Recreation and Sports : Archery Articles from GetACoder.com

History of Archery

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 01:01:53 -0400

Ask people what comes to mind when they think of archery and many will answer Robin Hood. While archery did play a role in Robin Hood, it's history goes back several thousand years. I now invite you to take a trip back in time as you're going to find the history of archery quite interesting and dare I say educational.

The Basics For Archery Bows

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:50:42 -0400

Archery bows come in all shapes and sizes. For this reason, it pays to get your basics down. Find out what makes each archery bow unique and how they are best used.

Different Types of Crossbows

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:29:25 -0400

Crossbows are available at the market in many different styles, some of which are match crossbow, target crossbow, sporting crossbow and traditional replicated crossbows. Accessories consist of cases, silencers, quivers, scopes and crossbow bolts. Match crossbows are spanned with a lever and quite heavy. Such crossbows are used mainly in shooting competitions, for distances ranging between 10 and 30m. Target crossbows draw a weight of around 95lb and are mainly used at archery clubs. Almost all the hunting stores and gun shops have crossbows in their stock, making it easy for the interested people to possess one.

The Requirements For The Art Of Archery

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:03:56 -0400

Archery is a popular sport which continues to grow from strength to strength. Find out what the sport is about and entails.

Day One- Fatigue and Frustration

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 11:25:48 -0400

I hate getting up early. You know how in all those Olympic sports movies like Cutting Edge and Miracle it always seems like they enjoy getting early to train? Complete Bull!

Bow Safety - Things You Should Avoid at All Costs

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 09:54:05 -0400

Archery is a fun and addictive sport, that is enjoyed by countless people. What some people tend to forget however is that while archery is fun it can be deadly as well if you're not careful and keep safety in mind. Every year there are people injured from being careless or just not knowing about the "do not's" of shooting a bow. This article will provide you with the knowledge you need in order to keep yourself from getting injured or injuring somebody else.

Improving Your Shot Accuracy

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:27:03 -0400

Accuracy is a major part of archery, whether you're a beginner or an advanced shooter. Archers are always trying to improve their accuracy in order to get better penetration, and of course to get bragging rights. You see it with company ads all the time. They come out with these sights and rests that have been "designed with the archer in mind"; Guaranteed to make you more accurate.

A Modern Day Hobby From An Ancient Way of Living

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 04:53:22 -0400

Archery fishing was already a practice several thousand years earlier and was usually done by the ancient Egyptians by using long arrows and shooting it to the fishes. They do archery fishing as a means of acquiring food. Today, archery fishing is widely done as a sport by hunting enthusiasts, targeting not only fishes but even other aquatic creatures like alligators.

How To Hit The Mark With Archery

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 08:57:55 -0400

It's been coming up to Christmas and what with the nights getting colder and colder, its fair to say I've let myself go a bit. This has led me to start thinking about New Years resoultions, so I've been looking at what sports I could be doing to try and get myself back into shape. Anyway to cut a long story short, I did some research and have decided that archery could be the sport for me as it requires a lot of skill, gives you a bit of a work out and I like the idea of being a modern day Robin Hood.

Archery - From Here to There

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:01:44 -0500

The oldest known arrowheads were found in Africa and were dated to 25,000 years ago. Archery has been with us since then and is arguably a fundamental step taken in our evolution.

Tips To Improve Your Archery

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 17:58:27 -0500

Many outdoor activities involve some type of pain or discomfort. Perhaps a sunburn at the beach, mild frostbite when snow skiing or blisters while hiking. Naturally, these types of pain and discomfort are expected and usually the end result is worth all you had to endure.

Aftershock Archery Broadheads - Designed For the Kill

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 13:23:41 -0500

When it comes to archery broadheads, Aftershock Archery Broadheads are known to hold a certain distinction in the realm of Archery Broadheads. Aftershock Archery Broadheads are quite famous, as they are simply impressive archery broadheads which many bow hunters prefer over other brands.

Tips On Buying Your First Archery Bow

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:40:24 -0500

For the beginners out there, it is suggested that your first bow be at a weight about around twenty-five pounds. You will need to get your draw-length measured. It is done by using an arrow with markers. You simply draw back and the person measuring will jot down the results.

Keeping Things Safe When Out With Your Bow

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 08:47:33 -0500

It is good to remember that the purpose of archery for the first 10,000 years of its existence was to kill someone or something. This natural purpose makes it an inherently dangerous sport.

How To Stop Hitting Your Arm When Shooting In Archery

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 21:57:49 -0500

An annoying aspect for the novice archer is backlash from the string on the arm you hold the bow with. Unfortunately, upon release of the arrow, it does not simply take the form is originally had. Rather, it causes the string to vibrate. Then, the all too familiar routine of the string coming back to whack you in the arm happens, instigating a feeling of pain or discomfort. Also unfortunate, the pain given off by this annoying aspect of archery can be quite intense, and you want to make your experience as painless as possible.

Tips On Choosing The Best Archery Arrows For You

Sun, 30 Dec 2007 23:46:42 -0500

It is important to remember that when learning about the sport of archery, that your arrows are the most important things in your repertoire of archery equipment. You may find it hard to believe, but the bow is second most important to the arrows. The quality of the arrows you purchase correlate directly with your accuracy in shooting.

Tuning With a Bow Vise

Sun, 30 Dec 2007 20:11:35 -0500

The archery bow vise is considered an essential tool for any professional or home bow shop. Some say tuning a bow with a bow vise is like repairing a transmission on the kitchen floor.

The Benefits Of Archery - What's In It For Me?

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 12:14:08 -0500

One of the reasons archery is such a great sport is that just about anyone can participate in it; old, young, handicapped, even the blind with the use of some cutting-edge technology. Archery is also a very physical sport, just as much as it is mental. It commands that the archer get themselves in-shape as they practice more and more, much like any other sport one participates in. If you wish to becomes an advanced archer, know that you will have to develop a significant amount of upper-body strength, through training and conditioning.

Japanese Kyudo Archery - History And Philosophy

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 07:07:38 -0500

The world "Kyudo" derives from the Japanese meaning of "The way of the Bow". Archery is a sport that is considered one of the most natural of sports. Many many years ago in Japan archery was more of a way to wage war and hunt as well as competitive reasons. It was both a daily necessity and a hobby. Back in ancient times, the warrior who practiced archery practiced what was referred to as "Kyujutsu".

Matthews Archery - A Tradition of Innovation

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 01:46:35 -0500

Matthews Archery innovation is instilled in every inventive product they've created. From innovative creations like "Single Cam Technology, Inline Grip, Harmonic Damping, Perimeter-Weighed Cam, V-Lock Limb Cup System, Even-More Parallel Limb Design, and HP Cam, Mathews Archery has turned into the standard that all other archery bows are judged.

An Archery Glossary - The Terms You Need To Know As A Beginner

Sun, 02 Dec 2007 06:59:39 -0500

One important thing you will want to do when beginning the sport of archery is to remember to always wear an arm guard. It will protect your arm from the friction that is instigated upon release. One thing that will come in handy if you are in a competition or even just practicing, is a clicker. When you practice with it, it's important to judge the quality of every three to six arrow release for purposes of accuracy.

The 4 Archery Stances - The Foundation Of Great Bow Shooting

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 10:12:42 -0500

In archery, the four stances one can use each have their upsides and downsides. Having knowledge of each of these stances will let you figure out which one is most comfortable for you, as well as helping you to utilize each one under different circumstances.

Evolution Of The Bow - The Compound Bow

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 19:29:37 -0500

A huge turning point in the evolution of archery is the compound bow. It was created in the 1960's by Howless Allen, an engineer. He was inspired by the creation of another bow, the Hoyt Medalist Bow. It was of the first models to incorporate the vertical stabilizer. The wheel was something that Allen had decided to put on to it. With the basic idea of the block and tackle pulley, it would increase ten fold the boys effectiveness. He thought that because of the system he was using, that is would naturally make room for more weight to be drawn on it. After some experimentation, Allen noted that the best results regarding weight-resistance were achieved with round pulleys and cam-shaped wheels. The middle of the draw is where the weight reaches its breaking point. Any point after that, the shooters draw is reduced an incredible amount. This idea makes it so that even a small shooter can lift a good amount of weight.

What To Look For When Choosing A Longbow

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 08:54:43 -0500

When acquiring a longbow, you will want to know what your draw strength and weight are. You can find out this information if you are unaware, by seeking out an experienced archer to help determine them conclusively. Longbows are very large. Most tournament longbows weight around sixty pounds and models from medieval times weighed up to as much as seventy-five pounds. Unless you have an incredible amount of strength in your arm, or are extremely experienced, you'll want to begin with a longbow that weighs much less, for example one that weights anywhere from twenty to thirty pounds. They are also often custom made.

Common Errors In Archery Stance

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 22:59:02 -0400

When it comes to how you stand in archery, the best way to do is to position yourself side to the target, your feet being the width of your shoulder and pointing along that invisible shooting line. If you'd like, many shooters prefer to position their heels farther from the line than their target. Never have your knees or feet pointing directly towards the target. If you do any of the two it will dramatically effect your stance in a negative way.

From Longbow to Recurve - A Natural Evolution

Sun, 14 Oct 2007 11:04:46 -0400

Bows and arrows have a long and storied career that goes back possibly as far as 750,000 years. During that time, the bow has undergone an evolution, which we will explore in this text.

Choosing The Right Recurve Bow For You

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 09:45:44 -0400

Many archers prefer a more traditional recurve bow over the modern compound bow, and for a number of reasons. A common feeling among archers is that a recurve bow allows you to more easily connect with the essence of archery, rather than getting caught up in the technology. It also gives you more direct control over the shot, and is often more difficult without the guiding hand of hi-tech assistance.

3D Archery Self Assessment - Examine Yourself And Improve Your Skill

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 23:16:26 -0400

When competing in archery tournaments, there are a multitude of things to consider that will play into your shooting. There are many involved variables which include the motivation you use in your shooting, you're physiology, mind set, your training styles, etc. As archery has developed over the years, the factors that play into an archer's shooting have increased. The mental state of the shooter has become an increasingly important factor in this sport.

Why Bowhunting?

Wed, 03 Oct 2007 04:35:48 -0400

Bowhunting is much more than harvesting an animal. Bowhunting, more than any other outdoor experience, offers us the opportunity to become a part of the wild region that we temporarily inhabit.

Archery Bow Sale - Get to an Archery Bow Sale if You Can Find One

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 09:50:53 -0400

If you've been told that archery is not an expensive sport then someone sold you a bill of goods. The truth is that archery costs a lot more than most popular sports. And that is primarily why it does not garnish the same attention as other sports such as fishing, running, or badminton. The first thing you have to do is get your archery equipment together, at least one bow; there are several different styles and you need to know what you want.

Alpine Archery Bows Combine Technology And Beauty

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 01:02:40 -0400

Innovative brand names never fail to devise a clever way to pin their name to the latest "hot" sport. This is marketing wizardry at its finest. Just as the Adidas, New Balance, and Nike conquered their particular niches in the sports world, Alpine has done the same thing as it overwhelmed of the archery world. If you were to ask any professional archer what his brand of bow he prefers, what do you suppose the answer would be? If you guessed Alpine Archery you would be correct!

The Importance of Good Archery Equipment

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 03:47:57 -0400

When beginning the great sport of archery, it is important to have quality information on what type of equipment you want to purchase. Many beginners become lost in all the types and varieties of archery equipment to choose from, and soon give up. Archery equipment varies greatly in price, accuracy, and quality.

What is Archery Fishing?

Mon, 16 Jul 2007 15:21:17 -0400

Archery fishing or bow fishing is a sport where a fisherman employs archery equipment to catch fish. Archery can be traced back at least 5,000 years to the ancient Egyptians who practiced archery in hunting as well as in warfare. There is little evidence that ancient conventional archery was utilized for fishing purposes, almost certainly due to the efficiency of the fishing net. Although it is unclear exactly when archery fishing was developed it has become one of the fastest growing archery sports in the nation.

Wheelchair Archery Sports - Get Active, Get Fit, Challenge Yourself!

Sun, 06 May 2007 23:31:13 -0400

Archery is a sport that is open to athletes even with a physical disability. Even though this sport is very physically demanding, it is one sport that disabled athletes can compete on an equal basis with able-bodied people.

How Do I Aim A Bow And Hit The Target Every Time

Sat, 05 May 2007 06:40:04 -0400

When I picked up a bow to start archery for the first time I found that aiming was a very difficult thing to do. I had been used to rifle shooting and I was trying to aim my arrow by sighting down the shaft. It's not very practical to do that with a bow and arrow. My coach was an elderly relative who was a veteran target archer and he gave me a few tips when I asked him how do I aim my bow?

The Right Archery Equipment

Sat, 07 Apr 2007 03:44:57 -0400

The Longbow is the most basic among the three and suitable for beginners like you. The Longbow you see now is still relatively alike in appearance as to the original Longbows invented several millennia ago. Bow sight is not used for Longbows

Archery History

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 15:54:14 -0400

This is a brief introduction to the history of archery. The first archaeological findings are discussed, the importance of the bow in warfare is mentioned and modern archery as a sport is discussed.

Archery Bows - Straight and True

Fri, 09 Mar 2007 23:03:36 -0500

Have you ever shot a bow in your life? If you haven't, then you should give it a try. I have a lot of experience with this sport because I was introduced to archery when I was 14 years old and I'm still involved in it now that I'm 31. Well, you can't blame me for doing it for more then fifteen years because it's really fun.

Psycho Cybernetics in Archery Accuracy Achievement

Fri, 02 Mar 2007 18:28:10 -0500

Every great archer knows that archery is a sport of technique, skill and mental agility. The archer imagines the arrow hitting the bull's eye before he releases the powerful weapon. If you are new to archery may I suggest a relevant book to read first; "Psycho-Cybernetics" by Maxwell Maltz a renoun expert on the subject of the powers of the mind?

Modern And Traditional Archery

Tue, 12 Dec 2006 22:46:48 -0500

With a history characterized by hunting and combat techniques, archery is the practice of using a piece of equipment called a bow to shoot arrows at a target. Throughout the years, it has become a sport of precision, leading to numerous competitions, as well as a spot in the Olympics.

What to Look for in Archery Products

Sun, 03 Dec 2006 20:53:11 -0500

If you are a hunter or a target shooter, you are aware of the importance of acquiring the right archery products. I have been an archer for at least fifteen years, so I know what I am talking about. Before I had even tried different archery products, I was already making homemade bow and arrows for faux hunting. I really enjoyed that game.

The Sport of Archery in the Olympic Games

Thu, 26 Oct 2006 00:07:34 -0400

Archery is one of the lesser-known sports in the Olympic Games, but four competitions are held in the Olympics: Men's Individual, Women's Individual, Men's Team and Women's Team. It takes many years to attain Olympic status, but archery is a sport accessible to many people.

Traditional Archery And Target Panic: The Drive By

Mon, 02 Oct 2006 23:04:37 -0400

Freezing is one of the more insidious forms of target panic. The author developed a case of freezing while attempting to correct an early release problem and ended up with two forms of target panic.

The Archery Bow

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 04:57:44 -0400

The history of the archery bow is a long and storied one. Evidence suggests that it was used in ancient history in every part of the world with the exception of Australia.

Archery Arrow Rest

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 06:21:31 -0400

Information about fall-away arrow rests for your compound bow.

Traditional Archery And Target Panic: Shooting In Front of Others

Wed, 13 Sep 2006 11:39:40 -0400

For traditional archers who suffer from target panic, shooting in front of others is an often humiliating task. The risk of displaying symptoms like flinching, shaking, short draw, and an early release while shooting with peers keeps many from enjoying the camaraderie that comes with being in the woods with friends. A sure fire cure is the only answer.

Traditional Archery And Target Panic: Visualization

Mon, 11 Sep 2006 15:22:02 -0400

Visualization can be a powerful tool to change behavior and improve performance. But can it help cure target panic? Using himself as a Guinea Pig, the author searches for answers.

Traditional Archery And Target Panic: Shifting Your Focus

Mon, 11 Sep 2006 05:04:22 -0400

Many traditional archers suffer from target panic. Shifting your focus away from the target could prove beneficial in controlling target panic. The author, who is a former target panic sufferer himself, explored this theory.

The Basics of Archery

Tue, 05 Sep 2006 16:59:46 -0400

Archery - The skill of shooting an Arrow using a Bow was in the bygone ages a military weapon and also a hunting method before the invention of gunpowder. It is mainly confined now as a competitive sport used for target shooting.

Types of Archery: Field and Clout Archery

Thu, 31 Aug 2006 14:36:02 -0400

Field Archery is a competition where archers shoot their arrows at targets located at different and unmarked distances and are often situated in rough territory. Clout Archery is a competition that is similar to Target Archery. In this, however, the archers try to achieve high projectiles in order to drop arrows and hit the target which is situated in long ranges of 165 meters for men and 128 meters for women archers.

Traditional Archery And Target Panic: Back Muscle Release

Fri, 25 Aug 2006 04:17:33 -0400

Initiating the release with an activation of the back muscles is common practice among some compound and Olympic style archers and could be helpful to those traditional archers suffering from target panic. The author explores this topic and tries the method himself.

Traditional Archery And Target Panic: Calming The Mind

Mon, 21 Aug 2006 06:45:37 -0400

Target panic can be incredibly overpowering, but can meditation and deep breathing exercises be the key to curing this dreaded problem? The author explored this topic and has some answers.

Traditional Archery And Target Panic: Short Draw

Tue, 15 Aug 2006 16:48:59 -0400

Using a short draw is a commom compensation archers will try in an effort to control their target panic. Reaching full draw is avoided because it triggers symptoms they want to avoid like flinching, premature release, freezing, and poor accuracy.

Compound Bow and the Padded Arrow Sport

Thu, 03 Aug 2006 11:35:18 -0400

The smaller the force needed to hold the compound bow, the lesser the strain is on the archer's back muscles while drawing the string. This gives the muscles more time to rest and the archer more time and energy to concentrate on his aim. Although most war games use guns, some systems allow the use of real bows and arrows. These are however regulated by limiting the bow draw weight from twenty to forty-five pounds and by using blunt, coin-tipped arrows whose heads are wrapped and secured in an open-cell foam padding.

Traditional Archery And Target Panic: Simulated Shooting

Thu, 03 Aug 2006 07:32:19 -0400

The author tries his hand at curing his target panic with simulated shooting using surgical tubing, but will it be effective? We find out in this informative article.

Archery Competition: Introduction, Rules, & Scores

Sat, 29 Jul 2006 23:03:51 -0400

The International Archery Association, which is an English abbreviation of FITA (Federation Internationale de Tir a l'Arc), regulates and standardizes the rules, policies and techniques of the Archery events of the Olympic Games.

Archery Broadheads and Points

Sat, 29 Jul 2006 09:34:03 -0400

How to select and tune your arrow points or broadheads.

Outdoor Archery 3D Target Shooting

Fri, 28 Jul 2006 13:01:37 -0400

Find out why 3D target shooting is fun for you, your family and friends. Excellent practice for your up coming fall hunts.

Archery Throughout the Centuries

Thu, 27 Jul 2006 16:24:14 -0400

In this day and age, archery is no longer a weapon of war but a sport that is a true test of precision and accuracy. the use of bows in the army became obsolete with the development of firearms. Even when bows had a longer range and could reload faster than the first rifles, the penetrating power of a bullet and the minimal training needed reigned supreme.

Archery Women

Wed, 26 Jul 2006 09:57:12 -0400

What is the importance of the woman archer

Traditional Archery And Target Panic: Rotational Aiming

Sun, 23 Jul 2006 20:59:47 -0400

Target panic strikes traditional archers with regularity. The author, a former target panic sufferer himself, used a technique called rotational aiming during his quest for a cure. So how did it turn out? Find out in this informative article.

Traditional Archery And Target Panic: A Widespread Problem?

Fri, 21 Jul 2006 22:53:50 -0400

How widespread is the problem of target panic among archers? Some estimates have suggested that the numbers of people with target panic are very high.

Archery Deer Drives and How to Organize Them

Sat, 15 Jul 2006 09:24:59 -0400

How to organize large and small Archery Deer Drives.

Archery Arrows, Feathers or Vanes

Thu, 13 Jul 2006 03:12:22 -0400

How to choose your Archery Arrows, Feathers or Vanes.

How to build Arrows

Sat, 08 Jul 2006 18:44:01 -0400

How to build arrows the traditional way. This is an old fashion skill used by the Native American Indian.

Traditional Archery And Target Panic: Blank Bale Shooting

Sat, 08 Jul 2006 16:02:23 -0400

There are many possible cures for target panic and one of the more popular is shooting at a blank bale; but will it work? The author tried it himself and offers these insights.

Traditional Archery And Target Panic: Under Pressure

Sun, 02 Jul 2006 18:53:08 -0400

Shooting in an archery tournament is the ultimate test for a traditional archer with target panic. The added pressure tends to exacerbate target panic symptoms and success in this environment is verification that your troubles with target panic are behind you.

Archery Bow Making

Sat, 01 Jul 2006 18:15:52 -0400

If you plan on living in the wild, want to pick up an interesting hobby, or pretend you're Robin Hood without the merry men, you can always take up archery bow making. It takes some degree of skill to make a good bow, but archery bow making can be very rewarding as well. Imagine taking down a deer or other game using a bow you constructed yourself.

Archery: Roving Marks, Flight, Popinjay, & Ski

Sat, 01 Jul 2006 12:34:25 -0400

Roving Marks is perhaps the oldest form of archery competition and was practiced by Henry VIII. Flight archery is a competition wherein the winner is declared as the one with the farthest arrow because the score is determined by the sheer distance of the arrow from the shooting line. Popinjay is otherwise known as 'Papingo' and is a type of archery that originated from shooting birds that sat on church steeples. Ski Archery is a modern type of archery that is quite similar to a Biathlon but the players use recurve bows instead of guns.

Safety Tips for Archery

Sun, 25 Jun 2006 07:00:19 -0400

Archery like any sport has rules, most of the rules are best practice rules that are used to keep archers and spectators safe. In general it is good practice to observe these rules whether competing or just shooting for fun.

Recurve Target Archery

Sat, 24 Jun 2006 01:56:41 -0400

In Recurve Bow, the archer holds his bow with the hand opposite his dominant eye. This hand is called the bow hand and the arm is called the bow arm. His opposite hand, the one in line with his dominant eye, is called the drawing hand and is the one that draws the string of the bow. This hand is often called the bow holder or the string elbow.

A Glossary of Archery Terms A to Z

Mon, 12 Jun 2006 21:21:23 -0400

All the terms and meanings used by Archers.

Asian Archery

Mon, 12 Jun 2006 14:27:07 -0400

Centuries ago, the tribesmen of Central Asia were very skilled in shooting arrows on horseback. These archers would ride on running horses while they shoot down their target then they would twist around in their saddles and shoot again after they have passed.

Archery Warm-Ups For Improving Performance And Reducing Injuries: Part I

Thu, 01 Jun 2006 02:31:09 -0400

A proper warm-up before shooting is important in improving performance and preventing injuries. It takes only a few minutes before each practice session and ensures you are physically prepared to shoot your best.

Archery Caribou Hunts

Tue, 23 May 2006 20:40:15 -0400

Caribou hunts with archery or bow hunting equipment.

Archery Small Game Bunny Hunt

Mon, 15 May 2006 21:44:24 -0400

Rabbit hunting with bow and arrow. Test your skills and get good exercise while archery bunny hunting.

Target Panic and Traditional Archery Part: I

Sun, 14 May 2006 15:12:22 -0400

Target panic is a common problem among many--if not most--traditional archers that can be very difficult to cure. It's major symptoms include a premature release and freezing outside of the target picture.

Mongolian Archery of the Past

Sun, 14 May 2006 07:53:03 -0400

Archery has been imbedded in our history since the development of civilization. Bows and arrows preceded modern weaponry, and is still used in some parts of the world. Mongolian archery tends to be slightly different, and is still practiced in Mongolia, for recreation and sport.

Archery Arrows

Fri, 12 May 2006 16:35:08 -0400

Learn different types and styles of arrows for your bow.

Archery Competition

Tue, 09 May 2006 22:20:56 -0400

Learn all about archery and archery hunting.

Archery -Three Noted Histories

Thu, 04 May 2006 07:10:03 -0400

Archery was an important tool in combat and this article is about the three historical civilizations that used archery in battle.

Archery 3D Targets

Thu, 27 Apr 2006 23:03:09 -0400

Life size 3D archery targets.

Archery - It's Not Just For The Primitive Man

Sun, 23 Apr 2006 21:39:36 -0400

The bow and arrow fed many families and helped win many wars; but it's more fun using it for target practice.

The History of Archery

Sun, 23 Apr 2006 04:56:43 -0400

Archery remains a popular sport among avid sportsmen. Let's take a look at the history of Archery and how it has evolved over time and has become a favorite sport among hunters and archery enthusiasts.

Target Panic and Traditional Archery: Part II

Wed, 05 Apr 2006 13:00:53 -0400

Part II in this three part series about target panic and traditional archery covers how some are able to compensate for their target panic and still shoot successfully, and it highlights the major causes of target panic.

Archery & Bows: Axle-to-Axle, is Longer Really Better?

Sun, 02 Apr 2006 05:42:25 -0400

Is a longer axle to axlw bow better? Is this always the case? If it is, why is the trend in archery toward shorter bows?

Archery Equipment - Use of a Bow Stringer to String a Recurve Bow

Wed, 01 Feb 2006 06:54:45 -0500

If you enjoy archery with a recurve bow and have struggled for years stringing it the old fashioned way, please read this article to discover how to use a bow stringer. This simple piece of archery equipment can help you string your recurve bow with ease.

Having Fun Making Arrows and Practice Archery While Camping

Sun, 10 Jul 2005 20:22:14 -0400

Next time when you go out camping, try to play with archery. It is fun-filled activity and can give you great way for entertainment and sense of accomplishment.

Read further to find intructions on how to prepare the target, making arrows and archery techniques.