Haul – and Huck – Some Axe

When James Anderson and his colleagues launched Forged Axe Throwing in Whistler in 2017, the act of throwing small axes at targets perhaps still seemed a bit of a fringe activity to many. Since then, axe throwing has become a full-fledged sport — and it’s been growing in popularity both for recreation and competition ever since.

“We started about three and a half years ago in Whistler, and at the time it was seen it as a super crazy activity, but it’s just ballooning,” Anderson says. “There are competitions in Canada and the U.S. where there’s around $50,000 in prize money. It’s just been growing steadily.”

The business adopted numerous protocols related to the coronavirus pandemic. All parties must now book in advance, but if the time slot isn’t fully reserved, groups may get in by calling 15 minutes before arrival.

With three separate axe-throwing rooms, Forged Axe can accommodate three groups at once, with a maximum of 20 persons per group. Facemasks are not required for groups who are all from the same household, with a minimum throwing age of 10 years old, and an experienced staff member is dedicated to each group during the one- to 2.5-hour sessions. Guests receive instruction on safety and throwing techniques and are shown how to stage a competition that’s both exciting and fun for all, Anderson says. Regardless of the weather, this indoor activity is a “bullseye” for year-round adventure!

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