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Archery and Bowhunting: Frequently Asked Questions

Getting Started?

Here are some frequently asked questions:

1. What is the first step in getting started in archery?
2. How much time will it take to learn?
3. Do you have to be strong to shoot a bow?
4. Where do I go to shoot?
5. Where can I find instruction?
6. Can I rent equipment?
7. Is archery expensive?
8. Are there youth archery programs?
9. What is the basic technique?
10. What are the parts of a bow?
11. How are the targets scored?
12. What kinds of archery sports are there?
13. How do I select the right equipment for me?
14. How popular is archery?
15. How do I start/join a club?
16. What kind of practice do serious competitors undertake?
17. Where do I find the various tournament rules?
18. What kinds of contests can I enter if I'm a beginner?
19. What variables are there in tournament divisions?

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Did You Know?

Through the efforts of the ATA staff and expertise, state agencies are using federal excise tax dollars (known as Federal Aid or Pittman-Robertson funds) to establish school, after-school and community archery programs.