NASP: Teach archery to your students in grades 4-12

The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) is an international-style archery program for students in grades 4-12. In most states, the national program is adopted and administered by State Wildlife Agencies. In California (CAL NASP) the program is a collaborative effort between the Department of Fish and Game (DFG) and the Departtment of Education (DOE) and is delivered to students by teachers in physical education classes during school hours.

Teachers are trained by the DFG and are asked to undergo an 8-10 hour training class to become NASP certified. There is a class material cost of $25 per participant which includes one year of NASP membership. The materials cost is greatly reduced at this time because of a federal grant.

DFG is offering training classes for educators to deliver the CAL NASP program to elementary, middle and high school students. After-school program instructors and other youth organizations are welcome to participate in training classes but are not eligible to compete in NASP-sanctioned tournaments and events.

If you are interested in implementing CAL NASP at your school, please read the FAQ and apply online. At the time of application, you may sign up for any of the current trainings being offered or you may request to be notified of a future training. When your application is submitted, you will receive an email response with detailed information. Class material fee of $25 must be paid two weeks prior to class date.

Contact Lesa Johnston, NASP Coordinator
(916) 322-8933 or ljohnsto@dfg.ca.gov.

Visit www.archeryintheschools.org for additional information.