buffett1 Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 ...for shooting my bow in the subdivision in which I live. I have space in our fenced in yard for shots up to 30 yards. Today I opened the gate and shot a 35 and 40 yard shot, nobody around, but I was standing in the front yard shooting into the back yard. When I mentioned this to my wife she wasn't pleased with my decision. What do you think? Should I just stick to the 30 yard shots or can I open the gate and shot the long one when no one is around. I am interested to read your comments. Let me have 'em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... I don't see anything wrong with it! As long as it is safe what difference does it make?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lil hunter Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... I think you're fine opening the gate and shooting a little longer distances. As long as you are staying on your property, I don't see anything wrong with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... as long as it is not a shot where the side view is blind. like could someone walk around a corner and be in your lane? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitrrophybowhunter Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... [ QUOTE ] ...for shooting my bow in the subdivision in which I live. I have space in our fenced in yard for shots up to 30 yards. Today I opened the gate and shot a 35 and 40 yard shot, nobody around, but I was standing in the front yard shooting into the back yard. When I mentioned this to my wife she wasn't pleased with my decision. What do you think? Should I just stick to the 30 yard shots or can I open the gate and shot the long one when no one is around. I am interested to read your comments. Let me have 'em. [/ QUOTE ] I would say it depends on the local laws. Trust me I know. I got in troublw for this two years ago. I live on an acre and was shooting. Police rolled into the driveway and explained how I could have been ticketed, bow taken etc.... I was suprised due to the rural area but whatever. If it is legal screw the neighbors Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... Wait til that day when your trigger mechanism fails about halfway through your draw and you send an arrow over the fence to who knows where. It happened to me Pretty dang scary. Now I only shoot 20 yrds and it is when no-one in my household is home, and I shoot directly toward the house. If I lose an arrow, it will be stuck in the side of my own house, not someone else's house or worse....... With all due respect, You're flirting with danger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WI2506 Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... I wouldnt... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... things can and do go wrong all the time. i think i'd stick to a range Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joebobhunter4 Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... i do that all the time in my back yard in a pretty big city... i jus open my fence and shoot thru it to the other side... get 60 yard shots then lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popgun Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... You asked for opinions and I say NO. Ask your neighbor behind you if you can shoot from his back yard using your own house as a backstop. Would you want your neighbor target practicing in his back yard toward your house? Too many things can go wrong. Find a friend with a farm if you don't have a range you can go to. ....popgun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doughboy1956 Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... I would not like my neighbor shooting towards my house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swamphunter Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... All it takes is a kid to run past your line of sight as you are settling in for the shot. Also, like Steve said, if that release fails, where is that arrow going to stop? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeramie Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... [ QUOTE ] Wait til that day when your trigger mechanism fails about halfway through your draw and you send an arrow over the fence to who knows where. [/ QUOTE ] I have 12-acres so I can avoid that but my wifes cousin did the same thing. He was shooting and bumped the release on accident. It topped his fence and went several yards down and landed in a privacy fence! Not a good deal at all..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... I used to shoot in my yard all the time up in IL. Then, my neighbor said his neighbor got a big fine and they took his bow. Discharging a weapon within city limits was the charge...I think. That was the end of my shooting in the yard. Check your local laws, better to be safe than bow-less. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowJoe Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... It all depends on the city ordinance. A bow is not defined as a weapon in some areas since it has no explosive discharge. I checked with my local laws and was told it is legal as long as it's safe. Aim at your garage or some hay bales or both as long as no houses or areas of human contact is around. If you can see a house behind your target, at less than 100 yds then you're too close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffett1 Posted October 10, 2006 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... The fence behind our house that I am shooting towards has nothing but trees and a small wooded lot. I understand what you guys are saying, but I wouldn't have been doing it if I had any concerns of being unsafe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowtechTurkeyHunter Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... In most cities its illegal to shoot your bow in the limits ... and like buckee said someone could get hurt by a loose arrow ... its one thing to damage your property but someone elses is another thing ... I think its an unnecasary risk if you ask me ... I would deffinately stick to the 30 yard pin in my back yard. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vagobbln Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... Always risky to shoot in an area where you have a blind spot, like through a gate in a fence or even near the corner of your house. A child or a dog could pop into your lane suddenly. I'd stick with the shorter shots when in populated areas like your neighborhood. Not worth the risk IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... I would just be wary of a kid intercepting an arrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_lou Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... [ QUOTE ] as long as it is not a shot where the side view is blind. like could someone walk around a corner and be in your lane? [/ QUOTE ] That was my thought exactly. I see no problem in shooting that far. Have you let your neighbors know that you would like to shoot in your yard? Not that you need their permission, but just to give them a heads up. Letting them know may prevent a visit from your friendly officer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Re: Am I wrong... So long as it is safe, dont see a problem with it, but then I shoot rifles in my back yard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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