"If it ain't broke, don't fix it," is a well-known saying. It is a concept that organizers of the annual Woodcrest 3D Archery Shoot have found to work well. "We pretty much do the same thing over and over, and the guys still keep coming," said Jason Martin, operations director for Woodcrest Retreat, a camp and conference center located at 225 Woodcrest Drive, Ephrata.

The 12th annual shoot will be held at Woodcrest on Saturday, Aug. 28. The course will be open from 7 to 10 a.m., after which a hot brunch will be served. The course will reopen at 11 a.m. and remain open until 3 p.m. There is a fee to take part in the shoot, which includes brunch, a speaker, and opportunities to win door prizes. The price will be discounted for those age 15 and under. A separate price will be offered for those who take part in only the afternoon shoot. Organizers noted that any style of bow may be used on the course and that families are encouraged to take part in the event together.

This year's course will consist of 30 targets depicting North American wildlife. The speaker during brunch will be Tim Stauffer, pastor at East Hanover Mennonite Church in Hershey, who will deliver a short meditation on a hunting-related topic.

As in years past, the shoot will feature door prizes consisting of hunting- and outdoor-related items mostly provided by Weaver's Store in Fivepointville. Vendors specializing in outdoor sporting equipment will also have displays on-site.

The shoot raises funds to help defray the general operating costs of Woodcrest Retreat and to subsidize fees for campers who need assistance to afford camp. It is necessary to raise approximately $85,000 yearly to cover the camp budget. Proceeds from the shoot will be added to funds raised by the annual auction and golf tournament in hopes of reaching that goal. Last year, more than 140 shooters took part in the event, and 21 sponsors joined in to help the cause. Target sponsorships are available for this year's shoot. Individuals interested in sponsoring may call 717-738-2233.

Woodcrest, which is located on a 110-acre wooded hillside in northeastern Lancaster County, provides camping experiences in a variety of settings, including day, resident, and adventure camps, along with a Conquerors special needs camp. Martin reported that in 2021 more than 1,800 youngsters will attend camp at Woodcrest, representing an increase of 400 youngsters more than the previous attendance record.

Those who wish to take part in the 3D Archery Shoot are encouraged to register by Friday, Aug. 20, by calling the camp or visiting http://www.WoodcrestRetreat.org.