Heart of Maryland Bowhunters is a member-run organization committed to promoting the sport of archery through education, training and practical experience. We offer a place for everyone to learn, practice, and develop archery skills. All are welcome regardless of whether or not you are a hunter or a target archer. The club is a nonprofit organization under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)( (3).
Our Organization
The Heart of Maryland Bowhunters (HMB) was established in 1994 as a place for a small group of bowhunters to get together to practice their archery skills. Over the past 30 years we have grown into one of the very best 3D archery courses in Maryland.
The club is situated on 40 acres of the Patapsco State Park with three dedicated members-only practice ranges. The club has nine target butts placed at distances between 10 to 65 yards on a flat range. We also have an elevated shooting platform with six 3D targets. A 3D range (currently 17 targets ranging in distance from 15 to 40 yards) is also available to all members at any time of the year.
Events
During the spring and summer months the club sponsors monthly 30-target 3D shoots normally on the first Sunday of the month. Most of the targets are Rinehart targets and all are in excellent condition. This 30-target 3D course, which is separate from the three members-only ranges, is a 3/4 mile long loop with varying terrain and many uphill and downhill shots as well as shots from a tower. All members get their Sunday shoots for free, non-members pay $15.
Wednesday night fun shoots will begin on May 8, and will take place every other Wednesday until August 28, except that there will be no shoot on July 3. Wednesday shoots will be a 20-target course. The cost will be $5 for everyone including members. Shooters can start any time between 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM.
See the calendar for all specific shoot dates.
Memberships
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
3D SEASON
Our 3D season is in full swing. Our next shoot is Sunday, May 5, 2024. Shooters can begin the course at 8:00 AM and leave the registration area as late as noon. There will be 30 targets. The cost will be $15 for non-members and is free for members. There will be a work party to set up the range on May 4, beginning at 3:00 PM and lasting until the work is done. A hearty THANK YOU to all who contributed to making our first two shoots big successes!
See our calendar for a complete list of our upcoming shoots.