Norton County Archery

04/29/2026

We’re gearing up for the Scott Esslinger Memorial 3D Shoot and hope you can make it out for a great day on the range!

Join us May 17 at Prairie Dog State Park Archery Range (just 4 miles west of Norton, KS) for a fun, laid-back shoot with a trickle start from 9:00–10:00 AM. Whether you’re coming to compete or just enjoy the course, it’s a great way to spend the day outdoors.

💥 $10 for 2 rounds
🏹 $5 optional competition
📏 Range finders ARE allowed in competition

Bring the whole family—youth archers 16 & under shoot FREE!

We’ll also have hamburgers available for purchase, so you can grab lunch without leaving the range.

Come out, shoot some targets, and enjoy a great day with Norton County Archery!

For more information call Brett 785-202-0314 or Allison 785-543-4240

04/26/2026

🎯 2026 Norton 3D Archery Shoots are here! 🎯

Mark your calendars and come sling some arrows with us this season:

📅 May 17
📅 June 7
📅 July 19
📅 August 16
📅 September 6

We’ll have a trickle start from 9:00–10:00 AM, and it’s just $10 for 2 rounds. Want a little extra competition? Jump into the optional $5 competition with 100% payback!

This year we’re mixing things up a bit—each month we’ll be trying out new games and different shoot setups/rules to keep things fun and interesting. Be sure to check our page before each shoot for the latest details.

🍔 Lunch will be available for purchase, so come hungry!

Bring your friends, bring your bows, and we’ll see you on the range!

04/21/2026

Scheduled 3D Archery Shoots for 2026:
May 17th
June 7th
July 19th
August 16th
September 6th

All shoots will be held at the Prairie Dog State Park archery range 4 miles west of Norton, KS. More details coming soon. Look for the flyer!

02/12/2026

One day left to get registered for the Critter Calling Contest! All entries must be received by Thursday, February 12th at 6:00 pm.

Critter Calling Contest February 14, 2026! Register by Thursday February 12th at 6:00 pm. See flyer for details.

01/28/2026

Critter Calling Contest February 14, 2026! Register by Thursday February 12th at 6:00 pm. See flyer for details.

12/18/2025

One more day to get entered for our Calling Contest on Dec 20th. Teams must be registered by 6:00 pm Thursday, December 18th!

12/11/2025

Calling contest final details, see flyer. **Add a youth team member age 16 & under at no extra cost!

11/19/2025

Critter Calling Contest will be held Saturday, December 20, 2025. Details will be posted on this page soon!

09/06/2025

🏹 The Final Shot of the Season!
This is it — our last 3D Archery Shoot of the year! Join us Sunday, September 7th at the Prairie Dog State Park archery range for one more day of arrows, targets, and good times.

🎯 Trickle start from 9:00–10:00 AM — arrive when you’re ready and shoot at your own pace.

📌 Special Note: Range finders WILL be allowed in this competition!

🍔 Lunch available for purchase.

Don’t miss the final chance to shoot with us this season!

08/16/2025

🏹 Almost the Final Shot!
We’re down to the 2nd to last 3D Archery Shoot of the season — don’t miss it! Join us tomorrow, August 17th at the Prairie Dog State Park archery range for a day of arrows, targets, and fun.

🎯 Trickle start from 9:00–10:00 AM — show up when you’re ready, shoot at your own pace.

🍔 Lunch available for purchase — because even legends of the range need fuel.

Bring your bow, your arrows, and your best aim (or just your best attitude). Whether you’re here to compete, hang out, or just give it a try, all are welcome — kids, traditional shooters, compound bow folks, and everyone in between!

07/19/2025

🏹 Aim for Adventure this Sunday!
Join us July 20th at the Prairie Dog State Park archery range for another exciting 3D Archery Shoot!
🎯 Trickle start from 9:00–10:00 AM — come when you can, shoot when you’re ready.

🍔 Lunch available for purchase — because every good shot deserves a good meal!

Bring your bow, your arrows, and a few friends — whether you're here for fun or ready to compete, we’ll see you on the range!

06/11/2025

🎯🌿 What an incredible day out on the range at our recent 3D Archery Shoot! 🌿🎯

Huge thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy the sunshine, challenge themselves, and share some laughs. We’re glad you joined us!

We loved seeing everyone there—kids, traditional and compound shooters alike. We can’t wait to see even more of you next time!

Nothing beats archery in the great outdoors. 🏹

Our next 3D shoot is Sunday July 20, 2025. Same time, same place. We hope to see you then!