Brecken Lee, May –
“Did mom say it’s ok?” – I said, “I didn’t even ask!” – replied my dad. This is the exact conversation I had with my dad the day that my home range was born. Though it’s sad to say, the 2025 archery season is coming to an end and if you are looking for ways to continue to shoot and improve over the summer, look no further. I have all of the tips and tricks for setting up a successful home range for you.
The first thing you need to do is ask your parents or guardian for permission. Once they say yes, then start setting up! What I would suggest is to find an open space, I am lucky enough to have an area indoors where I can shoot. Even though I am only able to shoot 10 meters ( and a little more ) it’s a very effective space to shoot some arrows. If you don’t have an indoor space then outdoors will work just as well. I would like to note that if you plan on shooting outside make sure to check with your local ordinances to see what guidelines you have to follow.
Once you pick out where you are going to set up, grab the equipment you are going to need, for me this was:
- A target
- A tarp (or net to catch your arrow if you miss)
- A quiver
- Your bow
- Your arrows
I currently use a Block target and a Rinehart Homework Target when I shoot. Since finding one online can be a bit hard ( especially with shipping fees ) I would suggest first looking into a local archery range in your area before making that purchase.
Next, assemble your range, have your target up against a wall (if you’re shooting inside) or in a safe place (if you’re shooting outside). Make sure to have a tarp behind the target if needed, so that you don’t end up shooting the wall, trust me I have learned my lesson! I recommend using a quiver so that you can keep your arrows together. Though you can buy one of these you can also make a make-shift one with stuff lying around your house, an old basket, bucket, or even a vase would make for a perfect quiver.
