Buck & Doe's Mercantile operates a premier indoor archery range located at 24250 US-281 in San Antonio, Texas. As Central Texas's premier facility for hosting archery tournaments and competitions, the range serves archers of all skill levels, from first-time shooters to advanced competitors.
The facility features a 12-lane indoor archery range spanning 20+ yards in a well-lit, climate-controlled environment. The range includes multiple target options to accommodate different experience levels and preferences. Shooters can choose from standard wall targets, adjustable block targets, and 3-D targets that simulate realistic hunting scenarios. The facility also provides dedicated crossbow targets, ensuring that archers using different equipment can practice comfortably. For younger and beginning archers, targets can be positioned at closer distances, and the range offers rolling archery target bales for shorter-distance practice.
The range operates on a walk-in basis with no reservations or memberships required, making it accessible to casual visitors and regular practitioners alike. Hourly walk-in rates are $15 per person for non-members. For those without equipment, Buck & Doe's offers recurve bow rentals for $15 and compound bow rentals for $20. Recurve rentals come with a quick safety briefing and basic instruction, while compound bow rentals allow 15-20 minutes for professional measurements and setup by experienced archery staff members. All rentals include protective armbands and a full supply of arrows.
Beyond range access, Buck & Doe's provides comprehensive training through beginner, intermediate, and advanced archery classes, as well as women-only instruction options. Personal archery instruction is available at $40 per person, and group instruction is offered at $35 per person. The facility also maintains a full pro shop stocked with premier brands of archery products, allowing customers to try equipment before making purchases or to find the right gear with staff guidance.
The facility actively hosts archery tournaments and leagues, ranging from traditional competitions to events featuring 3-D life-size targets. Buck & Doe's accommodates clubs and youth groups including school and homeschool groups, Boy and Girl Scout troops, and 4-H programs, making it an ideal venue for both competitive and recreational archery activities. The business prioritizes safety as its top priority, with trained range supervision and established safety protocols for all shooters.
Buck & Doe's Mercantile maintains extended hours throughout the week, opening Monday through Saturday at 10 AM and closing at 8 PM, with Sunday hours from 10 AM to 6 PM. The facility can be reached at (830) 980-3637 for questions regarding pricing, availability, or any other inquiries.
