Upcoming Events
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.
If you do not see a class available in your area, please check back regularly as classes are posted frequently. For more instructor-led class options, visit our class menu at https://register-ed.com/programs/idaho.
When registering, please make sure to provide an email and emergency contact. We will use this to contact you should we need to cancel or change an event at the last minute. Please note that emails will come from register-ed.com.
July 2024
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Jul 29 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 15 of 25 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
- Monday, July 29, 2024 5:00pm - 7:00pm
- Plus, 6 additional days.
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Jul 29 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led, Live Fire Instruction
Full Event with Wait List 0 of 20 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Nampa Range Nampa, ID 83687
- Monday, July 29, 2024 6:00pm - 9:30pm
- Plus, 3 additional days.
August 2024
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Aug 12 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 26 of 30 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Cedar Hills Gun Club Blackfoot, ID 83221
- Monday, August 12, 2024 8:00am - 12:00pm
- Plus, 5 additional days.
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Aug 12 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Full Event with Wait List 0 of 20 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Greater Middleton Community Center Middleton, ID 83644
- Monday, August 12, 2024 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Plus, 5 additional days.
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Aug 21 Wed
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 10 of 15 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
IDFG Regional Office Nampa, ID 83687
- Wednesday, August 21, 2024 5:30pm - 8:30pm
- Plus, 3 additional days.
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Aug 26 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led, Live Fire Instruction
Registration Open 25 of 32 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Beaverhead Room Idaho Falls, ID 83401
- Monday, August 26, 2024 5:00pm - 8:30pm
- Plus, 4 additional days.
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Aug 26 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 8 of 30 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Leo Hadley Range Sandpoint, ID 83864
- Monday, August 26, 2024 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Plus, 5 additional days.
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Aug 26 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led, Active Learning Pre-Study
Registration Open 26 of 30 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
IDFG Regional Office Nampa, ID 83687
- Monday, August 26, 2024 6:00pm - 8:30pm
- Plus, 3 additional days.
September 2024
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Sep 23 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 28 of 30 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Leo Hadley Range Sandpoint, ID 83864
- Monday, September 23, 2024 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Plus, 5 additional days.
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Sep 23 Mon
Hunter & Bowhunter Certification: Instructor-led
Registration Open 20 of 20 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Cottonwood Gun Club Cottonwood, ID 83522
- Monday, September 23, 2024 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Plus, 5 additional days.