ARCHERY RANGEPractice • Train • Compete |
ARCHERY ONLYNo shooting or handling of any firearm is allowed on this range |
About the Archery RangeThe Golden Triangle Gun Club Archery Range provides a dedicated area for archery activities and proudly supports the Jefferson County 4-H Archery Program. The 4-H Archery Program uses the range under the direct supervision of program directors and 4-H Certified Coaches in accordance with the GTGC Board-approved 4-H Archery Range Safety Plan. General range rules are adopted from publications of the National Field Archery Association (NFAA). Every archer is responsible for knowing the safety rules, handling equipment appropriately, and shooting in a safe manner. The range is also available for use by GTGC members and their guests. Members must provide their own archery targets and follow all posted range rules. |
RANGE USEAvailable to GTGC members and their guests YOUTH PROGRAMProud host of the Jefferson County 4-H Archery Program TARGETSMembers must provide their own archery targets ALLOWED POINTSField arrow points only — no hunting tips |
Range LayoutFamiliarize yourself with the firing line, target locations, backstop and downrange areas before beginning your shooting session.
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Archery Range Safety RulesSafety is the responsibility of every person using the range. Please review and follow these rules at all times. 1
Inspect your bow, arrows and equipment before shooting.
Never use damaged equipment.
2
Always shoot toward an approved archery target with a
safe backstop.
3
Before shooting, make certain the range and area
downrange are clear.
4
When more than one archer is using the range, only move
forward of the shooting line or retrieve arrows during
a mutually agreed cease fire when the range is COLD.
5
When you are downrange, leave your bow hanging on the
firing line to signal to others that you are downrange.
6
Field arrow points only. No hunting tips are allowed.
7
Always keep your arrows pointed down or toward the target.
8
Never point a drawn bow at anyone, whether an arrow is
nocked or not.
9
No sky drawing.
10
Never shoot toward the sky.
11
Avoid shooting arrows at hard objects.
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SAFETY IS EVERYONE'S RESPONSIBILITYKnow the rules, handle your equipment responsibly, and always make certain the range is clear before shooting. |
Archery at GTGCFrom recreational shooting to youth programs, the GTGC Archery Range provides opportunities for archers to practice, develop their skills, and enjoy the sport. |
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