Hundreds of archers draw their bows in P.A.

Hundreds of sharp-shooting archers gathered in Prince Albert over the weekend for provincials.

The goals and level of competitiveness amongst the archers were as varied as the colourful bows they brought with them. 

On Saturday, at least 450 archers under the age of 21 drew their bows at the Junior Olympic Program (JOP) provincials at the Alfred Jenkins Fieldhouse.

The JOP operates similar to the badge system in swim lessons, organizers explain.

Beginners first learn to shoot from 10 metres, then graduate to 15 metres and higher as they earn high scores and gain skills through the program.

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On Saturday, awards were given to those who scored high in their badge level.

The Saskatchewan Archery Association Indoor Provincial Championship took place Sunday, with 300 shooters participating.

Some are vying for spots on the national team and others for the 2015 Pan Am World Games.

There are three different types of bows used.

For example, compound bows include wheels and sights. They’re the highest technology option and are what one would see a hunter with.

The recurve is Olympic style, and while its long, curved shape is more traditional than a compound bow, it still has a sight.

The bare bows are the most difficult to shoot, and the most traditional. Lacking a sight, these bows require their owners to have a great shooting intuition.

To find out more about the Saskatchewan Archery Association, click here.

The Timberland Bowbenders, based out of Prince Albert, will host a few outdoor events this summer. For more information, click here. 

You can check out results from provincials here.

claskowski@jpbg.ca

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