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Activities are an essential part of Scouting, whether they are adventurous, energetic, creative or indeed all of these. Many activities may involve an element of risk, but with good training, proper equipment and responsible leadership, these risks can be recognised and minimised in order to provide adventure and excitement for all members of the Movement.

Archery

Bowley Campsite and Activity Centre offers excellent facilities with both outdoor and indoor ranges available for you to use. By prior arrangement, fully qualified instructors are normally available to put on archery for your Pack, Troop or Unit. Visit the website for further details or telephone the office to book a session on 01254 884551.

In addition, almost all clubs in the United Kingdom are able to arrange a course of six introductory lessons, which cover a basic understanding of technique and disciplines for shooting in safety and with relative accuracy. Most courses will be organised and supervised by qualified Grand National Archery Society (GNAS) coaches. Any instruction organised by a GNAS affiliated club that follows recognised procedures is covered by the Society's public liability insurance policy. An average charge of between £15.00 to £20.00 may be levied for the course of six lessons and nearly always includes the use of basic equipment. See links below for local clubs and training providers who can help you qualify as a GNAS coach.

For further info contact Bowley Scout Camp

Factsheets:

The following activity factsheets are relevent to this activity

  • FS120000 Risk Assessment
  • FS120078 Home Contacts
  • FS120081 One Day Activity Form
  • FS120406 Archery

    Policy, Organisation and Rules:

    The following activity rules are relevent to this activity

    Rule 9.1Activity Rules - Application
    Rule 9.2Preparations
    Rule 9.3Home Contact
    Rule 9.4Risk Assessment
    Rule 9.5Emergency Procedure
    Rule 9.9Use of Professional Centres and Instructors
    Rule 9.36Archery

    Local Clubs

    Bowmen of Pendle & Samlesburyhttp://www.bowmen.co.uk/
    Lancashire Archery Coaching Grouphttp://www.lancsarcherycoaching.org.uk/

    Other Links

    The Grand National Archery Societyhttp://www.gnas.org/
    The Junior Archery Web Pagehttp://www.aasinfo.demon.co.uk/