Off the Arrow Shelf

In this episode I give you a report on the Thornbury Fieldand Roving Archers 50th Anniversary shoot held recently, with a rundown on the targets and several novelty shots. We still have places for the Briar Rose Field Archers shootthis month on the 19th of July, open to all NFAS archers and styles. Details can be found on the Briar Rose website https://briarrosefieldarchers.wordpress.com/ If you h...

In this very special episode which marks the 150th episode I’m delighted to have as a guest Marek Pawlik, owner and brains behind Snowdonia Archery Retreat. In the episode we cover everything from the facilities at the retreat, how it all started, What Marek shoots and how he got into field archery and his coaching thoughts. If you get chance check out Snowdonia Archery retreatwebsite. https://sno...

In this episode I give a shoot report on the recent BlackArrow Field Archers NFAS open shoot.  Regular listeners and readers will know I have a soft spot for Black Arrow Field Archers club and attend as many of their shoots as possible in the year, since it is a club I used to be in many years ago. It is one I struggled with not because of the course but myown mind set. The Push episode I mention...

Do you ever feel you are running to just keep still, I feellike I am sometimes. In the latest episode I offer some updates on what I’ve beendoing coaching wise and course setting. I also identify some of the things I have seen new archers to the hobby do that isn’t always right or puts pressure on themselves. I mention how Coach Angel Garcia is back releasing contentagain and promised a link to hi...

In the latest episode I invite you on a learning journey with me as I introduce you to the concept of the Archers Triangle which is something I first started using when I started archery nearly 20 years ago. I honestly believe it is as applicable to an existing archeras it is to a newbie. In the next few episodes, I plan to expand on the 3 sides ofthe triangle but this is very much an overview. If...

In the latest episode I looking back at our Easter break andwhat we got up to away from archery. I want to also thank everyone who has been supporting me of late and all my loyal followers. I take some time to talk about my thoughts on the future ofthe podcast, how I hope to create some more 3D target reviews, revisit the coaching tips via the Archers Triangle and how I doubt I’ll go down a sponso...

In the latest episode I am recording a shoot report forBlack Arrows NFAS shoot in March this year. I was great to catch up with people, especially Nathan aka Clwyd_archer on Instagram Overall, I thought it was a good day just a bit slow at times, but that won't put us off from returning. Our thanks to all involved with setting the course and running the event, especially for the warm welcome a...

In the latest episode I am delighted to be joined by Dal of Dal archery, here in the UK where we completely nerd out on arrow building, different wood options and everything archery, especially building wooden arrows. We talk for over two and half hours on the podcast about howhe first started and how his passion for archery has developed over years to now encompass Dal Archery, his business which...

There seems to have been a lot of things going on the in thearchery world in recent weeks, from archery shops going into administration, the government plans for limiting crossbows in the UK. Me tinkering with barebow and trying out some new arrows from Skylon (edge 6.2) along with a couple ofpodcast suggestions. Firstly, though a bit of promotion for the Briar Rose fieldArchery annual shoot on th...

In this short episode I cover my thoughts on the excellent Uukha product demonstration at Merlin Archery on Tuesday this week. If you have time please check out my YouTube channel ( https://www.youtube.com/@offthearrowshelf )Hopefully you will enjoy the content, and if you do, please hit the Like button and consider subscribing to the channel. Most of all remember to enjoy your shooting and as alw...

I’ve recorded this episode of the podcast as a video on mythoughts on the National Field Archery Society championship faces (NFAS). For those that don’t know NFAS produce a selection of target faces specifically designed for the big game round used at clubs across the country and at theNational Championships in September. In this video I cover the positive and negative points and provide my though...

Welcome to the first podcast of 2026, crazy to think we arealready in February. I hope 2026 is treating you well and any new year resolutions you made are still going well. I will admit to having a bit of a rant at the start of this episode concerning the appalling service we have received from TUI airlines following our long flight delay when returning home. After everything that happened end of...

Welcome to the last podcast of 2025. It’s crazy to think 2025is almost over. In this episode, where I dare to be in front of the camera,rather than just a voice,  I give a quick review of 2025 from Off the Arrow Shelf HQ, also known as my office come fletchingroom, but more importantly I get the opportunity to say thanks to all my followers, listeners and subscribers. I have been very fortunate to...

In this episode I am joined by Chris Mussell who is a scoutleader and archer, where we have a long conversation about the role archery has in the scouting organisation in the UK. Discussing not just coaching scouts of all ages in archery in all forms from soft archery to shooting a simple field course, but also what is involved with training the scout leaders in the what’s required to run a sessio...

In this very special episode, I am delighted to host areturning guest Kristina Dolgilevica return. Those of you who have been listening to the podcast for a few years might remember Kristina’s first guest slot back in episode 80. Then she had only just taken on the role of Editor for Bow International magazine. Now a couple of years on we discuss her success in celebrating Bow Internationals 30th...

I have a very special guest in this episode of the podcast,I am delighted to have Oliver Lewis who is the owner of Hemlock Archery. For those of you who don’t know of Hemlock Archery, they area UK based business selling a variety of archery related products but most noticeably Hemlock wooden arrows. In this episode we talk about a mix of topics from how itall started to what his top tip is for any...

Welcome to another episode and following a quick update onwhat has been going on over the past couple of weeks, I launch into a technique you can use for building your stamina in archery, while highlighting a few things to consider about not pushing yourself too quickly. If you have any questions or queries you can drop me an emailon or via the website  There is my YouTube channel if you enjoy the...

After a quick update on what has been going on over the past couple of weeks, I launch into a technique I’ve used myself and have coached other archers with. It is surprisingly straight forward and can help build confidence in distance judgement and overall shooting. If you have any questions or queries you can drop me an emailon or via the website  There is my YouTube channel if you enjoy the con...

It’s been a very exhausting couple of weeks with my Mamsfuneral, helping at a scout camp, half term with associated childcare and more. Finishing off with a trip in an ambulance and stint in thelocal hospital accident and emergency, thanks to knocking myself out at the archery wood. So in all it’s been very tiring. Anyway back to this edition. I mentioned in this episode I have recorded a video an...

This is a personal message of thanks to all those of you who have messaged me or called to offer support following the sudden death of my Mam on October 1st. I have some amazing friends and followers who have reached out to me. Thank you all. I wanted to record how I’m feeling and trying to come to terms with the grief and loss. Remember to enjoy your archery, but most of all reach out to friends...

In this episode I talk about my experiences of generating content on a daily basis for YouTube shorts. Along with what it’s taught me about the work involved, acknowledging you don’t always have to have a response or answer to every question. It’s okay to say I don’t know or I need to check that. It's also made me realise I want to focus on longer form material going into a bit more depth than...

In this episode I answer from a follower, the question was about how you go about tracking your progress and improvement in archery over time. I break the process down into tracking progress when shooting your home club grounds and when you venture out onto competitions. If you have any questions or queries you can drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshel...

We’ve been looking for group 4 3D target and I’d shot a Wildcrete cane toad at an NFAS shoot a few months back and thought it was worth investing in. With the club having, recently bought this target from MerlinArchery (https://www.merlinarchery.co.uk/) I thought it about time to record this review on what it’s like and how well it stands up to being shot. It was used at the clubs open NFAS shoot...

This is the long waited for review of The Push Archery AlphaPack quiver and makes up Episode 128 of the podcast. It's an honest review of the Alpha pack quiver, following several months of using it. Highlighting the element I like about the design, how much it holds and my thoughts on using it. If you have any questions or queries you can drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via...

This is a very overdue shoot report for the Lyme Valley NFASshoot back in July 2025. Warm summers day and a mixed 3D and paper face course, saw us head up the motorway to Lyme valley and shoot a nice course with some interestingly laid shots. Thanks to all involved and sorry it took so long for me to record this shoot report. If you have any questions or queries you can drop me an email on  offthe...