Thanks To Everyone!

Thanks to everyone that made it to the 2009 Shoot. I am waiting on final numbers and pictures from Myra and I'll post them as soon as I get them.

Please feel free to leave a comment if you have an idea or suggestion for next years shoot.

This Years Shoot, July 3rd, 4th and 5th

We are getting close to shoot time and registration forms are out so you should have already received one in the mail. If not let me know and we'll see to it you get one. You can find a down loadable version here 2009 Registration Form. It is always a good idea to pre register, saves you and your family a lot of time and confusion at the shoot and we always have a "special" raffle for the pre registered shooters. That combined with saving a few dollars makes it well worth the few minutes it takes.

One change for this year will be the cut off time for competitive shooters. New time will be 10 o'clock Saturday morning, no exceptions. As always competitive shoot times are noon on Saturday and 9 AM on Sunday morning.

Vendor spaces are filling up fast so if you have considered getting a space this year you need to act fast. Here is the vendor application

For those of you not familiar with this type of website. This is a blog that is meant to be a type of forum that you can leave a comment, message or suggestion. So please feel free to leave a comment.

See you on the mountain!



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Sunrise 3D Shoot Rules and Regulations

I have been getting a lot of request for a copy of our rules for the competitive shoot so I decided to post it here for all to see. These are the rules we used in 2008 and we will be making a few minor changes this year. As always there will be copies available for all competitive shooters at registration and I encourage all shooters to read them carefully and take a copy with them on the course. What better way to solve a dispute on the course.

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General Rules of Competition:

1. No alcoholic beverages or controlled substances may be carried, or consumed, on the tournament grounds under penalty of disqualification. No shooter will compete while under the influence of alcohol or any other controlled substance(s) under penalty of disqualification.

2. Littering the grounds will not be tolerated. Anyone littering will be immediately disqualified from the tournament.

3. Prior to the start of competitions on the first day, all shooters will be expected to attend a “Pre-Competition Meeting.” Shooters should consider this meeting mandatory. The meeting will cover information regarding the location of ranges, updates from the Competition Committee on rulings and rules interpretations, and other special information. This meeting will last approximately fifteen minutes. Anyone failing to act upon information provided at this meeting may be disqualified from the tournament.

4. No one may practice on any target to be used for tournament shooting. Anyone shooting in non-designated areas, including parking areas will be subject to disqualification.

5. Spectators and Guests

A. All shooters are requested to remind our spectators and guests to avoid conversation while others are shooting as a courtesy, and that providing information or coaching to a shooter is strictly prohibited.

B. Spectators may assist by carrying items such as stools, umbrellas, ice chests, food, drinks, or other items for the convenience of shooters. Spectators may not provide shooting assistance.

6. Unsportsmanlike conduct on the ranges or tournament grounds will not be tolerated.

A. Any incident of unsportsmanlike conduct will be reported to a tournament official who will file a report with the Competition Committee immediately following the completion of the day’s competition. The first offense will result in disqualification of the shooter from the event.

B. Verbal abuse directed toward a tournament official, other shooters, or spectators will result in immediate disqualification of the shooter from the tournament.

SHOOTING RULES:

7. All targets will be 3-D animals featuring the center 12 Ring at unmeasured distances of 50 yards or less. All targets will be placed vertical to the horizon and all groups are to insure that the targets are returned to this position after removing their arrows. No target may be placed with the head of the target quartered toward the shooter (“front-angled”), and the head of the target may not be quartered away (“rear-angled”) from the shooter at an angle greater than that which would promote damage to the target, or create glance-offs. The entire 8, 10, and 12-ring scoring areas will be visible from the stake.

8. Shooters are required to be on their assigned target before the shotgun start to provide range officials sufficient time to insure that all participants are in groups of no less than three (3) shooters. Each group will “draw lots” to determine who will shoot first, second, third, etc. The shooters will alternate being the first shooter at each subsequent stake, with their shooting order maintained throughout the round. Any shooter who does not shoot the first target with their assigned group will not be allowed to shoot on that day and will receive a score of zero (“0”).

9. It is recommended and desirable that groups have no more than four (4) shooters, however, individual tournament circumstances may require a maximum of five (5) shooters on a stake. Shooters are only permitted to receive assistance from one other shooter in their group. Assistance will be limited to holding a cap or a single standard golf-style umbrella. Groups must have a minimum of three (3) shooters for an official score. If a shooter in a group of three (3) experiences a breakdown which leaves only two shooters in that groups, the range official will become the second scorekeeper and accompany the group to the target to score the arrows until the third shooter returns.

The following rules will be monitored, judged and adhered to by each group among themselves during each day’s competitions.

10. Each shooter must be touching the appropriate “shooting stake” for their class with some part of their body during the shot. A shooter will receive a warning from the group for the first offense. The penalty for the second offense is a deduction of five points from target score (but no less than a zero “0”). Each subsequent offense will receive a score of zero (“0”). Anyone deliberately not attempting to shoot from stake shall be in violation of Competition Committee rules paragraph 6-A “Unsportsmanlike Conduct.”

11. In consideration of time, no shooter may glass the target from the shooting stake after taking their shot. Shooters may glass the target prior to shooting, but are reminded of the time restriction after assuming their position at the stake. A shooter will receive a warning from the group for the first offense. The penalty for the second offense is a deduction of five points from target score (but no less than a zero “0”). Each subsequent offense will receive a score of (“0”).

12. As a courtesy to fellow competitors, there will be no talking to spectators or other groups while the group is shooting. A shooter will receive a warning from the group for the first offense. The penalty for the second offense is a deduction of five points from the target score (but no less than a zero). Each subsequent offense will receive a score of (“0”).

13. After you set your sights and draw your bow, you cannot reset your sights after a letdown. Penalty: A score of zero (“0”) for that target.

14. For safety considerations and to insure a timely competition, no archer will go behind a target to look for a lost arrow or for any other reason except to retrieve an arrow that is visible to the group. A shooter will receive a warning from the group for the first offense. The penalty for the second offense is a deduction of five (5) points from target score (but no less than a zero “0”). Each subsequent offense will receive a score of zero (“0”).

15. Only one arrow per shooter per target will be shot from a stake. A dropped arrow that falls while being nocked onto the string in preparation for a shot may be retrieved and shot with no penalty. Penalty: Except as noted, if a shooter shoots two (or more) arrows, the shooter will receive a zero (“0”) for that target.

16. A “Controlled Letdown” must be verbally announced prior to the letdown, with the word “Letdown” or “Down” spoken loudly enough to be audible, and must be acknowledged by the group. If in the process of letting down the arrow is dropped it may be retrieved and shot. The shooter is responsible for maintaining control of the arrow at all times and the arrow must not be intentionally released. Pointing the bow at the ground immediately in front of the shooter is dangerous and if the arrow is released, other than being dropped the shooter will receive a score of zero (“0”).

Any violations of the following rules will be reported to (or by) a tournament official who will file a report with the Competition Committee immediately following the completion of the day’s competition for the Committee’s review.

17. Range finding is prohibited. All distances will be judged by the naked eye. No equipment, including but not limited to, sights, binoculars, or spotting scopes will be used in a manner inconsistent with this prohibition. The use of “gapping techniques” which uses any of the shooter’s equipment and/or any body parts is also prohibited in determining yardage. Shooters may carry “target cards” reflecting a picture or rendering of the specific targets being shot, but no marks or notations of any type may be made on these cards. Penalty: Any offense upheld by the Competition Committee will result in disqualification of the shooter from the event, (with no refund of entry fees paid).

18. Binoculars and/or spotting scopes will be allowed, but may be checked at random by a tournament official or if requested by another competitor. If the official deems any marks inappropriate, the glasses will be confiscated and presented to the Competition Committee under Shooting Rule “18” on range finding. In addition, any binoculars and/or spotting scopes that have been pre-marked by the factory and are being used by the shooter as a mechanical device for range finding will be confiscated and presented for review to the Competition Committee under Shooting Rule “18”.

19. The projection of a light or reference point, either directly or by reflection, onto a target is prohibited. Anyone using these devices (lasers, mirrors, etc.) will receive a zero “0” or the days round.

SHOOTING TIME ALLOWED:

20. It shall be the determination of Tournament Director, (due to weather etc.), to cancel, postpone, or delay tournament activities and determine the appropriate time frame for completion of the round.

21. Should a range official determine that a group is not maintaining their position, he will issue a warning. If the group continues to fall behind they will each receive a five (5)-point penalty deduction for the day’s competition. Any subsequent violations will result in the group being moved to the next available target and all shooter in the group receiving an “X” for the incomplete target.

22. Each group will be responsible for monitoring and adhering to the following pace of shooting:

A. Upon commencement of the round by a “shotgun” start (or verbal announcement by a tournament official) the first shooter will be allowed two (2) minutes to shoot his arrow.

B. Each remaining member of the group will also be allocated two minutes to shoot.

C. Each group will be permitted five (5) minutes to score the target, pull arrows and reach the next stake at which point the procedure restarts with the first shooter being allotted two (2) minutes.

23. One group will not hold up the following groups while looking for lost arrows. Enough arrows should be carried so that a shooter may complete his round.

24. The following are the only conditions under which a shooter may leave the range and return to receive credit for the day’s competition. The shooter will be allocated additional time to complete any targets missed in the presence of a tournament official who will be responsible for scoring and completing the shooter’s score card.

A. Equipment failure need not be visible, but must be reported to a tournament official. If the equipment failure occurs during the act of shooting, the arrow will be scored as shot. The shooter will have up to forty-five (45) minutes from the time the shooter is picked up for equipment replacement or repair. Each shooter is limited to one (1) repair or replacement of equipment per tournament. A shooter with a second breakdown will be allowed to repair or replace their equipment, but will not be allowed to make up any missed targets that will be scored as zero (“0”).

B. Any shooter leaving the range for a personal time-out to use the restroom must first obtain approval by a tournament official. Upon approval of the request, the shooter must then check back with the official within five (5) minutes, and rejoin his original group to complete the round. The shooter is entitled to make up any missed targets after the round with a tournament official present.

SCORING RULES:

25. All information on the scorecard must be accurate with all information completely and properly filled in. Information blocks left blank, incomplete, or reflecting incorrect information will result in a deduction of ten (10) points from their score.

26. No changes may be made to score card after the scorekeeper and shooter have signed the scorecard. If a shooter changes his scorecard after it has been signed by the scorekeeper, the shooter will receive a score of zero (“0”) for the tournament.

27. Each group will designate two (2) members of their group as “Scorers” and two (2) as “Scorekeepers.” If a group has only three shooters, one (1) will act as scorer with the two scorekeepers alternating as the second scorer.

A. Scorers will judge and score each arrow and call out the results that will be recorded on the respective shooter’s scorecard by each Scorekeeper. (See Scoring Rule “C”).

B. Each scorekeeper will maintain one (1) card for each shooter, and be responsible for recording each arrow. Scorekeepers will record the total score and total number of 12 Rings at the end of the round.

C. Both completed scorecards must be reviewed and signed as correct by the Scorekeeper(s) and the shooter. Any shooter serving as a scorekeeper must turn in the card scored and signed by the other scorekeeper. Any shooter turning in a card on which they are both the shooter and scorekeeper will receive a score of zero (“0”) for that day.

D. Each shooting group must turn in their cards together except when a shooter is permitted to make-up targets due to an equipment failure, or other approved leave. Shooters assume full responsibility for the accuracy of the information and scores on their cards. Any individual or group that does not turn in their score cards before leaving the range will receive a score of zero (“0”) for that day.

E. All arrows must remain in the target until all arrows are scored. The arrow shaft must touch any portion of the line to be scored for the higher value. The status of any doubtful arrows must be determined before drawing any arrow from the target and such arrows may not be touched until a judgment has been made. If both Scorers are in agreement, the Scorekeepers will alternate the responsibility of making the final determination before any arrows are removed. Groups will be responsible for calling their own arrows. Range Officials will not make arrow calls except during special competitions, shoot-offs, etc.

F. Any arrow deflected (making contact, but still proceeding toward the target) by an arrow already in the target will be scored as it lies.

G. Any arrow embedded (A “Robin Hood”) in the nock of another arrow will be scored the same as the arrow it struck. (This generally applies to hollow aluminum arrows.)

H. Any arrow rebounded (A “Robin Hood” that strikes and damages another arrow and does not proceed toward the target, but bounces back) will be scored the same as the arrow it struck, provided the damaged arrow can be identified. (This generally applies to carbon and small diameter arrow.)

I. Any arrow (except for “F”, “G”, and “H” above) not in the target will be scored as a zero (“0”).

J. All scoring ties (including first place) will be broken by the number of 12 Rings. If a 1st place tie cannot be broken by 12 Rings, a one-arrow shoot-off will take place if time or weather permits. The arrow that is determined to be the closest to the center of the 12 Ring, regardless of the actual score, will decide the winner. If for any reason a shoot-off cannot be held, and for all other places that are tied by 23 Rings, the sum of the prize money for the tied places will be divided equally between the shooters.

CLASS DEFINITIONS AND RULES:

All “Open” classes may use any bow, sight, release, stabilizer or equipment unless specifically prohibited in any other part of these rules, or by a ruling of the Competition Committee. Overdraws do not designate shoot class or shooting style. Sight type and/or release type is the determining factors for all non-Open classes. In Limited classes, only gloves, tabs, or fingers are acceptable, or a chew strap (tab held by the teeth) may be used in place of fingers. Range Officials reserve the right to review any equipment/accessories and determine its suitability for competition. The following equipment/accessories are prohibited in all classes. (1) Broadheads or any other point or tip not intended for target use; (2) Retaining mechanisms which allow the bow to be mechanically held in the drawn position; (3) Crossbows; (4) Laser sights.

CLASSES:

All classes with an age requirement will be based on the age of the shooter as of March 1st of the current year.

Trophy Tag Winner Scores Big!

The Sunrise Park Resort congratulates Bryan Yorksmith and his guide Marty Baha for their successful hunt held on the White Mountain Apache Reservation October 2008. Bryan won the hunt at the Sunrise 3D Shoot-Out held at Sunrise July 4th, 5th, & 6th, 2008. The hunt was one of the prizes given away to registered shooters. The White Mountain Apache Reservation is known for World Class Elk Hunting and Bryan enjoyed his fully-guided seven-day hunt tagging out on the sixth day of his hunt.

2008 Sunrise 3D Archery Shoot Results

Here is a list of the top finishers in the competitive shoot this year. Also the list of winners for the Elk Hunts and prizes.


Click Here For Results