How to do ... Archery?

From: Scotland on Sunday | Date: April 20, 2003 | Copyright information

What is it?

Bow, arrow, target. Green tights optional. Archery is one of the world's oldest activities, but from prehistoric man to modern exponent, little has changed in basic equipment or premise.

Two basic forms of the sport are practiced, each with a different emphasis.

Target archery is the Olympic form of the sport and takes place on flat terrain. Archers shoot a number of arrows, known as a round, at targets over distances of up to 90 metres for men and 70 metres for women, with points awarded for accuracy. Indoor archery for winter has smaller target faces and closer distances.

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