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Bowhunting Proficiency Day

A person stands in a green field and aims a bow and arrow at a target while an instructor looks on

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Location: Narragansett Bowhunter Club: 1531 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown, RI 02852

Archery Proficiency testing is required every two years when bowhunting on Prudence Island, Patience Island, Block Island or Beavertail; or in the Town of Lincoln.



Take your Archery Proficiency Test at Narragansett Bowhunters Club anytime between 1-4 pm.



Testing Requirements: Picture ID will be required for all adult participants. Equipment belonging to the hunter to include five arrows equipped with broadheads (minimum of two cutting edges, 7/8" or greater at the widest point). Broadheads must be covered or in a quiver. Test consists of five shots at 20 yards. Three of five arrows must strike the vital area of a life size deer silhouette.



No registration required.

Event Type: Fish & Wildlife Hunter Education