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Our Mission:
Nebraska Traditional Archers mission is to promote the ancient art of traditional archery. Represent the Traditional Archery community at the state and national levels. Provide traditional archers the opportunity to gather, shoot, maintain and expand their skills and knowledge of traditional archery. Advocate and require the strict adherence to fair chase principles.
History of Our Club:
The Nebraska Traditional Archers was incorporated as a non-profit organization in February 1996 by a group of archers dedicated to promoting traditional archery in Nebraska. The main goal of the club was to provide a place for members, their families, and those interested in traditional archery to gather, learn about, and expand their traditional archery skills and knowledge. The first elected President was Mr. Lonnie Iles. Working from scratch President Iles and the Board of Directors were able to acquire 3D animal targets and hold the first annual Nebraska Traditional Archers Rendezvous in Plattsmouth NE on Labor Day 1996. With membership expansion, the club was able to host more events throughout the year.
In 2000 there was a changing of the guard as Mr. Jerry Bennett took over as President and brought a new batch of people to the board of directors. With the change of leadership came a change of venue for the rendezvous as this event was moved to Fremont, NE where it remains today. Mr. Bennett served as President for two years and in March of 2002 Mr. Vince Smith was elected President.
President Smith and the Board of Directors worked diligently to promote the club events. The bow-building class was expanded in 2003 to an advertised event attended by the public and in 2008 the class was expanded to a two day affair. This has become another great annual event. A 3D string shoot was added in 2005 and has been a big hit with members. The club has worked hard to expand and its role in the archery happenings in Nebraska and nationally.
In the summer of 2009, President Smith established a partnership with The Izaak Walton League of Fremont. They graciously let the club use their facilities to conduct our monthly meetings and the annual bow-building class. After eight years leading the club, President Smith has decided to step aside. Mr. Rob Brooks took over as President in February 2010.
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