inbox from Guidefitter.

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06/04/2026

🏕️ Off Season Prep: Ground Blind Setup

A ground blind can be a powerful tool, but success starts long before opening day.

In this week’s Hunters Connect video, you’ll learn how to choose the right location, use natural cover effectively, and take advantage of modern ground blind features to improve concealment and increase your chances of success.

The offseason is the perfect time to think through your setup, test new strategies, and prepare for the seasons ahead.

🎥 Watch here:
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There are many factors to consider when setting up a ground blind a...

06/02/2026

🔒 Secure Storage Starts with a Simple Check

IHEA-USA is proud to support NSSF’s Gun Storage Check Week®, taking place June 1–7.

This annual campaign encourages firearm owners to take a few moments to review their firearm storage practices and ensure fi****ms are secured when not in use. Safe storage helps prevent unauthorized access, reduces the risk of accidents, and supports responsible firearm ownership.

Whether you use a cable lock, lock box, safe, or secure case, now is a great time to make sure your storage solution still fits your needs.

As educators, instructors, and firearm owners, safety is a responsibility we share.

🔗 Learn more and take the Gun Storage Check:
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06/01/2026

🎉 2026 Annual Training and Meeting week is officially underway!

Today marks the start of the 2026 IHEA-USA Annual Meeting & Training as attendees begin arriving, connecting, and preparing for a week focused on the future of hunter education.

If you’re not in Glendale, don’t worry, we’ll be sharing photos, highlights, and behind-the-scenes moments throughout the week so you can follow along. And it’s still not too late for eligible volunteer members to join virtually.

Question for our community: If you could attend one conference session on any hunter education topic, what would it be?

🔗 Virtual registration is still available:
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05/30/2026

🏔️ Off Season Prep: The Basics of Spot and Stalk Hunting

In this week’s Hunters Connect video, Maddie Pennaz breaks down the fundamentals of spot and stalk hunting, including e-scouting, finding quality glassing locations, knowing when to make a move, and improving your chances of success in the field.

🎥 Watch here:
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In this episode of Hunters Connect, Maddie Pennaz will share the basics of spot and stalk hunting. She will cover the importance of e-scouting to find multip...

05/29/2026

Safe firearm handling is more than muscle memory. It’s decision-making.

The Firearm Fundamentals Course helps new hunters and shooters build the awareness, responsibility, and confidence needed to make smart choices at the range and in the field.

Because knowing when and how to act safely matters just as much as accuracy.

🔗 Start the course:
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05/27/2026

💻 The countdown is almost over. The 2026 IHEA-USA Annual Meeting & Training kicks off Monday, June 1st!. And if you haven’t signed up yet, it’s not too late to join virtually.

If you're joining us, what are you most looking forward to this year: new ideas, networking, technology, workshops, or just hearing what others are seeing across hunter education right now? For those that have already registered, a link to the virtual meeting will be sent out and added to the meeting page soon!

🔗 Virtual registration is still available for IHEA volunteer members:
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