Field Archery Club - Whitemark Bowmen

Have-a-go Days

You can come to Whitemark Bowmen and find out about the sport of Field Archery. The Have-a-go days are run on selected Saturdays throughout the year and are open to anyone over the age of seven. See the shoot calendar for the actual dates. The day starts at 10 o'clock with a safety briefing which you must attend. You may stay as long as you like, up til 2pm. See the programme below.

You will learn about the club and its shooting range and be shown how to shoot safely. We have special training bows for beginners of all ages and other, more powerful bows if you would like to progress. The equipment and instruction are provided free but to cover insurance and expenses like broken arrows, there is a small charge of Ł4 for adults and Ł2 for children. By law, children must be accompanied by an adult.

Clothing

You will be out in the woods for most of the time so dress appropriately for the weather but avoid loose or really bulky garments. It can be damp or muddy underfoot so wear trainers or walking boots.

Programme

Time	Activity	Content
10:00	What is Field Archery?	A basic description of the objectives and procedures
10:05	Introduction and safety	You will find out about Whitemark Bowmen and the field archery association structure, and be given essential safety information.
10:15	Archery equipment	Archery is not just bows and arrows, there are other important accessories that you will be shown.
10:20	Styles	There is an enormous variety of bows available but in field archery they are grouped into styles that will be described and shown to you.
10:25	Rounds	You will find out about rounds and how the targets and scoring differ.
10:30	Getting ready	You will find out about right/left eye dominance and be fitted out with a suitable bow and accessories
10:40	Group basic instruction	In groups you will be shown how to stand, hold a bow, load an arrow, draw back the string, aim and release the shot. The instructor will remind you of the safety procedures and show you how and when to recover arrows.
11:00	Individual instruction	You will receive individual attention to ensure that your technique is correct and safe, and have time to practice and improve.
11:30	Round the course	This is your chance to see the full course and shoot a selection of the targets. You will also learn about the procedures and course etiquette.
til 2pm	You choose	Archery can be quite tiring but you might like to stay and do some more or try a different bow. We could also explain more about the sport and the EFAA incentives and awards. You might like to discuss membership or even sign up.

For further information please email our secretary, Justyn Fowler: thesecretary@whitemarkbowmen.co.uk