First lesson in Knife and Tomahawk throwing is SAFETY!!!
Safety has to be observed at all times, remember we are throwing weapons, sharp or not, they can do serious damage. Saftey always makes for an enjoyable throwing experience.

Here are a few rules to remember:

1. ALWAYS BE ALERT! Dropping a knife or tomahawk on a toe can ruin your day.
2. Throw only at appropriate Targets. Log ends, tree stumps, card board boxes, 2" lumber or plywood. Never throw at live trees.
3. Make sure that the direction you are throwing is clear of people, animals, windows and anything else that you don't want stuck.
4. Never throw sharpened knives by the blade. Butcher knives, hunting knives and pocket knives do not make good throwing knives. The blades are generally too thin and break or bend easily.
5. Never throw when someone is in front or beside you. Always stand at least three paces behind the thrower.
6. When throwing light weight knives, be prepared for bounce backs. Light knives have a tendency to bounce back further then heaver knives, but all knives can bounce back.
7. Children should always be supervised.