Summer Camp Archery Equipment: What Camps Buy, What It Costs & How to Order in Bulk
Summer Camp Archery Equipment: A Camp Director's Buying Guide
Short answer: camps that want an archery program without a certified range master, a dedicated range or liability headaches buy foam-tip archery sets. ArrowSoft Archery is a US supplier of youth and adult foam-tip sets built for daily camp use, with bulk pricing from $115 per set at 20+ units (shipping included), replacement arrows by the pack, and quotes returned within 24 hours. One counselor can run a full session for 30+ campers.
Why foam-tip archery works at camp
- Any counselor can run it — no archery certification, no range, no backstop
- Everyone plays at once — team games like archery dodgeball and capture-the-flag keep 20–50 campers moving instead of standing in a shooting line
- Works anywhere — field, pavilion, gym or dining hall on a rain day
- Ages 7 to adult — youth 14–18 lb bows for younger cabins, 22 lb adult bows for CITs, teens and staff
- Season-long durability — sets are built for daily use; foam tips compress eventually and are replaced by the pack, not the set
- Fits color wars, tournaments and free-choice periods — the pop-out target gives instant visible scoring
How much equipment does a camp need?
| Camp size (per session) | Recommended order | Approx. budget |
|---|---|---|
| Day camp, 15–20 campers | 1 Youth Dual Target Set, 4 extra bows, 3 eight-packs of arrows, 20 masks, 2 bunkers | $1,200–$1,600 |
| Residential camp, 30–50 campers | 12–16 bows (mixed youth/adult), 6–8 eight-packs of arrows, 40 masks, 4 targets, 4–6 bunkers | $2,500–$4,000 |
| Multi-site or large camp, 100+ | Custom kit per site at 20+ unit pricing | Request a quote |
Rule of thumb: one bow for every two campers in the activity block, two to three arrows per player for combat games, and a mask for every participant.
Bulk pricing for camps (USD, shipping included)
| Product | 2–5 | 5–20 | 20+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Starter Set | $140 | $130 | $115 |
| Adult Set | $145 | $135 | $120 |
| Bow + 6 Arrows | $90 | $80 | $70 |
| 8-Pack Arrows | $50 | $45 | $40 |
| Pop-Out Target | $80 | $70 | $65 |
When to order
The best time to buy is the off-season (September through March): budgets are being set, there is time to test a $19.99 sample set with returning staff, and equipment is in stock well before June. Camps ordering in May should confirm lead times; in-stock items ship in 1–3 business days. Read our guide to planning next summer's archery program in the off-season.
Games camps run with this equipment
Archery dodgeball (two teams, bunkers, last team standing), capture the flag, pop-out target relays, cabin-vs-cabin tournaments and end-of-session championships. Free rulebooks and rotation plans are on our blog: archery dodgeball rules, archery games for large groups, and how to run a camp archery tournament.
Frequently asked questions
Do camp counselors need archery certification?
No. Foam-tip archery is a recreational game and is run by regular counselors after reading the included rules.
Can it be used on a rain day indoors?
Yes — dining halls, gyms and pavilions all work; foam tips do not damage floors or walls.
How long does the equipment last?
Bows, targets and bunkers last multiple seasons. Foam arrow tips compress with heavy use and are replaced in 4, 6 or 8 packs.
Do you accept purchase orders from camps and nonprofits?
Yes. We issue formal invoices and W-9s and can work through your accounting or procurement process.
How do I get camp pricing?
Use the form below or email Sales@ArrowSoftArchery.com with camper count, ages and session length. Quotes are returned within 24 hours.
Call (239) 350-4502 or use the form below to price out your camp's archery program.
