How to Keep a Quiver Full

Competitive archery requires controlled hand-eye movements, mental acuity and precision. For safety's sake at the range, there are rules regarding the arrows in quivers and keeping the quiver full until so directed to fire. These rules may vary depending on your club or circuit for competition, but all have a general rule regarding keeping the quivers full. Before firing at a new range, consult the range manager or the posted rules for guidelines specific to that particular range.

Instructions

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      Go to the range manager and get your arrows for the competition or practice session. Have your draw-arrow length taken and use the arrow length as dictated by the measurements. Most ranges have color-coded arrows that correspond to the length.

    • 2

      Place the arrows into your quiver, tips down. Walk to the designated firing area for your session. Always walk; do not run to the firing area.

    • 3

      Listen for two whistle blows. This is the signal that it is now OK to remove arrows, nock them, draw and fire. Keep the arrows in the quiver (a full quiver) until you hear the designated two whistle blows.

    • 4

      Leave an arrow on the ground if you drop one. Wait until you are directed to pick it up by the range manager or official. When directed, bend down, pick it up and place it back into the quiver, tip down.