JANESVILLE — Rock County Sheriff Troy Knudson announced the county’s sheriff’s office is offering four modified Fall D.N.R. Hunter Safety Education Courses in September. Knudson’s first priority for these courses is the safety of students and instructors during the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to better facilitate these courses safely, the Department of Natural Resources implemented modified course guidelines to ensure COVID-19 safe practices are followed. 

Courses have been moved to the Rock County Fairgrounds to allow for additional space and to ensure social distancing guidelines are met. Course materials will be taught outdoors using multiple small group learning stations. 

Hunter Safety Education Courses will be held on the following dates: 

●  Class 1: Sept. 12, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rock County Fairgrounds

●  Class 2: Sept. 13, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rock County Fairgrounds

●  Class 3: Sept. 26, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rock County Fairgrounds

●  Class 4: Sept. 27, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rock County Fairgrounds 

Online enrollment can be found at http://www.co.rock.wi.us/sheriff-hunter-education. 

After completing the online enrollment, students will receive a confirmation email with the mandatory virtual registration date. Students will also receive additional COVID-19 instructions and course requirements. 

It is recommended that participants be at least 12 years of age or turn 12 shortly following completion of the class. There is a class fee of per student, and class size is limited to 30 students. 

Any questions can be directed to Sgt. Chris Krahn at 608-757-7932.