Author:
Cassie Scott
Joining the Archery Trade Association is simple and beneficial. You know the saying, “You scratch my back, I’ll scratch yours”? When you join the ATA, it not only scratches your back, it has your back.
You see, the ATA has dedicated teams who are just as passionate about the archery and bowhunting industry as you are. In fact, they’ll help you and your business be more successful.
ATA membership offers many benefits and valuable assets while uniting the industry. ATA members receive:
- Access to the members-only ATA Trade Show and seminars.
- Access to programs in the Member Services Area like ATA ePRO and the Retail Growth Initiative.
- Access to information and tools to make your business more productive and profitable.
- A free business listing in the ATA’s member directory.
- A free business listing (retailers only) in the store locator on ATA’s Bowhunting360.com and Archery360.com.
- And much more!
Your membership helps the ATA boost industry profits, reduce taxes and government regulations, and grow, protect and promote archery and bowhunting nationwide. The ATA also improves communication and business interactions between industry members like you.
ATA members include retailers, manufacturers, distributors, sales representatives and many others who work in the industry.

By joining the ATA, your business earns access to the ATA Trade Show, archery and bowhunting’s largest and most inclusive show. The Show is a member-driven event to promote commerce within the archery and bowhunting industry.
If you fit the mold, join the ATA!
When: ATA’s membership year runs April 1 through March 31. There’s no bad time to join the ATA, but there are prime times. To maximize your benefits and attend the ATA Trade Show, we recommend joining or renewing near the start of our membership year, from April through June. That guarantees a full year of ATA-member benefits.
How: To join the ATA, please download and complete the Standard Membership Application. If you’re a retailer, complete the Retail Membership Application. Be sure to provide verification documents that meet our membership requirements. The ATA approves or denies memberships based on the verification materials you provide. Please submit all the necessary documents and information with your application.
And that’s all it takes to join the ATA! Now it’s time to pull back, release and score with the Archery Trade Association. Join today. Trust us: We’ve got your back.
Call the ATA’s business office at (507) 233-8130 if you have any questions or need help completing your membership application.