OKNASP
Schools across the country are discovering an exciting new program that hits the bull's eye in meeting the physical education needs of their students. Through the Oklahoma National Archery in the Schools (OKNASP) Program, students have the chance to excel today, tomorrow, and throughout a lifetime in the unique sport of archery. The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), of which OKNASP is a part, is a coordinated effort and partnership between schools, state wildlife agencies, and the nation’s archery industry.
In Oklahoma, OKNASP promotes physical education by providing target archery training to the state’s youth.
Designed for 4th-12th graders, the curriculum covers archery history, safety, techniques, equipment, mental concentration, and self-improvement.
How can your school join the program?
Teachers attend an eight-hour National Archery Association training class taught by certified Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation instructors. They return to their schools fully prepared to teach the two-week archery course to their students.
What is required of teachers?
Teachers must simply attend a free one-day workshop conducted by OKNASP-certified instructors. Topics covered will include range setup, running a safe archery range, building student skills, equipment maintenance, and more. If you are interested in attending a workshop, please contact the OKNASP coordinator. Once a teacher has completed the training course, their school is eligible to purchase an equipment kit.
Instructor Training
What is required of teachers?
Teachers must attend a free two-day workshop conducted by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation trained staff. Topics covered will include range setup, running a safe archery range, building student skills, equipment maintenance, and more. If you are interested in attending a workshop, please contact the OKNASP representative in your area.
Once a teacher has completed the training course, their school is eligible to purchase an equipment kit. Schools will also be required to obtain certification in the Explore Bowhunting, Explore Bowfishing, Hunter Education, and Oklahoma Fishing in the Schools Program, which is part of the two-day training.
To learn how to bring this exciting program to your school, contact:
Kelly Boyer at (405) 919-1623 or use the following contact form.
Equipment
- 12 Universal Draw-Length Compound Bows
- 5 Dozen Aluminum Arrows
- 5 NASP Certified Target
- 1 8x30ft Archery Backstop Net
- 1 Repair Kit
- 1 Bow Floor Rack
Testimonials
“The OKNASP program allows our special needs students to participate on an even playing field with their peers.”
- Carla Buck, Physical Education Teacher, Mustang Public Schools
“Teaching Archery to Elementary & Middle School students has added diversity and excitement to P.E. class! It has brought our students, parents, teachers & community together & the excitement is contagious!”
- Misti Mitchell-Bain, Comanche Public School Physical Education Director/Teacher
“While teaching the OKNASP course curriculum I noticed that student attendance was near 100 percent and the students’ self-discipline was greatly improved.”
-Colby Cagle, Teacher, Bethel Public Schools
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For additional information contact:
Kelly Boyer - Information & Education Specialist
Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation
(918) 299-2334