S3DA Conservation
Through S3DA, youth develop valuable lifelong skills that extend far beyond the archery range. Participants learn the principles of ethical bowhunting, fair chase, wildlife conservation, and responsible outdoor stewardship – foundations that help shape the next generation of outdoorsmen and women.
By connecting archery with conservation education, S3DA encourages youth and their families to become active participants in preserving our natural resources and outdoor traditions. Members gain a deeper understanding of the important relationship between wildlife, habitat management, and conservation practices, while creating meaningful outdoor experiences that last a lifetime.
Protecting our outdoor heritage depends on recruiting, retaining, and reactivating participants in hunting, shooting sports, and other outdoor activities. This concept, known as R3 (Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation), is supported by a nationwide network of wildlife agencies, conservation organizations, and industry leaders working together to increase participation in the outdoors.
S3DA is proud to support the R3 movement by introducing youth and families to archery, bowhunting, and conservation-focused activities that foster a lifelong appreciation for the outdoors. Through these experiences, we are helping ensure that future generations remain engaged in protecting and enjoying our nation’s wildlife resources and outdoor traditions.
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S3DA National Conservation Coordinator
Patty S. Reel
conservations3da@gmail.com
864-933-6962
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Explore Bowhunting
The Archery Trade Association (ATA) has developed a program called “Explore Bowhunting”
Explore Bowhunting is an educational program designed to help educators, instructors, and program leaders teach youths ages 11 to 17 basic bowhunting skills. The Archery Trade Association created the program to spark interest and inspire passion for bowhunting among youths, but the program regularly introduces people of all ages to the sport. Through these hands-on experiences, youth gain confidence in their interactions with the natural environment and strengthen their appreciation for wildlife and the outdoors.
Click on the Explore Bowhunting Youth Handbook for a SNEAK PEEK and JOIN S3DA TODAY to gain access to the FULL VERSION Youth Handbook.
S3DA is committed to instilling in youth the critical connection between hunting and conservation by exposing them to the Scholastic 3-D Archery/Pope & Young Clear Path Bowhunting Initiative. This initiative provides information on the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, The Pittman Robertson Act, and also includes an overview of the history of modern bowhunting and fair-chase ethics. S3DA coordinators, coaches and youth members are provided this information to create a deeper understanding of the principles of being an ethical hunter as well as the importance of conservation practices.
The driving force behind the growth of the program has been derived from many different facets, including the R3 program (Recruit, Retain, Reactivate), Fish & Wildlife agencies along with Department of Natural Resources agencies, partners, sponsors and interested parties across the nation.
The National Deer Alliance (NDA) helps deer hunters produce quality hunting and quality memories by growing quality deer. Through the National Rack Pack youth program, Mentored Hunting Programs and the NEW #FirstDeer campaign, NDA is helping new hunters of all ages experience deer hunting for the first time. Many S3DA members are participating in the #FirstDeer campaign with their Bowhunting Success Stories. If you have a #FirstDeer story you would like to share, please e-mail your story and picture submissions to kaylas3da@gmail.com
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Job Duties & Role Responsibilities for State Conservation Coordinators
STATE CONSERVATION COORDINATOR - This person oversees the development of the state and is responsible for:
1. State Conservation Coordinator will act as a liaison between State S3DA and Conservation groups.
2. State Conservation Coordinator will act as a liaison between State S3DA and the R3 Initiative.
3. Establish partnerships between State S3DA and State Fish and Game agencies.
4. Establish partnerships between State S3DA and conservation/hunting related groups.
5. Schedule conversation groups/state fish and game agencies to have a presence at the regional/state tournaments.
6. Work within their state to promote conservation and hunting thru seminars, educational opportunities, booths at archery shoots, etc…