2012/2013 Colorado Bowhunter Education
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Becoming a Bowhunter
Becoming a Bowhunter is a program created by the Colorado Bowhunters Association in response to the Colorado Parks & Wildlife 2012 initiative “Partners in the Outdoors.”
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Beginner Bowhunter
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Objective of the Beginner Bowhunter Classes:
Getting started in any sport is tough. This class gives you the information you need to start bowhunting in Colorado, from equipment to where to bowhunt to how to hunt in Colorado.
The following topics are covered:
- Equipment
- Shot Placement
- Planning a Hunt- maps, statistics, etc.
- Methods of Bowhunting- Stalking, Blinds, Tree Stand Safety, etc.
- Camo Choice and Scents
- Laws and Regulations
- Survival
- Basic First Aid
- A range session
Class Dates at Bass Pro Shop:
- Friday, December 21, 6 pm – 10 pm
- Sunday, March 24, 2013, 1 pm – 5 pm
- Sunday, June 16, 2013, 1 pm – 5 pm
- Thursday, August 22, 2013, 6 pm – 10 pm
- Sunday, December 22, 2013, 1 pm – 5 pm
Class Fee: $35 (includes Colorado Bowhunters Association Annual Membership)
Registration Required: CONTACT: CAROL ASHURST (720) 231-5826, Colorado Bowhunters Association.
Master Bowhunter Education Instructor - Colorado Parks & Wildlife - Roy Poole
Bowhunter Education Instructor – Rose Ashurst (720) 936-5778
Beginner Archery
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Objective of the Beginner Archery Classes:
Getting started in any sport is tough. This class gives you the information you need to start shooting the bow and arrow.
The following topics are covered:
- Equipment
- Aiming and Proficiency
- Where to Shoot
- Safety
- Equipment Maintenance, Repair and Tools
- A range session
Class Dates at Bass Pro Shop:
- Sunday, November 18, 1pm – 5pm
- Sunday, January 13, 2013, 1 pm – 5 pm
- Sunday, April 21, 2013, 1 pm – 5 pm
- Monday, August 5, 2013, 6 pm – 10 pm
- Sunday, October 13, 2013, 1 pm – 5 pm
Class Fee: $35 (includes Colorado Bowhunters Association Annual Membership)
Registration Required: CONTACT: CAROL ASHURST (720) 231-5826, Colorado Bowhunters Association.
Master Bowhunter Education Instructor - Colorado Parks & Wildlife - Roy Poole
Bowhunter Education Instructor – Rose Ashurst (720) 936-5778
Bowhunter Education
Objective of the Bowhunter Education Classes:
To instill in bowhunters a responsible attitude and to assist them to adopt and follow an acceptable behavior toward people, wildlife and the environment in which they hunt.
The following topics are covered:
- Your Responsibilities as a bowhunter
- Equipment
- Shot Placement
- Planning a Hunt- maps, statistics, etc.
- Laws and Regulations
- Tree Stand Safety
- Survival
- Basic First Aid
- A range session that covers following up the shot, tracking, and shoot no shoot situations – the candidate is also required to shoot three broadheads and three fieldpoints
Colorado State-Wide
2013 Bowhunter Education Schedule
Date |
Description |
Location |
Fee |
| February 23 | Internet-Based BHE 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
Denver CPW HQ |
$30 On-line & $7 Classroom |
| March 10 | Accelerated BHE 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Fruita Horse Thief Canyon |
$10 |
| March 26, 27 & 29 | Regular BHE March 26 & 27, 6:00 – 9:00 PM March 29, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
Littleton SHFC |
$10 |
| April 5 & 6 | Accelerated BHE April 5, 6:00 – 9:00PM April 6, 8:00AM – 12:00 PM |
Meeker Rec. Center |
$10 |
| June 2 | Accelerated BHE 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Denver Bass Pro |
$10 |
| June 29 | Accelerated BHE 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Littleton SHFC |
$10 |
| July 28 | Accelerated BHE 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Denver Bass Pro |
$10 |
| Nov 17 | Accelerated BHE 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Denver Bass Pro |
$10 |
NOTES:
Registration:
Go to the Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW) Web site and register on-line.
Internet-Based BHE:
Students must complete the on-line course, attend the class session and pass a written test. The on-line course must be completed prior to the class session. (Cost: On-Line = $ 30, Class = $7)
Accelerated BHE:
To take the Accelerated BHE Course students must have a “Regular Hunter Education Card” that was taken in Colorado and issued by the Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW).
