Your Guide to Bowhunter Education
To successfully complete Bowhunter Education you must complete a Virtual Course or a Classroom Course that includes a Field Day. Bowhunter Education is not required to archery hunt in Arizona.
virtual bowhunter education course
The Arizona Bowhunter Education virtual course is a self-paced online course that includes all course standards needed for certification.
classroom bowhunter education course
Coming in 2025!
The Arizona Bowhunter Education classroom course consists of classroom instruction followed by a hands-on field day.
Explore bowhunting program
The Explore Bowhunting Program was developed by the Archery Trade Association to get kids and adults engaged in outdoor activities. The program contains 22 activities to teach basic bowhunting skills, photography and wildlife watching. The program can be used in school or after school, Parks and Recreation Departments, outdoor education centers and other community outreach programs.
Apply to hold an Explore Bowhunting Program
Become a certified instructor in the Explore Bowhunting Program
tree stand safety
Tree stand accidents are the number one cause of serious hunting related injuries. Most injured hunters were not wearing a safety harness.
Learn more about tree stand safety: Safe Tree Stand Hunting Strategies, Tree Stand Manufacturer’s Association
Want to Go Hunting in Arizona?
Find ways to experience big game and small game hunting or find a mentored hunt camp.
buy your hunting license
Arizona residents and non-residents 10 years and older need a valid hunting license to hunt in Arizona.
find a mentored hunt camp
The award-winning Outdoor Skills Network is your source for public, hands-on, “learn how to hunt” events.