VAHEA

08/20/2026

There's nothing quite like those crisp fall mornings—the kind that wake you up before your alarm does. The cool air, the frost on the grass, the anticipation of the hunt ahead.

If you're gearing up for hunting season, now's the time to dial in your gear. Check your rifle, refresh your camo, stock up on ammunition, and make sure your gear bag is ready to go. These are the mornings we've been waiting for all year—let's make them count.

Are you ready? Drop a comment below and tell us what you're hunting for this season. Let's have a great one out there.

08/11/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Colby Brown! 🎉

Colby is winner of the Crossbow set up from out raffle drawing!

We hope that your archery and hunting season is packed with action and your tags are filled!

Thank you for your support!

08/11/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Ken Coleman! 🎉

Ken is the winner of the CVA muzzleloader package from our raffle!

Wishing you an awesome muzzleloader season and we hope you fill up your freezer!

Thank you for your support!

08/11/2026

🎉 Congratulations, David Gerwitz! 🎉

David Gerwitz is the winner of the treestand package from our raffle drawing!

Thank you for participating and for helping support hunter education programs in Virginia—your contribution makes a real difference!

08/11/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Bob Schaller! 🎉

Bob was the lucky winner of the Vortex range finder from our raffle drawing!

Thanks so much for purchasing raffle tickets and supporting hunter education!

08/10/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Wayne Delano! 🎉

We're thrilled to announce that Wayne Delano is the winner of the Vortex Binoculars!

A huge thank you to everyone who participated and supported us. We're grateful for your enthusiasm and continued interest in our organization.

Wayne, we hope you enjoy your fantastic new binoculars and all the amazing views ahead! 🔭

08/10/2026

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our VOSS 2026 Community!

We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible support shown to VAHEA during VOSS 2026 (August 6-8). Because of your generosity, we raised over $3,000 to support hunting education efforts across Virginia!

Whether you came out to visit our booth, purchased raffle tickets, or simply spread the word—you made a real difference. Every contribution directly supports our mission to provide quality hunting workshops across the Commonwealth, helping us reach hunters of all skill levels and foster the next generation of responsible, knowledgeable sportsmen and women.

To everyone who purchased raffle tickets: thank you for believing in our cause and taking a chance to support hunter education. Your participation fueled this success.

We're grateful for this opportunity to connect with such a passionate outdoor community. Together, we're strengthening hunting education in Virginia and ensuring hunters have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to enjoy this cherished tradition safely and responsibly.

See you next year! 🎯

Virginia Hunter Education Association (VAHEA)

08/06/2026

August is loaded with hunting and shooting courses! 🦌🎯

Learn from knowledgeable instructors offering:

🦌 Deer Hunting Skills
🐰 Small Game Hunting Skills
🦆 Waterfowl Hunting Skills
🎯 Shooting Skills

Choose what works for you—virtual classes start at 7pm on weekdays, or join us in-person across Virginia for full-day immersive training at beautiful outdoor locations.

🗓️ Spots are filling fast! Register now and level up your hunting game.

Register here: https://www.register-ed.com/programs/virginia/67-virginia-hunter-education-outreach-workshops/page:1

08/05/2026

⏰ Registration Deadline: August 21 is almost here!
Only 7 spots left for the Sept 18–20, 2026 Virginia Hunter Skills Weekend in Appomattox, VA.

Join an incredible weekend of hands-on workshops, meet fellow like-minded folks, and enjoy a family-friendly experience that’s affordable—and no experience is necessary!

👉 Don’t wait—grab one of the last seats!
https://www.holidaylake4h.com/virginia-hunter-skills-weekend

08/02/2026

Hunting season is right around the corner! Don't forget to take your hunter safety course before getting out in the field!

Virginia Hunter Education Courses – August 2026

Register at: https://www.register-ed.com/programs/virginia/60-virginia-basic-hunter-education-course

📅 Aug 8 – Poroporone Baptist Church, Shacklefords (9am–5pm) – 34/50 open
📅 Aug 15 – Crosspoint Outdoorsman, Louisa (7:30am–4pm) – 14/40 open
📅 Aug 15 – Izaak Walton League, Churchville (Live Fire, 8am–5pm) – only 3/25 left!
📅 Aug 16 – Clifton Forge Fire Dept. (9am–4pm) – 23/25 open
📅 Aug 22 – Buena Vista VFD (8am–4pm) – 42/50 open
📅 Aug 22 – Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail Ctr, Duffield (9am–4pm) – 12/25 open
📅 Aug 22 – Essig Center, Rocky Mount (9am–4pm) – 75/100 open
📅 Aug 22 – Dante Rescue Squad (9am–4:30pm) – 25/25 open
📅 Aug 22 – Beaverdam Road (9:30am–5:30pm) – 28/40 open
📅 Aug 23 – Loudoun County IWLA, Leesburg (9am–5pm) – 13/30 open
📅 Aug 23 – Green Top Shooting Range, Ashland (9am–4pm) – only 5/20 left!
📅 Aug 25 – Claytor Lake State Park, Dublin (5:30–9pm, 2-day) – 25/25 open
📅 Aug 29 – Immanuel Baptist Church, Newport News (8:30am–3:30pm) – 16/25 open
📅 Aug 29 – Bedford Moose Lodge (9am–5pm) – 94/100 open
📅 Aug 29 – Fredericksburg Rappahannock IWLA, Spotsylvania (9am–4pm) – 25/25 open
📅 Aug 29 – Christiansburg Parks & Rec (9am–4pm) – 19/25 open

⚠️ FULL — waitlist only: Quantico Game Check Station (Aug 8), NVCC Annandale (Aug 16), Freedom Shooting Center, Virginia Beach (Aug 20)

Register today — some courses have just a handful of spots left!

Ready to get registered for Virginia's required hunting safety education classes? Find everything you need right here: course lists, dates, forms, and registration.