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Rhode Island Hunter Education Program
2012 ARCHERY PROFICIENCY TESTING DATES & DESCRIPTION
NO PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Sundays:
April 8 - September 23
1 to 4 PM
Weather Permitting
 Great Swamp Range
277 Great Neck Road, West Kingston
September 9
9 AM to 2 PM
 Tiverton Rod & Gun Club
1529 Fish Road, Tiverton
Archery Proficiency testing is required every two years when bowhunting on Prudence Island, Patience Island, Block Island, Beavertail or Francis Carter Preserve.

Testing Requirements: Picture ID will be required for all adult participants. Equipment belonging to the hunter to include 5 arrows equipped with broadheads (minimum of 2 cutting edges, 7/8" or greater at the widest point). Broadheads must be covered or in a quiver. Test consists of 5 shots at 20 yards. Three of five arrows must strike the vital area of a life size deer silhouette.

Only ONE attempt is allowed per day
For General Information 222-6800 • After Hours Emergencies 222-3070 • Disclaimer
rev. 4/18/12