Over the course of this blog's history, I've suggested all sorts of techniques that might be helpful when practicing with traditional bows like longbows and
Normally when you see the phrase "target panic" in the title of an archery article, you're expecting to hear about an affliction that prevents shooters from hitting the mark.
Whenever I meet another traditional bow hunter, one of the first things I notic
This is, in my part of Ontario, the last week of the bow season for deer. As usual, it has been a week characterized by lots of snow and frigid cold.
It's been my experience that, in some ways, the act of arrowing at a deer is actually anti-climatic. Sure it's exciting and it gets your heart pounding, but the truth of it is, if you prepared correctly, you probably were on autopilot at the moment of truth.
When you encourage a young person to try archery, you're doing much more than simply introducing them to a new hobby or sport. You alone have the potential to ensure a thriving future for archery and bowhunting. You can assure the enjoyment and support of hunting for future generations. You'll be instilling values and ethics and a sincere appreciation for the environment and the wildlife that inhabits it, as well as a wealth of information about hunting safety, laws and outdoor knowledge.
With the bow season for deer just about 7 weeks away, I'm kicking my archery practic
If you're not very familiar with the history of archery, then you might be surprised to find that 14 of the 72 inductees into the Archery Hall of Fame and Museum are women. The Museum, located at Bass Pro Shops in Springfield, Mo., has several displays dedicated to these women — many of whom helped popularize target archery in the '40s, '50s and '60s.
Two days ago, I was shooting in my backyard range when I realized that my