The objective of the 4-H Shooting Sports Education program is to teach safe use of archery and firearm equipment while helping youth grow and develop into happy, healthy, and contributing adults.

Goals:
* To promote the highest standards of safety, sportsmanship, and ethical behavior, including sound decision making.
* To teach safe and responsible use of firearms and archery equipment, self discipline, and concentration.
* To strengthen families through participation in lifelong recreational activities.
* To enhance development of self concept, character, and personal growth through safe, educational, and socially acceptable involvement in shooting activity.
* To encourage responsible, self directed, and productive members of society.
* To encourage participation in natural resources and related natural science programs by exposing participants to the content through shooting, hunting, and related activities.
* To expose youth to the broad array of vocational and lifelong hobbies related to the shooting sports.

Why does Indiana 4-H offer a Shooting Sports Program? Read our Position Statement.

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