Program Objectives

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Program Objectives

• Instill ethics, sportsmanship, and
  responsibility.
• Develop leadership skills.
• Promote the safe storage and handling of firearms
  and archery equipment.
• Expand 4-H membership.

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California 4-H Shooting Sports Participation

• 5,640 4-H members were enrolled in the project
  during 2013-2014.
• 699 4-H leaders were enrolled in the project
  during 2013-2014.
• 1072 4-H members registered for the 2014 State
  Matches.
• 130 4-H leaders registered for the 2014 State
  Postal Match.

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The California 4-H Shooting Sports Program
currently offers six disciplines.
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Archery
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Hunting
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Muzzle Loading
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Pistol
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Rifle
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Shotgun
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National Policy on Paintball

• The purpose of the 4-H Shooting Sports Program is
  to promote youth development through the safe and
  responsible use of archery equipment and
  firearms.
• Pointing any type of firearm including air guns,
  laser guns or laser sighting devices at any
  person or any humanoid target is inappropriate.
• The National 4-H Shooting Sports Committee is
  unequivocally opposed to such use in the 4-H
  program.

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Youth Participation Criteria

• Must be 9 years old or in the 4th grade by
  December 31st.
• Project must be instructed by leader certified in
  the discipline being offered.
• Subject to approval of project leader and
  members ability to follow instruction and safety
  rules.
• Participation in Muzzle Loading discipline
  requires a minimum of one year prior
  participation in another discipline.

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Opportunities for Teens

• Teen Leaders may participate in training
  w/adults.
• State Incentive Recognition Award program.
• 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassador program.

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Adult Volunteer Criteria

• Must be a 4-H leader at local level.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must have certification from 4-H or a recognized
  organization.

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Certifying Organizations
Certification Instructor Rating Archery Black Powder Pistol Black Powder Rifle Black Powder Shotgun Hunting Pistol Rifle Shotgun
4-H State or Regional x x x x x x x x
NRA Certified Instructor x x x x x x
NRA Certified Coaches x x x
NMLRA Certified x x x
USA Archery Level 2 x
National Archery Assoc x
National Bow Hunter Ed. x
CA Dept Fish Game Hunter Ed. x
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Shooting Sports Volunteer Definitions
State Instructors Trained certified in their discipline by the National 4-H Shooting Sports team.
Trainers Trained certified in their discipline by participating in a course offered by an Instructor.
Project Leader Trained certified in their discipline by participating in a course offered by a Trainer or possess certification from an approved organization.
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Becoming a 4-H Shooting Sports Leader

• Steps Involved.
• Be a 4-H leader in your home county.
• Possess approved certification or receive
  training in your desired discipline.
• Submit an application to the State Coordinator.

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Code of Ethics

• Respect participants.
• Set a good example.
• Respect the dignity of each participant
  regardless of ability.
• Conduct program in a professional and ethical
  manner.
• Adhere to guidelines be technically competent.

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Upcoming Training Courses

• Upcoming training courses are posted on the
  shooting sports web page. To receive email
  notification of future trainings, enter your name
  and email address on the shooting sports list
  serve.

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Important Websites

• The California 4-H Shooting Sports web site can
  be accessed at http//4h.ucanr.edu/Projects/SET/S
  hootingSports/
• The California 4-H Shooting Sports Facebook link
  https//www.facebook.com/pages/California-4-H-Shoo
  ting-Sports/359716147438695
• The National 4-H Shooting Sports web site can be
  accessed at www.4-hshootingsports.org

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Content of National Web Site

• Information on and explanation of the shooting
  sports program.
• Links to state web sites.
• Information regarding National 4-H Matches.
• Instructor resources.
• Photographs.

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Content of State Web Site

• State Instructor contact information.
• Policies Procedures Handbook.
• Forms specific to shooting sports.
• Upcoming trainings schedule.
• List serve subscription information.
• State 4-H Postal Match information.

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State Program Sponsors

• Funds provide support for
• Training supplies
• Instructor reimbursement
• Promotional items

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State Committee

• Provides leadership for the State Program and
  coordinates training.
• Serves as a liaison and resource to UC staff.
• Helps establish policy.

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Competitive Opportunities

• County shoulder to shoulder matches.
• California State Postal Match.
• National 4-H Match.
• Outside agencies Jaycees, National Guard,
  American Legion, etc.

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