Hawaii has a small but committed archery scene anchored by clubs in Honolulu and on the neighbor islands. NFAA activity in Hawaii runs through clubs in the NFAA Southwest Section alongside California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, and Colorado. USA Archery activity runs through clubs and JOAD programs. The defining feature of Hawaii archery is bowhunting axis deer, which were imported from India in 1868 as a gift to King Kamehameha and now thrive on Molokai, Lanai, and Maui. The axis deer bowhunt is one of the most distinctive in the US, with spot-and-stalk shots typically in the 30 to 40 yard range through thick cover. Honolulu, Hilo, Kailua-Kona, and Lihue hold most of the organized indoor and outdoor archery activity. Mild year-round weather lets most clubs run outdoor essentially all 12 months. Use the city list below to find the right club for your discipline and location.
Cities with Archery Ranges
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Common questions about archery in Hawaii
Find an NFAA or USA Archery affiliated club in Honolulu or on the neighbor islands. Most clubs run beginner programs with rental equipment. The organized scene is smaller than in mainland states but the year-round outdoor weather makes for a long shooting calendar.