The IBO trad World will be back at TwinOaks July 2015/2016. Just want to let yall know and spread the word.Thanks for all the support we have gotten when we did the 2nd/3rd and 4th World and looking forward to doing it again. Pappy

Pappy, can't wait...Twin Oaks is a little slice of heaven in my eyes...Cloverdale is a nice shoot but it's not Twin Oaks.

Dewayne Martin

Trad Worlds at Twin Oaks is the best event in traditional archery, very glad to hear the news. Our crew will be there for sure. Thanks for hosting this again, Pappy!

Someone post pics afterwards!

TEN Thumbs up! Loved Twin Oaks two years ago when I made the trip! Traditional bowmen's paradise for sure!

Thanks guys. Pappy

I have a question. since I don't usually keep score at a 3D shoot, I was curious about the Hunter's Challenge of the IBO Trad world shoot. after looking at the website, I gather that the Hunter's Challenge is basically set up like a regular 3D shoot. Is there anything different about that course setup?

Eddie, no its the same set up as the IBO part of the shoot, with maybe a little something threw in for fun made out of steel.Listen no one will make you keep score there, they will give you cards turn them or can them that's up to you.Its a great time and you will enjoy your self, you don't have to be a great shot to have a great time. Trust me Pappy knows how the have a party !!! Thanks Pappy . Cal

Eddie, that's one of the cool things about this shoot. You'll see some of the most competitive shooters on the planet, as well as shooters who don't even bother to pick up a scorecard. And everybody's having a blast. I'm already counting the days!

Details, dates etc.

Thanks guys,that always seems to be the misunderstanding,you can shoot for fun if you like,just like any other shoot,the hunter challenge is set the same as all of our shoots,the IBO is about the same but with no doubles/bonus or senary shots but still very nice set up.Come to compete or just come and shoot,really no diferent than any other.hookman not sure on the date but am pretty sure it will be a TwinOaks the 3rd weekend of July 2015,that has always been the date for the last 5 years anyway and fell sure that won't change.More info and update as soon as I have it. Pappy

Folks, if you haven't been to an IBO Traditional World event and don't know quite what to expect, like I did, you do need to attend.

Firstly, there are some outstanding competitors from all around, even other country's. Don't let that intimidate you, they are as friendly a group of people you'll ever meet. I can say this from my own experiences.

I started my IBO Trad World visits when Twin Oaks first hosted it, been every year since, even Cloverdale last year, had a blast. Rhonda & I got to shoot with Mike & Debbie Rash w/ "Legends Bows". Where did I meet Mike, the first year Twin Oaks had this event.

Now let me say I was just going to shoot the Hunters Challenge but I though, While I was there, I'd try the IBO ranges. Boy, was I pleasantly surprised.

You will really have a great time folks.

Terry Harris

Terry, Mike and Debbie are good people. I'll bet you had a blast!

Hope to see Ian from Australia again, but he said last year was a once in a life time trip. So Ian if you see this, Nancy and I say high!

I did, as I said before, I've met some great people at these events.

Mike & I not only became fast friends, he has generously donated a "Legends Bow" to me every year since to help raise money for the local Scout camp I use for my events.

Terry Harris

The atmosphere for that shoot, at that location, probably can't be toppped anywhere. It includes everyone, period, and you can learn alot about your shooting as well. Good folks, top to bottom at Twin Oaks. Speck

Thanks guys,really looking forward to it.Yep lots of very good shooters,but that is the case at most top shoots so I see that as no reason to stay away,it just gives me more reason to go. Pappy

Has the date for this shoot been decided yet?

3rd weekend of July 2015 that should be the 17/18/19 July 2015. We are really looking forward to doing it again. Pappy

Have to agree with some of the other sentiment that's already been posted. This last one was my wife and I's 3rd IBO Worlds.....total blast! We really like the state man/woman competition the IBO added as well. As far as Twin Oaks, we attended the IBO and the Classic there....it doesn't get any better than that for a venue. Regards.

Thanks Big Dog,we love to hear that. Pappy

Been talking to Levi Bryant and we are making some plans that I think will make this even better this year,we are making some changes that will make it a lot more kid and family friendly and a few changes [to be anounced] for the main courses. Should be some good changes especially for those that want to just come enjoy and shoot for the fun of shooting ,not worried about the competition part of the event. Pappy

I went from Georgia to California one summer when I was in my 20's. With cooking, shopping, and setting up camp, we averaged about 90 miles. And that was a pretty full day. But it's a great way to see some country, and lots of nice people offered help along the way (but I had a group of high school students). Good luck and enjoy your time in the saddle. If you're in Salt Lake let me know.

Sorry Steve,not sure what you are talking about ??? I don't plan on going anywhere :) Pappy

Going to try to make it next year, shot in the first one and enjoyed it a lot. Would like to meet Pappy and see some of his bows. Is it still one stake for all shooters or is there another stake for seniors, juniors and primitive??

Where is Twin Oaks?

There's different stakes for different divisions. That's how the Trad World shoot has always been.

Stakes for Different classes however I think it's only two stakes on the hunter challenge....kids,ladies,longbows,seniors all shoot from the white stake..the recurve and recurve unaided,modern longbow all shoot from the orange stake.

Twin Oaks is about 45 minutes north of Nashville Tennessee...a little slice of heaven right there...I truly believe that God was showing off when he made twin Oaks.

Dewayne Martin

Bazooka, twin Oaks is near Clarksville TN, just up the road from Nashville. Pappy, so glad to have it return to you, we love your place, it is always our favorite place to shoot.

Well said Dewayne!

Is Rick Welch going to be there?

You'll have to ask Rick that question babysaph. He was there the last time it was at Twin Oaks.

This is a wonderful situation for me all the way around since I'm a member of Twin Oaks and on the board of directors for IBO. I'll give credit to Rod Jenkins. The first year of Trad Worlds Rod told Levy that the best place on the planet to host the Trad Worlds was Twin Oaks Bowhunters. That led to Levy approaching Pappy and we were fortunate to get three super years of Trad Worlds in at Twin Oaks. Now we return to Traditional Heaven once again.

I'll have to make sure that the Clarksville/Montgomery County deer population is reduced this season so that we don't have deer encroaching on the camping area. ;-)

Thanks guys/gals,and yes Jimmy I will try and help you out with that as if you need any help. Yall spread the word for us,we want this to be the best ever and who knows babysaph Rick just might be there,LOL Julia hope your shoulder is doing good. Pappy

Baby, why don't you come and enjoy and see if Rick shows up...

Dewayne Martin

I Love Twin Oaks. Great terrain and people; just be sure and bring some DEET because the ticks will drive you nuts if you a Northerner who is not used to them.

Those ticks are trained. Pappy wants you to come and have a good time but don't get too comfortable and try to stay. ;-)

Some years they are bad and some they aren't. We're supposed to have a hard winter this year so who knows, it might kill a lot of them off. Nevertheless, DEET is a good idea.

Who's Rick Welch ? Sorry But I just had to. LOL

Who's Rick Welch ? Sorry But I just had to. LOL

And they say I'm a trouble maker :)

Ya but you do have nice legs !! LOL

Thanks for asking Pappy, I am through with PT and DR and just have to rebuild my strength. Will start trying to shoot in a few weeks.

Good news Julia,I knew you would come throught it like the champ you are. Ya we do have ticks from time to time but not as bad mid summer if you stay out of the weeds,I am sure none of yall will be in the weeds.Who is Rick Welch,well since I don't follow the high profil shoots and shooters much all I can tell you about him is he is a great guy,fun to talk to. Hope he makes it back so babysapy will quit asking. LOL. Yep you are a trouble maker Calvin. Pappy

LOL Sorry Pappy, it was all in fun. Cal

I know. Pappy

I am going to try to make it. Will they have the heavy hunter class again?LH

LH, I don't speak for the IBO.....but I doubt it. There just didn't seem enough people signed up in the class 3 years ago to warrant it. I do hope that the lobbying for a hunter class is successful though....although I can't think of a sure fire way to come up with for specifics to classify it. All I know is that there is probably a good number of people like myself who do both with one bow (3d and hunt). Its always seemed to me to be a bit of an oxymoron to have the name be IBO (B stands for bowhunting) and to see tons of Target only setups out there. Not knockin those people, but it would be nice to have a hunting class at least. Regards.

We will announce the changes/adjustments to classes (there are several so shooters can't say we didn't listen to you) in a month or so. Certainly, not everyone will be happy but we tried to make as many adjustments as we could with the best interest of the sport in mind. There will be no class that adheres to a weight standard, but we will have a hunting type class for you. Most States require 40# to hunt so it doesn't makes sense to align hunting with heavy. It will, however, be tailored for hunting bows so that any hunter who wants to participate can do so.

More to follow.

Jimmy, that's good news....I'll be on board! Regards.

Sorry forgot my manners. Thanks IBO! Regards.

Yes, there will be a hunters type class at Twin Oaks....so all you guys that said if they had this type of class I'd come...mows your chance....I believe it will be a big class if not the biggest...

Can't wait

Dewayne Martin

I agree Dewayne,looking forward to the details,Like Jimmy said it probably won't make everyone happy but this whole IBO Traditional only world thing is a work in progress and has been trying to improve since the start,we are getting there and I think it will get better as we get it fine tuned through the years. Pappy

I, for one, really do appreciate your goal of advising competitors of next year's Trad World changes in classes and equipment requirements as early as possible this fall. It allows the opportunity to acquire and finalize our choices and changes during the slower winter months and be all ready to go for the 2015 shooting season. Pappy and Jimmy, thanks for all you efforts!

Mark

Thanks Mark,we are trying to make this appealing to everyone,we hear so much about IBO ,only for the serious competitor and we want to keep that for those that want that level of competition but also want to make it fun for those that could care less about scores and just love to shoot.That is what we are trying to do, I think we can do it with yalls help,come/try it and let us know what we need to do to make it better for all Traditional shooters and with in reason we will try and make it happen.Thanks. Pappy

Pappy, you guys achieved that goal years ago. People just haven't figured it out yet. Keep doing what you're doing!

Thanks for all the hard work Pappy it shows when one visits a club like you fellas have. The class changes will be interesting to see again. The endless suggestions you IBO reps (Jimmy) have to sort through gotta get wearisome .Whenever a new class is started I would suggest that a couple of the better archers (Jimmy ,Dewayne ,Demmer etc) practice with some beat up 1960s Grizzly with scratches and sight holes hand drilled in it and beat everyone by 50 or 100 points to show just how little the " target bow " matters. Maybe then we can all just shoot together. Just another suggestion...

I wanna see Demmer or Dewayne shoot the white widow in the pic

Its a 1975 64 inch x-10, 44 at 28, 4 inch forward handle. You get to use 24 inch long arrows

Call it a double dare

I shot the midwestern shoot with a 1968 Tamerlane last year. I won the money on that long distance elk with that bow as well. ~100 yards and hit the clay pigeon on an elk twice. Those old bows shoot great.

Gray, you bring it I'd love to shoot it a time or two....maybe all day...ilove widows of any age.....wow...that doesn't sound good.

Dewayne

Mmmm, dont know if I'm gonna let you touch my old widow

would love to attend this shoot , but is there camping on site or hotels in nearby towns

Many reasonably priced hotels nearby and camping onsite (no hookups).

Eagle this is the greatest shoot all year...guaranteed...the people the hospitality the vendors,the atmosphere...it's all amazing...you've gotta be there.

Dewayne

You guys are easy.,lol.

I will be there Fox LB and woodies can't wait!

Thanks guys,keep spreading the word,much appreciated. Pappy

I'm ready, let's get rolling!

I can't wait. There will be about 8-10 Texans show this year I think. Hopefully we can fill up that primitive division. Pappy work on that from your side. Let's make primitive come alive in the IBO. This is a great venue and is hosted by some of the best folks around. Arvin

ok you guys are making me jealous

For any of you guys that haven't been to the IBO Traditional World you're really missing out on the greatest shoot all year!!

You've got to come.

Dewayne Martin

We....my wife Valerie and I will be there. A great venue and great folks busting their butts behind the scenes. Be sure to thank the people putting this event on.

I'll be there , just got back from the classic Sun , my buddy backed out of going at the last min., reluctantly wife went with me she had a blast said it wasn't anything like she thought it would be even wants to shoot more so she can compete, the twin oaks crew made that happen

Thanks folks, keep this going ,and Alvin I am working on that already and think it will be great this year. Pappy

Ok Pappy I told about 10 months ago I was coming after ya. Lol I haven't talked to James Hicks are Caleb but you never know who might show up. Can't wait. Arvin

I don't see how it could be any better than the Classic was!

Thanks Danny ,I am partial to the TN.Class also because it's my baby but the IBO traditional world is pretty darn good also, we try and keep the same atmosphere ,as close as possible to the Classic. It is a little more structured but still a great event and well worth the effort to attend if you can. Pappy

Yes Pappy a bit of a different crowd at the trad world but a good one. I have found that you put a bunch of trad archers together and you have some good folks. The IBO is a bit more competitive but when done in fun great. There is a shiny bugle and some bragging rights for those who win but most all of them are good wholesome loving people at that. If you never seen the best of the best in a shoot down well you have missed something pretty special. I missed a last shot Robbin Hood by a lady last year to take the shoot down in hunters challenge. Would have loved to witness that. That's what happens when you can't make all of them. I like the IBO format and its crowd. I will say I can see why the tn. Classic is Pappys favorite . It's about building bows as much or more than a archery shoot. To a bunch of old bowyers like myself it's a hoot getting together swapping lies and bow building info. I love both IBO and the classic. Arvin

Must have got buried. I'm watching this and getting more exited each week .

Yep we have the target order made,70 new Rinehart's, mostly large stuff] this is going to be nice. 3- 20 IBO target course for that part of the event. 10 for the shoot downs and a 25 Targets for Hunter Challenge with existing targets we have on hand made to our liking and should be a very cool range. Pappy

Back to the top. Pappy

I'm thinking about going to the IBO trad world this summer. My usual summer shoot is Cloverdale. I like Cloverdale but have a conflict with the date this summer. I typically shoot for fun but keep score sometimes.

A couple of questions:

Is there a shoot all weekend price?

For the Vintage Hunter class, do we weigh our arrows? Seems like I read that they had to weigh 450 gr.

Yes we have a shoot all you want price on the Hunter's Challenge range 25.00 ,score first round and then shoot all you like. Not on the IBO side, it is 1 round per course,40 targets or 60 depending on if you get in the Sunday shoot down. Not sure on arrow weight, I will forward this question or you might look on the IBO web site under Traditional world. Pappy

Thanks, I'll check it out.

Danel, come and you'll be amazed how cool this shoot is...I've not missed it in 5 years and won't miss it ever God forbid.

Dewayne Martin

how many targets are it the Hunter's Challenge?

25 /set up in traditional TwinOaks style. 2/ 20 target courses for IBO qualifying and 1 20 target for the Sunday shoot down. Lots come just for the Hunter Challenge and that is fine but I suggest trying them both if you have the time, The IBO qualifying courses will be set for fun shooting also if we have anything to do with it and we do. Pappy

Sounds like fun. I'm going to put it on the calendar.

I've shot The Cloverdale Nationals shoot many times, are the distances of the IBO courses similar?

Found the answer to my question about distances. Looks like an approximate 25 to 30 yard max for the longbow and recurve class according to the IBO rules.

Found my answers.

Now I need to put together some arrows. Nice to have a reason to build more arrows.

7. Vintage Hunter (VH) a. Recurve or longbow wood or wood with laminates. Must be shot off the shelf: Shelf must be the manufactures shelf with no build up and can be covered with any material no thicker than 1/8 of an inch. Side plate must be manufactured with no build out other than strike plate material no thicker than 1/8 inch. Vintage Hunter archers will shoot from the white stake. b. Arrows- arrows will be aluminum or wood with feather fletch with minimum 12 inch of fletching. Glue on or screw in tip only. Arrow must weigh 10 grains per lb of draw weight at 28 in. no lighter than 450 grains.

What are the selfbow requirements

Wood or Cain arrows, and it has to be a true self bow now, not backed with anything that will enhance performance or longevity. Pappy

Back up. Pappy

Sorry Pappy, I meant to go back and bring this up for ya, I forgot, GETTIN' OLD is H--L.

Rhonda & I are really looking forward to getting up there this summer.

Terry Harris

You Got a lot on your plate right now Terry. Pappy

TTT. Pappy

Had a Good meeting this weekend and lots of plans made, not much work because of the rain. We hope to pull off another smooth and enjoyable event for all that attend. Pappy

I have no doubt in your putting together another great IBO event Pappy.

Terry Harris

Thanks Terry, it is beginning to come together, we had more vendor registration in the last day or 2 so hope to have plenty to fill every ones needs.Dead line for vendors in June 1st,hope to have a good line up by then. Pappy

Back up. Pappy

TTT. Pappy

Get back up there.

Terry Harris

Back up for another great event.

Terry Harris

Getting lots of response,should be a good one. Pappy

Got our 2nd new bridge built this passed week, turned out very nice. The swinging ones were fine but with the amount of folks that use them now we thought we needed better. Clyde took up your camp spot but got another right beside the old one. Maybe even nicer with lots of shade. Pappy

Sounds good to me!

Both bridges look great Pappy, see ya soon.

Terry Harris

Twin Oaks is a mecca to traditional archery. If you have never been to this site you MUST go check it out. Pappy and his guys are super nice people and it is a wonderful archery site. Its very consistent in the way it features "traditional archery". A few years back I and several friends flew from California to visit the IBO at Twin Oaks. We had a terrific time and I am looking forward to returning , I am glad to see the IBO is going back to Twin Oaks. Its one of those archery sites that traditional archers need to see and shoot. Its a terrific place , you won't be disappointed !

Thank you rbatect, your kind words mean a lot. Pappy

Are we there yet ? Are we there yet!!! Dad are we almost there??? I not excited . Can't wait.LOL Arvin

Me also Arvin,it will be here before ya know it. Pappy

Pappy , you are very welcome, you have a great site for archery, and I would not say that if I didn't truly believing that. Its a charming place with all your buildings, I tell all my friends in CA its a must to go fly to Twin Oaks and check it out. I can't make it this year but Iam going to shoot for next year if at all possible.

Richard

Great Richard,we plan on doing it again in 2016 if all goes well and TwinOaks and IBO want it there again. Pappy

Back up

Terry Harris

Thanks, Terry and good luck to you this weekend on weather and attendance. Pappy

ttt

Thanks. Pappy

Back up. Pappy

Back up. Pappy

Back up Pappy

What is draw weight for the hunters class? Are bear weather rests legal for the vintage class?

Bryce I don't think there is a weight restriction in the hunters class and not sure on the weather rest question, I will try and find out or get a hold of Jimmy , I am sure him or Levi can answer it. Pappy

Found this on the IBO web page

7. Vintage Hunter (VH) a. Recurve or longbow wood or wood with laminates. Must be shot off the shelf: Shelf must be the manufactures shelf with no build up and can be covered with any material no thicker than 1/8 of an inch. Side plate must be manufactured with no build out other than strike plate material no thicker than 1/8 inch. Vintage Hunter archers will shoot from the white stake. b. Arrows- arrows will be aluminum or wood with feather fletch with minimum 12 inch of fletching. Glue on or screw in tip only. Arrow must weigh 10 grains per lb of draw weight at 28 in. no lighter than 450 grains.

Thanks Danel . Pappy

Ttt

7. Vintage Hunter (VH) a. Recurve or longbow wood or wood with laminates. Must be shot off the shelf: Shelf must be the manufactures shelf with no build up and can be covered with any material no thicker than 1/8 of an inch. Side plate must be manufactured with no build out other than strike plate material no thicker than 1/8 inch. Vintage Hunter archers will shoot from the white stake. b. Arrows- arrows will be aluminum or wood with feather fletch with minimum 12 inch of fletching. Glue on or screw in tip only. Arrow must weigh 10 grains per lb of draw weight at 28 in. no lighter than 450 grains.

That's it.

Thanks Jimmy, a question has come up on the primitive class, is there anything that has to do with string not touching the belly when strung, such as flipped tips or static, If so I didn't know that? Just want to clarify. I thought it all had to do with the back of the bow, no backing ,that simple ? Pappy

Back up. Pappy

Just got the word, Targets being delivered tomorrow, that is a relief for me, that is the one thing we couldn't control and of course the weather. Lots of big stuff, I think yall will enjoy the ranges. Pappy

Cool maybe I can hit them. Arvin

I am sure you can Arvin,I have seen you shoot. We decided to go big, got 6 Elk/6 Caribou another Moose and assortment of the other large stuff Rinehart carries. Maybe I can hit some of them also. Pappy

They won't be out there at 40 yds will they? Lol. They put a buffalo out about 50- 60 yds at the Texas longbow shoot. Arvin

Arvin, Not if pappy has anything to say about it.

Pappy, you got mine and Arvin's spot taped off yet? LOL

I got yall covered Calvin,nope Arvin,hope to set up a fun range to shoot. Our new targets showed up yesterday, man they are pretty cool, lots of Elk/Caribou/bears,Ploar,Black and Grizz/Goats of all descriptions/large deer, also another Moose, Buffalo,and pair of fighting bucks that will all be in the shoot downs. Getting excited. Pappy

Mornin' Pappy, looking forward to coming up.

Terry Harris

Thanks pappy you come by some evening I bet me and Calvin will have a cold beverage we can share with you. Arvin

You know I will do that , when are yall coming in. Pappy

Back up. Pappy

I'll bet your right Arvin !!

Back up

Terry Harris

Thanks Terry

Bringing corn??? Calvin

New targets arrived, here is a preview. Pappy

More

More,3 of each. Pappy

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We have 10 different targets for the Three Rivers/Lancaster and C&D Self bow challenge shoot down and 3 each for the A/B/C courses for the IBO World so everyone will shoot the same targets just in different settings. Should be some interesting ranges. A shade over a Month away. Pappy

I am still getting use to those thin big targets.lol makes since just looks funny when you get up to them. Arvin

Ya if these were full with like Mc's and made with this material you would need a crane to move them. They are all you want to move now. Pappy

Ok . Have fun setting them beast and I will be there as soon as I can to shoot them.lol Arvin

When you rolling in Arvin ? Pappy

Can't wait to shoot those new targets!

Not sure right just yet guessing about Wednesday if that is ok. Why you going to have me help set those big targets? Lol Arvin

Arvin I hope to bring corn, maybe a fish fry also Just sayin

When you arriving Calvin? And yes bring corn. I will supply the steaks for eight of us who ever that might be. We need a grill. Hint Let's see we have cold beverage ,steaks, corn, fish, about time for Calvin to call and tell Deb we need pie. Lol Arvin

That was my plan Arvin, LOL, Not really ,it will be set way before that I hope !!! I have a big grill you can use if you like.I will be there from Monday evening on through the week,lots of little things to get set and ready. Pappy

Looks like one or maybe two of those steaks will be eaten by the grill supplier and wife. Arvin

Arvin I will be there early Thursday morning, I will also have a grill . LOL Can't wait !!

Oh yeah you did say Deb was bring a pie or two !! LOL I'll call her later just to remind her.

Pappy, Are you still going to setup the first 40 targets?

Yes Clyde that is the plan,it will have to be adjusted a little in case some of us want to shoot but I think us and IBO has a good understanding on how it should be set.A month from today !! Calvin are you going to have a flier for the C&D self bow shoot down ? Pappy

We may need to do them there Calvin. The pies . But we need to keep the heat on the cook. Boy if she reads this I am in so much trouble! Lol I am already having fun. I haven't even packed yet. Arvin

Calvin I meant a banner ? Arvin did you say pie,!! Pappy

Pappy, Yes !! Darn good pie too !!!

How about rhubarb? Not strawbarb or cherrybarb, just rhubarb, and I'll but one!

Yes they did that at the Mid America shoot in Tx. I don't know if they will ever do it at the Trad Worlds, probably no.

I will check Kurt, but I think if you have the time you can shoot in 2 and decide which one for the Sunday championship round if you are in the top 10 in both classes. We have talked about it but can't remember what was decided, Slept since then and to much other stuff on my mind I guess. I will follow up and let yall know. Pappy

I won't be shooting in two IBO classes but suppose someone comes in 13th and there are three other people that finished ahead of you in that class . They decide to shoot another class . Does this now make you # 10? I am in the thought process you go with the bow that got you there so to speak and concentrate on shooting only that bow. I guess some archers have the talent to shoot any bow great . That would not be me.lol. Arvin

Im sure they are not doing that at Trad Worlds , it was a Tx thing LOL

Pappy, Is Jimmy going to make it?

You can only shoot in 1 class.

Dewayne

Yep 1 class so we can keep the interegt of the ranges . Clyde if his schedule allows we won't know until it gets closer. Pappy

Calvin that might have been a Tx. thing but I did not play. To old and fat . Lol Arvin

Yes that was a Texas thing Arvin. Pappy

That was one of those world champion ideas. So it could not come from me. I shoot 75-80 percent on my score cards. Arvin

And that's on a good day.

Man Arvin if I can shoot that I will be very pleased. Pappy

Back up. Pappy

TTT. Pappy

I'm considering tent camping at the IBO Trad words. What should I expect? For example is there shaded spots, water available ect. Thanks

Yes we have shaded spots and water on site. We have potable shower and Porta Jons, also we will have a large air conditioned if some just need to cool off a bit. Pappy

Back up. Pappy

a. Bow – no man made material can be used on bow except string material and glue. No performance enhancing material may back the bow (ie. Another wood, bamboo, rawhide or sinew). Only decorative materials such as snake skins may be used. b. Arrow – must be wood, bamboo or cane. A Primitive bow shot with fingers directly contacting the bowstring using a glove, finger tab, or bare fingers, Archers may use up to two (2) nock locating devices, but they must use the same nocking point and anchor point for each shot and the index finger must contact the string in the same place for each shot. The index finger must touch the nock of the arrow. Face and/or string walking are not permitted. No sighting device of any kind may be used. There shall be no markings on the bow or bowstring (intentional or accidental) that could be construed as sighting marks. No type of draw check or clicker may be used. Arrows shall be made of wood, bamboo or cane and shall be identical in length, weight, and color (allowances shall be made for normal wear). Arrows shall be shot off the hand or shelf of the riser. No soft materials that will assist or affect the paradox of the arrow may be used to build up the shelf or strike plate of the riser. Archers may use a hard material on the shelf or on the side of the riser under a hair or leather strip that does not exceed 1/8” thickness. The shelf may not be built up in a manner that will give the archer an advantage in terms of feather or vane clearance. The intent is that the shelf meets the side of the riser (strike plate) so the built-up shelf may not be a pyramid that provides clearance and separation from the bow riser. PRM archers will shoot from the White stake. A Primitive Bow shot in PRM shall conform to the following specifications: 1. The bowstring, when the bow is strung, may only contact the nocks of the bow. For the selfbow guys. For the other classe rules go to IBO .Com ,click on Traditional tournament then Then rules in red in the top left of page. Pappy

Good to hear there are showers.

Folks if you have never been to twin oaks and one of Pappys sponsored shoots well you don't have to worry about anything. He and the club have thought of the need and has already put it into place. Best run shoots I have ever been to. You can not say enough good things about these guys. See ya soon . Arvin

Twin Oaks is first class! It could not be done any better and there is no better place to have this tournament..you never want to leave. Speck

Yeah its pretty cool

See yall in a few weeks . Pappy

Nineteen days from today Pappy, CAN'T WAIT!!!

Terry Harris

Thanks Terry. 3 weeks and it's on. We have the Hunters Challenge range set and 2 of the 3 IBO ranges so we are getting there. Pappy

Lots of big targets, maybe I will be able to hit if I get the chance to shoot,LOL lookS and sounds like the turn out is going to be really good this year. Pappy

See ya soon . Arvin

Can't wait to go back in a couple of weeks. Went Twin Oaks for the first time ever Apr 30-May3.......beautiful place.....my friends have been numerous times. Met some wonderful people there. Marsha

Look forward to seeing yall. Pappy

Pappy1........ I was there with the wild bunch.... Bill L and Larry F from NC, Joe W and John P from TN and Malcolm P from MS. It may be just Bill and I for July shoot. Marsha

Can't wait! Plannin' on havin' a good time in Tennessee! Regards

Marsha you was hanging with a bad bunch.LOL.16 DAYS man we better get on the ball. Done some tweaking on the B and C ranges last evening . Plane on finishing up the A range today or tomorrow and the Hunter Challenge range Friday and Saturday along with the AC tent and some final work on the 2nd new bridge. We have a few more things to get into place and we should be ready.See ya soon. Pappy

Is there any class I could shoot in, 73 years old I shoot a deer bone release, titan 2 62" 32# recurve, gold tip traditional 55/75 30 1/2" 145g points, 12"'s feather fletches arrows .

Sorry no releases or sights. Pappy

Back up. Pappy

Pappy, getting things together here, should be a geat crowd this year, almost everybody I talk to says theyre coming.

Calvin even said he was going to brush his tooth for this event!!!

Dewayne

Both of them or just the lower on! Lol Arvin

Hope so if all the folks that I have talked to by phone and email in the last couple of month come it should be the best yet. We still have a lot to do , having to work around and sometimes in the rain, just don't seem to want to stop. Got a long weekend coming and hope to get all the ranges finished up and the we can get serious around the cabin area. Anyway we will be ready so tell everyone to come and enjoy. Pappy

What target ranges can you shoot & don't turn in a score. I shoot recurve no sights 4" stb. & home made Deer Antler non mechanical release aid?

I really don't know, I would say most if it is an open shoot with wheels involved, you would just register in bow hunter release class, sorry but not at this one. 2 weeks and counting. Pappy

Pappy, How's it looking at the second bridge? We traded our 14ft camper in for an 18ft. Might have to relocate!

Poured concrete tester day , so the bridge is done , all target ranges set, just need some tweaking and stakes set, looking good but could be better if the rain would stop . Got soaked at least 3 times yesterday. Pappy

Do we have a pea gravel finish on that concrete ? We don't want to replace it. Lol Arvin

Do we have a pea gravel finish on that concrete ? We don't want to replace it. Lol Arvin

Ttt

I think at Twin Oaks that would be a chipped flint finish!!

gm.

Right on cast iron! AW

9 more days.Worked on the ranges and Cabin area all weekend,looking good. Still stuff to do but we are getting there. Pappy

Back up.3 of the 4 ranges are ready to shoot and starting stocking the concession stand last evening,headed our for more supplies today to feed all the hungry folks. Pappy

How's the creek running with all the rain?

I may have to throw the tent and cot in the truck and slip in on Friday night. my release hand is itching. lol.

Cant wait to get back out there.

Creek is fine Clyde, never seen it out of it banks even on the 13th TN.Classic when we got 17 inches of rain in 2 days, so I hope we are good on that. Ranges are about done and concessions stand is stocked, registration areas ready a little more picking up and cleaning up and we should be good. see yall in a week. Pappy

Looking good! Arvin

As long as nothing comes up, we will be there Monday.

I will Monday about noon, and from then until it is over, if you get there and the gate is still locked call me and I can get you in 615-456-5961 Pappy

First morning of our journey. Our rig is the big one up front. Lol Arvin

Well we are one week away, so excited about seeing all my archery buddies, and so excited that it's back at Twin Oakes. See all of you in 8 days ??