Will a Bale of Hay Stop an Arrow? Do Hay Bales Work for Archery Targets?
A tightly baled 1-ton hay bale will stop an arrow. At long ranges (70+), the straw will too. Much closer, you’ll dig in your straw bale to see the nocks. Hay bales make a poor backstop for crossbows; arrows bury so far there is nothing to grab. Hay bales suit beginners; cheap, big, arrows penetrate … Read more