The Nebraska 4-H Shooting Sports (SS) Program encompasses the initiative goals of volunteer leadership of Nebraska Extension. The program in Nebraska is administered by a nationally certified state committee consisting of Extension staff and volunteers. The program is designed to: 1) give youth thorough safe instruction and training in the use of firearms and conservation; 2) enhance self-confidence, personal development, responsibility, and sportsmanship; 3) create an appreciation and understanding of natural resources; and 4) provide volunteer instructors safe and proper instructional techniques and information on how to plan and manage shooting and conservation clubs. The program relies on state 4-H certified & trained instructors to conduct classes in the various disciplines (archery, rifle, pistol, shotgun, muzzleloading, and hunting skills).
The program requires 4-H certified & trained instructors to adhere to the safety rules and regulations as dictated by the program.
The 4-H SS Program is a youth development education program which uses a prevention education model that strongly emphasizes positive youth-adult interaction and peer leadership. It uses skills and disciplines of safe shooting and conservation to assist young people and their leaders in attaining knowledge and developing essential life skills. The program can enhance family communications and quality time together. It creates an environment for a caring relationship between a young person and a significant adult, whether this is a family member, other adult, or teen volunteer. These activities provide the opportunity for immediate gratification to the youth and satisfaction and self-worth to the adult/teen leader who acts as a teacher and role model for younger 4-H/youth members.