With the application period now open for the 2021 Illinois Deer Permit Firearm/Muzzleloader 1st application period, we will do a deep dive into all things deer firearm hunting. This webinar is designed to provide participants an overview of legal firearms for Illinois deer hunting and related equipment from a hunter's perspective. Choosing a firearm, proper ammunition, and understanding how to maintain and prepare tyour firearm is a necessary step to ensure safety and success in the field. Join us as we take a deep dive into firearms for the upcoming firearm deer season in Illinois.
Tenative Outline
- Firearm Safety
- Overview of legal firearms for IL deer hunting
- Firearm-specific regulations
- Overview of firearm mechanics
- Shotgun
- Muzzleloader
- Handgun
- Selecting the proper ammunition
- Rifled slug v Sabot slug
- Sighting in your firearm
- Firearm maintenance and storage
- Selecting your first (or next) firearm
- Overview of popular firearms on the market
To register, visit: https://publish.illinois.edu/hunttrapillinois/registration/
