Lincoln Park Archery Club

Founded in 1925, Lincoln Park Archery Club operates on Chicago Park District land specifically set aside for archery. As a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit, they're focused on keeping the sport alive and growing—their philosophy is simple: the more bow shooters out there, the better.

• •Monthly Intro Clinics - $5 per person, limited slots, first come first served. These are designed for people with little to no experience. Clinics cover range safety, equipment basics, and shooting form. Kids as young as 8 can participate. Registration is mandatory and clinics fill up fast.

• •Competitive Archery - LPAC hosts regular tournament shoots through the Chicago Park District Archery Association (CPDAA). Shoots run both indoor and outdoor seasons with published schedules and historical results dating back to 2002. Entry runs $25 for CPDAA members, $35 for non-members.

• •Member Access - Club members get year-round access to the Lincoln Park Archery Range (open dawn to dusk) plus access to the clubhouse. Membership is currently paused, but check back for updates.

The board includes serious competitors: Zach Raizen (president, certified USA Archery Coach and L1/L2 trainer), Michelle Pike (national-level competitor), Jim Hoffman (2023 Illinois State Champion), and others with decades of shooting experience and multiple state/national titles between them.

No broadheads or crossbows. No alcohol or smoking. Archers must shoot from the firing line. All arrows retrieved at the same time. No shooting straight up. Failure to follow rules results in loss of range privileges.

Email [email protected] for questions, clinic registration, or membership updates.