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A <br /> Item# 8c <br /> tyof � <br /> �lk • <br /> River <br /> MEMORANDUM <br /> TO: Park& Recreation Commission <br /> FROM: Phil Hats, Street/Park Superintend nt - <br /> DATE: October 13, 1998 <br /> SUBJECT: Archery Range Update <br /> Staff has been gathering information on existing archery ranges,but we are not prepared <br /> to bring forward a site design or location recommendation at this time. The following are <br /> comments on existing archery ranges: <br /> Rochester <br /> The site sits in a natural crater type location of an existing park. The range has been in <br /> existence for 15 years with no incidents. The range has 10 different shooting stations and <br /> • the target area is back dropped with"Batts"(a product similar to that of a hay bale)that <br /> are purchased from a Minneapolis based business, American Excelsior. The annual cost <br /> of these batts is approximately$2,000. The length of the range is approximately 50-60 <br /> yards. The site requires little maintenance, and the overall operational cost is low. The <br /> busiest use months are August through October. It was suggested to staff that Hennepin <br /> and Ramsey County might have ranges for us to research. <br /> Arden Hills <br /> The archery range at Arden Hills has 10 lanes of various lengths from 15 to 50 yards. <br /> The shooting is down hill, and trees and shrubs separate the shooting lanes. <br /> Bloomington(France Ave.) <br /> The shooting lanes are approximately 15 yards apart,with trees and brush separating the <br /> shooting lanes. <br /> Recommendation <br /> Staff will continue to gather information on site design with recommendations on <br /> possible locations and designs. In addition, staff recommends inviting an archery <br /> enthusiast to an informational meeting with the Park&Recreation Commission. The <br /> development and funding will need to be discussed at a future meeting. <br /> • <br /> 13065 Orono Parkway • P.O. Box 490 • Elk River,MN 55330 • TDD &Phone: (612)441-7420 • Fax: (612)441-7425 <br />