4-H shooting sports contests and events
Contests and events
Shooting sports contests and events allow youth to demonstrate their skills, interact with peers and have fun. See the Idaho's 4-H shooting sports rules (pdf) for specific event details.
Local and regional contests
Providing opportunities for 4-H members to engage in properly supervised local and regional contests frequently gives youth an incentive to practice while building their competencies related to the safe and appropriate use of firearms/equipment. These events also enable youth to build positive relationships with peers, develop personal accountability and model ethical behavior/sportsmanship.
If your county is planning a shooting sports contest or activity, please share basic information and registration materials with the state 4-H shooting sports coordinator for posting.
State contests
State contests are offered in designated disciplines for youth ages 8 to 18. These also serve as qualifying events for eligible Idaho youth (ages 14-18) to advance to the National 4-H Shooting Sports Championships. State contests incorporate at least two of the three discipline events youth will encounter at the national level. Consult Idaho's 4-H shooting sports rules (pdf) for specific details.
State contest documents
- State 4-H shooting sports rules
- Air pistol check-in form
- Air rifle equipment check-in form
- Archery equipment check-in form
- Hunting equipment check-in form
- Smallbore pistol equipment check-in form
- Smallbore rifle equipment check-in form
- Archery pistol and rifle scorecards (excel)
National contests
The National 4-H Shooting Sports Championships are held annually in late June at Grand Island, Nebraska. For more information, visit https://4h.unl.edu/statewide-events-opportunities/shooting-sports-program/national-championships/.