Date Night
Are you aiming for adventure for your next date? Check out one of these fun and different date ideas!
Recently, my husband and I decided to try our hand at target practice at Frontier Justice in Kansas City, KS. Their shooting packages start at $79 for adults; we opted for the $89 Bold and Beautiful package, which included the guns, range fees, and eye and ear protection for each of us. I had not shot a gun for at least 10 years, and only one other time prior to that, so I admit I was a little nervous. However, I quickly warmed up to holding and using the guns and to loading the magazines. My husband was better at it, and we both managed to get some shots right in the “heart” of the target—albeit from different distances. In addition to the shooting ranges, Frontier Justice has an array of classes and other events. They also sell clothes and home goods and have a café.
Try the latest craze sweeping the nation: ax throwing! On a recent weeknight, my hubby and I ventured out to Blade & Timber in the West Bottoms. If you don’t mind sharing a lane with other lumberjacks and jills, the cost is $20 per person for an hour and a half. We, however, lucked out and had the lane all to ourselves! One of their coaches demonstrated proper safety and ax throwing techniques. Then we practiced on our own. Of course, my husband caught on immediately and got a bullseye within his first few throws! I, on the other hand, spent about 30 minutes trying to get the hang of it. Eventually, I hit the target regularly—including one bull’s-eye!. If you’d rather not risk sharing a lane with others (and either embarrassing yourself or showing off!), you can book a private lane.
A third adventurous option is to visit Archery Excellence in Independence. For $20 per person, you can attend a 15-minute basics class, followed by 45 minutes of practice on your own. We were lucky enough to have a Level 4 coach who is certified to train beginners through Olympians. She was patient with us and went through each step in detail. The coach presented such detail that I wasn’t sure I would do well when it came time to put it all together. But I caught on quickly, and the action seemed more natural when we practiced on our own. My lucky husband went into the adventure with some experience. In addition to lane rentals, you also can attend classes, book private lessons and play archery tag. It was a different and unique date, and I’m glad we tried it.
Hannah Berry is a freelance writer who lives with her husband in Kansas City. They enjoy regular date nights and love trying new restaurants and activities.