Bow Slinger event at Fort Riley offers chance to “Meet Your Army”

Published: Aug. 4, 2022 at 6:49 PM CDT

RILEY CO., Kan. (WIBW) - The 4th annual Bow Slinger event at Fort Riley will be a chance for the public to have some outdoor fun while also meeting some Army soldiers.

The August 20th event will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Some of the scheduled activities include a military dog demonstration, a free Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks archery clinic, and a bus tour of Fort Riley.

There will also be displays of military equipment and a chance for the public to talk to soldiers. Army recruiters will provide a video game trailer for kids or adults to test their skills. Food trucks will also be on site to purchase lunch or refreshments.

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