Raccoon SRA to Host Archery Program

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Raccoon SRA to Host Archery Program Sept 5, 2013 18:50:39 GMT -5

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Post by Greenedog on Sept 5, 2013 18:50:39 GMT -5

From the Indiana DNR:

Visitors to Raccoon State Recreation Area can shoot a bow for the first time or sharpen their skills on a 3D archery trail at the second annual “Discover Archery” program on Saturday, Sept. 21.

The event will take place at the archery trail, which features multiple shooting stations.

Beginning archery programs are at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Archery Day is open to everyone. No broadheads are allowed.

Raccoon State Recreation Area (stateparks.IN.gov/2959.htm) is at 1588 S. Raccoon Parkway, Rockville, IN 47872.
Contact Information:
Name: Michelle Swick
Phone: (765) 344-1412
Email: dnrnews@dnr.in.gov

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Raccoon SRA to Host Archery Program Sept 12, 2013 16:04:13 GMT -5

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Post by anthonydykes on Sept 12, 2013 16:04:13 GMT -5

I went up last weekend with a friend and shot the course. NOT BAD! It cost $5.00 to get in the park if you don't have the season pass. Just before you get to the guard shack, the trail starts on your right, and continues into the woods.

AS SOON as we set foot on the trail, there stood 3 deer and a cottontail.

Its not near as big as Nancy's or Boars Nest, but there is somewhere around 8-10 3d targets set up through the woods at different yardages. Even a few elevated shots. They also have a "SIGHT IN" area set up, with yardages from 10-50 yds. All said, its a GREAT course to get warmed up for the FAST approaching deer season.

I have a few pics I will post when the wife gets home. (My phone wont upload them.)

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Greenedog Administrator Posts: 8,019	Raccoon SRA to Host Archery Program Sept 12, 2013 18:10:28 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Greenedog on Sept 12, 2013 18:10:28 GMT -5 That sounds pretty cool! Wish it wasn't over an hour away or I'd go give it a try. Haven't had my bow out since last winter, but I'm planning on doing a little shootin' next week.
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Raccoon SRA to Host Archery Program Sept 12, 2013 19:31:44 GMT -5

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Post by anthonydykes on Sept 12, 2013 19:31:44 GMT -5

There is one range I think is a little closer for you. Boar's Nest Archery. I believe they have like 40 targets, set up in a 3D style shoot. They can range anywhere from 10-50 yards. Its REALLY great practice for anyone wanting to improve their ranging ability, instead of having to rely on a range finder all the time.

Check em out. Who knows, you may find a new hobby in 3D shoots.

www.boarsnest3darchery.com/index.html

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anthonydykes Major Contributor If Obama is the answer, How STUPID was the Question? Posts: 1,433	Raccoon SRA to Host Archery Program Sept 12, 2013 19:38:28 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by anthonydykes on Sept 12, 2013 19:38:28 GMT -5 Also Nancy's Broken Arrow in Quincy IN. www.nancysbrokenarrow.com/
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