In order for 4-H members to participate in the Shooting Sports project, they need an adult volunteer who is trained to be a Shooting Sports leader. Missouri 4-H offers trainings for people to become certified leaders in Shooting Sports disciplines. Below, you will find the different trainings and the information that goes along with them.

** Please note that you must be a recognized 4-H volunteer in order to register for any of the 4-H Shooting Sports Leader Certification workshops.

April 12–14, 2024 at Dysart Memorial Range in Marshall

Registration fee: $50
Registration: January 15–March 31 (or until full) at 4-H Online

This is not mounted cowboy shooting; no horses allowed! We do not anticipate it ever being a mounted shooting program.

April 12–14, 2024 at Dysart Memorial Range in Marshall

Registration fee: $50
Registration: January 15–March 31 (or until full) at 4-H Online

The workshop begins 7:30 p.m. on Friday with a "hands-on" specimen preservation session.

Here is your chance to become certified to teach the 4-H Hunting and Outdoor Skills project of the Shooting Sports program. Participate in active learning as you become acquainted with this challenging, yet FUN project. Learn firsthand from the state instructors on how to lead a local/county Hunting Skills program. Experience various teaching activities that have proven effective for youth. Receive answers to your questions. And become part of a network of other Hunting Skills volunteer instructors.

The workshop will cover topics such as:

  • Wildlife Identification — hides, skulls, scat, tracks, wings
  • Firearm selection — matched to game hunted
  • Map and compass skills
  • Plaster casts of animal tracks
  • Contest event information and tips
  • Dutch-oven cooking
  • Hunting Skills State Team insights
  • Simulated hunting and shooting activities
  • Carmelita Hunt
  • Ballistics

Leader Certification will be held in a two part format.

Part 1

This is an online training provided by the National Shooting Sports Committee that MUST be completed BEFORE the in-person portion of the training. The cost is $20 per person, and you can complete the training at https://4-hshootingsportscollege.com. This is a ONE-TIME training.

Part 2

April 26–28, 2024 at Camp Barnabas in Purdy, MO

Registration Fee: $135
Registration: January 15–March 31 (or until full) at 4-H Online

Friday night session begins at 6 p.m. and is mandatory for all participants. The workshop will end on Sunday afternoon. Both portions (part 1 & 2) MUST be completed before certification will be granted. Registration fee includes on-site camp housing, if you prefer other lodging arrangements, those are on your own. All meals on Saturday and Sunday are included. Friday will only include an evening snack.