an archery target having a solid clay core surrounded by a high density foam wherein the core is capable of stopping an inestimable number of broadhead - tipped arrows in a manner nondestructive to either the arrows or the target itself . the clay core is essentially indestructible and can be restored to a like new condition through a simple procedure compressing the arrow holes remaining in the clay , the clay being formulated to allow easy withdrawal of broadhead arrows without damage to the arrow and with a minimum of residual material left on the arrow . multiple clay cores may also be used to represent vital areas of an animal and / or as multiple bull &# 39 ; s - eye for a target .