Bowhunter Safety Education
Oregon's Bowhunter Safety Education Online Program teaches bowhunters the fundamentals of safe, responsible archery hunting with an appreciation and respect for the environment in which they hunt.
A Bowhunter Safety Education certification is not required to hunt in Oregon. However, it is required in several surrounding states. Certification is accepted in all other states and Canadian Provinces.
While Bowhunter Safety Education is voluntary in Oregon, it is a great course that every hunter can benefit from. In fact, bowhunters who have completed the program are more successful at harvesting deer and elk than those who have not.
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to bowhunting
- Wildlife conservation
- Safe and responsible bowhunting
- Know your bow and arrow
- Preparing for the hunt
- Hunting from elevated stands and other bowhunting techniques
- Shot placement and recovery techniques
- Outdoor preparedness
The course is hands-on, and students will be required to shoot their own bows and arrows during class. Check the Bowhunter Safety Education Schedule
Bowhunting skills
Bowhunting Skills is a comprehensive weekend long course that teaches you everything from equipment, shooting fundamentals, regulations, and hunting techniques; all with a COMPOUND BOW. Course is designed for adults ages 18 and older.
Check the Learn to Hunt schedule for workshops and events
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Education programs are funded by the Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act (Pittman-Robertson) and the Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration Act (Wallop-Breaux).
Additional archery and bowhunting resources:
National Field Archery Association
Register for Upcoming Classes and Workshops
Learn how to hunt and fish in one of classes or workshops. These are hands-on, how-to events that cover tackle and equipments, techniques and more.