Riflery

Success is in your sights.

If you enjoy the outdoors and hunting, you’ll love the shooting sports project! This project covers firearm safety and teaches responsible handling and use. Get ready because this project is hands on.  The focus of all 4-H programs is the development of youth as individuals and as responsible and productive citizens. The 4-H Shooting Sports Program stands out as an example. Youth learn marksmanship, the safe and responsible use of firearms, the principles of hunting and archery, and much more. The activities of the program and the support of caring adult leaders provide young people with opportunities to develop life skills, self-worth, and conservation ethics.

Youth who participate in shooting sports learn marksmanship, the safe and responsible use of firearms, the principles of hunting and archery, and much more. The activities of the program and the support of caring adult leaders provide young people with opportunities to develop life skills, self-worth, and conservation ethics. The goals of this project are to introduce youth to target shooting and marksmanship and introduce riflery as a lifetime sport. Included in the skills associated with shooting sports are vocational, leisure, and social pursuits. The project will include safety, range rules and commands, sight alignment, and how to use and handle .22 rifle equipment and storage. Plus, you will develop the skills, knowledge, and attitude for safe shooting sports activities.

Learn about:

  • Shooting Safety
  • Range Rules & Commands
  • Sight Alignment
  • How to use and Handle .22 rifle equipment
  • Proper Storage

Participant outcomes:

  • Members will learn the basic rules of safety.
  • Members will learn proper selection and care.
  • Members will learn different shooting techniques and the equipment necessary to become successful.
  • Develop the skills, knowledge, and attitude for safe shooting sports activities.

Youth interested in shooting sports can explore careers like:

  • Wildlife Photographer
  • Wildlife Biologist
  • Cartographer
  • Gunsmith
  • Taxidermist
  • Professional Athlete
  • Ammunition Specialist
  • Summer Camp Counselor- Shooting Sports Instructor
  • Ecommerce sales for equipment
  • Outdoor Activities Manager
  • Outdoor Sports Guide
  • Outdoor Sports Retail Assistants
  • Conservation Officer
  • Extension Educator

 Projects:

  • Riflery

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Pennsylvania State 4-H Office

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