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Preface
1. Bow Evolution
2. Transition Period
3. Bow Selecting
4. Target Shooting
5. Aiming
6. Scoring Archers
7. Rounds
8. Archery Club
9. Field Roving
10. Tournaments
11. Bow Hunting
12. The Bow
13. Ammunition
14. Bow Hunter
15. Hunting Bow
16. Moving Targets
17. Bow Vacation
18. Bow Sight
19. A Safety Code
20. Bow String
21. Tackle Box
22. Novelty Shoots
23. Map Hunting
24. Needle Points
25. Cooking Venison
26. Food & Cover
27. A Survey
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Preface
1. Bow Evolution
2. Transition Period
3. Bow Selecting
4. Target Shooting
5. Aiming
6. Scoring Archers
7. Rounds
8. Archery Club
9. Field Roving
10. Tournaments
11. Bow Hunting
12. The Bow
13. Ammunition
14. Bow Hunter
15. Hunting Bow
16. Moving Targets
17. Bow Vacation
18. Bow Sight
19. A Safety Code
20. Bow String
21. Tackle Box
22. Novelty Shoots
23. Map Hunting
24. Needle Points
25. Cooking Venison
26. Food & Cover
27. A Survey
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Learn More About Martial Arts Weapons
Who doesn't like kung-fu flicks? I think it's safe to say that millions of us watched these cheesy films as kids, and maybe even still do on occasion. On this is for sure, they're not nearly as popular as they were back in the day. Folks now are more interested in CG and things a human body cannot truly do without the assistance of a computer. I suppose this is only natural since we have the technology. The classic martial arts weapons are also becoming a thing of the past. These days it's all about high-tech firearms and explosives. It's not realistic for Jet Li to face an opponent in downtown Los Angeles with a Tiger Fork or 8 foot spear. Martial arts are definitely evolving to suit the times.
If you're into some sort of martial style, then you already know that the martial arts world is changing and evolving. That stuff Bruce lee was rambling on about is dead on the money. Talk about a fellow that was far ahead of his time. Folks commend him now days, while he caught plenty of grief back then. As fighting styles continue to evolve and intertwine, martial arts weapons are getting less popular. Now let's ponder this issue for a moment. Traditional martial arts weapons, aside from the knife, are not viable in modern day life. There are literally over 100 of them, and most are too large or obscure to wield in a public setting. Besides, in reality no martial arts weapons can compete with a firearm. We heard Bruce Lee say it back in the early 70s and it holds true today. That nunchaku scene you saw last week in a kung-fu flick was entertaining and all, but only a fool would brandish those if assaulted in an alley or dark parking level. A knife, tazer, firearm, or can of pepper spray would be much more effective.
Don't get me wrong! When it comes to traditional martial arts weapons and forms, they do have their place. They can be fun to learn and certainly build precision, strength and coordination. Furthermore, you can still purchase any of them you please. However, if you're doing it for real self-defense, you might want to ask yourself what's really practical.