Posts by dangasaur

dangasaur

2 Sep 2008

Life / Archery in Poland [6]

My wife and I are moving to Poland for a year to teach English. We will be living in Bielsko-Biała. I was wondering if anyone knew of any archery ranges, indoor or outdoor, that are within a reasonable distance?

I'm also assuming that there are no legal restrictions on bringing a compound bow into the country as a foreigner? At least, none that I could find online.

Thanks,
Ben

dangasaur

3 Sep 2008

Life / Archery in Poland [6]

Thanks for the info. What I might do is wait till I get over there and then have a friend ship my bow. I'm more worried about it getting stolen in transit if I don't check it with my luggage on my initial flight over.

dangasaur

4 Sep 2008

Life / Archery in Poland [6]

Got a response from the embassy.

In Poland a compound bow or traditional bow is not considered a weapon and therefore has no restrictions. A crossbow is considered a weapon and is regulated.

Regarding airline travel, as long as the bow and any other equipment that may be construed as a weapon (according to airline terms which basically ANYTHING) is checked, declared, and contains no products or materials otherwise restricted, it is safe to travel with.

I'm still not set on whether I'll be taking it or not. I may wait till I get there and see how close the range is before deciding.