The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is the partner/coordinator of the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) “On Target for Life”. This in-school program for grades 4^th – 12^th is changing our future generations lives one arrow at a time in schools and communities throughout 47 states, 8 provinces, and 11 countries. Illinois is proud to be one of the first 10 states registered in the program. 

Thanks to NASP, students are learning important life lessons such as discipline, focus, confidence, patience, and many other skills required to be successful not only in the classroom, but life as well. NASP is the largest youth archery program in history, putting a bow and arrow in the hands of over 18 million students since it began in 2002. 

91% of students pursue other outdoor activities thanks to this program. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is excited to see what the future brings with our continued support and involvement in NASP!