Barambah Bowhunters & Field Archers
Archery Club
Barambah Bowhunters & Field Archers was founded in 1985 in the South Burnett at Barambah near Murgon Queensland the club relocated temporarily to Wondai before finding it permanent home at Nanango in 1994.The club is open to public twice a month on Sundays from 9am.
Equipment
BOWThis may seem obvious, but it’s also the most important and often not the easiest decision to make. There are countless bow options at a number of different price points.ARROWSAnother no-brainer, but finding the right arrow for your bow is important. Try to buy your bow and arrow together to make sure you find the perfect match. If you’re not sure, have an associate help you find the perfect arrows for your bow.RELEASEAlso an aide for consistency, picking up a release, mechanical or otherwise, can greatly help you with your accuracy. Do a little research first. Try a couple of different types of releases. Then come in-store when you have a better idea of what you’re looking for.ARROW RESTThis is a device used to hold the arrow against the handle until it’s released.SIGHTMounted on the riser of your bow, a sight helps you aim your arrow.
not all bows have sites.TARGETS/FOAM BLOCKSNow that you’ve got the basics out of the way, it’s time to get in some practice. Targets can be as simple or intricate as you prefer. Just keep in mind you’ll need some sort of a backstop (or block) to stop the arrow.
Arm Guard – used to protect your forearm from the bowstring.Bow String Wax – a silicone based wax used to keep the bow in good shape.Quiver – used to store your arrowsBow Case – a container to keep your bow and arrows dry and clean.
