Folks, the IBO Mid America will also be going on along with the Howard Hill Classic.
The place is Tannehill Historical State Park in McCalla, AL.
www.tannehill.org
Keep watch this "Thread" as well as the Howard Hill Classic "Thread" here.
Terry Harris
[attachment=1,msg2846117][attachment=2,msg2846117][attachment=1,msg2846117][attachment=1,msg2846117][attachment=2,msg2846117]For the of you that have never been to the Howard Hill Classic, I feel you're in for a tremendous time shooting your bow.
On my Howard Hill Classic course, I've always tried to set up a challenging, yet fun course. Good hunting shots, set up for left & right handed archers. I also try and make sure that the limbs on that archers bow won't be striking anything in it's way.
NOW, you might come up to a stake on a few targets and look down to the target and say, "part of the kill zone is covered". Don't worry, with a foot on the shooting stake, you might have to adjust or lean over just a little, but I always have the entire kill zone wide open. TAHT'S WHAT REAL HUNTING SHOTS LOOK LIKE, RIGHT!?
Come, you'll not regret it.
Levy Bryant as well as Shana Wilson are really getting pumped about holding the IBO Mid America here in Alabama, along with the Howard Hill Classic.
I'm kinda getting excited myself.
Terry Harris
Terry, would you think that would add 100 heads above what normally attends the classic?
I'm hoping that or more. There will be a separate course for the IBO shooters and I encourage everyone to shoot the IBO course as well.
Terry Harris
Along with the Howard Hill Classic course, the IBO will set up a 30 target course with a shotgun start, shooting with your peers. We will have the IBO Showcase Shootdown on Saturday evening, with the top 15 men from the white stakes, the top 15 men from the orange stakes, and the top 15 women, by the first round scores off the Howard Hill Classic range. Terry Harris is the great organizer of this event, and the IBO is very excited about partnering with the Howard Hill Classic.
Thanks Ms Shana, BTW.
You IBO competitors, when you're trying to qualify for Saturday's Championship Shoot Down, you'll have to shoot the Howard Hill Classic course. In doing so, you'll automatically qualify for the Howard Hill Classic.
NOW, if you only want to shoot for the day, or all weekend, you can. The difference is that if your 1st round is beaten by a higher score on the HH Classic course, you can turn that score card in to help you hopefully win your class in the Howard Hill Classic
Terry Harris
Folks, let me clarify something.
There will be TWO separate events, TWO separate courses for ONE OUTSTANDING TIME!!!
Utilizing both Tannehill State Park and a beautiful Boy Scout Camp that sits adjacent to the Park.
You can shoot one or the other or BOTH.
Awards for both.
BTW, there's plenty of parking available.
Terry Harris
I think earlier on this thread, there was a mention of 30 targets for the IBO, I think there will be two 20 target courses for the IBO.
NOW, let me clarify in case there was some confusion about qualifying for the Championship Shoot Down..
At some other IBO events, there has been what is called a "Hunters Challenge" course you'd have to shoot if you wanted to qualify for the Saturday Championship Shoot Down.
There won't be a "Hunters Challenge" course, the "Howard Hill Classic" course will be THAT course one will have to shoot to qualify for the Shoot Down.
So, every class will be represented at the Howard Hill Classic, your 1st round automatically puts you into the competition to see if you qualify for the Shoot Down, as well as enters for into the Howard Hill Classic competition.
When you register at the HH Classic table, there will be an all day shooting fee (if you just want to shoot one day) or special weekend rates for singles and families. These rates entitle you to shoot either all day or all weekend.
After your 1st round, you don't have to stop there. You can continue to shoot the Howard Hill Classic to improve your HH Classic score if you'd like or just shoot for fun, YOUR CHOICE.
[attachment=1,msg2852779]BTW folks, when you enter Tannehill Historical during business hours, you'll be greeted by the friendly Park gate keeper.
If you're camping, there's no other fee to enter the Park. If you're not camping in the Park, you'll pay a one time fee and then pick up a Park Pass from our registration area some you can come and go as you please.
If you come after hours, you can set up your camping and then go to the General Store the next morning and pay to camp then.
Terry Harris
Wow, GREAT NEWS for you men & women self bow shooters. Even though I've always had those two self bow classes at the HH Classic, The IBO has not, especially for the women. But maybe in the future for both, in the meantime, here's a pretty good idea.
Levy Bryant with the IBO, has just let me know that there will be a men and women's self bow shoot down on Saturday afternoon, time yet to be announced. There will also be some sort of 1st place prize, also yet to be determined.
NOW, you don't have to turn in any kind of score, JUST BRING YOUR SELF BOWS and you're in, EXCITING!!!
Terry Harris
Folks, more exciting news
Arvin Weaver is once again offered to sponsor the Self Bow Shootout at the IBO Mid-America / Howard Hill Classic! $250 cash with an Arvin Weaver custom self bow to be raffled. The proceeds from the raffle go into the cash prize total for the winners. Thanks Arvin. That's going to be an awesome shootout. Bring your selfbows and get ready to have some fun. Saturday June 1st 4pm
The question has been asked and now answered.
"IBO membership is not required to shoot the Mid-America Championship. Of course the IBO would love for everyone to become members to support and protect our right to bow hunt."
Come and shoot one or the other or shoot both, which I think is best, IMO.
Terry Harris
For you IBO shooters, when you shoot the Howard Hill Classic, and I think if you do, here's what you're shooting for.
A newly designed Plaque and Belt Buckle.[attachment=1][attachment=2]
Folks, as I mentioned earlier, the IBO is having a Men's & Women's Self Bow Shoot Down on Saturday afternoon.
The 1st Place shooters will be splitting $250.00 to start but Arvin Weaver has generously donated one of his outstanding self bows to be raffled off and the proceeds from the raffle will also be added to the $250.00.
NOW, will all that being said, there is a woman competitor, can really shoot, has informed Levy Bryant, that she can get as many as TWENTY WOMEN self bow shooters to compete. Sh'e been trying to get the IBO to have a Women's Self Bow class in the IBO for years.
I know who she is and I must say the ball is in her court. Let's show Levy that YOU CAN BRING IT GIRL, LOL.
Terry Harris
Folks, for those of you that haven't been here before, here's the Tannehill General Store to go to for camping spaces and for some tasty snacks.
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Terry Harris
One of the several cabins at Tannehill you can stay in, if you're lucky enough to get one early, LOL.l
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Alright everybody, I've explained that the HH Classic is a multi round event with the highest score you turn in counts, no matter if it is your 1st round or your last.
NOW, I'm gonna try and explain a little about how the IBO rounds are to be shot.
There will be FIVE times that IBO shooters can go out to shoot 40 targets.
There will be two times on Friday and it will be shot gun starts: First time will be 8:00am and 11:00am. Saturday will be the same, 8:00am and 11:00am.
On Sunday you can start at 8:00am, but it will not be a shotgun start.
THIS IS IMPORTANT!!
As long as you get 40 targets shot, you are finished with the IBO round. You can shoot all 40 on Friday same on Saturday, if you can get them in..
Or you can shoot 20 on Friday & 20 on Saturday.
Or you can shoot 20 Targets on Friday or Saturday and finish your 20 targets on Sunday. AS LONG AS YOU GET 40 TARGETS IN.
All other time can be spent shooting the Howard Hill Classic range if you'd like. WHEW!!!
If you have any questions, please feel free to write here, email me or call me.
Terry Harris
archertw@bellsouth.net
205-822-3563
All IBO times are shotgun starts. You will be assigned a stake with your peers. Shotgun starts for the IBO are Friday & Saturday 8am & 11am, and Sunday 8am.
You must shoot 40 targets, however you get them in. I suggest shooting all 40, or 20 and 20. IBO course has A & B ranges made up of 20 targets each. It will be a weekend full of shooting our bows. Can't wait.
Let me remind you of the SIX bows that will be raffled off over the weekend.
Arvin Weaver has donated one of his beautiful Self Bows to be raffled off with the proceeds from that to be added with the $250.00 to be split with the Men & Women winners of the Self Bow shoot-down.
Now, the other FIVE to be raffled.
Big Jim has been so generous over many years by donating one of his Custom Longbows.
Bear Archery, another tremendous contributor to the Howard Hill Classic by donating bows for years as well. This year Bear Archery has donated a Bear Montana Longbow and a Bear Super Grizzly Recurve.
Johnathan Karch with 3Rivers has supported me from day one and again he has done so. Johnathan has donated a DAS Recurve.
NOW, I come to my friend Tim Mullins with Acadian Woods Bows. This year, Tim offered to build a "One of a Kind" bow to raffle of at the Howard Hill Classic. I've seen a rough cut video of this bow, all I can say is WOW!!!
Folks, together these bow are worth, not hundreds, BUT THOUSANDS of dollars.
Let me also add, there will only be a limited number of chances for the five bows I have. Each chance is $20.00 and one will be given away at different time TBA during Friday & Saturday.
Folks, I may be wrong but I don't think I've ever heard of this many bows being raffled at Traditional Archery event ANYWHERE!!!
Terry Harris
Here's a couple of photos, the DAS Bow and the two bows from Bear Archery. I'll try and post photos of the other bows when I get them.
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Folks, if you have any questions about this event, please feel free to contact me here or by phone or email.
Terry Harris
205-822-3563
archertw@bellsouth.net
Folks, for those IBO shooters that have never been to Tannehill State Park, the primitive camping is almost unlimited.
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Alright folks, the IBO Mid America / Howard Hill Classic T-Shirts are now being designed. I haven't seen the final images, but so far I AM VERY EXCITED!!
Let me also add, there will only be a limited number of shirts available because they will be dated.
NOW, an important question, do we want a few long sleeve shirts so we can wear these shirts on cooler weather.
WE NEED SOME INPUT FOLKS!!!
Terry Harris
Here Are Motels With Addresses And Phone Numbers Close To Tannehill State Park
If You're Not Camping In The Park. The Comfort Inn & Suites as well as Sleep Inn offer very good discounts if you mention the Archery Event at Tannehill State Park.
Jameson Inn Bessemer
5021 Academy Ln
Bessemer, AL 350222
205-428-3194
800-526-3766
Sleep Inn Motel
1259 Greemor Dr Bessemer, AL
205-424-000
800-424-6423
Comfort Inn & Suites
5051 Academy Ln
Bessemer, AL 35022
205-428-3999
Fairfield Inn & Suites
4980 Academy Court
Bessemer, AL 35022
205-277-1700
Country Inn & Suites
5051 Academy Ln
Bessemer, AL 35022
205-481-0007
Holiday Inn Express
5001 Academy Ln
Bessemer, AL 35022
205-424-2600
Best Western Hotel & Suites
5041 Academy Ln
Bessemer, AL 35022
205-481-1950
Folks, I walked the area I'll be putting out targets for the Howard Hill Classic Range. for you IBO shooters that have never been to Tannehill, I truly believe you will definitely have a blast shooting this course after or even before to get ya limbered up for your IBO ranges.
I have no doubt the brand new Rinehart targets are gonna look awesome on this course.
I'M GETTING PUMPED!!!
Terry Harris
Spoke Shana & Levy last night, two IBO reps and I must say, we're all getting very excited about this DUAL EVENT.
The Shoot-Downs alone should be a hoot.
The one I'm most interested is the IBO's "Last Man Standing" event.
I, myself, am not sure how it works but what little was explained to me was that all participants are welcome to participate and will have a blast.
Men & Women can compete in this, and you men better watch out, there's some pretty awesome women out there you'll be competing against.
By the way, you don't have to join the IBO to come to the HH Classic & IBO Mid America.
Terry Harris
Folks, let's talk Self Bows for you SELF BOW COMPETITORS..
For competition purposes, the definition of SELF BOW will be a bow made from ONE piece of wood with no performance enhancements on the bow such as a bow backed with bamboo, leather, etc.
If you have any questions regarding this, please contact me.
Terry Harris
archertw@bellsouth.net.
Folks, it seems every day, I'm doing something to prepare for this DUAL EVENT.
IMO, I believe this event will be one that will have some of the best competitive archers out there.
Terry Harris
Folks, over the next two months, there are still some outstanding events coming up.
In less than two weeks, the Kentucky TradFest in Harrodsburg, KY, a great shoot for competition or just for fun event . Also, lots of Vendors.
Then, you certainly don't want to miss the Twin Oaks Classic in Clarksville, TN. One of the largest in the south and one of the best shoots in the Country IMO. Again, lots of Vendors.
When finished having great times at these events, catch your breath and make your traveling plans for a RARE DUAL EVENT, in one location. The HOWARD HILL CLASSIC & IBO MID AMERICA held at beautiful Tannehill State Park in McCalla, AL. Lots of Vendor will be here as well
Terry Harris
Alright, for you IBO shoots, we're laying out, what I think will be a great course for you. You'll have two chances to shoot both ranges on Friday or Saturday, or one Friday then Saturday. OR, if you don't get here until Saturday, you have Sunday to get your second round in, BUT, even getting here on Friday, you can also wait until Sunday to shoot your second round.
With all that said, it gives everyone plenty go time to shoot the Howard Hill course.
Terry Harris
OK, my wife says I'm horrible a giving driving directions, let me see if I can make your experience shooting the IBO/HH Classic easy than I do for driving, LOL.
First, you don't have to join the IBO to shoot the IBO Mid America.
The IBO has two 20 target ranges, Course A & Course B. If you shoot in the IBO competition, you must shoot BOTH COURSES, 40 target total for the IBO competition. The cost is $30.00.
You have 5 different times you can do this. On Friday, the times are 8:00 AM and 12:00 Noon. On Saturday, the times are 8:00 AM and 12:00 Noon. On Sunday, only at 8:00 AM. All times are a shot gun start.
As long as you shoot both courses, it doesn't matter the times YOU choose.
The Howard Hill Classic has 25 targets and the Course opens at 7:00 AM Friday, Saturday & Sunday. If you can only shoot one day, there is an all day fee of $25.00 and you can shoot as many rounds as you can get in. There are special weekend rates for Singles & Families. Fee's for a Single weekend rate are $35.00 and Family rates are $60.00 for a family up to four, living at home. These rates entitle you to shoot as many rounds as you can get in. FOLKS the HH Classic is a multi-round shoot with you highest score you shoot over the course of the weekend counting for your competition.
NOW, if you like to compete with multiple bows, you only have to pay an extra $20.00 per bow, and you can also shoot the different bow as much as you want.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me by phone or email.
Terry Harris
205-822-3563
archertw@bellsouth.net
Alright folks, here's what one shooters says how she's gonna spend here weekend here.
I think she is right on point with how she'll be having fun. So many options to have a great time. Terry Harris
"Here's what I am planning for the weekend: arrive Thursday.
Friday 8am: Shoot my first 20 on IBO course Friday after eat lunch: shoot Howard Hill with recurve Friday evening 4pm: shoot in Last Man Standing event Friday 4:30: shoot womens team event, "Sadie Hawkins"
Saturday 8am: Shoot second 20 on IBO course Saturday after eat lunch: shoot HH with Longbow Saturday 4pm: shoot in SelfBow Shootdown Saturday 4:30pm: (if qualified) shoot in Champions Shootdown
Sunday 8am: If not too tired/sore: Shoot Selfbow on HH course
Can't wait to see everyone. Two stand alone events, packed in one weekend....so much fun!"
Let me remind everyone, not only will there be Tim's bow from Acadian Woods but Big Jim's Bow Co., 3Rivers Archery and Bear Archery (two bows) have also donated bows to be raffled off for the Boy Scout Camp.
Also a reminder, THERE WILL ONLY BE A LIMITED NUMBER OF CHANCES FOR EACH OF THESE OUTSTANDING BOWS.
Let us also not forget Arvin Weaver bow to be raffled off for the Self Bow Shoot-Down. I'm not sure how the IBO will be raffling off this bow.
Terry Harris
Folks, there are some good traditional archery events still coming up before the Howard Hill Classic / IBO Mid America dual event.
In two days the Alabama Society of Traditional Bowmen' "Children's Hospital Benefit at Brierfield State Park here in Alabama. This is a good event and raises money for a GREAT cause.
Then, the first weekend in May, 3, 4 & 5, the Twin Oaks Classic in Clarksville, TN. This event is a can't miss event. Not only is this a great event but you can also build that Self Bow you've always wanted (more on that in minute).
On Memorial Day weekend, May 25 & 26, is the Texas Longbow Championship. And for those of that want to REALLY show your skills with a Howard Hill style longbow, THAT'S where you want to be.
NOW, on to the HH Classic / IBO Mid America, May 31, June 1 & 2 at Tannehill State Park in McCalla, AL. Folks, we have so much going on, you don't want to sleep in, rest when ya get home, LOL.
For those of you that built your Self Bow at the Twin Oaks Classic, don't forget to bring 'em for the Men & Women's Self Bow Shoot-Down.
Terry Harris
NOTICE!!!!
Folks, let me remind y'all
YOU DON'T HAVE TO JOIN THE IBO TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS EVENT!!!
Terry Harris
LESS THAN SEVEN WEEKS AWAY FOLKS, DON'T BLINKK, IT'LL BE HERE BEFORE YOU KNOW IT!!
Terry Harris
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Thank you again Terry, much appreciated sir.
Terry Harris
FIVE WEEKS FROM TOMORROW!!!
Get ready to fling some arrows folks.
Shooting both the IBO Mid America & Howard Hill Classic gives you the opportunity to fling those arrows at SIXTY FIVE targets.
EAT YER WHEATIES , or, if ya live down south, GRAVY & BISCUITS!!!
Terry Harris
OK, there's gonna be FOUR Shoot Downs at the Howard Hill Classic / IBO Mid America.
What's everyone shooting for?
On Friday, the 1st at 4 PM, is the team shoot with some Lady picking her partner, could be one or more Men. The winning team splits a Cash Prize.
The 2nd at 4:30 PM, is the Last Man Standing, the Winner also gets a Cash Prize and from what I've heard, a pretty cool Trophy.
On Saturday, the 1st is at 4 PM, the Men's & Women's Self Bow Shoot-Down. The two winners split a Cash Prize.
The 2nd is the ShowCase Shoot Down Championship at 4:30 PM. The top 15 Men from the Orange Stake, the Top 15 Men from the White Stake and the Top 15 Women from the White Stake all compete and each have a !st, 2nd & 3rd Place Winner from those three competitions.
NOW, I haven't been told what the 1st Place Winners will receive, but I do know what the 2nd & 3rd will receive. The 2nd Place Winner will have His or Her choice of either a Block Target from Bass Pro Shops, valued at $80.00 or $50.00 donated from American Traditional Archer.
Start practicing y'all.
Terry Harris
Folks, only 27 days away!!!
Terry Harris
Folks, since all you fun loving archers that attended the outstanding Twin Oaks Classic, REST UP FOR MORE FUN & COMPETITION!!!
Rub those sore arms down and ice down those fingers from a wonderful traditional archery event this past weekend.
I hate to have missed it, but a little medical scare kept me home, but everything worked out fine.
Terry Harris :archer2:
Just a reminder folks.
The Howard Hill Classic as well as the IBO Mid America are stand alone events.
This means that each have their own awards, the IBO will present their awards on Sunday and the awards won for those that shoot the Howard Hill Classic win have their own awards as well.
The IBO shooters have to shoot a total of 40 targets to win.
The Howard Hill Classic course has 25 targets with those that compete can shoot as many rounds as they can get in with their score CAN improve for the winning scores.
For example: If your highest score is your 1st round, GREAT, but if it isn't as good as you'd like it to be, you can keep shooting with the special weekend rates you pay, and you can possibly improve your score.
Terry Harris :archer2:
Folks, I felt the need to share this with everyone.
I've heard of the IBO for years, but it was only recently that I found out that the IBO was a lot more than just an organization involved in putting on archery events where outstanding archers come together for the love of archery.
The IBO stands for the International Bowhunting Organization and is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting Bowhunting rights. The IBO distributes tens of thousands of dollars per year to fulfill their mission, to support many like-minded organizations that share the same values and goals. Just recently, the IBO surpassed $250,000 in donations to the Sportsmen's Alliance who is a great partner in the efforts to protect our way of life.
So, as a reminder, you don't have to join the IBO to shoot the Mid America or some of their other events, but when you do, you're helping to protect your own rights.
I'm proud to have the IBO joining me in an effort to bring everyone a truly wonderful opportunity to attend what I think will be an epic event.
Now, with all that said:
GET YER BUTTS IN GEAR AND COME HAVE A GREAT TIME!!!
Terry Harris
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Folks, here's the trophy for the winner of the IBO's "The Last Man Standing" event.
How cool is this. :clapper:
Vendors, Bow Raffles, Cash Payouts, Awards, Belt Buckles and SO MUCH MORE!!
If you miss this event, IMO, you will have missed one of the best events[attachment=1] of the year.
Terry Harris
TEN DAYS AWAY!!!
BUT, in a few days, we'll start placing our targets for some challenging, yet fun arrow flinging.
Nows the time to get someone started in the sport we all love so much.
Bring those friends who haven't been at an archery event for a while, I have no doubt, this event will rekindle that archery fire.
Terry Harris
ONLY EIGHT AWAY FOLKS FROM A VERY RARE DUAL EVENT FOR TRADITIONAL ARCHERY.
Terry Harris