We held the last Archery Match of the year Sept. 11th. We still have some good events coming up. October 12th will be our first introductory Black Powder event, just ahead of early muzzleloader season. The Youth group wishes to have fun BP shooting for youth and their parents. We have most all types of BP guns to lone, if you don't yet have your own. This and a shoot on November 14th, ahead of the Youth gun season will allow us to instruct, where needed, and get the veterans tuned up a little for deer seasons. Don't hesitate to bring the youngsters, because I have light .32 caliber rifles (legal deer BP rifles are .40 caliber or above) that they can shoot before trying larger calibers. If anyone wants more help before the Jan. 8-11th Muzzleloader season, please contact me at 372-8739. We can get you to the range on a Wed. or Sun.
October 16th is the club's Ladies' and Youth Trap Camp. NO COST is involved to shoot this event. Come to the club house about 8:30 to sign in. This event was greatly enjoyed by all last year. Trophies are to be given for winner and runner-up in Ladies and 3 age groups of youth. Contact Dave Shock at 427-5814, or Larry Rowland at 372-8739 if you need more info. Get the family out to our range to bust some clay. Check the web site for days and times.
The October shoot can get a tune-up for the Youth started, so that they can enjoy Statewide early youth hunts to be held on Oct. 23rd through the24th and the 30th through the 31st. The Club's date is November 14th for this year's Youth Hunt. The day starts at 8:00 sharp, in the club house. Make sure your youth's shotgun is in proper working order. That goes a long way toward having a safe hunt. Get any youth that haven't had a Hunter's Education class signed up for one. A license is required just as the other early seasons.
2010 GREENE COUNTY FISH and GAME YOUTH PROGRAM
All Youth events are open to the general public, except fishing derbies and Youth hunting. Events are to be held at the Greene County Fish and Game on Union Rd., Xenia, Oh.
May 8th .22 Rifle Match :
Times are 3-5 PM. Targets provided. Front bags no wider than 5 inches, no rear bags, shoulder mount only. ALL shots to be aimed by the children. Minimal gun handling by non-youth, but aid may be given in loading and unloading. 10 cartridges maximum in magazines. All Range Commander's orders will be followed at “Cease Fire.” Hearing protection is required. One practice and one scoring target provided to each child. Try to bring ammo. Loaner equipment available. Instruction available. We deduct 10 points for scope use on a ten shot target. 3 age groups (5-8, 9-12, 13-18). Matches are to be shot on the 25 yard line. Awards will be given in 3 places for each age group.
May 8th Youth BB-Gun Match:
Time 3-5 PM, Age 8 and under. Shot on 15 yard pistol range. No scopes or rear bags. Front bag maximum 5", front to back . Aid may be given child. One Award will be given at each shoot. Bring Ammo. NO PELLETS. Air guns are available for loan.
May 15th Casting Competition:
Casting Competition: During Youth Fishing Derby. Non members may not fish. 3 age groups (3-7, 8-10, 11-15). ALL competitions end 1/2 hour after Fishing Derbies end. Casting plugs are to be used. Awards will be given in each age group for 3 places.
May 22nd Field Archery:
Times are 3-5 PM. 3 Age groups (5-8, 9-12, 13-18). No crossbows. Loaner equipment available. Instruction and scoring by the committee only. Shots taken at 10 yds. For 8 and under. 10and 20 yards for 9-12. 13-18 will shoot 20 & 30 yds. Target bales and silhouettes are used. Awards in all age groups, for 3 places. Yardages may be adjusted as per ability, as determined by committee.
June 12th 22 Rifle Match:
Time and rules same as above. BB-gun Match: same as above.
June 19th... Casting:
same rules as above, during youth derby.
June 25th Family Campfire and Camp:
Set-up starts about 6 PM at the Primitive Rendezvous area. One group campfire in this area. Food, drinks, games and prizes for the kids. Overnight camping not required, but encouraged.
June 26th Jakes Day
"Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics, & Sportsmanship"... A day of Outdoor Skills for 17 and under. Under the direction of ODNR.
July 10th Rifle
As above. BB-gun as above.
July 17th Casting
As above, during youth derby.
July 31st Field Archery
As above
August 7th Casting
As above, during youth derby.
August 21st 22 Rifle
As above. BB-gun match. As above.
September 11th Field Archery
As above.
October 16th Open Ladies and Youth Trap Camp:
Open Ladies and Youth Trap Camp. All Lady and 3 age groups (Under 13, 13-15, 16-18.) of Youth will receive trophies for Winner and Runner-up. Call Dave Schock (427-5814) for information. Loaner equipment available, shells are provided.
A RESPONSIBLE ADULT MUST BE WITH THE CHILDREN THEY BRING, AND NON-PARTICIPATING YOUTH MUST BE ATTENDED AT ALL TIMES.
The programs are evolving as we gain experience, Rules may be changed as needed, at any time. More information may be on the web site at or call the Youth Chairman at 372-8739 (larry.rowland@att.net).
Extra events for the demonstration black powder shooting planned for weekday afternoons. Watch the news letter and other areas on the web site for information.
