Sussex Archery Club Hosts Hometown Hero Shoot to Benefit Veteran Nonprofit
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Sun)
Last registration: 3:00 PM
Last registration: 2:00 PM
Sherwood Forest Bowmen will host the Hometown Hero Shoot on June 13 and 14 in Sussex -- a two-day outdoor 3D archery event open to the entire community, with all proceeds benefiting Bows for Battle, a nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans heal through the discipline and focus of archery.
No military or first responder affiliation is required to participate. The event welcomes archers of all ages and skill levels to navigate a 40-target outdoor course winding through the club's 28-acre wooded property. Food, beverages, and raffle prizes round out the weekend.
Bows for Battle is dedicated to supporting veterans through the discipline, focus, and healing power of archery. The mission is to put bows in the hands of veterans and create opportunities for them to reconnect with themselves, with fellow veterans, and with the outdoors.
Bows for Battle uses the fundamentals of archery -- stance, breath, focus, patience, and precision -- to help veterans quiet the noise of daily life, regain control in the moment, and build confidence after service.
Through access to archery equipment, outdoor shooting events, mentorship, and veteran camaraderie, Bows for Battle creates a brotherhood of support where veterans can find connection, purpose, and healing.
Everything about ★ ANCHOR ★ AIM ★ OVERCOME ★ is the motto for Bows for Battle and captures why this weekend matters. Every arrow shot is a dollar towards putting a bow in a veteran's hands.
The Hometown Hero Shoot is a rare opportunity to experience competitive 3D archery up close in a family-friendly outdoor setting -- while directly supporting a cause with real impact for Wisconsin veterans. Food, beverages, and raffle prizes will be available both days.
Sherwood Forest Bowmen is a family-focused, not-for-profit archery club located at N61 W25600 Walnut Rd in Sussex, Wisconsin. The club prioritizes youth archery development and serves archers of all ages and experience levels across 28 acres of wooded property. Facilities include a 20-yard indoor range, a 50+ yard outdoor range with a two-level elevated shooting stand, and a 40-target 3D course. Learn more at sherwoodforestbowmen.com.
Bows for Battle is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterans through the discipline, focus, and healing power of archery. The mission is to put bows in the hands of veterans and create opportunities for them to reconnect with themselves, with fellow veterans, and with the outdoors. Through access to archery equipment, outdoor shooting events, mentorship, and veteran camaraderie, Bows for Battle creates a brotherhood of support where veterans can find connection, purpose, and healing. Learn more at bowsforbattle.org or follow @bowsforbattle.