A decorative Halloween item designed for archery practice features a stylized pumpkin face. These targets provide a festive alternative to traditional archery targets, often crafted from durable materials like foam or compressed cardboard to withstand repeated arrow impacts. An example would be a foam block shaped and painted like a jack-o’-lantern with designated scoring rings.
Seasonal targets offer archers an engaging way to celebrate holidays while honing their skills. The novelty of these targets can encourage practice and provide a fun activity for archers of all skill levels. Furthermore, their thematic design adds a festive atmosphere to archery ranges and events during particular times of the year. Historically, archery has been intertwined with seasonal celebrations and harvest festivals, so using themed targets is a modern continuation of a long tradition.