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4-H Shooting Sports

This project teaches safe operation of firearms and archery equipment. The disciplines offered in Allen County are: .22 rifle, air pistol, air rifle, archery, muzzle loading, outdoor pursuits and shotgun. The disciplines offered in any county will depend on the availability of certified 4-H shooting sports instructors to teach the classes, range availability, and access to equipment. There are also Hunter Education classes offered in cooperation with the Department to Natural Resources.

Exhibits will be judged according to grade level
Level 1 for Grades 3-5
Level 2 for Grades 6-8
Level 3 for Grades 9-12

Record Sheet - Due at Check In

State Web Site

Exhibit entry - Please refer the the 4-H Newsletter Fair Issue

Classes:
Upcoming Registration forms:

Shooting Sports program are on hold for the fall of 2020 due to COVID. If you are interested in .22 Rifle, Air Pistol, Air Rifle, Archery, Muzzleloading, or Shotgun for Youth in grades 3-12 please call our office for details.

For Hunter Education Classes visit the Indiana Department of Natural Resources Web Site

For project requirements and record sheets, see Related Files below or contact the Extension Office.

Shooting Sports Project Rules 2021

Muzzleloading 2021

Archery 2021

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