Maryland has a deep archery scene anchored by the Maryland Archery Association (MAA), the NFAA state affiliate. With 13 affiliated clubs, the MAA runs an event nearly every weekend covering Field, 3D, FITA, and Indoor formats. The Maryland State Field Championship uses a 28-target Field round on Saturday and a 28-target Hunter round on Sunday, and the MAA also runs the State 3D Championship. The MAA offers a modern bowhunter equipment class with movable sights allowed, which is rare among NFAA state chapters. USA Archery activity in Maryland runs through clubs and JOAD programs. Baltimore, the DC suburbs, Annapolis, Frederick, and Salisbury hold the densest club scenes. Bowhunting is significant statewide, with long archery-only deer seasons. 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 Maryland
Maryland Archery Association (MAA) if your priority is NFAA field, indoor, 3D, or FITA competition. USA Archery if your goal is JOAD or USA Archery national events. Many Maryland archers belong to both.