The MSP archery range is the best public range I've ever shot at. In fact, it's better than the…read moremajority of private ranges, too. Located along the Eastern side of Mile Square Park, along Euclid St, the range is a beautiful outdoor setting, with the entire length of the shooting lanes covered with a nice, big steel structure. There are 20+ lanes, starting with 10 yd bales on one end, going out to 70-80 yds on the other end, in 10 yd increments. There are also lanes with no bales for archers who want to bring their own targets, stands, etc. It is a popular spot for shooters, and is especially busy on the weekends, so be prepared that you may have to wait for a lane, or share a lane with your group. (And seriously, if you are going to a public range with a group of 4-5 people, do you EACH need your own lane? Be kind and share!) The bales are all foam, and do get replaced periodically as the middles get shot out. The range is generally not monitored by Park Rangers, so it is up to the shooters to self-manage the range most of the time. Also note that the Parks Service runs group lessons most Saturday mornings, and when the lessons are running the Parks staff will call out the range commands. When the range is busy, and when Parks is running group lessons, the range will be slow. If you are a fast shooter, bring enough arrows so you don't shoot your 6 then wait 5 - 10 minutes for the rest of the range to finish the round. (Conversely, don't shoot 20-30 arrows if the entire range is waiting on YOU to finish a round.) There is a paid parking lot ($5) inside the park, right next to the west end of the range. Entrance is on Euclid, almost to Warner Ave. Or, you can park along Euclid for free, and just walk in to the range (~200 yards walk through the park.) There are park restrooms behind the range if you need. The range itself is free to use. Overall a beautiful place to shoot your bow(s), well maintained, and vast majority of archers there are good, friendly types.

Learning how to use a bow and arrow. Great location, free to use, clean and everyone was very…read morerespectful of the facilities/rules. Highly recommended location for spending a few hours

I took the beginner class on a Sunday with a few friends. Kevin, one of the owners, got us set up…read moreand was extremely patient, friendly, informative, and kept the class going with a good blend of practice time and also individual instruction. I definitely had a fantastic time taking the class and left feeling like I actually learned a few bits of knowledge for the next time I try archery! Thanks to everything at OC Archery. :D Edit update: I came back and bought a bow and they were super helpful in getting me comfortable and trained with it.

Originally went here to recalibrate my bow, and I ended up coming out with a good bow and lots of…read morewisdom. Kevin, the owner, helped me set up my bow and gave me the right arrows that fit right for my draw length. He also gave me a lot of pointers on how to better shoot my bow at the range. If I lived closer I would come to this place a couple times a week to get lessons from him. I highly recommend beginners to check their store and range out, as they are very knowledgeable with a super friendly staff.

Jeremy was a good instructor,had an awesome time. $20 per person for an hour class. Watch a 5min…read moresafety video in the beginning. Equipment included for class

I got a deal off of Groupon for an archery group class and it was such an easy transaction. When…read moreyou first arrive, you check in and send you upstairs. Once everyone arrives (they do have a good waiting period for those running a little late), the instructor introduces himself and you watch a quick video with safety instructions and an introduction to archery. From there, you are given pieces for your fingers (and instructions on how to wear them), then you line up and get sized for your bow... and then the fun starts!! They are really good at emphasizing the safety precautions you need to take without being pushy. Our instructor was really helpful with our form and adjusting our bow as we needed. There were some people in the class that definitely tested the patience of the instructor, but they kept cool and remained patient and kind. This is going to be a fun hobby! :D

I've been to a lot of gun stores here in Orange County and this Turners has been my go to for the…read morelast two years. The staff is friendly if you are polite and have your things ready to go. The wait at the gun counter is long, because the location is fairly busy. Buying guns take a decent amount of time in California. They aren't going to magically go faster just because you are in a hurry. Have realistic expectations, have your forms of IDs in order, and you'll be good to go to buy your gun. Additionally, the archery and fishing departments have very knowledgeable staff and are a huge wealth of information.

i've spent several years in firearms, tackle and sporting goods retail in three different states…read moreand I can confidently say this one makes the grade. A lot of people blame the chain, I blame the location and this one has done me no wrong. Jan in their fishing department gets a special shout out because he has provided me with some very productive local Intel in addition to great reel servicing. The counter jockeys over in the gun section are cool guys. Typical firearms nerds, a couple of them are more concentrated in different specializations, but they're all fighting the good fight. The cashiers provide fantastic customer service and their prices are fair considering everything that's going on in the world. I have heard from someone I know that their gunsmithing services leave something to be desired. But I have never brought anything in for work so I truly can't confirm that is the case.

First time archer and returning archers classes are reserve online. They fill up fast and you need…read moreto check the dates and times they come out on their website. I was fortunate enough to book a class, since they still had openings. In order to book, you are required to pay $5 per person, and each person shooting needs a reservation. For the first time archer classes you need to arrive 15 minutes to sign in, get placed with a group/instructor, get the gear (they measure your arms, for the bow and arrows) the first-time archer classes are 8 AM and the returning is at 10 AM. Our instructor was very informative and helpful throughout the class. We also benefit from having a trainee in class where he was shadowing the main instructor. He was helpful with assisting and correcting our form. I was in a group with 9 other people. Each group was led by an instructor and taken to their own shooting area to learn the etiquette, rules, and how to shoot properly. He provides demonstrations and tips for correct shooting. After each demonstration, instructor invited the group to the line to practice shooting. Instructions were very clear and helpful. At the end, they provide balloons as targets to shoot. If you were able to pop the balloon, you get a cool pin. After the class was done, the instructor gave us a card to show proof that we've taken the first class, and we can sign up for the returning class if we decide to. Parking is limited. There is a small parking lot and it gets filled quickly. Come early or park on the street and walk down the hill.

This archery range is something else. It is basically a trail with targets spread out, mimicking…read moredifferent hunting scenarios that you can practice for. There are also more of a long range targets if you are into that. The range is very well maintained, never too crowded, and the whole experience is just unmatched. I have been to several archery ranges and this is absolutely in its own league. Per City of Pasadena regulations you need to be certified to practice at the range, which entails about an hour long class and a small fee. Just keep in mind that it will take about a month to get your cert sent to you, so do it in advance. Absolutely worth it. Any interactions I have had with the staff and members of the club have been great. They also have classes, competitions, events, etc. Once a month (I believe 3rd Sunday of every month) they put up 3D targets, which are a lot of fun. Honestly, this place is a gem. P.S. It is also the oldest continuously operating field archery range in the world.

In my 11 years homeschooling, we have taken a TON of classes. Sir Robin (Will) is a fantastic…read moreteacher. My 2nd time observing my sons archery class, I realized this guy knows classroom management. He is able to engage and maintain the outdoor class of young children, which is a tough task. His archery equipment is in great shape and he has a set of skills the archers work towards. My son enjoys collecting feathers and the phoenix shards for his "Robin Hood" cap each week.

This camp / class sounds great, but unfortunately I think this business may be closed. Their…read morewebsite is out of date, nobody responds to emails and getting a hold of them via phone is near impossible.

I was so lucky to realize a childhood dream at El Dorado Archers! Clem and Ann Marie were prepared,…read morethoughtful, and patient instructors. I'll definitely come back with friends. They provide all of the safety supplies, bows, and arrows as well. I'd recommend getting there as early as possible. Sign ups start at 8:30 and I got there at 8:15 with the second to last spot!

I really enjoyed the safety class, loved the instructors and got excited about joining the classes…read more Unfortunately, I was prohibited when I came to the beginner's class the following week from bringing my trained dog that would be securely tied to a post on the outside of the premises. It was not a problem the first time I did this. Hope to find a private coach for a lesson or two and continue this awesome sport elsewhere :). Thanks for the safety training!