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Rhode Island Hunter Education Program
2008 ARCHERY PROFICIENCY TESTING DATES & DESCRIPTION
NO PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
August 10, 2008

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Narragansett Bowhunters
1531 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown
August 17, 2008

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Tiverton Rod & Gun Club
Fish Road, Tiverton
September 7, 2008

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Narragansett Bowhunters
1531 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown
September 13, 2008

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Canario's
Daniels Avenue, Prudence Island
September 14, 2008

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Cumberland Beagle Club
420 Nate Whipple Highway, Cumberland
September 27, 2008

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Smithfield Sportsmen's Club
14 Walter Carey Road, Smithfield

Archery Proficiency testing is required every two years when bowhunting on Prudence Island, Patience Island, Block Island, 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. 5/8/08