The last time I shot in a 3D shoot, Jimmy Carter was President. Back then, you walked through the woods and shot 3D targets at unknown distances. Your foot had to be touching a stake or you had to shoot from a tree stand but there were no optics allowed. No mono or binoculars or rangefinders were allowed.

Am getting back into it and wonder how much things have changed. I plan on attending one in a couple weeks and would like to know what to typically expect? Thanks for your help.

Still the same....except the binocular rule. Binoculars are allowed (not higher than 8x for IBO), range finders are not.

rcd567,
It is still a nice walk in the woods. The target distances have been greatly shortened as I understand it. ( can' t say that I was competing back then.) There have also been a lot of classes added during that time period. You should check the IBO web site for a total listing of classes and their restrictions if you have not already done so. A few people have been learning about distance perception and various factors influencing that. The results are courses with less distance but sustained difficulty. We still shoot unknown distance, while touching the stake, but as stated 8X binoculars are allowed. Please observe the time limits on the stake. The people are still some of the best you will find anywhere. We have also had a few presidents since then including now our second George Bush.

I hope you had a nice nap, and welcome back to the game.