Event Details
- Event Status
- Registration Open
- Event ID
- 14
- Event Name
- Bowhunter Education Course
- Program
- Bowhunter Education Course
Registration Open 23 of 25 seats remaining
Location
Location:
120 Daley Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Schedule
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OTHER
- Date & Times:
- May 30, 2026 8:00AM - 4:00PM EDT
About this Event:
Completed HOMEWORK must be presented to the Instructor when Class begins. See links to the NYSDEC Web Site below for viewing Manual & Homework. https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/92267.html#Bowhunter View the 78 page Today's Bowhunter Manual download to answer (your printed) Homework questions - no need to print Manual as a hard copy will be supplied in class. If you require a hard copy of the Manual and Homework Sheet before Class, you may obtain them at your Regional NYSDEC Office or call 845-256-3122 to have a set mailed to you. Bring pen, pencil & your lunch to class. If you own a bow, you may bring it with 3 target-tipped arrows (no broadheads). Dress for the weather - part of the class will be outside. If you register we expect to see you there - don't be a "No-Show". Please be on time.
Details
Organized by:
Lester A Wojnar
Required Files:
Cancellation Policies:
If you can no longer attend this class, please cancel your registration as soon as possible.
Event Policies:
This course covers archery basics, crossbow safety, bowhunter responsibility, and ethical bowhunting practices. Upon completion of the course and scoring 80% or higher on the final exam, you will earn your Bowhunter Education Certificate. This certificate does not expire and is required to purchase a NYS Bowhunting Privilege.
Class length is approximately 6 hours with breaks. All students must bring the completed homework to this course. If homework is not completed, you will not be permitted to participate. You can download the manual and homework on this page. If you prefer to work from a hard copy of the manual, one can be mailed to you by emailing hunter@dec.ny.gov and include your name, mailing address, and type of in-person course.
All class equipment will be provided for you, unless course information states otherwise.
Students are encouraged to bring:
- Personal snacks and drinks.
- Please dress appropriately for the weather and outdoor conditions, including proper footwear.
- Pen/Pencil, sunscreen and bug spray (season dependent)
Parents or guardians who wish to attend for observation must register as well. Please notify the instructor that you will be auditing the class.
Minimum Age Policies:
Student must be at least 11 years old to attend the course, unless they will, within the next year, hunt in a state that allows hunting under the age of 12.
Maximum Age Policies:
There are no maximum age policies
Map:
About the Program
Overview:
Bowhunter Education is required to hunt ONLY deer and bear with a bow or crossbow. While not required, the course is recommended for anyone wishing to hunt any game with archery or crossbow.
This course covers safety techniques and responsible, ethical hunting practices when pursuing game with a bow or crossbow.
This course covers safety techniques and responsible, ethical hunting practices when pursuing game with a bow or crossbow.
NOTE : All courses require the completion of homework prior to attending. If you do not complete the homework, you cannot complete the course.
IMPORTANT: MINIMUM AGE FOR COURSE: 11 YEARS
(Minimum age to purchase a license is 12 years)
(Minimum age to purchase a license is 12 years)