2012 GREENE COUNTY FISH and GAME YOUTH PROGRAM

All Youth events are open to the general public, except fishing derbies, which are open to guest of participants per usual fishing rules. Loaner equipment available. Trophies given at all events except Jakes Day. Three per age group; two each class at Ladies and Youth Trap Camp.

Events are to be held at the Greene County Fish and Game on Union Rd., Xenia, Ohio

May 5th :22
Light Rifle Match (defined by NRA as 8.5 or less. NRA QUOTE: “Schuetzen type butt plates and palm rest may not be used”). Non-qualifying rifles for score only, no trophy. 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, with no need to remount each time. Minimal gun handling by non-youth, but aide may be given in loading and unloading. Some events may require “cross sticks”. 10 cartridges maximum in magazines.   OFF-HAND SHOOTERS MAY USE A SCOPE WITHOUT PENALTY. 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. Instruction available. We deduct 10 points for scope use off bag, on a ten shot target. 3 age groups (5-8, 9-12, 13-18). Matches are to be shot on the 25 yard line, or 50 yd. Line as directed. Awards are given in 3 places for each age group. Adult assisted BB-gun match for 7 and under on the 15 yd pistol range. One trophy given.
May 12th
Casting Competition: During Youth Fishing Derby. Non members may not fish. 3 age groups (3-7, 8-10, 11-15). ALL competitions end when Fishing Derbies end. Casting plugs are to be used. Contest ends when Derby ends.
May 19th
 Field Archery: Times are 3-5 PM. 3 Age groups (5-8, 9-12, 13-18). No crossbows. 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. “Games” may be used, and Target bales and silhouettes are used. Trophies, all age groups, for 3 places. Yardages may be adjusted as per ability, as determined by committee.
June 9th
22 Rifle Match: Times and rules same as above.  BB-gun Match: same as above
June 16th
Casting same rules as above.
June 23th
Jakes Day.”Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics, & Sportsmanship”....A day of Outdoor Skills for 17 and under. Under direction of ODNR
July 7th
Rifle....As above.   BB-Gun Match....As above.
July 14th
Casting........As above, during youth derby.
July 28th
Field Archery......As above
August 18th
Casting.........As above, during youth derby.
August 25th
.22 Rifle and BB-Gun match. Same time and rules as above.
September 8th
Field Archery...As above
October 13th
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 or call the Youth Chairman at 372-8739 or email (larry.rowland@att.net).

Extra events for the demonstration black powder shooting planned for weekday afternoons. Individual instruction available. Watch the news letter and other areas on the web site for information