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1992 NFAA Tournament Calendar (*NFAA Pro Division Santicmed Tournaments)

MARCH 1992 Hndoor Sectionals Southern

March 7

Lake Charles Archery' Club • Sulphur, LA

Mid-Atlantic

March 6, 7, 8

Prince William Archers • Brentsville, VA Mayberry Archers • Westminster, MD Wo-Pe-Na Archers • Clifton, NJ Owego Archery' • Owego, NY

Great Lakes

March 14 &. 15

Kenosha Bowmen • Kenosha, Wl

Southeastern

March 14 &. 15

Gatlinburg, TN

March 28 & 29

Kansas City, MO

April 3-4-5

Lunenburg Sportsmen Club • Lunenburg, MA

April 11 & 12

Five Valleys Archery Club • Missoula, MT Bend Bowmen, Inc. • Bend, OR Alaska Archery • Anchorage, AK

1992 Indoor National Tournament APRIL 1992 New England

Northwestern

Pronghorn Archery' • Gillette, WY April 24-26

Atlantic City, NJ

JUNE 1992 * Outdoor Sectionals Great Lakes

June 13 & 14

Kenosha Bowmen • Kenosha, Wl

Southern

June 13 &. 14

Irving BH Assoc. • Dallas, TX

Southeastern

June 13 & 14

Percy Quinn • McComb. MS

Midwest

June 20 &. 21

Bonner Springs, KS

Southwestern

June 20 & 21

Rocky Mtn. Bowmen • Leadville, CO

Northwestern

June 20 & 21

Sylvan Archers • Sherwood, OR

New England

June 20 &. 21

Lunenburg Sportsmen Club • Lunenburg, MA

Mid-Atlantic

June 20 &. 21

Sugar Hill • Watkins Glen, NY

JULY 1992 * AFC Big Sky Open * 1992 Outdoor National Tournament

July 3, 4, 5 July 27-31

Grand Junction, CO

AUGUST * 10,000 Lakes Open

August 8 & 9

Coon Rapids, MN Ontario, Canada

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March/April 1992

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Features: President’s Comer Headquarters Report International Field Archery Association. Answers: by Freddie Troncoso Bowhunting Plus Bowhunting News Bowhunting Feature of the Month Bowhunter Showcase Bowhunters In Action Sectional Report

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1992 Tournament Calendar...................... 47th Annual NFAA Outdoor Nationals

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Board of Directors Councilmen IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT John Slack-(SIS) 444-9316 11658 Mulhall El Monte, CA 91732 NEW ENGLAND George Ossola - (203) 272-5454 573 Cornwall Ave. Cheshire, CT 06410 SOUTHEASTERN' Kenneth Rogers - (919) 353-7181 283 Carlson Drive Midway Park, NC 28544 MIDWESTERN' Ray Jones - (515) 462-4031 704 West South Winterset, 1A 50273 GREAT LAKES Walter Rueger - (414) 748-2262 122 Stanton Ripon, WI 54971 SOUTHERN James W. Revis - (405) 282-0417 103 Eastwood Dr. Guthrie, OK 73044 NORTHWESTERN Phyllis Stalcup - (503) 258-7595 1365 Franklin Street Lebanon, OR 97355 SOUTHWESTERN Frank D. Ellis - (916) 827-2577 P.O. Box 12910 Reno, NV 89510

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President's Corner by Dean Hupp — President, NFAA

-y y yith the Indoor shooting sea* A / son we" un^er waY won,: A/A/ be long before we start look▼ V ing forward to the smells, sounds and fresh air of the Field Courses. 1992 appears to be a great year for new Members, new Clubs and new NFAA Shops. This was evident as Archer after Archer stopped at die NFAA booth at the Bowhunting Trade Show in Louis ville, KY to ask what was required to become a NFAA Shop and be eligible for the NFAA Insurance. New NFAA members were signed up at the show and several hundred packets promoting the NFAA and its programs were dis tributed to prospective members. After 3 days at the Bowhunter Trade Show and talking to hundreds of people, the thing that became crystal clear was the NFAA after 50+ years of experience is not readily recognized by the masses that own archeq' shops and the hundreds of thousands who hunt with the bow. If these potential members were aware of “Who the NFAA is,” “What the NFAA does” and how it administers the many archeq programs for its mem bership, 1 am positive we the NFAA would benefit greatly. So dedicated to this task, a special effort will be asked of all NFAA State Associations, affiliated Clubs and espe cially NFAA members all over the United States and the Archeq Associa tion of Europe. The NFAA Officers, Council and your State Director will be available to assist you in getting the word to the archers and potential archers in your section of the NFAA world. If you have any questions about how you can sign up new members

please call NFAA Headquarters. Bad News . . . Qood News . . . While at the Bowhunter Trade Show in Louisville, I was advised the back-drop netting used at the NFAA Indoor National Tournament for the past several years would not be available for the March ’92 tournament. After getting over the initial shock, a maxi mum effort was started to find a new supplier. Brownell, Inc. who has the best bow string materials in the world, was at the Bowhunting show. (I wonder if they also made netting?) Arriving at Brownell’s booth, 1 was greeted by two understanding and lovely people, Anthony Ferraz, President and Elaine Flaherty, General Sales Manager. They informed me that “yes,” they did make netting and “yes,” Brownell would be glad to support Archery and die NFAA by supplying netting for our upcoming Indoor National Tournament. “When did we need it and how many feet did we require?” We were advised as soon as the NFAA requirements were known the correct amount of netting would be shipped for our use. THANK YOU, BROWNELL, from a grateful NFAA for a positive solution to our back-stop problems.

Increase Membership From 40 to 100 In One Year . . . The members and officers of the Treasure Coast Archers Club located in Stuart, FL have been busy introducing people to Archeq' and procuring mem bers for its Club, State Assn, and the NFAA for some time. Every Monday the Club has free archeq' instructions for beginning archers 8 years of age and

older. Last time I stopped by the range on a Monday, there were 30 potential archers attending the free classes. I requested Brian Terpos, Youth Director of Treasure Coast Archers to write an article for our magazine and share with you how their Club increased its membership. I hope this will give your Clubs an idea on how they can increase their membership. I was asked to write a short article to give a few people ideas an how to expand their club membership, as well as the State and National Association memberships. . . Treasure Coast Archers was a small Club with a declining membership. Once near 200 members, we slowly dwindled down to about 50 members. Now, one year later, we have around 100 members and are growing steadily. Partly to blame is a 10-year-old range in need of repair, only a half-ahandful of volunteers to help, and very little money in the treasure. We have a small range in Smart, FL that includes a 60-yard practice range and a 14-target field range. We keep the practice range

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4 “Make Your Mark— JOIN TODAY!” New NFAA information fliers are now available to help increase member ship. A colorful and attractive flyer for you to hand out to prospective NFAA members at your club meetings, leagues, tournaments, state/county fairs, and local archery' shops. Just call NFAA Headquarters and let us know how many you would like us to send you. Help vour organisation grow by signing up new members!

H.Q. Report fry Pam Shilling, Executive Secretary

Indoor Tournament— Back Stop Netting... It has recently come to the atten tion of NFAA Headquarters many of you are having a problem obtaining back-stop netting for Indoor tourna ments. I thought I would share with you the name of the company who will be supplying the netting we will use at this year's NFAA Indoor National Tourna ment. If you need infonnation regarding netting, just contact: Brownell & Company, P.O. Box 362, Moodus, CT 06469, or call 1-800-243-2512 or 1-203873-8625.

NFAA Product Catalog We now have an updated NFAA Product Catalog which features NFAA official emblems, decals, jewelry, awards and much more. A catalog has been mailed to each State Association Secretary and NFAA Director. Know what awards and programs are available to you . . . just send $1.00 (for postage) to NFAA Headquarters and we will immediately mail you the new NFAA PRODUCT CATALOG.

NFAA Constitution By-Laws The new NFAA Constitution and By-Laws will be available from NFAA Headquarters by May 1st and will reflect all the agenda items passed at the NFAA Annual Meeting which was held in February in Rapid City, South Dakota. The Agenda items passed at the Annual meeting will also appear in die May/June issue of Archery.

NFAA Patch Display We still have plenty of room on the NFAA Patch Display to put your local club and/or state patch. The NFAA recently attended the Bowhunting Trade Show (Louisville, KY) and the Vegas Tournament (Las Vegas, NV) where we showed the NFAA Display. It is an interesting conversation opener and we were able to talk with many prospective members and current members. Many asked why their club/state patch was not on the display If you have not already mailed a patch to NFAA Headquarters, why not do it now!

NFAA Scholarship Fund Donation The South Carolina Archery Association has donated $100.00 in the name of and appreciation of Jan and Kitty Slattery of Great Falls, South Carolina. Both have given many years of unselfish service to promote Archery in general and especially the South Carolina Archery Association and the National Field Archery Association. Their work has had a big impact on Archery and on the lives of many indi viduals. Tire Board of Directors of the South Carolina Archery Association

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wanted somehow to show their appreci ation to Jan and Kitty and could think of no better way to show their apprecia tion than to help someone through the NFAA Scholarship Fund. NFAA Rules Interpretation Committee (RIC) Ruling of a State Director holds only until the RIC makes a ruling. If the RIC agrees with the Director, the ruling is in effect for all of NFAA; if the RIC disagrees, it is overturned for all of NFAA. Directors receive rulings throughout the year from the RIC and copies of dtese rulings are published in ARCHERY for your infonnation. Tile ruling is then brought up at the next annual Board of Directors meeting. If the Directors agree with the RIC it then becomes law, if not upheld it is null and void. Be sure to check the next issue of ARCHERY for the Board of Directors decision on all twenty-four (24) RIC rulings for 1991. The following is the last RIC ruling received for 1991 and the first two rul ings for 1992. RIC 91-24 From: Elaine Rork, AZ Director “At a tournament this past week end using official NFAA rounds, I was asked to nile if die following is legal in the Competitive Bowhunter, Bow hunter Freestyle Limited and the Bowhunter Freestyle classes: The leading of die riser, i.e. putting lead or some other material for the

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H.Q. REPORT (Continued from page 8) weight on the inside of the bottom of the rise where the bottom limb bolts into the riser (this weight is not visible on die outside of die bow). After referring to the NFAA ByLaws under Shooting Styles and Equipment Rules, I ruled that this would NOT be allowed in the Bowhunter styles of shooting because I would consider this to be a counter bal ance and on Page 35, Article II, Paragraph #, Section 13, it states ‘No forked stabilizer or ANY COUNTER BALANCE will be legal.’ 1 feel die key word here is ‘ANY.’”

RIC RULING: This issue was addressed by the Board of Directors some years ago. At that time it was felt that a counter balance is a device that extends outward, toward the shooter from the face of the bow, whereas a stabilizer extends from the back of die bow away from the archer. Adding weight to the riser in such a fashion that it is internal, that is, does not extend toward or away from the archer, merely adds mass weight to the bow. The RIC therefore disagrees with the Director and rules diat weight from the riser is not created in any direction, does not constitute a counterbalance. RIC 92-1 From: X-Ring Archery Products via John Murphy, GA Director “I need a ruling on this product and if it passes their test 1 need it advertised in the next issue of ARCHERY maga zine. I don’t see any problem myself, but the RIC must rule on its legality.” With proper nocking point selected, locate T-Nok on bow string so peep is aligned when bow is fully drawn. Serve to bow string as shown.

RIC RULING: The name of this prod uct is the “T-Nok” and shall be referred to as such. The constitutional article applicable in this case is Art. Il, Sec. E, para 7, page 34, (’91 Edition) where it states: “Nocking point location shall not extend more than one-half inch (1/2”) above or below the arrow nock when at frill draw.” The T-Nok must be examined with the word “full draw” in mind. The longest area of the T-Nok while the arrow is nocked, and the bow not drawn, is 5/8” from the top of the nock to the furthermost part of the TNok. However, this dimension is irrele vant since the top of the arrow nock to the frirdiermost extension of the T-Nok must be measured at “frill draw.” At full draw this dimension would be inconsis tent from shooter to shooter, depending on the length of the bow, axle to axle length of the bow and the draw length of the archer. Therefore, the legality of the T-Nok in NFAA competition must be determined on a case by case basis, since the maximum extension of 5/8” could, at frill draw, be 1/2” or less.

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RIC 92-2 From: Dave Clem, MD Director “An archer shooting a recurve bow plugged the berger button hole with epoxy, making a solid sight window. He drilled a hole and screwed a springy directly on to the bow. Because it does not extend above the arrow and is nonadjustable, I ruled it legal equipment for traditional style shooting.”

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Vice President Syd Green 25 Pie Street Asply 4034 Brisbane Queensland, Australia Secretary Mrs. Dorothy Southgate New Farm Cottage Wordwell Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk, England

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UNITED STATES Dean Hupp 31407 Outer 1-10 Redland, CA 92373 USA. WALES Susan Davies Forest Lodge Trchcrhcrt Trcorchy Mid Glamorgan, Wales

Fellow Archers, From all of us here tn the IFAA, “Happy New Year,” and we wish you all a very successful 1992. This year 1992 brings to IFAA yet another plateau of achievement not thought possible several years ago. This August we will be traveling to the Republic of South Africa to compete in the 1992 International Field Archery Association World Championships. The tournament will be held during the week of August 3 to August 7,1992. South Africa has changed the venue from White River to a new location, as they realized White River would be too expensive for most archers. We apologize for inconveniences we know this will cause, but feel the move was neces sary. South African Field Archery Association will also be making available a letter from their amateur sports council on apartheid which national associations may require to receive national funding or permis sion to compete in South Africa. We have worked very hard and spent long hours to put this event together, and hope many archers will do their best to get to South Africa. For those people wishing to travel to South Africa this summer, I urge you to contact me for an updated program listing venues, motel rates and all necessary infor mation on this tournament. 1 have talked with directors who have also stated they will have a lim ited number of private homes where

archers may stay also. We are also working on professional prize money. We have also had our first meet ing with Canada and have finalized dates for the 1993 IFAA World Bowhunting Championships which will be held in Niagara Falls, Canada on June 19-20-21 of 1993. Watch for further details in Archery magazine. The IFAA continues to grow throughout the world. Our newest contact is from Indonesia. We receive more letters requesting news on archery from individuals more than ever before. I urge you to write to your national representative whose address and name appears in Archery magazine. For those of you requesting patches, pins and rule books, please write to our secretary also listed in Archery magazine. Last year I traveled to France and Mexico for IFAA tournaments. In 1992 1 will be attending the Vegas Shoot in the United States, The NAFAC Shoot in Canada and the WFAC Shoot in South Africa. 11°°' forward to again meeting many 0 you at these tournaments. We realize times and finances are a problem today, but urge you if Y011 can’t make an international sf>0^ try to assist someone who can yon are aware, only competitoj^ make competitions successful- *and archery need you to keep tournaments growing. 1992 and We wish you all a great the shooting l'r hope to see you on t___

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IFAA 1992 WORLD FIELD ARCHERY CHAMPIONSHIP August 3-7, 1992 For tournament information contact: IFAA Championship Tournament Organizer, National Indoor & Field Archery Association, 68 Richmond Avenue, Auckland Park 2092, South Africa, or one of the appointed agents across the world for payment of entry fees and tour bookings.

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THE NEW “FACE” AT VEGAS At this writing, the new “Face’ has not been tried nor tested until after this written material goes to press and is published. While it is known that the new “Face" has indeed generated mixed commentary and controversial accep tance amongst the pro-ranks, several pros feel that the new “Face” is a total necessity. On the other hand, others feel that the size reduction is too dras tic and far too difficult for the average shooter and pro shooters alike. One thing for sure is that the Prime Sponsors are carefully sizing up the entire situation and are looking forward to input from participants at the upcoming “Vegas” shoot. For information purposes, it is my under standing that the ‘92 “Vegas” shoot is a complete sell-out with extensive waiting lists which shoots a hole in my commentary! It is also my understanding that F1TA has suggested placing an addi tional reduced ten-ring within the existing 40cm face which would elim inate the need for the new “Face” and satisfy and accommodate all archers regardless of levels of shooting. In this manner, the pros could shoot scoring the newer reduced ten-ring while other shooters could score the regular size ten-ring which appears to be the answer and end of the new “Face” controversy. For my money, FITA’s option is the best suggestion I have heard so far! In reply to a recent letter request ing information for tuning spring loaded arrow rests, 1 find it necessary

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The arrow rest ledge, or arrow support, usually projects generally hor izontally out into the window and is fabricated of various suitable materials including metal, plastic, leather, bris tles, feathers, and the like. The purpose of the arrow rest is to form a support for the arrow shaft so (Continued on page 42)

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open to the public and our whole facil ity' open to any NFAA members. The two key ways we improved our membership were a little bit of work to make the range eye-appealing and by providing a shooting clinic for people to try archery, get familiar with the Club, and not have to spend a lot of money up

front. The work part was tough. Only two people were willing to devote their time to fixing the range. When I talk to other clubs, this is typical that very few are willing to put in a significant amount of time. New members are gen erally more willing to help than old members, so the key here is to work at getting new members, on a regular basis. We first fixed up the range, focusing on the areas the public would notice. Ralph, the Club Worker (also Secretary, Treasurer, Organizer, Shooter . . .) built a beautiful bulletin board and posi tioned it where visitors would notice it and read it. I remember I showed up at the range one morning to work at get ting the field range shootable, and when I drove in, the first thing I saw was Ralph on the roof of the bulletin board. It looked like he had spent half of our money on this thing, and I was con cerned that we should be working on finishing the range. But that Bulletin Board has done a great job in communicating to members and visitors, and looking back on it, should have been the first priority in improving the range and membership. Now people who show up at the range can obtain all the information they need without disrupting anyone on the shooting line. A Shooting Clinic is held every Monday evening. We offer the clinic free and provide equipment for $1.00. We have two instructors, myself and Keith Jones. Keith enjoys hunting all over Florida and acts as our Hunting Florida Guide as well as helping with shooting form and an Archery Dealer. I help out in equipment selection, bow tuning, shooting styles and tournament shooting information. Everyone involved in the clinic is benefitting. Our Club, our State Association and the NFAA are getting getting new memberships. Keith is frequently

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invited to hunt different properties. 1 have a potential new customer for every new student. Participants get intro duced to archery with no initial invest ment, and at the same time learn equipment and shooting styles that will help them select the right equipment initially. The clinic can be advertised as much as you wish. Our Park and Recreation Department (who do very little for us) do manage to run a some what accurate ad in the newspaper weekly. Otherwise, we have gone through Youth organizations like Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4-H and local schools, informing them of our clinic. Archery is a great family sport,if you aim your advertising at tire Youth, you will draw in the Moms and Dads to the range also, and once you have them there, it is easy to get their interest up. If you are interested in starting a Clinic and have questions, call me (407-286-4767). 1 am not an expert, but 1 have been through it and learned a few things. Helpful starters include the NFAA Certified Instructors Course, which can be arranged through the Instructor Chairman, Bob Bitner. The class is not necessary, but it can help dis tinguish you as an authority, which can help you maintain discipline within your class, as well as teach you many things about archery.

Speaking of discipline, get a loud whistle and prepare to use it. As the Instructor, you are responsible for the safety of the participants. A key safety concern is the retrieval and handling of arrows, but stress all of the safety rules as you and your Club cannot afford a sin gle mistake. You will also need equipment. Solicit your members for their expired equipment. Every archer owns at least three bows and five sizes of arrows that he will never use again. Getting them to part with it may be tough, but some will. Check flea markets and pawn shops. Also check with your equipment manufacturers. They offer special equip ment rates for organized instruction pro grams, including your State Association. Hap Fling, at Bear Archery, provided us with some equipment under such a pro gram. Thanks again, Hap! Others claim they do, but... Speaking of manufacturers, I would love to have pamphlets, patches, logos, caps, or whatever you can offer to help keep young archers interested. Your own future may depend on this, especially in high density areas where today’s youth cannot shoot unless it is at a Club range like ours. The classes are fun. I think if you try them you will enjoy it, and if you have an Archery business, you will defi nitely increase your sales, w

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Awards: Silver Bowls for Champion and medals for other flights according to NFAA Award Rules.

Late Registration Fee: Pro: $155.00 YA-Y-C $45.00 Adult: $55.00 Family: $155.00

Pre-Registration Deadline: Pre-Registration must be postmarked by July 8th, 1992. Registration postmarked after this date will be required to pay the Late Registration Fee. No phone registration accepted.

Cancellation fee is $10.00, but if you notify us before July 8th, you will not have to pay the cancellation fee. Call (714) 794-2133 to cancel.

ALL ARCHERS MUST CHECK IN AT THE REGISTRATION DESK AND MUST PRESENT A CURRENT NFAA MEMBERSHIP AND HANDICAP CARD. PROFESSIONAL ARCHERS MUST ALSO PRESENT A CURRENT NFAA PRO MEMBERSHIP CARD. Payment of Membership fees will be required if proper membership card(s) is not presented at the Registration Desk.

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Sunday, July 26, 1992 TEAMS: Two Archers Per Team. MensA/Vomens Teams

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NFAA Certified INSTRUCTOR CLINIC Hosted by NFAA Instructor Chairman Monday-Thursday Evenings, July 27th-3Oth

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47th Annual NFAA OUTDOOR NATIONALS July 27-31,1992—Wausau, Wisconsin The Rib Mountain Bowmen, Wausau Area Convention and Visitors Council, Wausau Area Events Board and the Wausau Area (City of Wausau, Town of Rib Mountain, City of Rothschild, City of Schofield and Town of Weston) are delighted to have the opportunity to welcome the / NFAA Outdoor Nationals to Q the "heart" of Wisconsin. ? We've been working together in order to host the most k enjoyable, fun, relaxing shoot ever. The Wausau Area is located \ in the geographic center of the Northern Hemisphere and will be centrally located for shooters to attend from all over the nation.

We're preparing a beautiful course of ranges nestled in the Nine Mile Forest Area, just 15 minutes from 1234 lodging rooms and within a 30 minute drive of 375 campsites. Let us send a 40-page Wausau Area Visitors Guide to you. It lists many of the local attractions and includes a comprehensive listing of the motel / hotel facili ties with their

amenities and telephone numbers (most are toll free). It also will provide a feeling of the Area s hospitality and friendliness. You will find many big city amenities with clean air, clean water, and small town friendli ness and affordability. Use our 800 toll free num ber to request our FREE i 1992 Spring/Summer / Visitors Guide for a / \ wide-ranging listing of / available campsites and / lodging information. You will also receive a "whole lot more" in the Guide that includes par\ ticulars on area attrac-1 tions, museums, parks and an informative calendar of events to let you know "what's happening". When you 'phone us, identify yourself as part of the NFAA and we ll send you everything you'll need to make reservations for yourself and your family.

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Bowhunting Plus by Tim Atwood-NFAA® Bowhunting and Conservation Chairman

THE NFAA NEEDS EVERY BOWHUNTER’S SUPPORT If the NFAA is to succeed in helping to preserve hunting and the use of archery equipment for legiti mate purposes,it needs your support. Every member counts and strengthens the Association. Through your mem bership in the NFAA, you are helping to ensure the future of hunting. As you undoubtedly know, anti hunting sentiments are growing and have serious potential implications for outdoor industries, other busi nesses and services,and outdoor recreationists. By now most of you have encountered, at one time or another, the negative image of out door sports portrayed in the media releases using biased or incomplete information supplied by animal rights extremists. Those misleading releases can stimulate non-outdoors-oriented persons to develop attitudes and actions to curtail outdoor recre ational activities. The time has come to expose the animal rightist’s true extreme agenda. More people must realize that these extremists are seeking to eliminate and end all uses of animals, including leather goods and your pets. You and I both know that fish and wildlife would suffer drastically if fishing and hunting were ever banned. The many wildlife and fish habitat projects and other manage ment activities funded by sportsmen’s dollars would be lost. Financial impacts on our sport and organiza tion would be severe if the right to hunt, fish and trap is lost. We must be aware of this threat. Likewise, we

must be informed of the habitat and other management needs of fish and wildlife. The time is here for outdoor interests to pool resources and counter the proliferation of animal rightists’ misleading rhetoric in the mass media. You, as sportsmen and sportswomen, are helping to ensure the future through membership. This, in turn, strengthens our associ ation, which is part of the alliance

NFAA belongs to— American Archery Council, A.M.O., WLFA, Bowhunter Defense Coalition, United Conservation Alliance. The anti-hunting groups have pledged to have all recreational hunting banned. Your membership and support is your opportunity to ensure that this legacy we have inherited will be handed down to our children and grandchildren. Keep up the good work. We need you. 4

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BOWHUNTING NEWS CALIFORNIA—ReddingAntelope hunts a success. Archery buck hunters managed a 28 percent success rate, while archery doe hunters hit for a 48 percent mark. CALIFORNIA—Long Beach— FAWN PRODUCTION DOUBLED The benefits of the “March mira cle” rains last year continue to mani fest itself in grand and glorious ways, reports the Department of Fish and Game. Thanks to all the green feed created by the rains last Spring, biolo gists say recruitment of fawns into the deer population has been high. “In some cases, based on our com position counts on deer herds, the fawn production is up 125%,” said Jim Davis, wildlife biologist with the Department. Davis said seeing the good to great fawn recruitment during October and November is probably a direct result of the early spring rains. “The substantially higher number of fawns indicates now that the habitat is no longer a limiting factor to deer population growth, which is really good news,” said Davis.

COLORADO—Creede— Commissioner approves plans to transplant moose. Wildlife Com mission has approved the release of up to 100 moose in the Rio Grande drainage near Creede in Southwestern CO.

COLORADO—Montrose— The CO Wildlife Commission has approved a plan to transplant up to 80 desert bighorn sheep. The sheep would be released in the Camel Back/Robideau Creek area west of Montrose.

COLORADO—Denver— CO leads the nation in 1990 hunting license sales. 1LLIN OIS—Springfield— Deer hunters take record 49,020 Whitetails in first weeks of hunting 1991 Fall season. Archery

ILLINOIS—SpringfieldFall hunters bag record 840 wild turkeys. KENTUCKY— Raccoon Hunting Threatened A consortium of animal rights groups is suing the State of Kentucky to stop an annual raccoon hunt. The basis for their suit is that raccoon hunting violates the state’s statute prohibiting animal fighting. MONTANA— Grizzly Bear Hunt Stopped. The Fund for Animals recently filed suit in U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C., contending that Montana’s grizzly bear hunt was illegal under the Endangered Species Act. NEVADA—Las Vegas— NV announces license fee increases for non-residents. 1992 fees for resi dent hunting and fishing licenses will remain the same as last year, but that all non-resident license costs have increased. NEW MEXICO—Albuquerque— Bowhunter harassed in unit 6. During the 1991 elk bowhunt, an Albuquer que bowhunter experienced an orga nized effort to disrupt his hunt. For three days, an unknown number of people followed him into his hunt area. Their tactics were to make plenty of human noises, yelling, and approaching the hunter, and disrup tion of the area and game hunted. NEW MEXICO—Carrizozo— Magistrate Judge Gerald Dean has fined a Michigan bowhunter $3,600 for illegally buying resident licenses to hunt in New Mexico and for killing an elk.

NEW MEXICO— Game Dept, says spotlighters could lose their vehicles if convicted of vio lating state laws against using artificial lights which include vehicle head lights, as well as spotlights, to poach big game at night.

NEW MEXICO—Santa Fe— Bowhunting group sets up reward pro gram. United Bowhunters of NM has established a reward program for infor mation leading to the arrest of poach ers using archery equipment.

NEW MEXICO—Eagles Nest— Bowhunter Jeff Barry of Memphis, Tennessee scores on a rare White bull elk that scored more than 300 points, and should qualify for Pope and Young Club recognition. NEW MEXICO—Los Alamos— Department of Game and Fish con tinue to crack down on spotlighters. The Department is still using deer decoys to catch poachers.

OREGON—Astoria— Commissioner upheld hunter’s choice deer hunt. A petition to stop antler less deer hunting for three years in the Saddle Mountain Wildlife Manage ment Unit of extreme Northwest Oregon was rejected.

RHODE ISLAND—PrudencePrudence Island resident assaulted with antihunting petition. Hand-addressed petitions arrived on Prudence Island from the Ports mouth Protect our Wildlife and Children (POW&R) group, an off spring of Friends of Animals. FOA has spouted other such short-lived groups in the past (how about Citizens for Humane Legislation), to accomplish tasks for it and to misleading legislators and the public into the thought that animal rights support is widespread, which in fact it is not. The petition asks for the registered voter’s signature in favor or prohibiting hunting. Ports mouth is in Newport County, which is bow-only for deerhunting. Portsmouth and the islands also host a good deal of water-fowling, goosehunting and some trapping and birdhunting. The petition does not advise of any wildlife, hunter or public safety nor community situa tion which would lead die voter to sup port the proposed ban. POW&R may have heard the criticism that they had

not informed the public previously that the town law change they are petition ing for a vote on would end half of the deerhunting on Prudence Island, since half of the hunt occurs on private land, by landowner permission. POW&R had tried to obscure this fact by stating that plenty of deerhunting would still be available on the state lands on the islands. A counter-petition was launched in September by a coalition of hunt supporters, with information specific to Portsmouth and Pnidence Island. The coalition expects to gather enough sig natures by spring, 1992, to invalidate many of POW&R’s signatures. RHODE ISLAND—PrudenceHunting tragedy blamed on safety over sight. Just two days apart, tragedy struck two deerhunters on Prudence Island, Rhode Island, at the start of the island’s November buckhunt. The first hunter died of massive trauma resulting from a fall. The other survived after he may have fallen asleep, dien fell from a tree, shattering his skull, shoulder, collarbone and scapula on the ground. Both men fell from tree stands where they had no form of safety rope or harness to secure themselves to the tree. This sort of tree strap is urged by the National Bow hunter Education Foundation for tree stand hunters. Ongoing investigation by DEM’s Division of Enforcement Lt. Jackson found both tree stands to be functional and set up properly. Both stands were placed around 19 feet, much higher than usual. In the case of the fatality, the hunter was using the stand belonging to and set up by a friend. Other aspects contributing to the accidents are still being investigated; however, it is theorized by all authorities contacted that some sort of safety har ness, rope or other attachment from the hunter to the tree could have lessened the injuries sustained by preventing a fall to the ground. A statement on the accidents will be issued by the Rhode Island Hunter Safety Coordinator’s office upon completion and review of investigations.

SOUTH CAROLINA— Dove Hunt Protested: Anti-hunters staged a media event outside the State

Wildlife Agency headquarters in Columbia.

UTAH—Salt Lake CityDeer hunters must pick their weapons for 1993 season. Hunters must choose between rifle, muzzleloader or archery seasons. The new law is intended to reduce hunting pressure. WISCONSIN— Antis sue: Despite ample evidence that the bobcat in Wisconsin is thriv ing and expanding its range, the antis have filed suit in Dane County Circuit Court to give the animal “threatened” status.

WYOMING—CheyenneSurplus game elk, deer and antelope threatens WY winter ranges.

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The World Bowhunting Associa tion and the American Archery Council have just completed the revised video, “The Effectiveness of the Modem Broadhead.” The video was produced by Quest Productions Group, Wade Noland, Gary Beaton and Dan Brothers volun teered their expertise and key footage was donated by Quest Production Group, Precision Shooting Equip ment, Alaska Wilderness Perspective and Wildlife Quest. This video offers professional and dramatic evidence in support of the effectiveness of today’s bowhunting equipment for harvesting big game ani mals and its use as a management tool. Ever)' bowhunting club and orga nization should have a copy of this video as it represents a defense against the anti-hunters. Copies are available from the American Archer)' Council for $20.00. Proceeds from the sale of this video go directly into the American Archery Council’s “Protect What’s Right” pro gram. American Archery Council, 604 Forest Ave., Park Rapids, MN 56470.

Illinois Deer and Turkey Classic— The 1992 Illinois Deer and Turkey Classic will be held March 27 thru 29 at the new Orr Building on the State Fairgrounds in Springfield. The trophy deer 'event will have an expanded awards program, with two divisions instead of one, a current year division for deer taken during the 1991 season, and a historical division for deer taken in 1990 or earlier seasons. There will be archery categories with typical and non-typical brackets under each cate gory. It will feature seminars every day, more than 120 booths of hunting equipment and accessories and related hunting items, tree stands, scents/lures, calls, clothing, guides/outfitters, wildlife art, etc. For full information, contact the show’s producer, Target Communica tions, 7626 W. Donges Bay Rd., Mequon, WI 53092 or call 1-800-7333990. Michigan Deer Spectacular— The 1992 Michigan Deer Spectacular will be held March 20 thru 22 at the Lansing Center in downtown Lansing. It will feature seminars every day, more than 170 booths of hunting equipment and accessories and related hunting items (tree stands, scents/lures, calls, clothing, guides/outfitters, wildlife art, etc.), turkey calling contest, plus special displays and events.. For full information, contact the show’s producer, Target Communications, 7626 W. Donges Bay Rd., Mequon, WI 53092, or call 1-800-733-3990.

The 1992 Wisconsin Deer and Turkey Expo— The 1992 Wisconsin Deer and Turkey Expo will be held April 3 thru 5 at the Dane County Coliseum, Madison. It will feature seminars everyday, more than 280 booths of hunting equip ment, accessories and related hunting items (tree stands, scents/lures, calls, clothing/ guides/outfitters, wildlife art, magazine and book publishers, video producers, conservation and hunting organizations, etc.). For full information, contact the show’s producer, Target Communications, 7626 W. Donges Bay Rd., Mequon, WI 53092 or call 1-800-733-3990. (Continued on page 23) Archery

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BOWHUNTING FEATURE OF THE MONTH By Don Walter, NFAA Bowhunting and Conservation Committee-member

WHERE THE ILLINOIS BIG BUCKS COME FROM There were 307 trophy Illinois whitetail bucks entered in the deer awards event at the Illinois Deer Classic in Springfield. Of the 307 entries, 105 (34.2%) were in the archery division. The Illinois Deer Classic is pro duced by Glenn Helgeland of Target

Typical Score 185-1/8 178-4/8 176-7/8 173-5/8 171-7/8 170-5/8 170-5/8 167-4/8 167-3/8 167-1/8 Non Typical Score 224-0/8 224-7/8 184-6/8 184-3/8 181-5/8 181-4/8 174-4/8 174-1/8 165-7/8

Antler Points 13+ 10 12 12 12 11 11 11 13+ 11

County Taken Jackson Whiteside Will Pike Bureau Vermilion Unknown Pike Christian McHenry

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County Taken LaSalle Coles Adams Jasper N/A Fulton Brown McDonough Brown

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17 15 18 17 12 N/A

The Counties listed above in which the deer were taken gives a good indication of where the bigger antlers are in the state. Out of a total of the 105 bucks there were 94 (80 typical and 14 non-typical). This fig ures out in the Archery Division to be about 76.2% which qualified for the Pope & Young Club record book. Illinois seems to be a good place Archery

Communications Corporation out of Mequon, Wisconsin. The following is a summary of the 1991 results in the Archery Division. Categorized by: Typical Score or Non-Typical Score, Antler Points (by Eastern count), County taken in and year taken. The top ten largest entries are:

1990 1990 1990 1989 1990 N/A N/A 1900 1990 1987

in which to take a record book white tail or maybe some other game. In 1992 there will be a Illinois Deer and Turkey Classic held on March 27-2829 at the new Orr Building on the State Fairgrounds in Springfield. Thanks to Glenn Helgeland for furnishing the information on the possible counties in which the big ones were found. Good hunting,

1989 1989 1964 N/A N/A 1967 1988 1986 1983

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WHAT'S HAPPENING IN - THE LEGISLATURE -

United Conservation Alliance Reports Nordstroms is latest retailer to attack hunting. Nordstroms promises to donate a portion of the sales to “major wildlife or ecological founda tions to help endangered animals.” Trouble is, Nordstroms blames “hunt ing” along with “poaching” as one of the reasons these animals are “disap pearing from the face of the earth.” The Alliance has taken steps to write Nordstroms and supply exam ples updated data on what hunters and their dollars do for wildlife. If you’re interested in showing your displeasure, call Nordstroms toll free at 1-800-695-8000. Updates on UCA participation in 1992 International Conference on Improving Hunter Compliance with Wildlife Laws, January 20-22, 1992. Montana Governor’s Symposium on North America’s Hunting Heri tage, July 16-18, 1992, Bozeman, Montana. $

Hunter’s Right preserved: Only six states remain without some sort of hunting rights law. Alabama, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Nebraska, New Jersey and New Mexico. This could be the year that all 50 states have hunter protection laws on the books.

of the state. Hidden in the language of the measure is a bombshell sure to arouse sportsmen and wildlife managers around the nation. The Arizona Game & Fish Commission recently issued a press release saying that wording in the petition puts hunting and fishing equally at risk with trapping.

CALIFORNIA—Barstow-— Mojave legislation could ban hunting on three million acres of prime upland bird and bighorn sheep habitat in Southeastern California, if two bills pass before the U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives; the bills are HR-2929 and S21.

Biological diversity— H.R. 2082, a Federal bill which would establish biological diversity as a national statutory goal. The term “bio logical diversity” is so vaguely defined in the bill that it could be used to attack a range of proven wildlife and fish management programs.

ARIZONA—Phoenix— Hunting, fishing and trapping in Arizona may be history a year from now. Animal rights activists have suc ceeded in gathering enough signatures to place on the November 1992 ballot an initiative to, ostensibly, ban trapping on public lands, comprising 85 percent

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While hunting in Manitoba, Canada in September, Ellen Lewis from Paradise, Ca brought down this Bear using a Jennings Super Magnum 44 Bow.

Bowhunters In Action by Jan Kowalsky

Congratulations to all the Bowhunters who turned in their applications for Big and Small Game in the Art Young Program. BIG GAME Donnie DeVall Hugh Rakes Frank Tolivar Randolph Coleman Michelle Rodrigucz Randy Brabec C. Richard Kuhn Kenneth Hobbs Gary Buckley

Gary Thompson William Polson David Spangler George Zanoni Neil Chandler Marc Mitchell Percy Haraway Carolyn Zanoni Eugene Wooster Jerry Balzano Carl Chapman Pap LeBlanc Conrad Meier, Jr. Terry Proctor Lee Thomas, Sr. Al Cundiff Cecil Pasley

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Barebow Fraternity News by Paul Dawson

1991 MEMBERSHIP SUMMARY It was another good year for the Barebow Fraternity'. For the first time, the number of memberships topped 100 . . . thanks to Indiana’s Pine Hill Archers with their 32 individual (rather than family) memberships. What makes Pine Hill’s feat even more unusual is that only two of their members made it to the 1991 Out door Nationals at Darrington. Re member, the BBF was founded for the main purpose of having an annual reunion and picnic at the Outdoor Nationals, and, as a result, more than one-half our members join or renew at the tournament site. Here’s the 1991 membership summary by NFAA section and state:

•Great Lakes Section—41 (IN-39, OH-2) •Mid-Atlantic Section—24 (MD-l.NJ-3, NY-7, PA-5, VA-5.WV-3) •Midwestern Section—3 (MN-l.MO-2) •New England Section—4 (AAE-1,CT-1,MA-1,NH-1) •Northwestern Section—3 (ID-1, WA-2) •Southeastern Section—11 (FL-2.GA-4, KY-4, MS-1) •Southern Section—4 (LA-2, OK-l.TX-l) •Southwestern Section—11 (AZ-1, CA-8, CO-2)

With a 250% increase, Indiana obviously repeated its #1 ranking. California moved into second, pri marily because of the Darrington Archery

tournament, and New York was third place. The always barebow-strong Virginia tied for fourth with Penn sylvania. With the 1992 Outdoor Nation als at Wausau, Wisconsin, BBF mem bership growth this year will surely be from the Great Lakes and Mid western sections, even with Indiana “holding its own.” At the end of 1991, there were no BBF members from either Wisconsin or the neigh boring states of Illinois and Michi gan, and only the Korby family from Minnesota. 1991 BBF Financial Summary Here’s a summary of the BBF finances for the 1991 calendar year:

12/31/90 Balance

$348.02

Income Membership Dues Patch Sales Total Income

540.00 229.00 769.00

the previous newsletter. This expense was approved before-the-fact at the 1991 Darrington meeting, along with the $100 donation to the NFAA Scholarship Fund. Also at the annual meeting, the fiscal year 1991 books were approved by the BBF Audit Committee.

“How-Are-We-Doing-Stylewise” Update A year ago we showed some statistics on barebow and bowhunter/traditional participation at the NFAA Outdoor Nationals. The accompanying table is an update based on the 1991 Darrington tour nament in comparison with the pre vious tournaments at Blue Springs (MO), Watkins Glen (NY), and Darrington (WA). The 1991 Dar rington figures show two things: 1) barebow participation was down sub stantially, and 2) bowhunter and tra ditional participation was up. This is (Continued on page 29)

Expenses Membership Cards Office Expenses 1991 Picnic NFAA Scholarship Fund Club Charters Get-Well Card Total Expenses

20.00 5.00 546.80

12/31/91 Balance

$570.22

52.09 158.18 211.53 100.00

About two-thirds of the “Office Expenses” were for the direct-mailed 1991 BBF Annual Survey reported in

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barebow fraternity news (Continued from page 28)

because 1) the stringwalkers from the east and midwest decided not to make the long trip to Darrington,

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Basic framing of a thermal shelter.

The Alaskan Bowhunter was hold ing its annual business meeting.The schedule included an elaborate display of trophy animals, the typical business meet ing and a dinner with a renowned speaker. Those of us from Fairbanks either drove or flew. My wife Terrie and 1 opted to drive and found time to purchase a truck camper while in Anchorage. The meeting went as well as could be expected and budgets being the main topic of discussion. Following the meet ing we were off to purchase the camper. This proved to consume so much time that we had to forgo the evening dinner and left for Fairbanks. From Fairbanks were men like Keith Clemmons and Skip Sledge who upon noticing our absence were con cerned. Keith had figured that if we had left Anchorage and had broke down that I would build a snow cave and

spend the night before traveling on. They checked the hospitals in die local area and figured we had departed for Fairbanks. When my wife and I saw Keith again he specifically asked Terrie if I had her spend the night in a snow cave. We had driven through to Fairbanks non-stop and I have never been fond of snow caves. While snow caves certainly work, 1 prefer to construct what is referred to as the thennal shelter or any improvised shelter using a snow saw for cutting blocks. The shelter should be high enough at one end to allow you to sit up and then taper down along its length. An air hole at the top is essential and so is a plug for the entrance. We use our insulated pads for protection from the cold ground. My wife and I have oppo site sleeping bags that can be zipped together and body heat then shared.

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We slept from two to twenty stu dents in these shelters at all tempera tures. The only problem to occur was a result of one’s claustrophobia. When his fear- spread, all the students left tire pro tection of the shelter to stand around a fire through a cold arctic night. Materials used in the thermal shel ter were parachute cord, wooden poles around two inches in diameter, spruce boughs, and enough snow for insulation (roughly ten inches or so). Often with a snow saw, snow is tire material necessary to construct a usable shelter. As I look out die bay window, from our home in Ogden, Utah, I see the snow-covered mountains not far away. 1 recall the many comfortable nights spent under the snow and know that soon I will be testing snow shelters once again. Good luck, and may you never have to use a thermal shelter.

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Bowhunting AroundThe World

by Bob Markworth

HUNTERS ARE HELPING TO FEED THE HUNGRY Feeding the hungry and homeless has always been a problem, in every society and in every country regardless of the per capita affluence of that country'. There always seems to be that segment of society that is less fortunate than others. Now, thanks to die orga nized efforts of hunters and sportsmen across the nation, a very significant step has been taken to alleviate the desperate plight of the hungry and homeless. Thousands of concerned hunters are sharing their wild game meat with those less fortunate. The positive results of this effort has been so impressive that Safari Club Inter national, the largest hunting and con servation organization in die world has lent its support to this worthy cause by creating an awareness program called, “Sportsmen Against Hunger.” This movement, since its inception in 1989, has been actively supported by charita ble organizations across America which have been accepting and distributing the donated game meat directly to die Poor, through food banks, soup kitchens and various other agencies. Salvation Army outlets all over the nation have been aware of “Sports men Against Hunger,” and many are setting up receiving stations during bunting seasons. The meat must be Properly processed, ground commer cially and packaged into two pound Packages, at the hunters expense which ‘s minimal. Among the numerous notable individuals and organizations that have praised this program are California’s Governor, George Deuk-

mejian, the Governor of Wyoming, Mike Sullivan, various wild-life agen cies, outdoor writers, Salvation Army officers in several states, and many individual charitable organizations including the Christian Alliance Ministry. The program had proven to be so popular in the state of Colorado last year, that the Division of Wildlife included information on “Sportsmen Against Hunger” in their license appli cation pamphlets. According to Thompson Temple,

owner of Thompson Temple’s Texas Wildlife and co-founder of “Sportsmen Against Hunger,” during the first six months after launching the program, and with a minimal amount of public ity, more than 50 tons of wild game meat had been donated to the poor through the various Salvation Army outlets across the country. Temple believes, that with increased awareness among sportsmen and hunters, donated meat supplies could increase a hun dredfold this next year.

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This gold medal Corsican Ram was taken last fall by author, Bob Markworth, during a “Celeberty Hunt,” arranged in order to publicize the “Sportsmen Against Hunger” movement which is rapidly gaining popularity among hunters across the nation. Archery

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Recently, a celebrity hunt had been organized at Temple’s Texas Wildlife Ranch to further publicize the “Sportsmen Against Hunger” move ment. I was fortunate enough to be invited to this event along with the famed Texas Ranger pitcher, Jeff Russell and the ex-Dallas Cowboy great, Todd Fowler, who bagged a big wild boar with a bow and arrow. Much to my surprise and delight, two of the guides appointed by Thompson Temple to look after our celebrity group, were a husband and wife pair, Jessie and Jeanne Carter, both dedi cated bowhunters. Under the very capable guiding of Jeanne, I managed to collect a fine gold medal Corsican Ram on the second day of the hunt, after passing up several shots at smaller rams the previous day. All the wild game meat taken by our group and the various other hunting parties in the area was donated to the needy families of Kerrville,Texas, in the spirit of “Sportsmen Against Hunger.”

What can bowhunters do to help? What has already been done? Last year, more than 500 pounds of venison had been donated to the hun gry and homeless within the first ten days of the Kentucky bowhunting deer season. By the end of the winter bowhunting season, an estimated 160,000 pounds of venison were donated by the Kentucky bowhunters. This year it is expected that even more venison will be donated because many more hunters are aware of the program, and the Kentucky Department of Wildlife has endorsed the effort. Another good example of this type of cooperation was the United Bow hunters of Pennsylvania who supported the Delaware Valley Chapter of SCI last year by donating $500 to help underwrite the cost of processing the meat donations.

Here are some helpful guidelines how bowhunters can get involved: A. Check with your local and state agencies. First of all, is it legal in your state to donate meat? Get in touch with one of your state legislators (preferably pro-

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hunting) to determine appli cable state laws. Your state game and fish department is another good resource. Local health department regula tions may also be a factor. Thanks to efforts of commit ted volunteers, laws have been changed or modified in several states to permit “Sportsmen Against Hunger” to provide nutritious protein rich meals to the hungry'.

B. Organize your group. A good place to start is to organize something through your NFAA Archery club or bowhunting club. You may wish to assign specific duties to various club members. For example, one person may wish to handle publicity, another may prefer to arrange for meat processing, or stor age, or the pick-up of dona tions. One person should be selected as overall coordinator to insure that the operation runs smoothly.

A newly converted bowhunter and guide, Jeanne Carter, proudly displays her black Hawaiian ram taken on a game ranch near Kerrville, Texas.

C. Organize a forum. This could be one of the most important steps in your program in identifying poten tial successes (and problems) you may encounter. The following should be included: •A representative from your state game and fish department •Department of Agriculture and/or Board of Health •Local Food Bank, Soup Kitchen or Salvation Army officials •A representative from the Governor’s office, the Mayor’s office, or any other official who could expedite your program through friendly help •Local meat processors

Remember that this is a positive program for your community, and you can expect local reaction to be positive as well. Your meeting can be informal in nature, but it should be well-organized. Appoint one person to chair the discus sion to keep things moving, and have a definite agenda to follow. Be prepared to

outline your objectives and answer ques tions about the program. Most impor tant of all, build enthusiasm for the program, stressing all the positive out comes involved. This is a grass-roots program that succeeds only if the local organizers are active and committed.

D. What results should you hope to achieve from your forum? •Support from state and local agen cies. Sometimes “support” is defined as not being opposed to the program. •Enthusiastic support from those agencies that will benefit as recipients of the meat. Tit is is the easy part. Most agencies charged with feeding the hun gry and homeless are always looking for a source of healthful food, especially meat. In some instances these agencies are willing to help by providing public ity, offering freezer space for meat stor(Continued on page 33)

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age, paying part or all of meat pro cessing costs which is still less expen sive than having to buy meat, and picking up donations. •Setting of reduced fees by local meat processors for donated game. •Support from fish and game departments; frequently they are will ing to display publicity for the program where hunting licenses are sold.

E. Publicity Publicizing your program is one of the most important steps in establish ing a successful program in your com munity. Two forms of publicity are available to you from the Safari Club International (SCI) main office in Tucson—a brochure-donation form and an 11x14 easel-type display that will hold approximately 25 brochures. These displays are very effective in meat processing plants, state fish and game offices, and in retail outlets catering to the sportsman. Get in touch with your outdoor editor to solicit his or her support. Notify the newspapers in your area whenever you sponsor a large dona tion of meat, or a media event such as a specially arranged charity meal, etc.

We, as bowhunters, must do our part. This program, "Sportsmen Against Hunger,” is a marvelous tool to combat the anti-hunting faction — perhaps our best opportunity ever, flf

New from Chek-lt ■ THE sight for all target archers • Precise micrometer elevation adjusts with each audible click. • Easy to attach aperture/scope holder (block) for quick changes in seconds. • Accepts any 8-32 aperture or scope

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Selected as the official target supplier of the 1991 and 1992 IBO Triple Crown and IBO World Championships, the 1991 NFAA 3-D National Championship, and the 1991 and 1992 Budweiser Outdoor Trail Bowhunter Championship.

Contact your local dealer for information on other Natra-Look’" Targets or McKenzie Supply P.O. Box 480 Granite Quarry, NC 28072 Telephone: (704) 279-7985

TG20 Medium Grazing Deer

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1992 SHARK SHOOT

CALIFORNIA BOWMEN HUNTERS

June 27 Co-sponsored by N.F.A.A. Sponsored by C.B.H. & Golden Eagle Society Insured and permit approved • Overnight Camping Equipment Needs Boat and motor Drum reel (No Zebcos) 1/2 gal. bleach bottle (tie on line as float) Sharpening heads Polarized glasses (a must) Braided line (No mono) Electrical tape Camping equipment

• Kirby Park, in Elkhorn Slough • Saturday to 4:00 pm • $15.00 each, Everyone Welcome Non CBH $20.00 • Fishing license required • Trophies for longest shark and widest sting ray • Open water and slough division • Taking of one species puts you in the drawing for raffle prizes

If you want to be where the action is, then join in on the fun with the rest of the Great Shark Hunters. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Burt Malech 1025 Masten Ave. Gilroy, CA 95020 (408) 842-6005

This could be you. If you want one like it, then fish in the slough.

Jim Williams 5039 Williamsburg Ave. North Highland, CA 95660 (916) 332-7214

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PRODUCT EVAULATION b> Norm Mallonee

P.S.E. MACH 5 Unquestionably the most striking feature on the new 1992 Mach 5 Target Bow is the fully machined deflex design handle. Although P.S.E. is not the first archery manufacturer to offer the machined handle to the pub lic, it literally shows what can be accomplished when you turn the machine loose on a rough billet of 6051 T 6 aluminum alloy. One of the first noticeable fea tures of the Mach 5 is the turn away from the total fast flight system that is in almost all top competition bows. P.S.E. has gone back to the original concept of cables and dacron string which surely makes sense to me. I wonder if in the new extremely com petition target game that this isn’t the way to go. Fast is nice, but when the X-ring counts, I believe this set-up will eventually prove superior. With the programming of the machined handle, design is almost unrestricted. The manufacturer can make model changes, right or left handle and not be saddled with expensive die-casts. The off-set of the sight window sec tion of the Mach 5, the upper riser is recessed to approximately 1/8-inch in the area for the competition sight. P.S.E. refers to this as the posi-lock system. For appearance sake, I would like to see P.S.E., in the future, create a special mount base for the most pop ular competition sights. Several years ago this was done by Chek-lt for the Bear and Golden Eagle recurve bows. The sight window is 6 inches and is cut about 1/4-inch past the center line of the handle. Another unique feature of the Mach 5 competition bow is the adjustability of the lateral movement of the grip. Pete Shepley, president of P-S.E., is especially proud of this idea. The laminated maple grip, stained grey to match the bow, can be moved laterally off the grip section. The wood grip comes attached to the handle area by two screws. Slums dre provided to slip over the screws to teassure a positive grip. The shims

vary in thickness so the archer can achieve the exactness that they desire. With the use of the provided shims, an individual’s true center line can be adjusted right or left. This unique grip

1992 PSE MACH 5 Bom allows the archer a full 1/4-inch lat eral movement. It was very interesting in the testing that my group would move a full 3 inches with just a slight adjustment of the grip. I finally settled where the string was almost dead cen ter of the grip.

The Mach 5 limbs are recurve in appearance, tapering in thickness from both ends toward the center working area of the limb. The limbs are molded using fiberglass and graphite to final shape, except for the final machine of the limb slots and limb tips. P.S.E. calls their patented limb construction Magnaglass/Grafite. The axles of the limb tips are done by special molded nylon compo nents and are glued to the machine tips of the limbs. The superb design of the fittings are made so the axles do not extend beyond the edges of the limbs. This makes for a shorter axle, but really helps keep the E-clips in place. The extreme end of the handle is drilled to allow the steel cylinder that serves as the limb pivot. The limb mounting brackets are precision machined for exact tolerance. This results in a positive alignment of the limbs to the handle. I’m sure that this idea will be patented and start appear ing on many future bows. The Mach 5 and P.S.E. logo are nicely milled into the surface of the sight window and the lower riser of the handle. One of the features that I espe cially like about the Mach 5 is that the stabilizer hole, cable guard hole, and arrow rest hole are drilled and tapped, no more loose bushing that you see in standard bows. The Mach 5 Competition Bow can be ordered from 50 to 80 pounds in peak weight and from 26 to 31-inch draw length. The P.S.E. 6/65 wheels are factory set at 65 percent let-off, but can be ordered at 50 percent. The 1992 Mach 5 comes standard with a short overdraw and with a micro-adjustable springy rest. This is grey anodized to complement the color of the bow’s riser. It fits nicely into a special cutout pocket just for the P.S.E. rests, and is held very secure by only one socket head bolt. This bow is very delightful to shoot. I’m sure that you will see this bow often on the winner’s circle. < Archen

News From The Industry NEW VIDEOS FROM PSE Mastering Shot Placement Bovvhunter-

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SIMPLIFY WHERE TO AIM PRECISION SHOOTING EQUIPMENT INC.

The first of PSE’s new videotape " Bo whun ter Library,” MAST E R I N G SHOT PLACE MENT offers detailed analysis and expert in struction. While it is vital to understand how to shoot, it’s equally impor tant to know where to aim and shoot for

clean and quick game harvests. MASTERING SHOT PLACEMENT ’ ’___gai ime details the location of vital organs of* big r ■___ 1. __________________________ _________________ _____ :_____ some common misconcanimals ----------- while ----- exposing .- r . . ceptions about game anatomy. The video fea tures veteran bowhunter and lecturer Shari Fraker and animal anatomy expert Dr. John Marchello. PSE Archery Engineer, Bob Rags dale also contrasts bow and rifle efficiency as it relates to shot placement. “We feel this new video will help educate novice and seasoned bowhunters alike to the importance and responsibility of perfect shot placement,” said PSE Video Manager, Mike Bingham. “We expect strong sales in the pro shop and individual bowhunter market, and even stronger sales to hunter safety and educa tion programs across the country.”

his feral hog hunting tips and tactics that he’s gained through his many years of bowhunting experience. For further information on these and other PSE videos, contact Precision Shooting Equip ment, P.O. Box 5487, Tucson, AZ 85703.

NEW “RETRACTO-REST”

The new Posi'Lock™ Cable Guard allows the archer to tune for perfect cable clearance regardless of the size of vane or feather he or she is shooting.

Yes, the new Patent Pending “Retracto-Rest” will retract at the instant of release, allowing your arrow to depart and fly unimpeded all the way to the target! A totally novel unique approach to solving arrow rest/arrow flight prob lems for all shooters; and problems associated with the use of stiffer spine carbon arrows. A definite must for those seeking the true "Gold” in the center of the target. For more information ask your dealer or write: Golden Key-Futura, Inc., P.O. Box 1446, Montrose, CO 81401.

“ALL-POWER PEEP” GK PPR Reg. Size • GK PPM Micro Size

Hog Huntin’— Bowhunting Backwoods Rooters New from PSE’s Adventures in Video. Five bow hunting experts attempt tree stand and stalk ing techniques on crafty wild pigs— a tough task anytime, but especially in die hot and humid southern sum mertime. Hunt ing wild hogs is a favorite year’round pastime in Georgia and other southern states while affording a perfect opportunity to sharpen hunting skills for whitetail and other big game. HOG HUNTIN’ features Pete and Laura Shepley and PSE Regional Sales Manager Jim Landrum. A native Georgian, Landrum relates

BEAR’S POSI-LOCK™ CABLE GUARD TUNES TO VARIED SHOOTING STYLES

If you haven’t gotten excited about a cable guard, you haven’t seen the new Posi-Lock™ Cable Guard developed for the 1991 lines of Bear and Jennings bows. The Posi-Lock™ Cable Guard is not simply tightened and held in place merely by bolt fric tion. It positively locks in place so there is no possibility of slipping as adjustments are made for just the right amount of fletching clearance. With nine possible settings—one every 20°— the archer has a wide range of options for ensur ing complete feather and vane clearance. As an added benefit, many of the 1991 Bear and Jennings bows come standard with mount ing bushings so that the archer may choose to attach the Cable Guard either above or below the grip! For more infonnation contact Bear Archery Inc., 4600 S.W. 41 Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32601, (904) 376-2327.

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The new “All-Power Peep” is a revolutionary advancement with regards to the age old prob lem of using a bowstring lens, distorted vision and lack of seeing your aiming dot and bubble level while shooting. Brace Yourself for Some Astonishing News! Using die “All-Power Peep” you will be able to use any power scope, and still be able to see your aiming dot and level bubble simultaneously! Truly, the most significant advancement in archery of die decade! For more information ask your dealer or write: Golden Key-Futura, Inc., P.O. Box 1446, Montrose, CO 81401.

This soft rubber nok-point now replaces brass nok-sets as an arrow nocking point. Installs quickly and easily with standard nok-set pliers. Stops grooving and cracking of arrow nocks; lasts thousands of shots. A must for finger/release shooters and gives perfect arrow flight. Sold by TRU-F1RE CORPORATION, N7355 State St., N. Fondu Lac, WI 54937-1572

DRESSING & PROCESSING VIDEO AVAILABLE FROM BEAR VIDEO THEATRE

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“Field Dress ing & Deer Processing Marie Easy" is a new onehour instruc tional video from Bear Video Theater.

It is often said that once your deer is down, the fun is over and the real work begins. This need not be the case, though, says California’s Pat Young, a professional butcher by vocation and a hunter by avocation, who teamed with rhe Bear Archery video staff to produce Field Dressing & Deer Processing Made Easy. With rhe deft use of hunting and kitchen knives and sharpening tools available to most hunters. Young capably field dresses a young Alabama whitetail buck. Following that presen tation in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step instnictional method, Young carefully takes the deer apart and packs it for the freezer. Even the most finicky family will believe you purchased your venison at a supermarket! Instructional time for the VHS format tape is 58-1/2 minutes. For more information contact Bear Archery Inc., 4600 S.W. 41 Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32601, (904) 376-2327. BEAR POCKET BOW SQUARE DESIGNED FOR CONVENIENCE The Bear Pocket Boiv Square conveniently fits in a field pack and helps you keep your gear in proper tune on even the most rugged hunt. Bear Archery’ offers the Pocket Bow Square

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(904)^376 2327

^v^’’ Gainesville, FL 32601,

JENNINGS MINIMUM INTERVAL SIGHT DEVELOPED FOR SPEED BOWS & 3-D SHOOTERS The Jennings Minimum-Interval Sight provides least-

Chuck Adams. Hoyt and Chuck combined to design this bow. Hoyt’s Super Slam FastFlite™ is I992’s hottest combination. New Super Slam Riser. Hoyt’s superior FastGlass laminated limbs. Hoyt’s patented AIM FastFlite system. And your choice of Hoyt’s SpeedCam, EnergyWheel or New for 1992, ControlCams. Don’t forget your choice of camo and target colors. Hoyt’s Super Slam FastFlite—innovation you’ve got to shoot to believe. For more information contact HOYT USA (801)363-2990.

HOYT’S NEW TOPCUT™ BROADHEAD

interval settings for today’s ultra fast speed bows, a decided advantage to bowhunters or 3-D tournament shooters drawing heavy bows.

You won’t be able to find another sight which allows least-interval sight pin settings like this new bow sight from Jennings Compound Bows. The Jennings Minimum-Interval Bow Sight was designed to accommodate ultra-fast programmed cam bows, like the Jennings Car bon Extreme™. These bows strain the limits of materials technology with arrow speeds undreamed of just a decade ago. Consequently, these speed bows need sights with ultra-tight pin settings. The Minimum-Interval Bow Sight was developed in the Gainesville, Florida research and development laboratory by Jennings engi neer Henry' Gallops, who is himself a bowhunter and 3-D tournament shooter. “We wanted a sight for the very’ ‘hot’ bow,” he said. “The Mini mum-Interval Sight is ideal for hunters shooting fast, heavy bows or for the 3-D shooting circuit, because the aiming points on the stainless steel sight pins can be set so close they actually touch. Tlie five .093" (or 3/32”) diameter pins are so adjustable the aiming points can be placed just .050" apart, center to center. It’s hard to imagine a situation where you would need to be more exact than that with any bow and arrow." The Jennings Minimum-Interval Bow Sight is sold in anodized black for hunters or in pol ished aluminum for 3-D or tournament shooters. Graduated scales on the aluminum frame indi cate windage and elevation reference points. A pin guard is included. For more information contact Rick Sapp (904) 376-2327

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TARGETS SPORTING GOODS INDEPENDENTS

Software System/Hardware System Set-Up In-Store.

NEW SUPER SLAM FAST FLITE™ BY HOYT USA Hoyt’s New Super Slam FastFlite™ bow is innovation! I n n o v a 11 o n brought together by Hoyt's world class engineering and the world wide bowhunter experience of

Trophy tough. Hoyt’s NEW To p C u t™ Broadhead is just what you need to bag the trophy of a lifetime. You know you can count on TopCut performance. The Hoyt TopCut Broadhead weighs in at a light 125 grains and measures a full 1-1/8 in cut ting diameter. With its leading cutting edges, penetration is unsurpassed. Thick, .040 diameter blades yield unrivaled durability'. Don’t let that trophy pass you by, make your dream come true today with Hoyt’s New Top Cut™ Broadhead. For more information contact HOYT USA (801)363-2990.

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Norman Archers’ Wholesale announces a new organizational tool,' ENTITY BUSINESS SYS TEMS SOFTWARE, for improving the daily business procedures and profit-making objectives of independent sporting goods dealers. As a spe cialized, user-friendly, computer software system, this business management concept is designed to benefit retailers of archery, fishing tackle, firearms and general sporting goods equipment. ENTITY incorporates even1 customer point-of sale transac tion while providing better customer service and improving the store’s bottom-line profit picture. For more information contact: Entity Business Systems 1 (800) 234-1811. .Archer.-

NEW 3-D TARGETS PRONGHORN ANTELOPE AND LARGE DEER SNEAK

PRO LINE’S GAME POINT: NOT FOR WOMEN ONLY

PEARSON ARCHERY 1992 IBO PROMOTION

WIN A PICKUP TRUCK

McKenzie Supply of Granite Quarry, NC, manufacturers of quality’ 3-D targets, would like to announce the addition of two new 3-D ani mals to their 1992 target line. The new targets are a Pronghorn Antelope and a Large Whitetail Buck in a “sneak” position. The Pronghorn Antelope is expertly sculpted in detail and size to represent an animal weighing about 110 lbs. With medium-size horns and its life-like appear ance, the new Antelope target should also work well as a decoy and should easily lure larger bucks into bow range.

The new Whitetail Buck represents a 170 lb. buck with its head lowered in a “sneak” position. The Sneak position head will also interchange with the Large Alert Deer already in the 1991 line. Both new targets are of the same design and quality construction as all other McKenzie tar gets. All McKenzie targets are constructed of Elasta-Foam, a special flexible material that reseals after the arrow shaft has been removed. Bodi of die new targets feature a 3-piece design that allows them to be taken apart for transport and shipping by UPS. The interlocking 3-piece design also allows the center kill section to be replaced at a fraction of die cost of a new target. Each target is supplied with support rods for easy set-up and all deer come with new synthetic antlers. The two new additions to the McKenzie target line gives clubs and bowhunters a choice in targets ranging from a Wild Turkey to a life size Elk. McKenzie targets have been selected as the official target supplier of the 1992 IBO Triple Crown, 1992 World Championshipand the NFAA 3-D Nationals. The new Antelope and Large Deer Sneak will surely be seen on many ranges this summer. For more information contace: McKenzie Supply, P.O. Box 480, Granite Quarry, NC 28072, (704) 279-7985

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Pro Line’s new compact Game Point bows, designed for persons who require draw length under 28 inches. Pro Line Company has introduced the new Game Point, a compact, short-draw energy wheel bow designed with women in mind, but ideal for anyone who requires a draw length under 28 inches. Measuring just 36” axle-to-axle, the Game Point is available in draw lengths of 22/23” through 26/27" and 30/40 to 55/70 weights. Options include metal teardrop cables and metal tri-draw energy wheels, or Fast Flight cables and string. The teardrop model comes in black satin finish, and the Fast Flight model in the new four-color Field Grade camo. The Game Point bows are featured in the 1992 Pro Line bow catalog, available at autho rized Pro Line dealers, or write Pro Line Compa ny, 1675 W. Gun Lake Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058.

PRO-BEARING POWER GRIP RELEASE

Tru-Firc has introduced a dynamite new wrist strap on its popular Pro-Bearing release. This Trebark camouflage strap will fit ALL sizes and either right or left hands. This comfortable strap makes pulling heavy bows easier. The strap will also fold quickly and easily out of the way for pulling arrows, climbing trees, etc. The Pro Bearing Power Grip release rotates, loads and locks automatically, is super smooth and will nor damage bow strings. Sold by TRU-FIRE COR PORATION, N7355 State St., N. Fond du Lac,

At the 1992 IBO World Cham pionships in Annis ton, Alabama on August 15, 16 & 17. Pearson Archery will award a Chevy S-10 to die highest scoring Registered Pearson Shooter after the first two days of shooting (August 15th &. 16di). All you have to do is beat out die other Pearson shooters! ADVANTAGE BONUS Advantage bow shooters will also be compet ing among themselves for the highest total score among Advantage bow shooters during the first two days of shooting. The Advantage shooter that has die highest score will win a $5000 U.S. savings bond. Factory sponsored shooters are ineligible for this promotion. (Factory sponsored shooters include Pro-Staff, Hunting staff or any shooter that receives bows, expenses, or other compensa tion in return for shooting Pearson equipment.) For further information regarding this promotion please contact Jim Taylor at Pearson Archery' (501)534-6411.

NEW MODEL 1300-3D TARGET SIGHT FROM TOXONICS

The new model 1300-3D target sight (patent no. 402560) from Toxonics, is designed for 3-D move able pin class. The sight and the extension weighs approxi mately 10 ounces. The sight has all die strength and versatility that Toxonics’ sights are known for. The model 1300-3D features: • Light weight • All metal construction • Vertical and horizontal micro adjust • Push-button, internal lead screw design for major vertical adjustments • Front mounted yardage marker • Clear, sec-dirough pointer • One-piece, heavy duty extension bar • May be used for right or left hand For more information contact: Toxonics Man ufacturing, Inc., 796 Hoff Rd., O’Fallon, MO 63366, Phone (314) 272-5530.

MOUNTAINEER The smoothest bow you will ever shoot!! • With the combination of the 80% let-off eccentric, laminated glass recurve limb, and magnesium center shot riser, the MOUNTAINEER is the fastest bow in the world at 14 lbs holding weight.

• DRAW WEIGHT - 70 LBS. • HOLDING WEIGHT - 14 LBS. • ARROW - 30" CARBON •SPEED-251 F.P.S. • Trophy bucks taken with a JLJ Mountaineer 80% let-off. “to harvest a trophy buck you need every advantage available. Holding my 85 lb. Mountaineer for over 4 1/2 minutes before taking the best shot, was the biggest advantage I've had in 25 years of bowhunting'’. Charles Nease - President

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• Local and national shooters are winning on the 3-D tournament trail shooting over 300Fps. with the Mountaineer and 80% let-off eccentrics • At the FNAA 3-D Nationals, the Mountaineer won 3 National Titles: Pro Team-Dusty Nutter, Pro Bowhunter Unlimited-Gary Witter, Bowhunter Unlimited-Guy Euler

• MOUNTAINEER • RANGER • HYPER-FLITE •Draw lengths: 24-33" •Pro Series and 3-D Series available in all models •Draw weight: 3S-100 (15 lb. range) •Also available in 55% & 65% •Limited lifetime warranty

MOUNTAINEER ARCHERY, INC.

P.O. Box 2208 Huntington, WV 25722 (304) 525-9222

Adjustable Let-off modules now available 80-75-70-65%

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TOURNAMENT DATE:

TOURNAMENT DATE: June 20 & 21, 1992

June 20 & 21,1992

TOURNAMENT HOST Rocky Mountain Bowman

TOURNAMENT HOST: Tri-County Rod & Gun Club

DIRECTIONS TO RANGE: 1/2-mile south of Leadville on Hwy 24; turn left on airport road; go 1/2-mile; turn left on gravel road; go 1/2 mile to range.

DIRECTIONS TO RANGE: 6 miles west of Bonner Springs, KS on Hwy 32.

PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 19, 1992.

SEND APPLICATION TO: Jean Dawson, Tri-County Rod & Gun Club, RR=1, Box 357, Linwood, KS 66052.

SEND APPLICATION TO: Rocky Mountain Bowmen, P.O. Box 171, Leadville, Colorado 80461.

LATE REGISTRATION: Friday night till 10:00 PM. NO SATURDAY REGISTRATION.

LATE REGISTRATION: Friday, June 15, noon till 8:00 PM at range, and Sac morning 6:00 to 7:00 AM.

SHOOTING SCHEDULE: Saturday: 9:00 Start 28 Field, 14 Animal. Sunday: Start will be announced Saturday, 28 Hunter.

SHOOTING SCHEDULE: Saturday: 7:30 AM Opening Ceremony, 8:30 AM Field Round, 2:00 PM Animal Round. Sunday: 8:00 AM Hunter Round. ACCOMMODATIONS: Primative camping at range. Hotels, motels and RV parks available in the Leadville area. For more information, contact Leadville Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 861, Leadville CO 80461, (719) 486-3900. MISCELLANEOUS: Concessions sold at range. Be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions. Elevation 10,000 ft.

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ACCOMMODATIONS: KC, KS American (913) 299-2999; Lorance, KS Best Western (913) 2998416, Holiday Inn (913) 841-7077, Super 8 (913) 842-5721.

MISCELLANEOUS: Meals will be served both day

TOURNAMENT DATE; June 20 & 21, 1992 TOURNAMENT HOST New York Field Archers & Bowhunters

DIRECTIONS TO RANGE: Approximately eight miles west of Watkins Glenn, NY. Take County Rd #23 to Mud Lake Road, turn left to Tower Hill Rd., turn right until you reach gate to Sugar Hill Recreation Area.

PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE:

June 8, 1992. SEND APPLICATION TO: Joyce Lang, 369 Overlook Rd., Pleasant Valley, NY 12569.

LATE REGISTRATION: June 19, 1992 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Headquarters Building at Sugar Flill Rec. Area. No registrations received on Saturday or Sunday. Refunds for no-shows handled by host, 90% of registration fee refunded. SHOOTING SCHEDULE; 9:00 AM Saturday—28F, 14A. 9:00 AM Sunday—28H. Note: 8:00 AM Assembly Sat. & Sun. ACCOMMODATIONS: Seneca Lodge (607) 535-2014, KOA Campgrounds (607) 535-2706, Paradise Campgrounds (607) 535-9969, Colonial Hotel (607) 535-7545, Watkins Glen State Campgrounds.

Bed & breakfast and private homes are available by contacting Schuyler Co. Chamber (607) 535-4300. MISCELLANEOUS: The tournament is being held in the Finger Lakes area of NY State, very scenic, many things of interest for you. Bring your camera, enjoy the many things to see, and visit the wineries.

GREAT LAKES Great Lakes Outdoor TOURNAMENT DATE: June 13 & 14, 1992

TOURNAMENT HOST: Kenosha Bowmen DIRECTIONS TO RANGE: 1-94 to Hwy 50 in Kenosha, 2 miles west on Hwy 50. Range on south side of road. PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 7, 1992.

SEND APPLICATION TO: Joel Lepouce, 7920 104th Ave., Kenosha, WI 53142, (414) 694-6639 after 5PM. LATE REGISTRATION: June 12 by 9PM at the Kenosha Bowmen Range.

SHOOTING SCHEDULE: Shotgun start, assemble 1/2-hour before shooting. Shooting starts at 9:30 AM on Saturday and 9:00 AM on Sunday. ACCOMMODATIONS: Best Western (414) 857-7699, Howard Johnson (414) 857-2311, Super 8 (414) 857-7963, Budgetel (414) 857-7911, Knights Inn (414) 857-2622. All at intersection of 1-94 and Hwy 50, within 2 miles of the range.

NEW ENGLAND New England Outdoor TOURNAMENT DATE: June 20 & 21, 1992 TOURNAMENT HOST: Lunenburg Sportsmen Club DIRECTIONS TO RANGE: From Rt. 2A take Lancaster Ave., left onto Page St., right onto Reservoir Rd., right into club. From Rt. 2 take Lunenburg Rd., exit right onto Leominster-Shirley Rd., left onto Reservoir Rd., left into club.

PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE: None.

SEND APPLICATION TO: Ruby Shannon, 96 Lake Front, W.D., Lunenburg, MA 01462. LATE REGISTRATION: None. SHOOTING SCHEDULE: Saturday: Rounds 28F/14A; Sunday Round 28H.

ACCOMMODATIONS: Holiday Inn-North Main St., Leominster (508) 537-1661; Susse Chalet, Rt. 2 at Rt. 113 exit, Leominster (508) 537-8161; Thunder Bird, 299 Lunenburg St., Fitchburg (508) 342-6001; Super 8 Motel, 482 North Main St., Leominster (508) 537-2800.

SEND APPLICATION TO: Janice Merrifield, 282 Larry Drive, Duncanville, TX 75137. LATE REGISTRATION: Until 8:00 AM, June 13, 1992. SHOOTING SCHEDULE: Saturday: 9:00 AM Assembly for target assignment and instruction. Start shooting at 9:30 AM. Sunday: 8:30 AM Assembly for instructions. Start shooting at 9:00 AM.

ACCOMMODATIONS: Hampton Inn (Host), Duncanville, 298-4747; Ramada Inn, Grand Prairie, 263-4421; Lexington Suite, Dallas, 298-7014; Royal Inn, Duncanville, 296-9230; Motel 6, Duncanville, 296-0345; Motel 6, Grand Prairie, 642-9424; Allstar Inn, Duncanville, 296-3331. MISCELLANEOUS: Late registration will be accepted at tournament site practice range on Friday, June 12, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday, June 13, 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM.

SOUTHEAST Southeast Outdoor

TOURNAMENT DATE: June 13& 14, 1992 TOURNAMENT HOST Percy Quinn Archery Club

SOUTHERN

DIRECTIONS TO RANGE: Exit #13 1-55 Hwy. South of McComb. Follow signs to Percy Quin State Park.

Southern Outdoor

PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Received (in hand) by June 8.

TOURNAMENT DATE: June 13 & 14, 1992 TOURNAMENT HOST Irving Bowhunters Association

MISCELLANEOUS: Breakfast available at range on Sat. & Sun. Camping available with electric and water at the clubhouse.

DIRECTIONS TO RANGE: On Loop 12 between 1-30 and 1-20. Take Loop 12 to Keeneland exit. Go south on the west access road to the I BA Range.

For further information call Blaine Frye, days (414) 654-7199, evenings (414) 652-5153.

PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 30, 1992.

SEND APPLICATIONS TO: Billy Jacobs, 367 Bendat St., Me Comb, MS 39648 (601) 684-3224.

LATE REGISTRATION: Until 9:00 PM at the range, June 12, 1992. SHOOTING SCHEDULE: Sat. June 13; 28 Field, 14 Animal. Assemble 7:30 AM, to targets at 8

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ANSWERS (Continued from page 12) that it can be accurately aimed and shot from the bow with minimum deflection. When the archer’s fingers are used to draw the release the bowstring, the fletchcd end of the arrow will usually clear a well-constructed arrow rest due to the contortions of the arrow shaft known as the “archers paradox.” This phenomenon is characterized by a bowing or bending of the arrow shaft timely around the arrow resr/ledge support, and results in the clearing of vanes and feathers. The pri mary cause of archers paradox is due to the sudden propulsive force delivered by the string and the violent jumping of the bowstring oft the finger tips which causes the arrow to buckle inwardly in a horizontal plane. As we know, it is the second rebounding bend that allows the arrow to clear the bow and the arrow rest as well. In recent years, the described dis turbances have been largely overcome through the use of mechanical release aids comprised of plastic hooks, rope releases and mechanical sear release aids. Hence, release aids provide a one-point contact with the bow string, resulting in more uniformity and increased accuracy from shot to shot. Consequently, more energy and propulsive force is imparted and trans ferred to the arrow, virtually reducing and eliminating the archer’s paradox almost completely. However, further complications are introduced through the use of mechanical release aids. For certain, slow motion photos have revealed that release aid shot arrows undergo substantial rapid vertical oscillations in place of sidewardly induced contor tions and now require a different approach to the design and function of arrow rests. Accordingly, 1 sincerely believe that the need for an improved arrow rest which can be used with all types of mechanical release aids has been met with the introduction of the “forked” “V-notched” launcher type rests and flexible shoot-through rests which yield downwardly and flex when shot. These specialty rests are

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designed to provide the necessary downward give which allows the arrow shaft to depart in a straight line path towards the target. The mentioned downward give factor has brought about the develop ment of spring-loaded arrow rests we know today. It is common knowledge that heavier poundage bows with heavy arrows require a stiffer return spring setting than contrasting lighter arrow tackle setups. Unfortunately, there is no written memorandum that outlines exacting arrow weight loads and corresponding spring tension settings. However, the popular procedure utilized and recom mended follows:

Adjusting Spring Loaded Arrow Rests 1. Adjust return spring bras to a light medium setting. 2. Holding bow in an upright down range position, nock arrow and place shaft onto arrow rest. 3. Without drawing bow, visually make sure that the physical weight of the arrow, in static position, does not sag rest or cause rest to depress. 4. If arrow causes rest to depress, increase spring tension until rhe rest barely supports the arrow without depressing or giving downward under the static load of the arrow in perched position. 5. If arrow does not depress and

remains static under the load of the arrow, loosen return spring bias until the rest depresses slightly then readjust or increase spring bias until the rest supports the arrow. 6. Paper rest your setup making sure you are getting a good bullet-hole pat tern. If you continually get a nock high rip, your return spring bias is set too stiffer is set at maximum and must be loosened or reduced. Please bear in mind that there are many differences of opinion regarding setting of spring tension, choice of equipment, tuning and all theory in general. Some top IBO shooters set their rests to the point that the return spring setting barely allows the launcher to flex downward contending that they group best with return springs set stiff or at maximum bias. As the old adage reminds us, it is not wise to argue with success nor with opin ions of customers!

Correction In my article entitled New “Face” Commentary, there were at least two errors, on my behalf, regarding the tar get face sizes which must be rectified. All references with regards to IScm FITA faces should read 40cm which is the official size of all “Vegas” target faces. I also made mention to the “ALOA” test face which should have been labelled 30cm instead of 12cm.

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