Non resident

[WARHORSE]

I have a friend from out of state that wants to come bear hunting in washington. I know he needs a non res tag and license . My question is is a Current or expired license from his home state proof of hunters ed? He is only 33 years old so the jan 1 1972 does not apply.

[Stein]

All hunters born after January 1, 1972 are required to show proof of hunter education course completion.

It sounds like they need proof of passing hunter's education somewhere.

[JL]

It does not. He'll need to contact the wildlife office in the state where it was received and request a copy/proof to submit to WA. Most state's are accustomed to fulfilling this request so there shouldn't be a long turnaround.