Things to think about when choosing arrows for compound bow

Archery is a sport where the popularity fluctuates but when you get your hands on a set of bow and arrows and you start to shoot a target, you will find it very exciting and challenging.

It is important to have an understanding of the sport you participate in and archery is no different. You should have an understanding of the basic rules before you start although you can also get lessons for this. It is important to use good quality supplies where possible as you will generally see better results. You can save yourself some money by looking at used compound bows before buying brand new.

There are a few different kind of arrows you can get and some people will prefer one type over another. There are a few things that you should know when you look for arrows for compound bows. You should bear in mind the following.

Whether you are a beginner or an advanced archery player, you should know that your arrows should be straight. Be sure to check the arrow for some curves or bumps. These minor defects can affect your arrows’ performance. The less straight they are, the harder it will be to hit the target.

They are made of several different types of material. Wood, fibreglass, aluminium, and carbon are some of the most commonly used. These materials have their won features and benefits. For instance, aluminium and carbon arrows are lighter than wood or fibreglass. Fibreglass is a bit heavy but they are more durable than the others. The type of arrow you buy will depend on your needs.

Players who compete in archery competitions use a different kind of arrows compared to players who are still training. If in doubt, you might want to lookat aluminium arrows as they are excellent all rounders . They will also last you quite a while so you can get used to handling them for the first time.

RV Camping Tips

RV camping can make for a great trip almost anywhere, but I specify it is best in the west. In many areas, you can just drive into the desert, and stay free for up to two weeks. It’s true of most BLM (Bureau of Land Management) and national forest lands, and many state forest lands too. You have to move every two weeks, but how far are open to interpretation, and mostly yours will be accepted.

RV camping or “boondocking” is flourishing in popularity. In fact, the BLM has begun to establish special areas for longer stays, particularly in Arizona. A permit fee is about $140 now, but this allows you to stay up to six months, and you get pump stations, dumpsters and water. People are living in some of these areas. It’s cheaper than paying property taxes or rent for a lot to park on.

RV camping is common in winter in Arizona. One of the biggest gatherings of “boondockers” is in Quartzite. Several hundred thousand people spend at least part of the year in their RVs here. It’s near the California border, on Interstate 10, only 20 miles from the Colorado River. Surrounded by BLM lands, Quartzite is famous for gem shows, swap meets, and the multiplying of its population each winter.

If you ask around when you are in the desert southwest, you’ll find there are RV communities that form every winter. Some of these temporary towns like “Slab City” in California have bookstores, grocery vendors, and other businesses run by RVers. Once summer returns, these boondocks communities dissolve, and reappear again the following winter.

Just look around, and you’ll find “hidden” places where you can park your RV for a week or a month in the desert southwest. Some are inexpensive, other’s free. The Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area, for example, north of Bowie, Arizona, costs $3 per night, and has nice hot springs and plenty of wildlife. An annual permit costs $30, but you’re limited to two weeks per month (permits are sold at the BLM office in Safford). You can stay outside the fenced area free, but then you don’t get the hot springs and shaded picnic tables.

For data on other areas, contact the Bureau of Land Management. They can tell you what’s available under their jurisdiction. Also, the Woodall’s campground guide lists campgrounds that are free. Keep your eyes open for other RVs parked out in the desert or forest. Finally, ask around. Other RVers will give you the best information on RV camping.