Archery

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Archery is the skill of using a bow to propel arrows. It can be used in hunting, but is also a competitive sport and recreational activity. Nearly everyone — regardless of age, size, or physical ability — can succeed at archery.

Great Places For Archery

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Jackson
The Lake City Shooting Range is located on the north side of Landahl Park, on Hwy FF (old Truma
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lake at Maintz WP
Cape Girardeau
The Maintz Wildlife Preserve is an 804-acre area of rolling hills located in northwestern Cape

Events

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Registration period: March 1 - March 26
Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 1:00 pm - Tuesday, March 26, 2024 3:00 pm
Location: Runge Conservation Nature Center

Archery is a fun, lifetime sport that all can enjoy. Learn the basics of archery and how to shoot safely, then practice your newly learned skills under the supervision of MDC staff. Dress for the weather in closed-toe shoes. All equipment is provided. Registration required. Ages 7+

Note: Runge's outdoor range may not be accessible to participants who use a wheelchair or crutches. Please check for availability of an all-terrain wheelchair by contacting the program instructor at least two weeks in advance of the program date.
Registration period: March 1 - March 27
Date: Wednesday, March 27, 2024 4:00 pm - Wednesday, March 27, 2024 6:00 pm
Location: Shenandoah Elementary

Join us at Shenandoah Elementary School to learn about the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP). NASP is a national program that teaches Olympic-style target archery to students in grades 4-12.

Visitors will have the chance to view the archery range layout and equipment, visit with MDC staff regarding implementation and equipment grants, and hear from teachers and students who participate in MoNASP.

Participants can come and go anytime during the event.

Registration period: March 1 - March 25
Date: Saturday, March 30, 2024 8:00 am - Saturday, March 30, 2024 2:00 pm
Location: UCM Shooting Range

Participants will experience Shotgun Shooting, Patterning, Archery., Pellet guns, Hunting Techniques and Safety and Fishing (weather permitting)

For more information Call 660-530-5500

Registration period: February 15 - March 29
Date: Saturday, March 30, 2024 8:00 am - Saturday, March 30, 2024 12:00 pm
Location: August A Busch Shooting Range
This program will teach the fundamentals of archery including equipment, safety, stance, and shooting techniques. This event will take place on the static archery range. All equipment will be provided.
Registration period: March 23 - April 5
Date: Saturday, April 6, 2024 8:00 am - Saturday, April 6, 2024 9:30 am
Location: Jay Henges Shooting Range

Join our instructors as we learn the fundamentals of shooting archery. This program begins in the Education Center then moves to the static archery range. This is a fun program for the entire family, ages 9 and up

Registration period: February 7 - April 12
Date: Saturday, April 13, 2024 10:00 am - Saturday, April 13, 2024 11:00 am
Location: Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center
Enrich your life by nature immersion to reduce stress, improve sleep and many more possible health benefits! Create a wildflower seed paper Earth, learn about native wildflowers, get a free tree seedling and learn how to plant and take care of it. Nature Rx topics to look forward to this year include: archery, atl atl, kayaking, work and learn style programs and more!
Registration period: April 1 - April 13
Date: Saturday, April 13, 2024 1:00 pm - Saturday, April 13, 2024 3:00 pm
Location: Runge Conservation Nature Center

Join us as we learn the basics of how to safely shoot a crossbow. Meet at the Runge outdoor pavilion before heading to the Runge outdoor range. Dress for the weather in closed-toe shoes. All equipment is provided. Registration required. Ages 12+

Note: Runge's outdoor range may not be accessible to participants who use a wheelchair or crutches. Please check for availability of an all-terrain wheelchair by contacting the program instructor at least two weeks in advance of the program date.
Registration period: February 7 - April 12
Date: Saturday, April 13, 2024 6:30 pm - Saturday, April 13, 2024 8:00 pm
Location: Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center
Shoot the breeze and archery targets and enjoy an interpretive nature stroll down the Hickory Grove trail. Please wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. One adult required for every 2 kids ages 8-11. We also now have smaller bows and shorter arrows for ages 5-7.
Registration period: February 16 - April 18
Date: Saturday, April 20, 2024 9:00 am - Saturday, April 20, 2024 10:30 am
Location: Adlyne Freund Center at Shaw Nature Reserve

Are you someone that has never shot a bow and arrow before and you’re not sure how to get started? Or maybe you did when you were young, but never pursued the activity any further. Learn the basics of shooting the bow and arrow utilizing some of the techniques and methods that have been adopted by the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP). This course is for those 10 years of age or older with the desire to shoot a bow and arrow but have little or no experience. Note: All equipment will be provided by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Not recommended for adults with shoulder or back injuries.

* Classes will be CANCELLED if we encounter inclement weather.

Date: Saturday, April 20, 2024 10:00 am - Saturday, April 20, 2024 2:00 pm
Location: Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center
There are many opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy nature in Jackson County! The Missouri Department of Conservation is partnering with Blue Springs and Jackson County Parks and Recreation to offer this celebration of the outdoors in our community. The event will be held at Rotary Park, 600 NW Vesper St, Blue Springs, MO 64014. Activities include fishing, wild edible plants, birding, outdoor yoga, archery and so much more! There will be something for all ages.