With over 300 step-by-step pictures, the Backyard Bowyer is geared for the beginning bowyer, backyard hobbyist, and anyone who has ever pondered building a wooden bow. Easy to read and follow steps go down to even the smallest detail in the design and construction of basic archery bows. Learn to craft fine wooden bows without huge investment in equipment and materials, and without being bound by location and limited workspace. Learn to construct: A classic target flat bow, an English Longbow suitable for hunting, and even your own strings and arrows for traditional and primitive archery.

Since the beginning of archery as a sport in America, archers have looked to easily obtained, quality wooden dowels as a source for arrow shafts. Times have changed, and while the quality of dowels has gone down, their use by beginning and do-it-yourself archers has never been higher. The Dowel Arrow Handbook is for those who wish to make their own arrows for target archery and hunting, while showing how to build arrows that are not only accurate, but safe to use.

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The beginner, as well as the experienced archer, will find this volume an indispensable aid in developing the ability to hit a designated target, and the archer who desires to hunt will find many valuable tips on the habits of game and methods of hunting with the bow. Technological advances in bow design and improved materials used in its construction, its capabilities, the use for which it is intended, and wide variations in price make it necessary for the novice to use care in the selection of the initial equipment.The novice who reads this book will be guided in acquiring equipment suited to his purpose, and by study of shooting techniques contained herein he will, by strict self-discipline and intelligent practice, acquire good shooting form. Whether on the target range, the field course, or in the hunting field, the ability to shoot well enhances the sport of archery and increases the recreational possibilities for every member of the family.

An introduction to archery written for young archers but good information for their parents to have as well. How to shoot, safety rules, choosing the right equipment, working with a coach, competition, and more. Steve Ruis is the author of A Parent's Guide to Archery, Coaching Archery, Precision Archery and is the editor of Archery Focus Magazine.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

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At last, an archery book about teaching archery to kids. Whether you're a new camp counselor that's never held a bow, a parent wanting to teach your child about a new and exciting activity, or a learning archer looking for a concise reference about the sport, this book is for you. It's filled with clear illustrations, fun examples, and step-by-step directions: part "how-to" guide, part desk reference.

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Toxophilus -The School Of Shooting (History of Archery Series) Roger Ascham This work comprises of two books combined together: The First Book of the School of Shooting and The Second Book of the School of Shooting. They are written in the form of a dialogue between Toxophilus 'A lover of the bow' and Philogus 'A lover of learning'. In the discussion Toxophilus justifies his love of archery as a pastime, puts forward his reasons for retaining the bow as a weapon of war instead of the newly favoured hand gun, and he gives practical instructions on the technique of shooting in the bow. Contents Include Chronicle of the life, Works, and Times of Roger Ascham Apologia The Royal Arms Dedication to the King Henry VIII To All Gentlemen and Yeoman of England The First Book Of The School Of Shooting The Second Book Of The School Of Shooting The Table Of Contents Of The First Book Of The School Of Shooting The Table Of The Second Book Of The School Of Shooting Glossary of Old Words Imprints of the first two editions of Toxophilus Originally published in 1544. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Obscure Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Inside this book, you'll learn about: Buying the right darts equipment Understanding the Freeze Rule Becoming more confident at the line The best places to practice your game How clothes can improve or hurt your game Practicing without lifting a dart The keys to building a great darts team Creating your own talent surge Understanding and getting into "The Zone" And MUCH MORE! Learn how to take your darts game to the next level and become aserious threat in every match! A Quiver of 3 is not merely a great"how to" guide for the new player. This book peels back the game'svery fabric for a look inside the world of soft-tip darts as no writerhas ever done before!Through his many years of experience, Timothy Bucci has effectivelypooled his talents into this informative and unparalleled effort onthe subject of competitive, soft-tip darts. From the first pages, you'll learn the strategies and tips that are the very foundation of this great, growing, international game!

A number of shafts having been similarly prepared, the Indian was ready to feather them. A feather he called pu nee. In fledging arrows Ishi used eagle, buzzard, hawk or flicker feathers. Owl feathers Indians seem to avoid, thinking they bring bad luck. By preference he took them from the wings, but did not hesitate to use tail feathers if reduced to it. With us he used turkey pinions.