How to Make a Three Dimensional Archery target
Archery is a sport that has been around for ages. If you think about it, even many cave drawings of ancient civilizations portray archery in one way or another. Just remember that like any sport you will need to practice it in order to master it. Make a three dimensional archery target to help you become a master marksman in no time.
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Things You'll Need
- Spray Foam
- Foam Turkey Decoy
- 2 - 3 feet long 2X4's
- 1 - 1 foot long 2X4
- Screws
- Drill
Instructions
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Go to your local sports supply store and buy a hollow foam turkey decoy. You can really buy any decoy you like. Just remember that the larger the decoy, the more foam you will need. It really depends on how much money you want to spend to make your target.
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Take your spray foam and spray a light layer covering the sides of the inner part of your decoy. Let this first layer dry completely (at least 24 hours).
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Spray another layer. Once your first layer has dried, spray another layer in the same manner and let it completely dry. Repeat this process until your decoy is completely filled in with your spray foam. This can take quite a while, but is completely worth it once you are finished.
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Build your stand. Take the two 3-foot long 2x4's and place them vertical to each other. Place the 1-foot 2x4 on top of both of your 3-foot pieces to form an "H." Screw the boards into place.
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Using your electric screwdriver, screw your decoy in a standing position to the center of your "H" stand. This should give it enough support to stand up straight while you shoot at it. If you chose a larger decoy than a turkey you may need to increase the length of the 2x4's to help stabilize your target.
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Tips & Warnings
Be sure and wait till your decoy has completely dried before shooting at it. If the inside has not set it could leave a sticky mess on your arrows.
Archery can be a very dangerous sport. Be sure to only aim at areas where there are no people or houses that you could accidentally hit if you were to miss your target.
- Photo Credit Nationalgeographic.com
