Archery Classes on the Island

[Ozone]

OK it seems after reading all your guys and gals posts I have decided to take this sport up. Just did a deal with Stanway on a Browning Rage and dont no the first thing about sticks with strings. My main reason for this is hunting but one never knows were new things will lead.

Does anybody know of any archery courses on the Island, preferably north island . I thought I remember something about Nanimo but cant seem to find the posts. Any Archers in Campell River on here?

Thanks for any help as I will need lots.

PS Thanks BowWalker

[PGKris]

Welcome aboard! You will frustrate yourself to no end! Remember, once you master the physical, archery becomes 99% mental.

[J_T]

Ozone, there are lots of guys on here that hunt with bow on the Island. I know that Onesock and Awishanew have repeatedly put on IBEP courses on the Island.

If you want to hunt with a bow, the IBEP is a must.

JT

[Ozone]

Thanks JT, do you mean by "a must" ethicaly or legally and as I said I know nothing so whats a IBEP coarse?

[J_T]

Hi Ozone.

The International Bowhunter Education Program (IBEP) is a program designed and administered by the National Bowhunter Education Foundation (NBEF) to train bowhunters throughout North America and internationally. The ultimate goal of the IBEP is to provide bowhunters, both experienced and new, with the basic fundamentals of good, safe bowhunting while maintaining the highest ethical standards in the sport. The immediate objective is to instill in all bowhunters a responsible attitude and to adopt and follow acceptable behavior towards people, wildlife and the environment in which they hunt.
The fundamentals and principles of the IBEP course were established in 1967. In 1969 the National Field Archery Association (NFAA) adopted these ideas and by 1979 the NBEF was formed. The belief was then, and remains today, that The future of bowhunting depends upon effective and successful bowhunter education.
The class has approximately 10 hours of interactive classroom study and 3 hours of practical field training, The course is taught by instructors with a minimum of 3 years of hunting experience, however, the vast majority have 10 years or more. This class is currently required to bowhunt in 16 states and many foreign countries and the number is growing.
Typical Class Agenda:

• Why you want to be a bowhunter
• Ecological Constraints (Habitat requirements, carrying capacity, management tools, etc.)
• Sociological Considerations (conduct not approved by others, reasons for approval, etc.)
• Preparing for the Hunt (adequate equipment, scouting, planning, shooting form, practice, etc.)
• Hunting Effectively (sharpening broadheads, game anatomy, how an arrow works, etc.)
• The Hunt (hunting methods, game recovery, tracking, care of game, etc.)
• Hunting Safety (hazards, first aid, hypothermia, survival, map and compass, etc.)
• Field Experience (matching equipment, tree stands, judging distance, following trails, etc.)

For more information contact:
National Bowhunter Education FoundationE-Mail: nbef@binet.net

[J_T]

Sorry, in answer to your question. IBEP is not mandatory in BC.

It should be considered that those who hunt exclusively with a bow, should obtain IBEP certification over the current CORE and Firearms courses.

JT

[Ozone]

Thanks again JT. Thats the kind of course I'm looking for. I realize my timing isnt the best for looking for a archery course and I will probibly have to wait a while, so until then I will just stumble along triing not to hurt myself.

[Tuffcity]

Ozone,
CR has quite a few archers and a pretty good club with an indoor and out range. I don't know who's running the show these days but any of the sporting good stores should have a contact number.

Find out when their shoot nights are and I'm sure that there are enough people who'd be more than happy to send you down the right path.

RC

[Awishanew]

I guess this is as good a place as any to remind everyone that we are running an IBEP course in Nanaimo on Feb 10 11th 2007. We still have a few seats available. The cost is $40.00 for the two days and you keep the books and knowledge that go with the course. For details or to register call Dennis at 250 722 2613

[The Hermit]

I guess this is as good a place as any to remind everyone that we are running an IBEP course in Nanaimo on Feb 10 11th 2007. We still have a few seats available. The cost is $40.00 for the two days and you keep the books and knowledge that go with the course. For details or to register call Dennis at 250 722 2613

ARGHHHH!!!! I can't make this one. Anyone know when the next one in Victoria will be? I'm all over attending one of these courses!!