Education for Bowhunters

Posted on September 6, 2012

With archery hunting seasons open—or opening soon—in many states, now could be a great time for those with a passion for sticks and strings to increase their education. There are several sources for bowhunter education, and one of the quickest could be the online courses offered via http://www.bowhunter-ed.com. More than 20 states recognize these online courses and offer certification after the student completes the test.

In Ohio, for example, after you complete the detailed and easy-to-follow archery education course online, the student/hunter is invited to take a qualifying test and will then be invited to a field day event hosted by the state’s Department of Natural Resources. In Ohio the course also requires payment of a $30 fee once the online course is completed. It’s a simple process.

You will need to research your state’s requirements carefully. Some states, such as Montana, require anyone under the age of 17 to take the course in a classroom. Passing the course could offer advantages. In Texas, for example, archery education certification is required to hunt on certain public lands, such as the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge in Pottsboro. You may need to pass a bowhunter education course to hunt in some places. States that require bowhunter certification include: Alaska, Connecticut, Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, South Dakota, and Vermont. Again, research your state’s requirements.

The days are waning until it will be time to climb into a treestand or crawl into a ground blind with a bow in hand and begin the wait for a deer. Take the time now to practice and increase your education.

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