05-14-2008, 11:10 AM
Youngsters interested in the sport of archery are invited to attend a one-day archery event at the Bighorn Archery Range in Pueblo from 9-3 on Saturday, May 17. The Colorado Division of Wildlife (DOW) and Johnson Sport and Ski will co-sponsor the event.
<br>Activities include target practice, a fun shoot, a 3-D shoot and instruction. Boys and girls age 7-16 are invited to attend, but must be accompanied by a parent.<br>
<br>Instructors from the DOW and local archery experts will help youngsters learn the finer points of shooting a bow. The DOW will furnish the equipment.<br>
<br>"This event is a great opportunity for youngsters to learn more about this rapidly growing type of outdoor recreation and try their hand and using a bow," said Steve Lucero, an education coordinator with the DOW. "Archery is one of the world's oldest sports. It is safe and fun when done properly."<br>
<br>The Bighorn Archery Range is located just east of the DOW office at 600 Reservoir Road. The range features ten shooting stations with covered platforms.<br>
<br>For more information, call Johnson's Sport and Ski (719) 542-6012 or Division of Wildlife (719) 227-5207.
<br>Activities include target practice, a fun shoot, a 3-D shoot and instruction. Boys and girls age 7-16 are invited to attend, but must be accompanied by a parent.<br>
<br>Instructors from the DOW and local archery experts will help youngsters learn the finer points of shooting a bow. The DOW will furnish the equipment.<br>
<br>"This event is a great opportunity for youngsters to learn more about this rapidly growing type of outdoor recreation and try their hand and using a bow," said Steve Lucero, an education coordinator with the DOW. "Archery is one of the world's oldest sports. It is safe and fun when done properly."<br>
<br>The Bighorn Archery Range is located just east of the DOW office at 600 Reservoir Road. The range features ten shooting stations with covered platforms.<br>
<br>For more information, call Johnson's Sport and Ski (719) 542-6012 or Division of Wildlife (719) 227-5207.