π£ Welcome to Burnaby Archers!
π― Hereβs a quick overview of how our club operates and what members need to know:
πΉ CLUB LEADERSHIP
Burnaby Archers is managed by a 7-member volunteer Board:
β’ President
β’ Vice-President
β’ Treasurer β’ Secretary
β’ Field Director
β’ 3D Director
β’ Target Director
The Club operates under a formal Constitution and Bylaws.
π The booklet is available upon request:
π§ burnabyarcherspresident@gmail.com
π BOARD MEETINGS & AGM
β’ The Board meets monthly to conduct Club business.
β’ An Annual General Meeting (AGM) is held each October.
π The date, time, and location will be posted under the βScheduleβ tab on our website.
π’ All members are encouraged to attend and consider running for open Board positions.
πͺͺ MEMBERSHIP INFO
β’ Membership runs from April 1 to March 31 (not the calendar year).
β’ Fees are NOT prorated if you join partway through the year.
β’ Members must display their valid membership badge when using the field.
π³ FIELD ACCESS
β’ Open 7 days a week, dawn to dusk, all year long.
β’ Target locks are changed annually on April 1.
π· Range Officers are often on-site to:
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Ensure safety
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Enforce shooting line rules
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Answer any questions
π Range Officers and Board Members can be identified by their coloured membership badges.
π VOLUNTEERING & EVENTS
We host a variety of events year-round. Dates and details are posted under the βScheduleβ tab.
π§Ή We also hold three Work Parties each year β Spring, Summer, and Fall β to help maintain the field.
π All members are encouraged to volunteer a few hours at:
β’ Work parties
β’ 3D events
β’ Tournaments
β’ Fun shoots β’ Refreshment or registration tables
π¬ βMany hands make light work!β Help us keep the field in top shape for everyoneβs use.
π« IMPORTANT RULES
To ensure safety and maintain the integrity of our Club, please note:
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Members must sign in and out when using the field
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Membership badge must be visible at all times
π« No guests or drop-ins allowed
π« We do not offer: β
β’ Archery lessons β
β’ Try-outs β
β’ Rental equipment β
β’ Hourly rates β
β’ Private group or coaching bookings
π« Only current Burnaby Archers members may use the field
π« Lending your key or allowing non-members access will result in immediate membership termination
π LEARN MORE
For general archery info, safety tips, and upcoming events, visit:
β’ BC Archery
β’ Archery Canada
π Also check with your local municipality about any archery bylaws in your area.
π¬ Questions?
Email us at: burnabyarcherspresident@gmail.com (We aim to respond within 72 hours.)
π― Thank you for being part of Burnaby Archers! We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you at the range.
BEAR SAFETY
During the late Spring and into Fall, bears and other wildlife are active in Burnaby Lake Regional Park. Please be #BearAware to avoid negative encounters with them and keep wildlife wild. For your safety:
- Never surprise a bear make noise, talk loudly or wear a bear bell.
- If you see a bear, stay back 100m.
- Never approach a bear, and change your route.
- If you encounter a bear, stay calm and slowly back away.
- Help Others stay safe by letting them know if there is one ahead so they can change routes.
- Ensure your pet is on a leash and follow Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Canine Code of Conduct.
Report all wildlife conflicts to the BC Conservation Officer Service RAPP Line
at
1-877-952-7277
Encounters can be recorded online at https://warp.wildsafebc.com/
The public can also create their own account and enter their own reports. burnabylakepark.ca
PLEASE RESPECT YOUR FELLOW ARCHERS - BE COURTEOUS - ADHERE TO ALL
RANGE RULES REPORT A CONCERN
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If you see any suspicious or worrisome behaviour at the field e.g. loitering, damaging property, or just feel uneasy about using the field for any other reason - you can call:
604-294-7200 City of Burnaby right away.
They will often have Park Patrols and Service trucks near the area and they will come as quickly as possible.
Phone Number for the Park Patrol is posted on the Notice Board at the field. I
f however, itβs an Emergency - call 911 right away !
If you would like to report a concern or have a question for Burnaby Board members email: burnabyarcherspresident@gmail.comβ (we endeavor to reply within 72 hours)
