Champaign County 4H Shooting Sports

Champaign County 4H Shooting Sports is a youth-focused shooting sports program based in Urbana, Ohio, dedicated to teaching safe firearm handling, marksmanship, and competitive shooting skills to 4H members and participants.

Champaign County 4H Shooting Sports operates as part of the Ohio 4H youth development organization, providing structured instruction and competitive opportunities in multiple shooting disciplines. The program emphasizes safety, discipline, and skill development for young shooters ranging from beginners to advanced competitors.

The program offers instruction and competition in several shooting sports disciplines:

• •Rifle - .22 caliber air rifle and smallbore rifle competition
• •Pistol - Handgun marksmanship and sport pistol disciplines
• •Shotgun - Trap and skeet shooting programs
• •Air Rifle - Precision air rifle competitions
• •Black Powder - Traditional firearm shooting sports

As a 4H youth program, Champaign County 4H Shooting Sports is primarily designed for enrolled 4H members ages 8 and up. The program provides age-appropriate instruction and competitive pathways, from introductory courses through advanced championships. Youth participants benefit from certified instructors who emphasize safe handling practices and competitive skill development.

The shooting sports program offers:

• •Structured curriculum with certified 4H instructors
• •Local, state, and national competition opportunities
• •Safety certification and training
• •Youth mentorship and leadership development
• •Access to range facilities for practice and competition
• •Equipment instruction and guidance

Interested youth should contact the Champaign County OSU Extension office or local 4H coordinator for enrollment information, meeting schedules, and program details. Membership in 4H is required to participate in shooting sports activities.