Archery clinic to be held Aug. 25 at MDC's Andy Dalton Range

ASH GROVE, Mo. - An increasing number of people are becoming interested in archery for hunting and for recreational target shooting.

People who are interested in learning more about the basics of multiple methods of archery should sign up for the Missouri Department of Conservation's (MDC) program "Learning Archery: All Methods" on Aug. 25 at MDC's Andy Dalton Range and Outdoor Education Center. This free program will be from 4-5:30 p.m. The Dalton Range is located at 4897 N. Greene County Farm Road 61. People can register for this program at:

https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/199343

At this program, MDC Assistant Outdoor Education Center Manager Steve Govero will cover the basics of several methods of archery. Types of archery he will discuss will include compound bow, long bow, crossbow, and atlatl. This program will feature both a classroom portion and an outside portion where participants will have a chance to shoot various types of archery equipment in a hunting situation. Archery equipment will be provided by the Dalton Range. Though this program is free, registration is required to participate. Use the link above.

People can stay informed about upcoming programs at MDC's Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center and other MDC facilities by signing up for text alerts and e-mail bulletins. People who have questions about how to sign up for text alerts from the Dalton Range can call 417-742-4361.

Staff at MDC facilities across the state are holding in-person and virtual programs. A listing of these programs can be found at mdc.mo.gov/events.