South Dakota Archery Association

The South Dakota Archery Association (SDAA) has been uniting archers and promoting the sport statewide for 70 years. They're the official state affiliate of the National Field Archery Association (NFAA), which means their events and standards align with national competition rules.

• •Tournament Organization: Sanctions and hosts field archery competitions and events throughout the year
• •Club Affiliations: Connects archers with 16+ affiliated clubs and pro shops across South Dakota
• •Bowhunting Programs: Promotes responsible bowhunting practices and runs the annual Big Buck Awards program for recognized harvests
• •Community Building: Provides resources, education, and a supportive community for archers of all ages and skill levels
• •NFAA Alignment: Works directly with national standards to ensure fair play and quality events

SDAA operates through regional directors covering Northeast, Southeast, Northwest, and Southwest areas of the state. Current leadership includes:

SDAA partners with clubs and pro shops across the state, including Dakota Archery & Outdoor Sports (Yankton), Ponderosa Archery Club (Rapid City), Black Hills Archery, Minnehaha Archers (Sioux Falls), and more. Each offers local access to ranges, instruction, and equipment.

Members and clubs access SDAA bylaws, membership applications, tournament bid forms, NFAA club and pro shop charters, and electronic scoring instructions for running events.

SDAA's mission: Foster, expand, and perpetuate field archery and responsible bowhunting while protecting and improving the sport for all participants.