If you've ever wanted to shoot aerial targets with a bow, don't miss this opportunity to learn from some accomplished aerial shooters.

[caption id="attachment_6376" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Give yourself a chance to hit an aerial target with a bow by using one of these simple aiming methods.[/caption] Shooting aerial targets with a bow has always been a fascination of mine. It seems to be the ultimate test of an archer's skill and reflects countless hours of practice and commitment. Archer's that can consistently hit aerial targets have developed a skill few will ever master. If you have ever wanted to shoot aerial targets with a bow, check out this brief four part series put together by a duo of accomplished archers. https://youtu.be/dkn94Hq3C-A As you can see, this pair of archers has some serious skill when it comes to aerial shooting. In case you don't have time to watch the series, or want to skip to the meat and potatoes, here is a brief summary of the series and the different aiming techniques they discuss.

Point shooting

In the first video of the series the pair discusses the worst way to aim at aerial targets; point shooting. They describe point shooting as seeing your aerial target guessing where it will go, aiming where you think it will go, releasing, and hoping they intersect. I would imagine this is where almost all archers begin their aerial shooting career. If you listen to the advice of the gents in the videos, they would encourage you to steer clear of this aiming technique and find a more concrete way to hit your target.

Sustained Lead

In the second video on how to shoot aerial targets with a bow the hosts describe an aiming strategy called the sustained lead. Archers that use this aiming method find a point ahead of the target and hold that lead as they swing through the shot. For example, draw on a moving target and find a six inch lead. As the target continues to move, maintain the six inch lead as you aim and release your arrow. One point the instructors emphasize is to continuously move your bow throughout the shot. As the say, "a stopped bow is a missed shot." This advice rings throughout the entire series.

Pull Away

Another method for aiming is dubbed the pull away method. In this technique the archer holds directly over the moving target while it is in flight. You then follow with the moving target, holding directly over it. When you are ready to shoot quickly accelerate your bow ahead of the target and release. The pull away method will help you find the target, and will also keep your bow moving through the shot. Both of these are important to shoot aerial targets.

Swing Through

The final method for shooting aerial targets with a bow is the swing through method. This method is probably familiar to anyone with shotgun experience. Using this aiming technique you see the aerial target and begin to "chase" it with your aim. Once your aim has caught up to the target you release the arrow. The important focus point in this style is that your bow should never stop moving. Chase the target and continue to swing through while releasing when your point of aim is directly over the target. If you've ever wanted to give aerial targets a try, put these different aiming techniques to the test. You'll never know which method will work best for you. Odds are you can use the same setup you use for hunting. All you may need to buy is a half dozen flu flu arrows. These arrows slow down after about the first 20 yards to avoid losing arrows and are a blast to shoot. There is a final challenge you may face the pair didn't discuss; trying to convince your spouse to throw targets all night!

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