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Marilyn Bentz, Executive Director of the National Bowhunter Education Foundation (NBEF), presented updates at regional Hunter Education Coordination meetings in Baton Rouge, Anchorage, and the Northeast. Bentz discussed the forthcoming combo curriculum, bowhunter education instructor classes, the Crossbow Hunter Survey by the Archery Trade Association, and the Elevated Hunting Instructor online class on the IHEA learning network platform.

The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP®) announced winners of its 2026 Design Contest with the theme "NASP® in the Outdoors." Five student winners from schools across Nevada, Iowa, Mississippi, California, and Missouri had their designs selected for official tournament apparel and merchandise, each receiving a Genesis bow.

Josh Johnson, co-owner of Spot Hogg Archery, discussed the company's origin story and new products including the Hogg Father Pro bowsight and ROTI Modular Sight System on The Bowhunter Podcast with host Christian Berg at the January 2026 SHOT Show.

The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) announced its 2026 national tournament series featuring Western, Eastern, and Championship tournaments across Utah, Kentucky, and Florida. NASP is expanding scholarship opportunities for both Bullseye and 3D archers, including 185 random scholarships, competitive shoot-offs, and team scholarships totaling thousands of dollars.

The National Bowhunter Education Foundation sponsored the 2026 Archery & Bowhunting Summit at the ATA Show in Indianapolis, providing industry professionals an opportunity to share best practices. NBEF Executive Director Marilyn Bentz and ATA President & CEO Jeff Poole highlighted the organization's commitment to growing archery and bowhunting through education and industry support.

The Pope and Young Club's Board of Directors unanimously approved allowing trophy bison from the Crow Reservation in Montana into their Records Program. Executive Director Justin Spring praised the Crow's efforts to restore the American bison species, while Records Chairman Roy E. Grace confirmed the herd met all Fair Chase requirements.

Swhacker Broadheads announces the launch of the #307 100GR Mechanical 2-Blade Broadhead, featuring exclusive Blade-Lock Technology, a 2" cutting diameter, and signature slice-twice blade action. Engineered and built in the USA by FL Outdoors, the #307 is designed for serious bowhunters seeking precision, reliability, and devastating field performance.

The Bowhunter Podcast, in partnership with Lancaster Archery Supply and the Archery Trade Association, features Bowhunter TV co-host Danny Farris recounting his 25-year journey to draw a Colorado bighorn sheep tag and his successful December 2025 hunt that resulted in harvesting a trophy-class ram from 25 yards away.

The Bowhunter Podcast, in partnership with Lancaster Archery Supply and the Archery Trade Association, features Bowhunter TV co-host Danny Farris recounting his 25-year journey to draw a Colorado bighorn sheep tag and his successful December 2025 hunt that resulted in harvesting a trophy-class ram from 25 yards away.

Barnett introduces the Hyper Raptor GTX crossbow, launching specialized 20" HyperFlite arrows at 425 FPS with advanced features including the Halo System, Rope Hold Roller Ball technology, and TriggerTech Frictionless Release Technology. The package includes premium optics options, arrows, and accessories for hunters seeking high-performance reliability.

Barnett introduces the Wildcat Ultralight DC crossbow, combining the proven Wildcat series platform with enhanced lightweight design. The crossbow launches bolts at 410 feet per second with 142 ft-lbs of kinetic energy, features a compact 6.75-inch axle-to-axle width, and includes safety systems like Anti-Dry Fire technology and a de-cocking mechanism.

Barnett announces the remodeled XPX Series crossbows, combining heritage with innovation. The lineup includes the XPX 420™ launching bolts at 420 FPS, the XPX 410™ at 410 FPS, and the XPX 400™ at 400 FPS, each featuring advanced engineering for hunters demanding speed, precision, and reliability.

Mathews announced its 2026 Contingency Programs offering over $1.5 million in monetary payouts to professional and amateur archers at ASA, IBO, and NFAA sanctioned events. The program includes a Bridge-Lock Stabilizer Contingency option with specific qualifying requirements for competitors.

Built with a precision machined aluminum alloy frame, the Black Series Tackdriver 5-Pin Bow Sight easily mounts directly to a Picatinny rail system and offers maximum adjustability with windage and elevation adjustments.

The next development in the STAN lineup of hinges is a sleek new connection to the shot of a lifetime. The LYNX features a masterfully balanced handle, the all-new clutch system, and the full range of adjustability STAN is known for. The STAN LYNX is a reliable balance of modern STAN engineering and dependability.

The Hyper Strike broadhead from Dead Ringer gives bowhunters the edge with devastating performance. Three razor-sharp stainless steel blades deliver a 1?-inch cutting diameter while boasting incredible penetration and busting through bone for consistent passthroughs.

Fire-N-the-Hole and Mossy Oak are thrilled to introduce a game-changing addition to the world of compound and crossbow hunting: the Sidewinder Broadhead decorated with the iconic Mossy Oak Country DNA pattern.

Dead Ringer announces its new Black Series Tackdriver Carbon DT 5-Pin Dovetail Bow Sight. Constructed with a lightweight aluminum alloy frame, carbon fiber arm, and tool-free locking arm knob, the Black Series Tackdriver Carbon DT offers durable performance that won’t weigh a bow down.

The Recruit XP from Barnett represents an exceptional value in a crossbow, offering a sub-$300 package that is incredibly easy to use while delivering deadly downrange performance.

TAC Vanes and Swhacker Broadheads launched a video showcasing several aspects of the performance of its LRP arrow against key vane and broadhead competitors.