The Official Today’s Bowhunter Safety Handbook
The Complete Bowhunter Study Guide and Worksheet
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Stay up to date with NY laws governing safe bowhunting with the official student manual and worksheet of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
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Bowhunter Basics
The manual is designed to meet the standards for bowhunter training established by the National Bowhunter Education Foundation (NBEF).
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Safe and Responsible
This official student manual will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to be a safe and responsible bowhunter.
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It’s the Law!
Today’s Bowhunter is approved by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the state agency responsible for the administration of New York's hunter education programs.
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We’re people, not robots.
Your Bowhunter Ed course comes with a dedicated customer service team made up of real people, not robots. We’re here to provide assistance to you through all channels—phone, email, and chat.
We’re available to help you:
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1-800-830-2268 (toll free)