Official Wisconsin Bowhunter Safety Course Online
Take this Wisconsin–approved course to complete your online bowhunter safety education. Bowhunter-ed.com is a delegated provider for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
pay only when you pass, unlimited exam attempts
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Get bowhunter certified in 3 steps.
Study and pass the $30.00 course, and pay a $10.00 state fee.
Finish any other requirements.
Get ready to go bowhunting!
Do you need Wisconsin Bowhunter education?
Anyone born on or after January 1, 1973 is required to possess a hunter safety certificate or a bowhunting education certificate in order to bowhunt in Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Requirements
There is no minimum age requirement to take this online course.
You do not have to be a resident of Wisconsin to take this online course.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
101 S. Webster Street
PO Box 7921
Madison, WI 53707-7921
What to Expect From Bowhunter Ed
Live‐Action, High‐Definition Videos
Our course videos feature a combination of professional educators (who double as professional actors), entertaining storylines, and up‐to‐date scenarios that give you one of the most effective ways to learn safe bowhunting practices.
Watch this 67-second sample to see how we put you in the bowhunter’s camo.
Comprehensive Instruction in Wisconsin Bowhunter Safety Education
This official training program is developed to meet the standards for Bowhunter safety education established by Wisconsin. Bowhunter Ed is the only safety course provider that develops print materials on behalf of government agencies responsible for Bowhunter laws and regulations.
State-Approved Content
As a course provider approved by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the Wisconsin Bowhunter Ed Course covers everything you may need to know in order to be safe.
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Bowhunter Ed offers online courses that are fully mobile-friendly from start to finish. This safety course is designed to work on your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer.
Saved Progress
You may complete the course at your own pace. The course can be completed in one sitting or a little at a time over several days. Log in and out at any time, and we'll keep track of your progress. Most students finish the course in a few hours.
Wisconsin Approved
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
101 S. Webster Street
PO Box 7921
Madison, WI 53707-7921
Made in the U.S.A.
This safety course is proudly made to serve students, agencies, and organizations worldwide.
How Do I Get My State Bowhunter License?
Bowhunter education is currently required in many states. An approved Bowhunter safety course is required to comply with the laws and regulations in those jurisdictions. Depending on your age, you may be required to have the Bowhunter Education Certificate in order to legally buy a license or permit to hunt. For more information, see the Wisconsin Bowhunter Laws and Regulations page.
Did you lose your certificate? Replace it here.
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Price and Payment
How much does the Wisconsin Bowhunter Ed Course cost?
The Wisconsin Bowhunter Ed Course fee is $30.00. You will also pay a $10.00 Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources fee.
Taking the Course
Do you need Wisconsin Bowhunter education?
Anyone born on or after January 1, 1973 is required to possess a hunter safety certificate or a bowhunting education certificate in order to bowhunt in Wisconsin.
How long will it take to complete the course?
Typically it takes about 3 hours to go through the online course, excluding any quizzes and/or exams and restudying that you may choose to do.
What is the minimum age to take the Wisconsin Bowhunter Ed Course?
There is no minimum age requirement to take this online course.
Do I have to be a resident to take the Wisconsin Bowhunter Ed Course?
You do not have to be a resident of Wisconsin to take this online course.
Course Approval and Acceptance
Is the Wisconsin Bowhunter Ed Course approved by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources?
The Wisconsin Bowhunter Ed Course is approved and accepted by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
Is my Wisconsin Bowhunter Education Certificate accepted elsewhere?
All U.S. states, provinces, and other countries that have mandatory bowhunter education requirements will accept the Wisconsin Bowhunter Education Certificate. Likewise, Wisconsin will accept Bowhunter Education certifications that are issued by other jurisdictions that meet official IHEA-USA requirements. (This is known as “reciprocity.”)
Quizzes and/or Exams
I failed a unit quiz. Have I failed the course?
If you fail a unit quiz, you must restudy the unit and take the quiz again until you pass. You must score at least 70% on the unit quizzes to pass.
Do I have to take an online exam?
The Certification Exam is the exam you take at the end of the online course. You must score at least 85% on the exam to pass. You have unlimited attempts to pass the exam. If you don’t complete the exam in one session, don’t worry. When you log in later, you will be taken to the first unanswered question of the exam.
About Your Certification
What is the proof of online Wisconsin Bowhunter Ed Course completion?
Once you pass and pay for the online course, you will be able to immediately print out the Bowhunter Temporary Certificate. This is your proof of online course completion. You can print the Bowhunter Temporary Certificate right then, and/or request that a PDF be emailed to you. This certificate EXPIRES 730 days after course completion.
What is the permanent Wisconsin Bowhunter Education Certificate?
The Bowhunter Education Certificate is proof that you have successfully completed all the education requirements. The Bowhunter Education Certificate will be available to print from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources website after the first day of the next month.
Replacement of Lost or Damaged Documents
How do I replace my Bowhunter Education Certificate if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?
To replace a lost, destroyed, or damaged Bowhunter Education Certificate, go to https://gowild.wi.gov/.
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