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Arkansas National Archery in the Schools Program

Archery is a great way to sharpen skills, build self-esteem and create a stronger atmosphere for success in the classroom.

The Arkansas National Archery in the Schools Program – part of the National Archery in the Schools Program – targets students as young as fourth grade and as old as high school seniors. They learn archery skills, as well as an outdoor hobby they may enjoy for the rest of their lives.

Upcoming ANASP Dates

State Tournament
February 5-6, 2010
Summit Arena
Hot Springs
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Funding for this program comes from the following sources: the Conservation Sales Tax, Conservation License Plate sales, Fine Revenue, and hunting and fishing license sales.

  Conservation License Plate

Teacher Information and Forms

Adoption of Composite Arrow for NASP

Beginning Is Easy

Archery is fun and beneficial in many ways, but it’s also relatively inexpensive and simple. ANASP requires a Genesis bow with a universal draw length and a wide range of draw weights. It works for just about everyone, right- or left-handed. Young archers love this bow, which comes in a variety of colors.

A NASP kit, which costs about $2,500, includes:

Sources of Funds

Money for ANASP may come from many sources, including Act 799 of 2003, which sends fine money collected from violators of Arkansas Game and Fish Commission regulations to all 75 counties. The money is earmarked for conservation education in schools.

The AGFC may offer grants for archery equipment. Contact the AGFC for more information at (800) 364-4263. Conservation groups also may be interested in helping support ANASP.

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Benefits of Archery

Kids of many physical skill levels can enjoy archery. A little concentration and hand-to-eye coordination is all it takes. Not only will students enjoy archery in the classroom, they’ll get the chance to display their skills at a state archery tournament sponsored by the AGFC.

Arkansas students will join thousands of others across the U.S. and Canada who have enjoyed and learned from NASP. Get your school on target with a call to Curtis Gray at (870) 319-5136 or by e-mail at jcgray@agfc.state.ar.us.

“I’ve seen kids who aren’t involved in any extracurricular activity get excited about archery. Kids who felt they couldn’t achieve athletically said, ‘I can do this!’ ”

-Shane Roach, Fouke High School

For more information about this program, contact:

Curtis Gray, ANASP Coordinator
Arkansas Game and Fish Commission
Education and Outreach Division
2 Natural Resources Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501)223-6437
(800)364-4263
jcgray@agfc.state.ar.us

National Archery in the Schools Program For more information on the National Archery in the Schools Program, visit www.nasparchery.com.