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3 D -  (RUBBER ANIMAL TARGET ROUNDS)

SANIFAA 3D rounds are normally shot in the 'Bowhunter' Competitions due to the limit number of 3D targets. (refer Bowhunter rounds)

Internationally, 3D is shot on the following rounds:

1.         THE IFAA CLASSIC 3D ROUND 1 ARROW ROUND

a.            Number of Targets

This Unknown (Unmarked) Distance Round shall comprise 28 targets made up of seven targets from each target group size. Host shall hold adequate targets in reserve.

b.         Arrows to be shot

The Round shall be a 1 arrow round.

c.            Distance Parameters for Target Group

The distance used for each target shall be according to the distance range for each group.  The target may be set at the minimum or maximum distance provided, or at any distance within the scale for that group. No target of the same group shall be set at the same actual distance of others in that group.

Target Group Adult distance Junior distance Cub distance

Group 1 targets 40 to 55 yards 30 to 45 yards 20 to 30 yards

Group 2 targets 30 to 45 yards 20 to 35 yards 15 to 25 yards

Group 3 targets 15 to 35 yards 15 to 25 yards 10 to 20 yards

Group 4 targets 10 to 20 yards 10 to 20 yards 7 to 13 yards

d.            Scoring

To overcome a possible lack of familiarity with targets, and score areas/zones for each type of 3D target, a picture, or photo, of the 3D target, clearly showing the score areas/ zones, is to be placed in a visible position, at or near each target shooting position. Copies may be supplied to competitors, as a part of their competitor’s kit.  To score, the arrow must be lodged in the target. A witnessed “pass-through” is to be scored as agreed on by the majority of the group. (A pass-through is defined as an arrow passing completely through the target, with material 360 degrees around the arrow path, leaving both an entrance and exit hole).

The line denoting the score areas/zones shall be in the lower scoring area/zone.

Score values shall be:

Bull (Critical) 20

Middle (Vital) 16

Outer (Wound) 10

2.         THE IFAA CLASSIC 3D ROUND  2 ARROW ROUND

a.            Number of Targets

This Unknown (Unmarked) Distance Round shall comprise 28 targets made up of seven targets from each target group size. Host shall hold adequate targets in reserve.

b.         Arrows to be shot

The Round shall be a 2 arrow round, both arrows to score.

Distance Parameters for Target Group Same as the 1 arrow round and, to include walk-up and fan shots as follows:  

Group 1 targets shall include:

Two - three yard walk-up shots with the first marker set between the distances listed for group 1 targets of the Round (2 markers), and Two fan shots with markers set at same actual distance 3 yards apart (2 markers).

Group 2 targets shall include:

Two - three yard walk-up shots with the first marker set between the distances listed for group 2 targets of the Round (2 markers), and Two fan shots with markers set at same actual distance 3 yards apart (2 markers).

No target of the same group shall be set at the same actual distance of others in that group.

Score values for each arrow shall be:

Bull (Critical) 20

Middle (Vital) 16

Outer (Wound) 10

3.         THE IFAA CLASSIC 3D ANIMAL ROUND 3 ARROW ROUND

a.            Number of Targets

This Unknown (Unmarked) Distance Round shall comprise 28 targets made up of seven targets from each target group size. Host shall hold adequate targets in reserve.

b.         Arrows to be shot

A maximum of three shots is allowed, but an archer shoots only until a score is made. If the first arrow hits the scoring area no more arrows need be shot.

c.            Distance Parameters for Target Group

The Rules for this Unknown Distance Round are the same as the 1 arrow Unknown Distance Round and, as set forth herein:

d.         Target Distances The round shall consist of the following shots:

1.         Group 1 targets:

Five - Five yard walk-up shots with the first marker set between the distances listed for group 1 targets of the Unknown Round. (3 markers), and 2 one position shots (one marker).

2.         Group 2 targets:

Five - Three yard walk-up shots with the first marker set between the distances listed for group 2 targets of the Unknown Round (3 markers), and 2 one position shots (one marker).

3.         Group 3 targets:

Seven - One position shots (1 marker) with the marker set between the distances listed for group 3 targets of the Unknown Round.

4.         Group 4 targets:

Seven - One position shots (1 marker) with the marker set between the distances listed for group 4 targets of the Unknown Round.

e.            Scoring