Enforcement & Education

Access all rules and regulations associated with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks to ensure compliance and safety.

Find information about how to become a conservation officer.

Mississippi's Wildlife laws are intended to keep people safe, protect personal property, and conserve the state's natural resources

Any persons born after January 1, 1972, must complete a hunter education course to legally hunt in Mississippi.

Any person born after June 30, 1980, must complete a boater education course before operating a boat in Mississippi.

All three of MDWFP's Shooting Facilities provide comprehensive handgun courses tailored to various skill levels, from beginners to advanced shooters.

The Mississippi Scholastic Shooting Program (MSSP) is a team-based youth development program that uses the shotgun sports of 5-Stand, Skeet, and Sporting Clays to instill life skills and values.

Archery in Mississippi Schools (AIMS) is designed to introduce 4th-12th grade students to the sport of International-Style Target Archery during their Physical Education Class and as an extracurricular team sport.

Cultivating young enthusiasts in hunting, fishing, and outdoor conservation — learn about our exciting youth programs.

The McIvor Shooting Facility is located in Sardis, MS, and offers rifle and pistol ranges, skeet/trap fields, duck flush, 3D archery, and more.

The Turcotte Shooting Facility is located in Canton, MS, and offers rifle and pistol ranges, skeet/trap fields, 3D archery, and more.

The McIvor Shooting Facility is located in Sardis, MS, and offers rifle and pistol ranges, skeet/trap fields, 3D archery, and more.