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Please
note:
All individuals
born after 1 January 1972 must also show proof of basic hunter education
training--either from Washington or another state--before enrolling in
the AHE program.
If
required, enclose a copy of your hunter education certificate or the year
and state in which you completed your training. |
Bowhunter Education
Bowhunter education
is a partnership agreement among the Department of Fish and Wildlife,
Washington State Archery Association, the Traditional Bowhunters of Washington
and the Washington State Bowhunters.
Although bowunter
education training is not required in Washington State, many states do
require it for all bowhunters. Washington’s bowhunter education
program meets the requirements of all states.
The Department of
Fish and Wildlife offers two types of bowhunter education training opportunities,
including:
Traditional
Class. WDFW strongly recommends the traditional hunter
education class. One or more instructors typically offer detailed classroom
instruction and practical exercises to prepare successful students.
Distance Learning.
Students enrolled in this module can complete their course work and testing
online, and complete their skills evaluations as part of a traditional
class. This bowhunter education activity only recommended for mature
students. For questions about the distance learning program, check the
agency web site or contact wa_nbef@msn.com,
or (253) 862-9102
Please Note:
Bowhunter education classes do not meet the Washington
training requirement to purchase a hunting license for first-time hunters
born after January 1, 1972.
Training Requirement
While
a number of other states and provinces require bowhunter education in
order to purchase a hunting license, there is no such requirement in
the Evergreen State. Training
is required in the basic hunter education program even if individuals
only plan to bowhunt.
Bowhunter education
is a *voluntary course offering designed to help bowhunters enjoy
their chosen hunting activity. Classes are strongly recommended.
Finding Training
Classes
Click here to find available bowhunter
education training classes. Since the program is voluntary, bowhunter
education classes are much less available than basic hunter education
courses. Enroll early if you want/need training!
| 2008 Bowhunter Education Classes |
| Cowlitz County |
| Jan 25 (start) |
start) Location TBA, Annette Crews |
(360) 673-2350 |
| Jun 20 (start) |
(start) Location TBA, Annette Crews |
(360) 673-2350 |
| Jul 19 |
(start) * Distance Learning Field Day, Location TBA, Annette Crews |
(360) 673-2350 |
| Grant County |
| Mar TBA |
*Distance Learning Field Day, Quincy Gun Club, Chuck Ray |
(509) 754-4624, ext. 23 |
| May TBA |
*Distance Learning Field Day, Quincy Gun Club, Chuck Ray |
(509) 754-4624, ext. 23 |
| Jun TBA |
*Distance Learning Field Day, Quincy Gun Club, Chuck Ray |
(509) 754-4624, ext. 23 |
| King County
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| Apr 16 (start) |
Issaquah Sportsmen's Club, Alan Jones |
(425) 883-0405 |
| May 13 (start) |
Flint Tip Archery, Butch Loney |
(253) 862-9160 |
| Jul 22 (start) |
Flint Tip Archery, Butch Loney |
(253) 862-9160
bvloney@comcast.net |
| Oct 18 (start) |
Issaquah Sportsmen's Club, Alan Jones |
(425) 883-0405 |
| Kitsap County |
| Apr 26 (start) |
KBH Archery Club, Walt Waldon |
779-6147 |
| Jul 19 (start) |
KBH Archery Club, Walt Waldon |
779-6147 |
| Lewis County |
| Apr 17 (start) |
Toledo, Camp Singing Wind, Mike LaBarre |
(360) 291-2404 |
| Spokane County |
| Jun 27-28 |
Deer Park, Butch Barber |
(509) 953-5061 |
| Thurston County |
| Jun 28 (start) |
Lacey, Cabela's, Annette Crews |
(360) 673-2350 |
Course Content
Bowhunter education courses are based on the International Bowhunter
Education Foundation curriculum. Topics include equipment, anatomy,
tracking, safety, regulations and other subjects of particular value
to bowhunters. The course is designed to benefit both new and experienced
bowhunters.
Successful students
participate in both classroom and practical (e.g., shooting, blood-trailing)
activities.
All hunter education
classes are taught by instructors certified by the National Bowhunter
Education Foundation.
For More Information
Want information on bowhunter education? E-mail the Washington Bowhunter
Education Committee chairperson at wa_nbef@msn.com.
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