With Brandon Butler overseas in Europe, Nathan “Shags” McLeod calls in a special co-host—his wife Savannah—to help bring you a boots-on-the-ground episode from the Missouri National Archery in the Schools Program (MoNASP) State Archery Championship in Branson, Missouri.

Held annually at the Branson Convention Center, the MoNASP State Championship is one of the largest youth archery tournaments in the country, drawing more than 4,000 student archers from nearly 300 schools across Missouri.

This episode captures the energy, excitement, and heart behind the event, featuring conversations with the people who make it all happen—from conservation leaders and organizers to students competing on the biggest stage of their young archery careers.

Guests in this episode include:

• Tricia Burkhardt, Executive Director of the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation
• Will Coates, Board President of the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation
• Micah and Carter, Rock Bridge High School Archery Team
• Chris Massman, VP of Member Services with Missouri Electric Cooperatives
• Miahra, 5th grade archer from Billings, Missouri
• Tanner and Tripp from Arnold, Missouri
• Ashlie Veede and Francisco Delgado with Explore Branson
• Levi Henry with Morrell Targets
• Rob Garver, Missouri Department of Conservation State Education Outreach Coordinator

From first-time competitors to lifelong conservation advocates, this episode highlights what makes MoNASP so special—building confidence, discipline, and a lifelong connection to the outdoors for students across the state.

For more info:
Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation
Missouri Dept. of Conservation
Missouri Electric Co-op
Missouri Electric Co-op Youth program
MoNasp
Morrell Targets
Explore Branson

Special thanks to:
Living The Dream Outdoor Properties
Superior Foam Insulation LLC
Doolittle Trailers
Scenic Rivers Taxidermy

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