The National Archery in the Schools Program and Easton Technical Products celebrate the highest number of Academic Archer nominations ever recorded with 40,163 Academic Archers being nominated by their coaches for the 2023/2024 school year. According to the results of the 2017 NASP® student survey, 40.15% of students indicated that participation in NASP® motivated them to want to work harder in the classroom. Knowing this, NASP® and Easton continue to promote the mission of NASP® educators everywhere! NASP® and Easton care about the academic success of NASP® students.

NASP® coaches again utilized local criteria to nominate their deserving students. Registration for the Academic Archer program began back on September 1, 2023, and concluded on April 1, 2024. NASP® educators and coaches from 48 US states, and 4 Canadian Provinces enrolled students in the NASP® Academic Archer Program this school year. Students who earn this honor through their hard work in the classroom are recognized at national events and through recognition programs at many local schools.

Based on feedback from NASP® state coordinators, NASP® added multiple pathways for NASP® educators and coaches to nominate students. Students can be designated by their local Basic Archery Instructor (BAI) via any of the following: Read more

The new-for-2024 the AXE400 Crossbow delivers on speed, accuracy and value all in one exceptional package. Offered by one of the industry’s most progressive crossbow manufacturers, shooters will feel confident taking to the range or the timber with this performance-driven crossbow.

Sending crossbolts down range at speeds up to a deadly 400 feet per second the AXE400 delivers on the high-end performance users have come to expect from AXE Crossbows — without a high-end price tag. Light weight, compact, ambidextrous and extremely adjustable this attractive offering leaves nothing to want. With a state-of-the-art ambidextrous safety mechanism and patented Anti-Dry Fire feature the AXE400’s trigger is just one of the many safety, and performance-driven metrics.

This bow’s backbone is a multi-position buttstock, easy step through foot stirrup and an ergonomic/adjustable foregrip the stock resembles those found on high end tactical firearms. The extruded aluminum rail is designed for repeatable accuracy and pairs perfectly with ultra-durable 200-pound compression molded limbs to deliver feel and function sought after by today’s demanding hunters. The quiver mounting system holds tight against the stock for an improved, streamlined fit and better overall aiming.

A premium AXE optic is ideally matched to the crossbow’s ballistic profile with a 2-7 power x 36mm multi-reticle scope with precision windage and elevation adjustment, that’s sturdily mounted to a cantilever-style mount above the rail. Dual string suppressors and limb dampeners help improve accuracy and eliminate noise while keeping the 400 dead-in-the-hand.

Each AXE400 crossbow package includes a top-end multi-reticle 2-7 power x 36mm scope, removable Quiet Crank cocking device, rope cocking device, three crossbolt side quiver, three PileDriver crossbolts by Carbon Express® with practice points, and rail lubricant to deliver a full turn key package designed to get users in the field quickly and effectively.

AXE400 Crossbow Specifications:

• Feet Per Second: 400 fps
• Kinetic Energy: 135 ft-lbs.
• Draw Weight: 200lbs
• Weight: 7.2lbs (bow only, 8.4 with accessories)
• Width: 14.25” (cocked) / 17.75 (uncocked)
• Power Stroke: 14.25”
• Length: 35”
• Arrow: 20” PileDriver380, 380gr crossbolts w/moon nocks & 100 gr field points
• Includes scope, rope cocker, Quiet Crank, 3 bolts, 3 field points
• MSRP: $699.99

Axe Crossbows are now available at the finest retailers nationwide or at http://www.feradyne.com/axe-crossbows.

For more information on the Axe AXE400 please visit http://www.feradyne.com/axe-crossbows or stay social: on Facebook and Instagram.

Slick Trick Broadheads ®, the manufacturer of the deadliest broadhead on the market, today announces a new cut-on-contact broadhead to its successful lineup with the turkey D-Cap. Designed for the ethical bowhunter seeking the ultimate tool for spring devastation, the Slick Trick D-Cap offers a 5.1” total cutting edge that, when making contact with the turkey’s head or neck, will inflict maximum and immediate damage.

Razor sharp, crazy durable and extremely deadly, the Slick Trick D-Cap boasts .060” thick 420 Stainless steel blades that ensure no fly-aways, no wounded birds, and no tracking when the blade makes contact with the head or neck.

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The Prime NXT, The “I want to Shoot the Same Bow as Mom and Dad” Model

Memphis, Michigan —Prime Archery®, by G5® Outdoors—the leading manufacturer of premium archery equipment, is proud to introduce the Prime NXT. A compound bow specifically built for youth shooters that can be closely compared with Mom and Dad’s setup.

The NXT features Prime’s Center Grip riser design which results in a bow that’s simple to aim, even for the most inexperienced shooters. It’s constructed with aluminum limb pockets, has a machined aluminum riser, and doesn’t utilize any plastic in the areas where it counts.

The bow makes it extremely easy to adjust draw weight and draw length without the use of a bow press, as youth shooters hit their growth spurt. Prime’s EZ Grip training tool is included with every NXT and a complete bow package is an option for those interested. The complete NXT package includes a G5 Meta peep sight, 4-pin tool-less sight with light, whisker biscuit-style rest, and a G5 Head-Loc quiver.

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The Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund is proud to award a $100,000 grant to the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP®) to support educational programming for more than one million students across North America and offset equipment costs for new schools joining the program.

NASP® embodies the efforts of Bass Pro Shops and its founder, noted conservationist Johnny Morris, to inspire everyone to love, enjoy and conserve the great outdoors by introducing new audiences to nature and outdoor recreation. When a school incorporates the NASP curriculum in its physical education offerings, more than 100 students on average participate in the sport at that location annually, with two-thirds of participants being first-time archers. Read more

New for 2024, the Hyper Raptor BCX™ by Barnett® sets the industry standard in crossbow technology, blending premium features, cutting-edge innovation, and top-tier technology to deliver the smoothest, fastest, and most user-friendly shooting experience available! Rooted in over 60 years of unwavering commitment to quality, dependability, precision, and safety, Barnett stands as the original pioneer in the modern-day crossbow, earning the trust of hunters worldwide. Barnett combines everything hunters need in the hard-hitting, lightweight Hyper Raptor BCX.

Lightning-fast speed is one of the many stand-out features of the Hyper Raptor BCX. With a 14-in. power stroke and draw weight of 215 lbs., the crossbow launches a 380-grain HyperFlite™ arrow at 425 FPS. The arrow’s 21% increased FOC (front of center) and 61% greater ballistic coefficient reduces wind drift, making for a deadly combination of blistering speed, downrange accuracy, and deeper penetration. The BCX delivers an impressive 152 ft./lbs. of kinetic energy, this setup leaves nothing to chance. Read more

Prime Archery®, a G5 company and the leader in Center Grip bows —has announced that during the month of March if you purchase a new Prime Bow, you’ll receive a free ½ dozen G5 Arrows of the customer’s choice.

G5 is thrilled to venture into the premium arrow market, inviting customers to experience a new level of accuracy firsthand with their arrow system. The Mark Series and Stax Series arrows offer bowhunters unparalleled precision within a comprehensive arrow system. Partnering with one of the world’s premier arrow shaft manufacturers, G5 delivers highly durable shafts boasting an industry-leading .001 straightness across all arrow shafts. Additionally, G5 offers precision-machined arrow components crafted in our state-of-the-art US factory. Paired with Prime’s industry-leading Center Grip bows, it creates an unbeatable setup for the most dedicated bowhunter. Read more

Mogadore, OH. – Tenpoint Crossbow Technologies recently launched their NEW Axis Tripod. Designed specifically for crossbow hunting and the height required for ground blind use, the Axis Tripod uses less than ½ the floor space of competitor tripods – allowing for more equipment and shooting coverage in the tight confines of a blind where inches make the difference.

Weighing 50% less than competitor tripods, the Axis makes packing and carrying your hunting kit to your blind easier than ever. The Axis collapses down to 25” and extends up to 40” tall. Read more