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TARGETS:
There are several different kinds of targets. The kind of target that you choose will depend on the amount of room available and the materials that you have access to.

Target Materials:
Log ends are my personal favorite. You can get log ends from many different sources, tree trimbers, firewood sales, saw mills, landscapers, etc. To help prevent them from cracking the log ends should be around 10 inches thick. The thickness will also leave room to attach the frame to support this target. Other materials that work well are plywood & landscaping timbers.

Wood Types:
Softer woods are best, pine, poplars, cottonwood, and palm. I like to use cottonwood, if it is kept wet, it swells back and make your block last longer.

Target Examples:
Most of these targets can be built for under $40.00.

Tripod:
The sturdiest of the examples, the tripod can be built with 2X4's, 4X4's, or poles. Worn blocks can be turned overm and the legs can be folded up for easier storage.

Hanging Block:
This is the simplest of the three examples. By adding chain to the sides, it can be hung on a wall, a pole, fence or a tree.

Plywood Backstop:
This target works well to catch knives and hawks that go astray. The block is attached to the back of the plywood into the block. 2X4's are used to support the plywood. With a few modifications this example can be made to fold up.

Timber block:
Tim Valentine gave me this idea. If you don't have access to logs, this is the ideal target. This target can be built from landscape timbers from any lumber yard, and well-used blocks can be easily changed out.