4-H shotgun camp starts June 13

4-H shotgun summer camp will be held June 13-17 for ages 10-18.  Participants will be broken into groups depending on previous shotgun class attendance.  The half-day program is designed to teach firearm safety and the handling of shotguns to 4-H members.  It is easy and inexpensive to join 4-H; look on the web or call 352-955-2402.

The camp starts with an orientation lecture of eight safety rules that must be memorized by the last day of camp. New campers will learn eye dominance, proper passing of a shotgun, the best way to shoulder the gun, and appropriate stance, using wooden guns.

Participants will advance by using thrown tennis balls and wooden guns, followed by live fire on the range with NRA certified shotgun instructors.  A computer generated program using a facsimile gun on a moving target projected on the clubhouse wall will teach target lead and reinforce follow through.

The final day includes competition and trophies, and parents are encouraged to attend and take photos.

Space is limited; call 352-955-2402 for additional information.