[Archers] Target making question
Craig
morgul at sc.rr.com
Sun Sep 5 21:04:29 PDT 2010
So I'm coming up on my first event where I am the archery marshal and
have to design my shoot. I've got some good ideas for shoots, but I
need advice on making the targets.
What I'm thinking of doing is making a framework out of 2x4 that can be
assembled on-site and disassembled afterwards, for transport and
storage. It's basically a framework similar to the door jamb of a
doorway, except wider - about 5-6' in width. I want to use it for not
only hanging a flat target inside the opening, but also a spinning
target (think burlap sack with 2 target faces).
Regarding my targets - I'm thinking of a couple of targets that are
basically foamboard with paper targets attached on one side. Foamboard,
insulation, that kind of thing. What would be reccomended for that
(thickness, etc)? Should I have something behind it to help stop arrows
from going too far through it?
As for the hanging target, I'm thinking burlap sack (assuming I can find
one) or a box (of which I have plenty). Reccomendations for what should
be used as filler in those to help slow arrows down and preventing
blowthrough?
Thanks!
-Cian
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