Basic archery instruction workshop for teachers
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Preregistration is required by March 7
Athens, OH – Classroom teachers and other members of school communities who are interested in becoming certified National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) instructors are invited to attend a free training workshop Thursday, March 9, 2017, in Athens County, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).
The Basic Archery Instructor Training will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the ODNR Division of Wildlife District Four office located at 360 E. State St., Athens, 45701. Preregistration is required by March 7 and those interested should visit the naspschools.org to sign up for the course.
NASP instructors teach target archery to elementary, middle and high school students, right in the school gym. The curriculum covers archery, safety, equipment, technique, concentration skills and self-improvement. When students are introduced to the sport of archery, the in-school educational component is only the beginning. Many NASP-participating schools then start after-school programs and archery teams.
The NASP program is rapidly growing and popular among both students and educators. It was introduced into 12 Ohio schools in 2004. More than 700 Ohio schools now have teachers certified to instruct target archery. Over 30,000,000 Ohio students participated in NASP as part of their physical education curriculum during the 2015-2016 school year.
The first NASP program was launched in Kentucky in 2002. Since that date, 47 U.S. states and 11 foreign countries have adopted it. For additional details regarding NASP in southeast Ohio, visit wildohio.gov or call Chelsea Herrick at 740-589-9942 for more information.
ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR website at ohiodnr.gov.
