Archery Whitehorse, Yukon
There are 3 archery ranges in Whitehorse, Yukon.
Every archery range in Whitehorse
Compare 3 archery facilities with verified information on pricing, amenities, and lessons.
IndoorBGC Yukon - Archery Program
Boys and Girls Club of Yukon offers free archery programs. Wednesday sessions (seasonal).
OutdoorWhitehorse Archery Club
New members can borrow gear to get started. The club is for families.
IndoorYukon Aboriginal Sport Circle - Archery Program
Professional full-time coaches including Olympic and Team Canada level athletes. Sheila Madahbee (Team Canada World 3D C...
Whitehorse punches well above its size in coaching talent. The Yukon Aboriginal Sport Circle's archery program includes full-time professional coaches: Sheila Madahbee, who represented Team Canada at the 2009 World 3D Championship, and Ilgin Kizilgunesler, who competed on the Turkish Olympic team. The program is open to all youth, with preference given to Indigenous participants. The Whitehorse Archery Club on Range Road offers a 3D course through boreal forest with loops including the Short Loop, Hunter's Loop, and Bridge Trail, plus equipment loans for newcomers, at $15 a visit. The Boys and Girls Club of Yukon adds free seasonal archery on Wednesday evenings.
A guide to archery in Whitehorse
In Yukon, the outdoor season typically runs from May to October. During these months, 3D archery courses are very popular in nearby conservation areas.
Winter Strategy: From November to April, most archers in Whitehorse move indoors. With 2 indoor ranges available, you can practice year-round.
Short Answer: It Depends.
In most urban areas of Canada, municipal bylaws prohibit the discharge of weapons, including bows and arrows, outside of designated facilities.
No! You do not need a Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL) to buy or own a standard bow or crossbow in Canada.
Exception: High-velocity crossbows (over 500mm length) may have restrictions.
Currently, there are no designated free public archery ranges in Whitehorse. Shooting in public parks is illegal. The most affordable option is a "Drop-in" pass at a local range, typically around $20-$25.
Archery in Whitehorse, FAQ
There are 3 archery ranges in Whitehorse, Yukon. Listings include BGC Yukon - Archery Program, Whitehorse Archery Club and Yukon Aboriginal Sport Circle - Archery Program.
For archery in Whitehorse, we list BGC Yukon - Archery Program, Whitehorse Archery Club and Yukon Aboriginal Sport Circle - Archery Program.
Yes. Beginner lessons are listed at BGC Yukon - Archery Program, Whitehorse Archery Club and Yukon Aboriginal Sport Circle - Archery Program. Equipment rental is also listed at BGC Yukon - Archery Program, Whitehorse Archery Club and Yukon Aboriginal Sport Circle - Archery Program.
Yes. Indoor archery ranges in Whitehorse include BGC Yukon - Archery Program and Yukon Aboriginal Sport Circle - Archery Program.
Yes. Archery clubs in Whitehorse include Whitehorse Archery Club and Yukon Aboriginal Sport Circle - Archery Program.
Yes at Whitehorse Archery Club and Yukon Aboriginal Sport Circle - Archery Program. Membership requirements for other listings are not confirmed.
Last updated 2026-09-27. Sourced from the archeryrangescanada.ca directory.