2008 Regional 4-H
Shooting Sports Instructor Winter Workshop
February 22, 23 & 24
Saratoga County 4-H Training Center
Ballston Spa, New York
What: The New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey and Vermont 4-H Shooting Sports Programs’ Annual Winter Workshop will certify volunteer leaders as 4-H Shooting Sports Instructors.
The
workshop will feature the following disciplines (based on a minimum
enrollment of five participants):
Air Pistol, Archery, Air Pistol, Archery, Coordinator, Rifle,
Living History, Shotgun, and Muzzle Loading.
Adults
will be certified to teach the applicable discipline to youth participating
in formal 4-H Shooting Sports
Programs and in camp situations. Each state maintains its own standards
for certification that may exceed those established by the National
4-H Shooting Sports Committee.
Participants will be able to complete requirements in only one
discipline.
All
equipment will be supplied. The workshop adheres to all National 4-H
Shooting Sports curriculum standards.
Shooting is one of the safest recreational activities and a lifetime
hobby. Each participant works to become more proficient by setting their
own standards for excellence. Most of all, shooting is fun for the whole
family. A major focus of the workshop will be club development.
When:
February 22, 23 & 24. Training begins on Friday at 6:00 p.m. and
concludes on Sunday at 2:30 p.m.
Registration is due by February 15, 2008.
Where: The workshop will be held at the 4-H Training Center, Middle Line Road, Ballston Spa, NY.
Who:
The workshop is for those currently involved in the 4-H Shooting Sports
Project and those interested in becoming instructors. Teen leaders are
welcome and will be recognized as Junior Leaders in this project area.
We encourage participation, regardless of gender or physical challenges.
Our goal is to involve people who are interested in teaching young people
how to shoot safely and to help them learn about the natural environment.
This workshop will certify that individuals are trained to be an instructor.
Your local county is responsible for approving you as a volunteer.
Your county must receive a completed application from you prior
to your attendance at this workshop.
Training: A minimum of 14 hours training will be done the 4-H way - "Learning By Doing".
Cost:
The registration fee is $75.00 for 4-H volunteers and 4-H camp staff.
All other costs are
supported through the effort of the New York State 4-H Shooting Sports
Committee and supportive
donors. Registration includes materials and meals. Lodging is on your
own. There are “bunk room”
sleeping options on site at no charge. There may be items to purchase
and one of the highlights of the
workshop is the Saturday evening auction. You are encouraged to bring
one or more auction items!
For
more information, contact William M. Schwerd, Cornell Cooperative Extension
of Saratoga
County, at (518) 885-8995 or by e-mail at wms4@cornell.edu. Additional
information may also be
obtained from Kenyon Simpson at (518) 644-2050 or by e-mail at krs36@cornell.edu.
Visit us online at www.nys4Hshootingsports.org
Please detach the Registration Form before mailing:
4-H Training Center Winter 2008 Instructor Workshop REGISTRATION
Registration Fee: $75.00 a person
Name:_______________________________________________________________ Telephone: (____)___________ Address: Street/RD# Box _________________________________________________________________________ City:________________________________County__________________________ State________ Zip___________ Amount enclosed:_______________ Email:________________________________
Please make
check payable to 4-H Shooting Sports Previous Certification(s): ____________________________ If you require a special diet please advise:______________________________________ Age if under 19______________ If you will
be celebrating a birthday or other special event and want to be
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You’re Invited To… The
Winter Regional Hosted By: New
York
February 22, 23 & 24 Winter
2008
4-H Training Center
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The Winter Workshop will be sponsored through the collaborative efforts of:
New
York State
Vermont
New
Jersey
New
Hampshire
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4-H Shooting Sports
Safety,
Knowledge,
Understanding & Skills
Certified volunteer instructors supervise 4-H Shooting Sports Programs. Many hold dual certification with other state and nationally recognized education programs.
Safety is always a primary concern. Youth and adults are trained to know and adhere to the Commandments of firearm safety.
Knowledge about firearms and the natural environment is featured as the volunteers share years of experiences.
Skills are developed under the watchful eyes of the instructors. For some youth, these are new skills. Others improve and practice their techniques.
Understanding is the most important component of the 4-H Shooting Sports Project. It is developed as youth and adults become aware of their rights, responsibilities and their role in the natural environment.
Workshop Sponsors
The New York Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation, Federal Cartridge, and New York State 4-H Shooting Sports sponsor the Instructor Workshop, in part, through support and grants.
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is a proud supporter of this program.
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