AANS at a Glance


News                           

​Archers Reach Podium 

​The Archers Association of Nova Scotia would like to heartily congratulate Nova Sccotian shooter, Matthew MacDonald for winning the Gold Medal in the Hunter Class last month at the 2016 Canadian Outdoor 3D Archery Championships in Windsor, Ontario. Fellow Nova Scotian George Simms took the Bronze Medal and shared the podium with Matt. AANS is extremely proud to have two of our own reach the podium at this year’s National Championships. 

AANS Announces Interim

President 

A call was put out for an interim president to serve until AANS AGM which is on November 20th, 2016. One person’s name was put forth and we are excited to announce that Paul Robicheau will serve as AANS interim president. Paul comes from Riverside Archers and is excited to serve in this capacity.
 
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Ryan Francis at rfrancis@sportnovascotia.ca and Paul at paulrobicheau@hotmail.com

2016 3D Funding Criteria 

​All scores from the following must be submitted to AANS no later then September 15th, 2016 for funding consideration.
 
- Must compete in one qualifier 3D shoot.
- Must compete in the outdoor 2016 NS 3D provincials.
- Scores from the 2016 3D nationals will also be a determining factor for funding.  
 
Scorecards can be submitted via mail:
AANS
5516 Spring Garden Road
Halifax, NS B3J 1G6

Or given to 3D director (Jason Adams) if present.  Or a photo can be taken of the scorecard and sent via email to jadams89@hotmail.com 




​Archery Canada Selection

​Policy Updates

The  documents below pertain to the selection process for both the 2016  Pan American Archery Championships and the 2017 World Games. 
2016 Pan American Archery Championships: Selection Addendum
File Size: 93 kb
File Type: doc
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2016 Pan American Archery Championships: Team Leader Costs
File Size: 47 kb
File Type: doc
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2017 World Games: World Archery’s Quota Spot Qualification Procedure
File Size: 36 kb
File Type: doc
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AANS Decals 

AANS is currently selling sets of 2 decals. One can be applied to a bow case, accessory box, etc. while the other to the inside of a car window, club house or other window. The cost of the set is $5.00 or $6.00 if you would like them mailed directly to you. A request for decals may be sent with $6.00 to the AANS mailbox*, or they can be picked up at various shoots. 
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*AANS
5516 Spring Garden Road
Halifax, NS
B3J 1G6

Events                         

2016 Target Provincials @

St. Mary’s Archers of Truro

 Sunday, September 18th
Registration opens at 7:45 am
Practice at 9:00 am
Shooting at 9:45 am
 
Costs:  18 years and up - $20; ages 15-17 - $15; 14 and under – Free

There will be non-competitive classes available for beginner archers interested in shooting. 

2016 Field Provincials @

Osprey Archery Club

 Saturday, September 17th
 Practice at 8:00 am and Shooting at 9:00am
 Adult - $20, Youth - $15, Pre-Cub and under – Free

To help the club prepare, please preregister with Bette Burton (nssunshine@ns.sympatico.ca) by Sept. 14 indicating your equipment and age class.

Bring your lunch and enthusiasm for archery and Osprey hopes to see you there!

Lunenburg Rod & Gun

Club Shoot Rescheduled 

The shoot scheduled for September 11th, 2016 has been rescheduled to September 25th, 2016.