Instructor: Charlie Shaffer (MAINE IFW) A TRAPPER EDUCATION COURSE
TEACHES PARTICIPANTS HOW TO RESPONSIBLY TRAP FURBEARING ANIMALS AND
BEARS IN MAINE. This comprehensive COURSE PROVIDES A FOUNDATION OF
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS UPON WHICH TO BUILD. Topics covered in the
10-hour COURSE INCLUDE TRAPPING ETHICS, proper trapping equipment,
responsible trap setting, and the importance of sound wildlife
management practices. MAINE’s Trapping EDUCATION COURSES ARE
CONSIDERED HOME STUDY COURSES. Participants must complete the online
module OR the workbook AND attend the in-person COURSE WHICH INCLUDES
A SHORT, written exam to successfully complete the COURSE. Upon
successful completion you will receive your MAINE TRAPPER EDUCATION
CERTIFICATION CARD. Charlie Shaffer is the Regional Recreational
Coordinator for the MAINE DEPARTMENT OF INLAND FISHERIES & Wildlife.
Registration deadline: Friday, March 6, 2026. Students must register
by this date so they can receive and complete either the online module
or the workbook before attending the in person class. Once registered,
students will be contacted with instructions. At the end of the
registration, a pop up will appear for something called Active
Advantage. This is not part of our program. It does not provide
benefits for our students and it does not affect your enrollment in
any way. Please click no and complete your registration. If you click
yes by mistake, please contact PVAEC as soon as possible so we can
help you cancel it.Event reminder
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March 21, 2026
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