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The shooting sports project gives a comprehensive introduction to shooting safety and the fundamentals of archery, hunting, muzzle loading, pistol, rifle and shotgun. The project includes an introduction to a wide array of shooting games, and wildlife ecology and behavior. Strong youth development approach based upon long-term mentorship and low youth/adult ratios. Family involvement activities and programs for youth of all ages and socio- economic backgrounds.
OBJECTIVES
- Attain a broad knowledge of the 4-H project and related activities as to the way they improve family and community life.
- Acquire life skills through project participation essential for becoming an active, skilled, productive and responsible citizen.
- Adopt and apply the latest practices and research findings in the project area to everyday project experiences and work.
- Develop an understanding from 4-H project training and experiences which can assist you in the future for choosing and preparing for a job.
- Develop leadership skills that promote positive youth development.
PROJECT EXPERIENCES
- Shooting Sports Ambassadors
- 4-H Shooting Sports Camp
- National 4-H Shooting Sports Games
- 4-H/Jaycees BB Gun Match Rifle Contest
- TPWD/Whizbang Sporting Clays
- Texas Youth Hunting Program
- 4-H Indoor Archery Match
- 4-H Outdoor Archery Match
- Shooting Sports Educational Presentation
RECORDBOOK CATEGORY
- Shooting Sports
PRINTED RESOURCES
- 4-H Shooting Sports Leader’s Guide*
- 4-H Shooting Sports Hunting Guide*
- NRA/NRMA Reloading Manual*
- NADA Archery Instructor’s Manual*
- Federal Cartridge Wildlife ID Guides:
- Upland Birds
- Small Game and Furbearers
- Big Game
- Waterfowl
- Teaching Aids 4-H Instructional DVD and much more
- National Rifle Association The Hunter’s Guide
- * available through workshops ONLY
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Firearms Manufacturer
- Manufacturer’s Representative
- Chemical Engineer Ballistic Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Clothing and Footwear Designer
- Metallurgist
- Gunsmith
- First Aid & Survival Equipment
- Designer/Manufacturer
- Professional Shooter
WEB RESOURCES
- http://shootingsports.tamu.edu
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
- 4-H Shooting Sports Volunteer And Junior Leader Training
- Texas 4-H Shooting Sports Coach- es Workshop
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