The Washington state 4-H shooting sports project focus on the development of youth as individuals and as responsible and productive citizens. Youth learn marksmanship, the safe and responsible use of firearms and the principles of hunting. The activities of the project with the support of caring adult leaders provide young people with opportunities to develop life skills, self-worth, and conservation ethics. We promote the highest standards of safety, sportsmanship, ethical behavior.
The shooting disciplines include archery, muzzle loading, pistol, rifle, shotgun and hunting. Each discipline is taught by a National or State 4-H Certified Leader. 4-H members have opportunities to test their shooting, hunting, and sportsmanship skills in county, regional, state, and national competitions. In fact, they could ultimately set Olympic competition or motion science as their goal.
Archery
Objectives
- Practice safe and responsible use of bows and arrows
- Understand the principles of wildlife management
- Develop marksmanship and ethical behavior
Member and Leader Publications
Available in the Extension office or online at https://pubs.wsu.edu
Shooting Sports leaders receive the project curriculum after completing required training. Training is offered 2-3 times per year. Contact the State 4-H Office, WSU Spokane, 509-358-7960, for training dates
C1110E – 4-H Archery Record
C1111E – 4-H Shooting Sports Record Book
C1119E – Starting a 4-H Shooting Sports Project
EM4426E – Washington 4-H Archery
PNW517 – Big Game from Hunt to Home
4-H Shooting Sports Forms
4-H Shooting Sports Resources
Shooting Sports Events
Black Powder/Muzzle Loading, Hunting, Pistol, Riflery, Shotgun
Objectives
- Practice safe and responsible use of firearms
- Understand the operations, functions , and fundamentals of dreams
- Understand the principles of wildlife management
- Develop marksmanship and ethical behavior
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