The club was founded in 1988, we moved into our current range in 1990 and started our outdoor range in 1996.
The Indoor Target Range is open from November until April. Outdoor Range runs May - October.
Upcoming Events
June 14, 2026
Two Shoot Options:
Modified 1440 (not registered)
u21 & up: 70m / 60m / 50m / 30m
u18 & under: 60m / 50m / 40m / 30m
Price: $40 donation
Registered Field Round:
9am and 12pm
$30 for 1 round or $50 for both rounds
Practice 8am - 9am
Pre-registration to thunderheadarchers@gmail.com
Forms & Scoresheets:
Scott's Shootout - Outdoor Edition: Scott's Shootout - Indoor Edition:Scott's Shootout
A Double Elimination Fun Shoot with Handicap Scoring
Handicap elimination scoring is a method used in archery competitions to even out the playing field between competitors of different skill levels. In this scoring system, each archer is given a handicap score based on their skill level. This handicap score is added to their actual score at the end of the round.
For example, if an archer with a handicap score of 5 shoots a score of 80, their total score for that round would be 85 (80 + 5). Meanwhile, an archer with a handicap score of 0 who shoots a score of 80 would have a total score of 80.
The handicap scores are determined based on an archer's previous performances in competitions or rounds. The idea is to give less experienced or less skilled archers a chance to compete on a more level playing field with more experienced or skilled archers.
As the competition progresses, the archers with the lowest total scores (actual score + handicap score) are eliminated until a winner is determined. This scoring system helps to create a more exciting and competitive environment in archery competitions, and it also allows archers of all skill levels to participate and enjoy the sport.
