World Archery has rulebooks for many tournaments, including field archery. Here are 5 must-haves for when you go to your first field tournament!

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1. Sight Distance Measurements

Before you head out to your first field tournament, it’s important to know the correct sight settings for each distance between 5 and 60 meters. Whether you’re a seasoned archer trying new arrows or a beginner in field archery, you need to know your sight markings.

Sight Measurement Card

For starting field archers, the easiest way to find your sight marks is to take your bow and arrows to an outdoor range. Start at the closest field distance of 5 or 10 meters, depending on your bow type. Adjust your sight until your arrows land in the center of the target face, then write that sight mark down. Next, move back in 5 meter increments and repeat the process.

You don’t need to measure every single meter, it’s a lot of work and not necessary. Most archers record marks every 5 meters and simply adjust between those marks for in-between distances. Once you have all your measurements, you’re ready for the field!

Sight Tape

On the course, you’ll see many archers using sight tapes. They’re convenient! You just set your sight to “50 meters” instead of remembering a number for that distance.

A popular tool for creating sight tapes is Archer’s Advantage. It’s a paid application, so ask around. Your fellow archers might have it and know how to use it.

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2. Target Recognition

In field archery, there are four types of target faces:

• The “bunny” face for the shortest distances
• The “four-face” (40 cm)
• The 60 cm face
• The 80 cm face for the longest distances

The 60 cm and 80 cm targets look very similar, and course setters often try to make you second-guess which one you’re shooting at.

One trick is to look at the number of people standing at the target pulling arrows:

• On a 60 cm face, only one person can comfortably stand in front of the target.
• On an 80 cm face, two people can stand side-by-side without a problem.

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3. Binoculars

Binoculars are essential in field archery. They allow you to see exactly where your arrows have landed and whether you need to adjust your sight. You can also use them to check if people are still scoring at the target or to spot arrows before you walk up.

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4. Different Nock Colours

In field competitions, you usually shoot in groups of four. If several people in your group use the same nock color, it can be tricky to spot your arrows.

If everyone has green nocks, for example, you might choose orange ones. This makes it much easier and faster to identify your arrows in the target.

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5. Mountain Shoes

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Use these tips to prepare for your next field competition! Do you have your own must-haves or tips? Send us a message on Instagram, and we’ll share your advice!