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The history of Archery goes back thousands of years. There have been stone arrowheads found dating as far back as over 25,000 years . Bows and arrows were first used for hunting purposes.
Egyptians did archery dating back over 5,000 years. Other people and armies over east also used archery, including the Chinese, the Japanese. The Native American tribes were also very good at archery. Various woods and bones were used for the bows. The string might have been of sinew or of linen/flax thread. The arrows would had feathers, and would either have had a flint head attached with sinew, or simply had the end of the arrow shaft itself shaped to a point.
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∙ 12y agoIt really depends on where you are. I personally know a lot of archers and am one myself. we all compete in a league just for fun.
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∙ 11y agoArchery is an active sport and has a rich history. Archery is not as common of a hobby. Archery is a fun hobby and is enjoyed by many generations of people.
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Where is the sport of archery popular?
in Korea....
Where can one hear archery talk shows?
Archery is a very popular sport that many individuals enjoy participating in. One can read and hear archery talk shows on websites such as Archery History.
Which viswa vidyalaya was popular for archery in India?
nalanda
When and who made archery popular again?
robby hoodson in 2231
What country is archery popular in?
Archery is most popular in the US with Korea being the second runner up. The movie, The Hunger Games has greatly increased the popularity of archery in the United States.
What are popular camp activities?
popular camp activities are bike trails,swimming,skiing,archery,and ziplining.Josalyn Abagail Kennedy
What sports are popular sports in Tibet?
They do a lot of gambling, play archery, play polo, and soccer.
What are some popular brands of archery bows?
Some very popular brands of archery bows include Hoyts, Mathews, and PSE. Brands like Hoyts and PSE are generally good for target shooting whereas all three brands are well-known as hunting brands.
What do people shoot arrows at?
Archery, and some types of hunting.
What is sky archery?
sky archery was a brand of archery like a sky conquest
What are the regulation in archery?
there are no regulations of archery
Why is archery cool?
Archery is an interesting sport improves your personality, looks cool and attractive. Its an ancient sport has become popular today due to movies and fictional character, so people find it cool. This sport is safest and need amazing eye coordination skills, you will find best archery supplies at SaffordSportingGoods.
