Bowhunting is a challenginig sport! This type of hunting is done at a much closer range and requires a high degree of stealth, perserverance, patience and effort. Bowhunters must become adept at scouting, tracking and recovering game. Bowhunters must master new archery techniques and learn the anatomy and behavior of the game. Before attempting to use archery equipment as a hunting tool, each bowhunter should become a proficient archer. This requires dedication, practice and good distance-judging ability.

Texas bowhunters have the opportunity for additional training through a special course offered by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department through the International Bowhunting Education Program and the National Bowhunting Education Foundation. Please remember that bowhunter education certification does not substitute for Texas Hunter Education Certification.

IBEP Traditional Course

• Schedule of classes 

Nationally-approved Online Course - The official NBEF bowhunter classroom course - online

• Free registration - pay only when you pass!
• Narrated bow hunter course, so you can listen, read, or both
• Exam questions are read aloud too
• Hundreds of realistric illustrations - you'll feel like you're outdoors
• Treestand safety videos will minimize your risk of injury
• NBEF

Bowhunter Home Study Field Course

• Schedule of Field Courses

Bowhunter Education Requirements and License Types for Bowhunting By State