Distance
5 Miles
Elevation Gain
100 Feet
Difficulty
Easy/Moderate
Members Only
Program Overview
*Members Only Course: Becoming a member grants you access to all NEW Glacier Institute Field Courses for free, and gives you 50% off all legacy Glacier Institute Field Courses. Thank you for supporting outdoor education!
September 5,2025: This class is designed for those that have already taken a Hunter’s Safety Certification course, but are still uncertain about how to go into the woods responsibly and successfully. Hunting is a great way to get connected to the natural world, and we want to help educate new hunters on good practice techniques in hunting with conservation in mind. Join us to go over some reminders on safety in bear country, track identification, animal behavior, staying downwind, and staying quiet.
Hunting Preparation
Hike Overview Continued
*Members Only Course: Becoming a member grants you access to all NEW Glacier Institute Field Courses for free, and gives you 50% off all legacy Glacier Institute Field Courses. Thank you for supporting outdoor education!
September 5th at 8 a.m.
Instructors: Anthony Nelson and Riley Dennis
This class is designed for those that have already taken a Hunter’s Safety Certification course, but are still uncertain about how to go into the woods responsibly and successfully. Hunting is a great way to get connected to the natural world, and we want to help educate new hunters on good practice techniques in hunting with conservation in mind. Join us to go over some reminders on safety in bear country, track identification, animal behavior, staying downwind, and staying quiet. You’ll join Anthony Nelson, executive director for the Glacier Institute, and Riley Dennis, Program Director for the Glacier Institute, for a full day of education. Both Anthony and Riley have hunted their entire lives, and enjoy helping new hunters get started. Their combined expertise is sure to leave participants leaving much more prepared going into hunting season.
Meeting Place: Glacier Institute Big Creek.
Itinerary: (subject to change due to weather and trail closures)
8:00 – Classroom Introductions
9:00 – Trail walk around Big Creek
12:00 – Trail lunch
4:00 – Concluding thoughts and questions
5:00 – Dismissed
Food: Please bring a trail lunch, snacks, and plenty of water for the day.
Equipment: You will receive a gear list once you register. Most importantly are comfortable hiking shoes, at least 1-2 liter water bottle, backpack, rain gear, hat, and sunscreen. Weather can be varied with extremely high winds, especially in the higher elevations, so please be prepared with appropriate clothing, and extra layers. We recommend bringing binoculars, as well as the backpack you intend to hunt with. NO FIREARMS ARE ALLOWED ON CAMPUS, LEAVE THEM AT HOME.
Physical Requirements: Hiking distance will be between two to five miles.
Recommended Reading:
● Montana Hunting Regulations
What to Expect On Your Hunting Preparation Course
You’ll join Anthony Nelson, executive director for the Glacier Institute, and Riley Dennis, Program Director for the Glacier Institute, for a full day of education. Both Anthony and Riley have hunted their entire lives, and enjoy helping new hunters get started. Their combined expertise is sure to leave participants leaving much more prepared going into hunting season.
* Trails listed are subject to change due to trail closure, weather, trail conditions, or wildlife.
Program Details
Meeting Place: Glacier Institute Big Creek.
Itinerary: (subject to change due to weather and trail closures)
8:00 – Classroom Introductions
9:00 – Trail walk around Big Creek
12:00 – Trail lunch
4:00 – Concluding thoughts and questions
5:00 – Dismissed
Food: Please bring a trail lunch, snacks, and plenty of water for the day.
Equipment: You will receive a gear list once you register. Most importantly are comfortable hiking shoes, at least 1-2 liter water bottle, backpack, rain gear, hat, and sunscreen. NO FIREARMS ARE ALLOWED ON CAMPUS, LEAVE THEM AT HOME.
Physical Requirements: Hiking distance will be between two to five miles.
What to Bring
Weather can be varied with extremely high winds, especially in the higher elevations, so please be prepared with appropriate clothing, and extra layers. We recommend bringing binoculars, as well as the backpack you intend to hunt with. NO FIREARMS ARE ALLOWED ON CAMPUS, LEAVE THEM AT HOME.
- Comfortable Hiking Shoes
- 1-2 liter Water Bottle
- Backpack
- Sleeping bag
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Camera (optional)
- Binoculars (optional)
- Field Notebook with pencils