Bows

Public Service Announcement:

The first cool mornings are upon us, and I saw a fat herd of deer on Thursday's four-mile run around the rural roads near the Hall. Many of you will be getting in shape for the archery season, which starts in about three weeks.

Let's not forget some basic safety tips! Here we have a useful video on avoiding common user errors with a compound bow.



Here is a video by "Captain Tactical," who didn't abide by those rules.



The "no-dry-fire" rule applies to crossbows as well.



On the other hand, you do have to give that fellow credit for his extraordinary self-control under the circumstances.