The Ohio rifle and pistol association

Discover Ohio's Hunting Heritage with ORPA

Rooted in a deep love for the outdoors, we're on a mission to connect communities and generations through responsible firearm ownership. ORPA is committed to preserving Ohio's hunting legacy through the three R's: Retain, Recruit, and Reactivate. We support member clubs in their hunting activities and work to sustain the tradition through engaging activities and education.

​How We Support You: Planning a hunting-related event? Let us know, and we'll help spread the word and provide potential volunteers. ORPA is dedicated to creating a strong network within the hunting community.

Ohio Hunter Education: Explore courses at Ohio's Department of Natural Resources for comprehensive Ohio Hunter Education.  Equip yourself with the knowledge for responsible and ethical hunting.

​Join ORPA to celebrating Ohio's hunting heritage and ensuring these traditions endure for generations.

Basic equipment needed:

• Ohio Hunting License
• Federal Duck stamp for ducks/geese
• Ohio Wet Land stamp for ducks/geese
• Hunter Education Card
• Knowledge of the game you are hunting. Habits and areas to find the animal.
• Create a plan for when you are leaving, check-in times, where everyone will be hunting, and when expected back.
• Hunting implement (bow, crossbow, shotgun, pistol, rifle, muzzleloader)
• Ammo or arrows for your hunting implement
• Clothes appropriate for the weather and activity
• Personal First aid kit
• Communication device (radio or cell phone if you have coverage)
• Note: different types of hunting may require additional equipment and planning. i.e. duck hunting on the water or deer hunting in the snow.

Contact hunting@orpa.net for more information.