Resources & Forms
National 4-H Shooting Sports Program Committee—Transition
The current committee is being transitioned to a new structure comprised of a small Steering Committee and three subcommittees. We are asking that you nominate individuals, or encourage their application. As part of the application process, applicants will need to submit a letter of support from their State 4-H Program Leader and the approval of their Extension Director. Application forms can be found at
http://www.national4-hheadquarters.gov.
The current National 4-H Shooting Sports Program Committee which has been providing leadership will dissolve as our system moves to the new structure, we encourage those interested in continuing to serve to submit applications. On behalf of the Cooperative Extension system, we thank all the staff, faculty, volunteers and others who have served on the Program Committee, their terms will officially end on July 31.
The Steering Committee will include representatives from National 4-H Headquarters, State 4-H Program Leaders, Extension Directors, and 4-H Shooting Sports liaisons. The three subcommittees will focus on (1) events, (2) professional development including hosting the annual training workshop, and (3) program quality. The latter will focus on curriculum development; oversee program reviews and the standards for the programs. The subcommittees may have volunteers and some external partners, the Steering Committee will be Cooperative Extension staff and faculty.
Events
In the fall, the Steering Committee will release an RFA for the invitational for 2010-2011. The invitational will rotate on 2-year cycles. The 2009 invitational will once again be hosted by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Professional Development
As soon as possible, the Steering Committee will release an RFA for the professional development workshop to be held next spring; the actual training will be developed by the members of the professional development subcommittee, in cooperation with the institution hosting the workshop and National 4-H Headquarters.
Program Quality
The former program committee’s work on the Strategic Plan and the program review process will be recommended for use by this subcommittee. In July, New Mexico State University received a grant from National 4-H Headquarters supported by Fish & Wildlife Services for the development of a new hunting curriculum. As part of the new structure, National 4-H Headquarters will also solicit faculty and staff willing to serve as program reviewers- much like the National 4-H Programs of Distinction review process- and recommends that programs undergo regular reviews.
Funding Support
At National 4-H Council, Roger Olson (rolson@fourhcouncil.edu) provides leadership for fundraising for the National 4-H Shooting Sports program, he has been in close contact with many industry representatives, as well as new potential donors interested in supporting outdoor recreational activities. A restricted account is in place at National 4-H Council, with funds held for the support of National 4-H Shooting Sports activities and programs. In January of 2009, a “Friends of 4-H Shooting Sports” group will be launched, so that donors can stay connected to the program.
Licensing
Western Heritage (4-H Store on the 4-H Shooting Sports website) has been duly authorized and has an active licensing agreement to serve as the official vendor for 4-H Shooting Sports. Proceeds from this agreement will go to the National 4-H Shooting Sports restricted account for program support.
Archery Is Hot!
Looking for an activity that provides exercise, improves math skills, teaches etiquette, requires focus, reduces stress, andd is -- oh, yeah -- lots of fun? Archery is gaining in popularity all over the U.S. in schools, recreation districts and clubs. The National Safety Council ranks archery as one of the safest sports, and it is easy and affordable to set up and run an archery program.
Two websites that have very useful information about this hot new trend in recreation are:
World Archery Center
http://www.worldarcherycenter.com/home.php
Archery Search
Your resource for understanding the sport of archery
and connecting you with a local archery center.
http://www.archerysearch.com/
Northwest District
4-H Shooting Sports
website
4-H PNW
Shooting Sports Match
September 6, 2008
Paul Bunyan Rifle & Sportsmen Club Range in Puyallup, WA
Information and Registration
National 4-H Shooting Sports Invitational
June 23-26, 2008
Grand Island, NE
Results and photos
are posted at:
http://shootingsports.unl.edu/
State Shooting Sports Qualifier
May 31, 2008
Moxee, WA
Learning About Judging
by Katrina Walker
State 4-H Fair Livestock Judging Superintendent
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