Looking for Help from the Archery Community

firechic · 10-21-2008, 10:57 AM

Hello all! I am looking for help from the archery community. I am starting a 4-H Archery program (4-H shooting sports) here in Spring, TX. We haven't even had a practice yet and I've got 19 kids wanting to shoot! Some have bows and accessories, but must don't. So what I am asking you guys for, is for any help at all. We need arrows, youth bows, arm guards, releases, finger tabs, sights, stabs, rests and hip quivers. So who wants to help out some kids get started?????

jkcerda · 10-21-2008, 11:46 AM

PM me your addy again please, thanks for the finger slings, worked great, I should have 1 or 2 releases I can throw in, ill fish for more items & should have a few brand new youth arrows.

firechic · 10-21-2008, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by jkcerda

PM me your addy again please, thanks for the finger slings, worked great, I should have 1 or 2 releases I can throw in, ill fish for more items & should have a few brand new youth arrows.

PM sent! Thank you for your help!!!!

bullfiddle · 10-21-2008, 11:58 AM

I prolly got a few things I can live without....

You got any future FBSA members in your group....

firechic · 10-21-2008, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by bullfiddle

I prolly got a few things I can live without....

You got any future FBSA members in your group....

I think I have a few...

dustinpedley · 10-21-2008, 12:51 PM

pm me your address and ill send some stuff down!

chuck7413 · 10-21-2008, 01:28 PM

Send me your address and I will see what I can send. Probably have some old releases and sights.

firechic · 10-21-2008, 02:29 PM

PM's sent. Thanks guys!!!!

firechic · 10-22-2008, 09:28 AM

bump to the top for the little guys!

Hook Em · 10-22-2008, 10:26 AM

I am sure I got some stuff...but ya'll will just have to come pick it up

dbdcougar · 10-22-2008, 11:03 AM

I have a release and some different sized aluminum arrows I could send.....add me to your PM to do list.

bbaumer · 10-22-2008, 07:04 PM

I am a 4H Shooting Sports leader and instructor in Indiana.

In Indiana we can buy through the DNR hunter ed program at significant discounts.

Not looking at the price list now but going from memory Genesis bows $111, Five dozen arrows - $153, Morrell NASP target (the big, heavy one 3'x3' with stand and cart) - $152 etc.

Check with your state's hunter ed program coordinator to see if you can get similar deals.

PSE has nice youth take-down recurves for $99 plus $17 shipping.

Morrell also makes a much cheaper, lightweight NASP target for about $50 shipped.

I have made several target butts using the foam blocks from TSC and Rural King. They work OK but not as well as store-bought targets.

Also, I encourage you to look into fundraising opportunities and make the kids earn the equipment rather than relying solely on donations.

Raffles are good, if done properly and legally. Our club recently bought a half hog from a local processor for around $150 (I think) and raffled it off at a local festival after selling $1100 in tickets.

Good luck with your program. Archery is our most popular discipline and we offer rifle, pistol, shotgun and muzzleloader as well.

firechic · 10-22-2008, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Hook Em

I am sure I got some stuff...but ya'll will just have to come pick it up

I'll send Dave by... don't y'all have a date this weekend????

firechic · 10-22-2008, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by bbaumer

I am a 4H Shooting Sports leader and instructor in Indiana.

In Indiana we can buy through the DNR hunter ed program at significant discounts.

Not looking at the price list now but going from memory Genesis bows $111, Five dozen arrows - $153, Morrell NASP target (the big, heavy one 3'x3' with stand and cart) - $152 etc.

Check with your state's hunter ed program coordinator to see if you can get similar deals.

PSE has nice youth take-down recurves for $99 plus $17 shipping.

Morrell also makes a much cheaper, lightweight NASP target for about $50 shipped.

I have made several target butts using the foam blocks from TSC and Rural King. They work OK but not as well as store-bought targets.

Also, I encourage you to look into fundraising opportunities and make the kids earn the equipment rather than relying solely on donations.

Raffles are good, if done properly and legally. Our club recently bought a half hog from a local processor for around $150 (I think) and raffled it off at a local festival after selling $1100 in tickets.

Good luck with your program. Archery is our most popular discipline and we offer rifle, pistol, shotgun and muzzleloader as well.

Thanks for the great info!!! We're working on fundraiser ideas right now. I too do not want these kids given everything to them, but yo've got to start some where. I'm hoping the kids will enjoy this stuff just as much I do.

firechic · 10-22-2008, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by dbdcougar

I have a release and some different sized aluminum arrows I could send.....add me to your PM to do list.

PM sent.....

bullspotter · 10-23-2008, 12:38 AM

I have like new tab and 2 cobra trigger releases. Pm me your address. Is this equipment the kids get to keep, or just use?

bbaumer · 10-23-2008, 08:26 AM

Another suggestion is to get as many low low poundage bows as you can.

My son has been able to draw 40# since he was 10, as have his peers that compete in NFAA events, because they were all taught proper form from an early age and shoot a lot.

You will have many kids that struggle with 10#. You'll have 15 year olds that can't draw 40#.

I have to turn most of our Genesis bows way down for most of the beginners to shoot them.

Also, the recurves and Genesis bows are great for fitting a wide range of shooters. We have some donated compounds that are not very adjustable and only one or two kids can shoot them because the poundage is relatively high and/or the draw lengths are just too long for all but a couple of the teenagers.

I have had older PSE and Bear 70#, 30" DL bows donated before that no kids can shoot. I gladly accepted the donations and sold the bows on AT and bought other needed items with the $.

MoSkeeter0311 · 10-23-2008, 02:11 PM

if there was a way to make up a donation thread. I'd throw some your way.

Wheely · 10-23-2008, 02:40 PM

Hey Firechic,

How many kids need quivers. How long are you doing this program? Short term or all the time. I am thinking, when I can get caught up, I can whip out some simple style quivers for ya. I will see what I can come up with over the next few weeks. PM Sent!!

beenfarr · 10-23-2008, 03:33 PM

If you need wrist slings let me know I have some in a box (brand new) all different colors I can ship out right away. I know your into finger slings, but if you want wrist slings I'd be happy to donate a bunch. Gotta get these kids shooting, and excited about their equipment.

Ben

firechic · 10-23-2008, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by bullspotter

I have like new tab and 2 cobra trigger releases. Pm me your address. Is this equipment the kids get to keep, or just use?

The equipment will stay with the Spring 4-H so that those who come and go will not take it with them and so others can use it too.

BUNNYMAN · 10-23-2008, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by firechic

The equipment will stay with the Spring 4-H so that those who come and go will not take it with them and so others can use it too.

SOUNDS AWESOME......

hey CHICA, what are you going to be doing for targets??

firechic · 10-23-2008, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by bbaumer

Another suggestion is to get as many low low poundage bows as you can.

My son has been able to draw 40# since he was 10, as have his peers that compete in NFAA events, because they were all taught proper form from an early age and shoot a lot.

You will have many kids that struggle with 10#. You'll have 15 year olds that can't draw 40#.

I have to turn most of our Genesis bows way down for most of the beginners to shoot them.

Also, the recurves and Genesis bows are great for fitting a wide range of shooters. We have some donated compounds that are not very adjustable and only one or two kids can shoot them because the poundage is relatively high and/or the draw lengths are just too long for all but a couple of the teenagers.

I have had older PSE and Bear 70#, 30" DL bows donated before that no kids can shoot. I gladly accepted the donations and sold the bows on AT and bought other needed items with the $.

I plan on getting the genesis or low # recurve if we have to buy any... or when we have to buy them.

BTW you're awesome with the ideas! keep'em comin!!

firechic · 10-23-2008, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by BUNNYMAN

SOUNDS AWESOME......

hey CHICA, what are you going to be doing for targets??

we are going to use the local shop for indoors (20yrds) but when we start practicing outdoors... well I don't know.... hoping to maybe raise enough money to by some or learn how to make them.

firechic · 10-23-2008, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by MoSkeeter0311

if there was a way to make up a donation thread. I'd throw some your way.

I guess if there is enough interest we could do something like that..??

BUNNYMAN · 10-23-2008, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by firechic

I guess if there is enough interest we could do something like that..??

you guys have any boat yards you can go to???

bullfiddle · 10-23-2008, 07:29 PM

La Chica I need some private info from you....

firechic · 10-23-2008, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Wheely

Hey Firechic,

How many kids need quivers. How long are you doing this program? Short term or all the time. I am thinking, when I can get caught up, I can whip out some simple style quivers for ya. I will see what I can come up with over the next few weeks. PM Sent!!

I have 19 kiddos! some have quivers, some don't. Each kidd that is shooting, has to wear proper saftey eqiupment, i.e. arm guard and quiver. The program... is actually a year round program, just like how we have different types of tournaments. 4H shooting sports is a national organization. I've just started with the archery disciple at my local club. I'm the only one certifited to teach and be with the kids at an event, until I get some more parents certified. So the program will go on as long as I have intrest.

firechic · 10-23-2008, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by BUNNYMAN

you guys have any boat yards you can go to???

I think so.... what? the foam from inside the hual?

bullfiddle · 10-23-2008, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by firechic

we are going to use the local shop for indoors (20yrds) but when we start practicing outdoors... well I don't know.... hoping to maybe raise enough money to by some or learn how to make them.

There is a guy on AT (I don't remeber his username) that sells the target bags with a target face on them. All ya gotta do is go down to the local Goodwill store and ask em for all the clothing there gonna throw out. If you use jeans and stuff with metal buttons take those off before stuffing the bags. Old blankets work the best. Stuff them bags full and so up the tops and you got some sweet bag targets for shooting outside at a fraction of the cost...

BUNNYMAN · 10-23-2008, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by firechic

I think so.... what? the foam from inside the hual?

NOPE, do they shrink wrap them for the winter or do they not do that down south????

firechic · 10-23-2008, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by beenfarr

If you need wrist slings let me know I have some in a box (brand new) all different colors I can ship out right away. I know your into finger slings, but if you want wrist slings I'd be happy to donate a bunch. Gotta get these kids shooting, and excited about their equipment.

Ben

Thanks Ben!!! Wrist slings are much easier to learn on with a compound. I'll let you know if I need some!

firechic · 10-23-2008, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by bullfiddle

La Chica I need some private info from you....

pm sent

firechic · 10-23-2008, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BUNNYMAN

NOPE, do they shrink wrap them for the winter or do they not do that down south????

to be honest I don't know

BUNNYMAN · 10-23-2008, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by firechic

to be honest I don't know

how about farms?? do they shrink wrap the round bails to look like big marshmallows???

bullfiddle · 10-23-2008, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by BUNNYMAN

how about farms?? do they shrink wrap the round bails to look like big marshmallows???

Creme of wheats?....

BUNNYMAN · 10-23-2008, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by bullfiddle

Creme of wheats?....

WHAT????

you mean, Frosted mini wheats???

firechic · 10-23-2008, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by BUNNYMAN

how about farms?? do they shrink wrap the round bails to look like big marshmallows???

yes they do... sometime in green shrink wrap

BUNNYMAN · 10-23-2008, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by firechic

yes they do... sometime in green shrink wrap

you have all the free target filling you could possibly ever need, stop and ask a farmer, they will gladly let you take it......TRUST ME......

just buy some empty target bags......

the other option is that they burn the stuff......

bullfiddle · 10-23-2008, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by BUNNYMAN

WHAT????

you mean, Frosted mini wheats???

Whatever,,,

I don't eat that crap it's supposed to be good for ya...