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Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Course Content
This course will provide instruction in the areas of: Firearm/bowhunting handling and safety; Hunting/bowhunting law and ethics; Responsibilities towards landowners; Hunting/bowhunting skills including methods, shot placement, recovery techniques, game care, survival skills, blood trailing, tree stand safety and first aid; Responsibilities towards landowners; Wildlife identification; and Management and conservation.
Hunter Education Certification Cards
Students certify in both hunter and bowhunter education. Hunter & Bowhunter Combination Certification cards will be awarded to students upon successful completion of the course, which includes attending all class sessions, passing the field exercises and a written test.
Who needs Hunter Education?
If you were born on or after January 1, 1975, you must complete a hunter education course to purchase a hunting license OR show proof of a previously held license in Idaho or another state.
Who needs Bowhunter Education?
To buy an archery permit, all bowhunters must possess a valid hunting license and show proof they have completed an approved bowhunter education course OR show evidence of having been licensed for an archer-only hunt in Idaho or another state, or complete an affidavit to that effect.Age Requirements
- Recommended for students ages 9 to adult.
- A parent must check in students under age 18.
Special Accommodations
Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by contacting the Idaho Department of Fish and Game hunter education coordinators at fish and game offices or the State Hunter Education Coordinators office at 208-287-2872. Please allow a minimum of 30 days advanced notice for the Department to arrange a course and requested accommodations. Individuals can connect with the Idaho Relay Service or TDD at 1-800-368-6185.
NOTICE: In an effort to protect public health and reduce the spread of COVID-19, we may not be offering hunter or bowhunter education instructor-led courses at this time.
If you require certification, please take our online-only course at hunter-ed.com and bowhunter-ed.com
April 2021
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Apr 15 Thu
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 7 of 11 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
IDFG Regional Office Pocatello, ID 83201
- Thursday, April 15, 2021 6:30pm - 9:30pm
- Plus, 4 additional days.
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Apr 17 Sat
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led, Active Learning Pre-Study
Registration Open 8 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Indianhead Bowhunters Clubhouse Weiser, ID 83672
- Saturday, April 17, 2021 8:00am - 8:00pm
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Apr 20 Tue
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 6 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Priest River Lamanna High School Priest River, ID 83856
- Tuesday, April 20, 2021 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Plus, 5 additional days.
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Apr 28 Wed
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 11 of 13 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Bear Lake Fire Station Montpelier, ID 83254
- Wednesday, April 28, 2021 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Plus, 4 additional days.
May 2021
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May 3 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 8 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Mountain View Christian Center Burley, ID 83318
- Monday, May 3, 2021 6:00pm - 8:30pm
- Plus, 5 additional days.
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May 3 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 10 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
IDFG Regional Office Nampa, ID 83687
- Monday, May 3, 2021 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Plus, 5 additional days.
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May 17 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 10 of 10 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Emida Community Center Emida, ID 83861
- Monday, May 17, 2021 5:30pm - 8:30pm
- Plus, 5 additional days.
June 2021
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Jun 7 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 15 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
IDFG Regional Office Nampa, ID 83687
- Monday, June 7, 2021 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Plus, 5 additional days.