Archery

This program will teach the fundamentals of archery including equipment, safety, stance, and shooting techniques. This event will take place on the static archery range. All equipment will be provided.

This is a free Open House event at the Busch Shooting Range. There will be activities to try including shooting .22 rifles, shotguns, archery, atlatl, and disc golf and BB guns for smaller youngsters. There will also be educational exhibits, members from diffiernt organizations including NWTF, Smallmouth Bass Alliance, and Trout Unlimited. Agents will be present.

Come anytime between 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. All equipment willb be provided.

We will discuss the correct shot placement on North American game animals along with the correct safety protocol, used when shooting on a 3D archery range. We will shoot a variety of game animal targets. This program is not for the beginning archery shooter as it is an intermediate level program, so unless you are beyond the basics in archery this program is not for you.

Archery is a fun, lifetime sport that all can enjoy! Learn the basics of archery and how to shoot safely, then practice your newly learned skills under the supervision of MDC staff. Wear closed-toed shoes, bring a water bottle, and dress for the weather during this outdoor program. All equipment is provided. Participants should be prepared to stand or bring a camp chair as there is no seating at the archery range.

Archery is a fun, lifetime sport that all can enjoy. Learn the basics of archery and how to shoot safely, then practice your newly learned skills under the supervision of staff. Dress for the weather in closed-toe shoes. Meet at the Education pond at Burr Oak Woods Nature Center. All equipment is provided. Registration required. Ages 18+

Challenge yourself and try out two outdoor skills, archery and tomahawks, at this adventurous event at Runge. Drop by anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. All equipment is provided.

Registration required (adults) Summer camp is all about challenging yourself, grab a friend or family member and come try archery. We will teach you the basics and then have fun honing our skills. For the competitive souls, there will also be an opportunity to compete with other campers for bragging rights. If accommodations are needed, please e-mail the instructor after registering and at least one week prior to the program.

Parents, grandparents, and adult mentors bring your youngster(s) to learn a new skill and spend time practicing. You don’t have to be a hunter to become a skilled archer. No experience is necessary, and archery equipment will be provided. We will teach and practice the basics, helping you perfect your stance to shoot more consistently and accurately.

Parents, grandparents, and adult mentors bring your youngster(s) to learn a new skill and spend time practicing. You don’t have to be a hunter to become a skilled archer. No experience is necessary and archery equipment will be provided We will teach and practice the basics and help you perfect your stance to shoot more consistently and accurately.

This is a make up for the cancelled bowfishing class and will take place at George Winter Park. NEW PARTICIPANTS ARE WELCOME! In this class we will cover all the basics of Bowfishing so you can have a proper understanding of the sport and techniques involved. You will even get to head out on boats to try for yourselves!

We will give a quick demonstration of what we are looking for species-wise, a shooting tutorial-refresh, safety briefing, and then we will be heading out on the water!

All gear will be provided!

Please bring closed toed shoes, bug spray, sunscreen, water, and any snacks you may need while out on the water. Glasses will be a necessity as well. Polarized are the very best option, but regular glasses or sunglasses will be fine.

Life jackets will be required to be worn within 50 feet of the bank of the river AT ALL TIMES! Life jackets will be provided but you may bring your own if you would like.

We will be disembarking around 5:30 pm from the George Winter boat ramp and will be return promptly at 8pm to process fish. We will wrap up at 9pm.