National Archery in the Schools Program - NASP

NASP is a two-week physical education program designed to teach the fundamentals of archery in grades 4-12. Archery is a completely safe activity where girls, boys, athletes and non athletes all compete on a level playing field. The program can be taught indoors or outdoors, and can be translated into compelling subject matter for math, science and history teachers. Many schools have also started after-school and summer programs and formed teams which compete in local, state and national tournaments. In just a few short years, NASP has spread throughout the country into 47 states, and schools involved in the program have documented an increase in attendance, heightened self-esteem, and improved academic performance when the program is offered.

The cost of the start-up kit is approximately $3000 and includes: 12 compound bows, arrows, targets, safety net, arrow holders, bow holders and personal safety equipment. The bows were designed by a leading archery manufacturer specifically for this program to be used by students of all sizes with no adjustments.

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department supports this program and offers grants to get your school started. Additional financial assistance may be available through local wildlife organizations or national conservation organizations.

View the "Assessing and Evaluating the National Archery in the Schools Program" report (880Kb PDF) for benefits of hosting the program in your area.

Grants to get your school started:
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department continues to offer grants to schools (651Kb PDF) interested in participating in NASP.  There are two grant options.  Schools receiving grants must agree to offer the program during regular PE class time, maintain on staff 1 certified NASP Basic Archery Instructor, and commit to the program for 5 years.

• Grant option A: 50% of the equipment start up cost, or approximately $1,500. Schools must provide 50% in matching funds.
• Grant option B: For schools willing to partner with 2 other schools, the equipment kit and an enclosed trailer are provided.  Each school must provide $300 in matching funds for a total of $900.  The trailer is provided to help safely and securely transport the equipment between schools.

The option A grant is preferred as it allows more flexibility as to when during the semester the program is offered.  It also allows your school to offer the program more often for longer periods of time, allows you to form an after-school archery club as well as participate in tournaments without having to coordinate with partnering schools to get the equipment.  Schools choosing to partner also have increased equipment maintenance and replacement costs.

For more information on the program or for additional fund raising options, contact Jeff Long, State NASP Coordinator at 701-328-6322 or select a link below.

Related Links:
North Dakota National Archery in Schools Program
National NASP

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