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leif:
I want a target to test bows on before finishing them. I'll shoot the target from close range (indoors 2-3m). I want to stop arrows with no bounce back . I'm thinking about filling a 30x30x30cm wooden box with dirt, shooting side would have fabric or plastic bags to keep the dirt in .

Is dirt or sand a good material to stop arrows?
how much thickness should it have ?
do you have to suggest a better filler material?

osage outlaw:
I wouldn't use dirt.  It will be heavy and eventually leak out.  There are other options for DIY targets.  You can use plastic wrap from skids, carpet, cardboard, rags, etc.  Do a search on YouTube.  I'm sure there are some videos on making targets.

PEARL DRUMS:
Sand piles work great, but bags or boxes of sand will leak out quickly. The cheapest I've seen was a burlap bag stuffed tightly with hundreds and hundreds of plastic bags, such as garbage bags, grocery bags and the like. Old clothing will work for a filler as well, but be sure there are no snaps, buttons or zippers still on them. Just fabric or denim.

leif:
hmm so dirt is not a good option.
My first approach was to search for plastic pallet wrapping. I asked for it at a local supermarket but they said they send it back for recycling... :( Maybe I'll ask more supermarkets.

Pat B:
If you are not shooting broadheads a feed sack filled with plastic grocery bags, or thin sheet plastic will stop target arrows and they are easy to pull out.

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