Does the OAS program provide a backstop or buttress to prevent the arrows from straying?
The OAS program provides a target matt for every 3-4 archers. We also provide a safety net backstop for indoor ranges, and upon request for outdoor ranges. 3.) Is there a way to prevent arrows from being shot high into the air? There is no way to prevent an arrow from being shot high in the air other than stressing safety and urging students to use common sense. That said, students learn form and technique before every handling an arrow, and must pass a safety test before they are allowed on the range. 4.) How are distractions caused by the movement of people eliminated? On an outdoor range, there shall be no people within 50 yards behind the targets, so distraction should be minimal. On an indoor range, there should be no one behind the targets. Other than that, overcoming distractions is part of the sport, and is one of the skills that archers acquire with practice. 5.) Is there a designated safety zone around the shooters? All archers line up on a shooting line, and only instructors
