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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.

NOTE : All courses require the completion of homework prior to attending. If you do not complete the homework, you cannot complete the course.

Additional Information

Description

IMPORTANT: MINIMUM AGE FOR COURSE: 11 YEARS 
(Minimum age to purchase a license is 12 years)
Managed & Approved by:
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Division of Fish & Wildlife | Hunter Education

Hunter Education Program Courses and Certifications - NYSDEC


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Aug 2026

Bowhunter Education Course

Registration Open 22 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Elbridge Rod and Gun Club
6275 Laird Road
Jordan, NY 13080

Taught by:

Paulene M Eggers
Date & Times:
Aug 15, 2026 9:00AM - 3:00PM EDT

Bowhunter Education Course

Registration Open 27 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Saugerties Fish & Game Club
168 Fish Creek Road
Saugerties, NY 12477

Taught by:

Robert Karl Schlichting
Date & Times:
Aug 22, 2026 8:00AM - 5:00PM EDT

Bowhunter Education Course

Registration Open 32 of 35 seats remaining

Location:

Averill Park Fish And Game Club
117 Game Club Way
East Nassau, NY 12062

Taught by:

David D Primeau
Date & Times:
Aug 23, 2026 8:00AM - 4:00PM EDT

Bowhunter Education Course

Registration Closed 25 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Conservation Club of Brockport
291 Ladue Road
Brockport, NY 14420

Taught by:

Michael G Cyr
Date & Times:
Aug 29, 2026 8:30AM - 4:00PM EDT
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