Held in conjunction with the ATA Show, the Summit is the most efficient and impactful way to bring together industry leaders and state and federal agencies to discuss archery and bowhunting.
- Take part in interactive discussions and panel talks
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Be the first to hear findings from our multi-state grant study
on the crossbow market - Enjoy exclusive access to the ATA Trade Show floor
- And much more!
Education, alignment and strong partnerships between the archery industry and public agencies are essential to advancing R3 and conservation efforts. We hope you’ll make plans to join us!
For questions, contact Nicole Nash, ATA’s senior manager of outreach, at nicolenash@archerytrade.org.
Step 1: Register for the ATA Trade Show.
Step 2: Under the Events/Certification Section, click the “Select” button next to the Summit to add the event to your registration.
Please note: The Summit is $100 per person for Department of Natural Resource groups that would like to sign up.
It is free to attend for any other attendee groups (retailers, exhibitors, etc.) that are already attending the Show.
PRELIMINARY2026 SUMMIT AGENDA
As of June 27, 2025
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. — ATA Morning Seminar Sessions
8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — ATA Show Floor Open
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. — Welcome
9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Crossbow Study Results
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. — State Director Panel #1
11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. — BREAK
11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — WI Crossbow Study
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. — Industry Celebration Event, presented by Mossy Oak – Must have Show Badge
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. —ATA Morning Seminar Sessions
8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — ATA Show Floor Open
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. — USFWS Big Game Expenditures
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. — Public Views of Hunting and Shooting Sports
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. — Partner Panel
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — BREAK
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Panel Discussion – State Director Panel #2
2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Friends of NASP Panel
2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Crossbow Manufacturer Inside Look
The Summit provides agencies, organizations, and manufacturers the opportunity to create a melting pot of ideas. The excitement and energy these folks bring to the table sends you home with dozens of new ideas and initiatives. That drive keeps us motivated and pushing to create a brighter future for the next generation of archery.
– Todd Holmes, Pennsylvania Game Commission
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
- Meet Peers at the Welcome Social
- Attend Education Sessions and Panel Discussions
- Access the ATA Trade Show Floor
- Enjoy the ATA Industry Celebration Event
