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Overview

This course is a combination of the traditional hunter education and the traditional bow hunter education courses. Students will receive both hunter education certification and bow hunter education certification. The main purpose of the combination course is to provide a convenient option for students wanting both courses. Topics covered include understanding wildlife management, wildlife identification, ethics, laws and regulations, firearms safety and handling, bow hunting techniques, archery equipment, and tree stand safety. 

Additional Information

Description

In order to purchase a hunting license in Michigan, an individual born on or after January 1, 1960, is required to successfully complete an approved hunter education course. Michigan’s combination course is taught by a dedicated core of certified volunteer instructors and Michigan conservation officers. 

About the Class: 
  • In person, traditional classroom setting including hands on training 
  • Minimum of 16 hours over a minimum of two days 
  • Written test (80% or better to pass) and practice assessment (pass/fail) 
  • Maximum $10 fee 
  • No minimum age requirement; however, students under 10 years of age shall be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or other adult approved by parent or legal guardian. 
Managed & Approved by:

Michigan Department of Natural Resources


Search Results

Sep 2024

Combination Course (Hunter Education Traditional and Bow Hunter Education) - Traditional Course

Registration Open 21 of 30 seats remaining

Location:

Edwardsburg Conservation Club
26524 Pine Lake St
Edwardsburg, MI 49112
Date & Times:
Sep 14, 2024 8:00AM - 4:00PM EST
Sep 15, 2024 8:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Taught by:

Don Hughes

Combination Course (Hunter Education Traditional and Bow Hunter Education) - Traditional Course

Registration Open 37 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Shiawassee Dog & Gun Club
155 Vitrified Hwy
Corunna, MI 48817
Date & Times:
Sep 28, 2024 8:00AM - 4:00PM EST
Sep 29, 2024 8:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Taught by:

Robert ELSON Goodwin

Oct 2024

Combination Course (Hunter Education Traditional and Bow Hunter Education) - Traditional Course

Registration Open 35 of 40 seats remaining

Location:

Shiawassee Dog & Gun Club
155 Vitrified Hwy
Corunna, MI 48817
Date & Times:
Oct 19, 2024 8:00AM - 4:00PM EST
Oct 20, 2024 8:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Taught by:

Robert ELSON Goodwin