The focus of all 4-H Shooting Sports programs is the development of youth as individuals and as responsible and productive citizens. Youth learn marksmanship, the safe and responsible use of firearms and archery, the principles and ethics of hunting, and much more. The activities of the program and the support of caring adult volunteer leaders provide young people with opportunities to develop life skills, self-worth and conservation ethics. Under direction of each Land Grant University, this Program annually involves over 450,000 youth and 20,000 adult volunteer instructors in 47 States. (less)