Air Pistol and Air Rifle member families: Our backers are in need of updating and repair, so we’ve scheduled a work day on Sunday, November 19 at 10:00 a.m. Come help us get the range ready for the new season to begin in 2024.

We need carpet remnants measuring at least 2’ by 4’ to rebuild our backers. We will need 42 pieces in total. If you have carpet to donate, or know someone who does, email Ian Webb by clicking here.

Update for our Air Rifle/Air Pistol Work Day as of November 8:

We have a full supply of cardboard and staples for the day.

We need carpet pieces that are 2' x 4' or larger for the backers. We need 2 carpet pieces for each of the 21 backers for a total of 42.

We will also need additional heavy-duty staplers capable of using T50 staples and tools to remove heavy-duty staples.

There are a lot of lead pellets in these backers and we will be collecting the lead as we go.

We will need people to:

• cut carpet and cardboard,

• remove staples and old cardboard,

• remove carpet and recover pellets,

• replace carpet and staples on new cardboard, and

• clean up as we go.

Shooting Sports Leaders: Our planning meeting for the upcoming season will be held on Thursday, November 9 at 6:00 p.m. in the Berthoud Room at the McKee Building. There will also be a meeting of key leaders following the main meeting.

The agenda is available by clicking here.

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We are offering another opportunity to order the 2023 Shooting Sports shirts. They include “In Memory of Jim” text on the sleeve in recognition of Jim Easthouse and his contribution to the Larimer County 4-H Shooting Sports program.

Anyone in Larimer County 4-H is welcome to place an order.

Shirts are available in Cotton or Moisture-wicking for $26.50 each.

Payments are online only—no cash or checks will be accepted.

The deadline to order has been extended to Monday, November 13, 2023 by 10:00 p.m.

The date and location to pick up the shirts will be determined soon.

Shooting Sports Leaders: The Foundation is once again applying for a grant to help purchase equipment and supplies for the Shooting Sports program. A meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 19 at 6:00 p.m. at the McKee Building to discuss the needs for 2024. If you are unable to attend, please contact the key leaders in your discipline so they can bring your suggestions to the meeting.

2023 was a successful year for Larimer County 4-H Shooting Sports and our members. Here is the year quantified...by the numbers.

Have questions about 4-H and about the Shooting Sports project in particular? Come to the 4-H Open House on Thursday, October 5 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the McKee Building at The Ranch (5280 Arena Circle, Loveland, Colorado 80538).

This is a great time for families who are interested to get all of their questions answered.

Encourage all of your friends and family who might be interested in participating to attend!

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The Western Heritage contest is broken into Western Action Shooting, a Personal Interview, and a History Knowledge Test. Qualified seniors will be eligible for 2024 National Western Heritage Invitational travel stipend funds.

Participation is limited to youth enrolled in the Western Heritage project. Registration is on 4HOnline. Please register by Friday, Sept 15. Contest cost is $30 each and does not include meals. Please bring payment to the contest.

Reach out to Josey (jpukrop@jeffco.us) with questions.

Applications are open for the 2023 Colorado 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassador Program. The deadline to apply is October 15, 2023.

Please read through the expectations and find the link for the application process below.

Colorado 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassador Program Expectations 

As a Colorado 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassador, you will be representing over 82,000 4-H youth and alumni from across Colorado. Remember, you never get a second chance to make a good first impression. As an Ambassador you will be meeting with potential donors who are CEOs of companies, University Administrators, and others that support the Colorado 4-H program. The way you present yourself, speak, and act are very important when you are serving as an Ambassador. 

• You will be expected to be on time, so plan to be early to any event. 

• You are to respond promptly to any emails or phone calls from the State 4-H Program Director, State 4-H Shooting Sports Specialist, or Advisors. 

• Ambassadors serve at the request of the Colorado 4-H Program at the direction of the Colorado State 4-H Program Director and the Colorado State 4-H Shooting Sports Specialist and can be relieved from State 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassador duties and privileges for misconduct or not following the rules. 

If selected as a Colorado 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassador you will: 

• Provide leadership as active youth members of the Colorado State 4-H Shooting Sports Advisory Committee. 

• Serve as a positive role model, what you say and do reflects on the entire 4-H Program. 

• Give demonstrations, provide public speeches, work with the State 4-H Shooting Sports team at State 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Trainings, assist with your county and state 4-H contests, meet new people, develop contacts, develop leadership skills, and serve your community. 

• Instill ethics, sportsmanship, and responsibility in all 4-H programs and activities. Develop leadership skills.

• Promote the safe, responsible handling and storage of firearms and archery equipment. Expand Colorado 4-H membership and participation in 4-H Shooting Sports. 

• Always be courteous and respectful of others. Set a good example. 

• Be inclusive, positive, encouraging, and welcoming of all 4-H members regardless of their Shooting Sports knowledge, skills, and abilities. 

• Conduct yourself in a professional and ethical manner.

• Adhere to State and National 4-H guidelines and be technologically competent. 

Click here to download the application packet.