The 252 Award Scheme
What is it?
Compete against yourself, your fellow archers and the weather to score the benchmark score (or more) in just three dozen arrows on a full sized target face using five zone scoring. Shoot and record TWO scores at a distance (each score must be recorded on different days) and you can claim the award for that distance.There are seven awards in total, from 20 yards to 100 yards. You can only shoot for one award at a time and must gain the awards in order. Beginners, novice and junior archers will start with the 20 yard award.
Once you have gained the award at your first distance you can move straight on and start trying to beat the benchmark at the next distance. Whilst you are trying to get the award at a specific distance please do not regularly try shooting any longer distances
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What are the benchmark scores?
The scheme is called the 252 Award Scheme as that’s the benchmark score for rounds shot using a recurve bow. The benchmark scores for each type of bow are;
| Distance | Recurve | Compound | Longbow | Barebow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 yards | 252 (all distances) |
280 (all distances) |
164 (up to 60 yards) |
189 (up to 60 yards) |
| 30 yards | ||||
| 40 yards | ||||
| 50 yards | ||||
| 60 yards | ||||
| 80 yards | 126 | 164 | ||
| 100 yards | 101 | 139 |
Please note that if you shoot two types of bow – perhaps recurve and compound, then you will need to enter the scheme twice, once for each bow-type.
What do I win?
We could say that that achieving the score is reward enough. However, for each successful claim you will be eligible to receive a certificate and a 252 badge to wear on your quiver with pride. Your first badge will be free, subsequent badges will be available to buy for £2.50. Junior archers will get all their badges for free.
