Project S.A.F.E.
Project S.A.F.E. (Shooting Awareness, Fun, & Education) is a shooting sports program that gives 4-H'ers an opportunity to learn about proper shooting techniques and safety in a competitive, yet fun and family-friendly environment.
Pulaski S.A.F.E. currently offers the disciplines of BB Team and .22 Rimfire. Practice is held once a week and is coached and supervised by a certified volunteer coach. In addition, a parent or guardian is required to attend S.A.F.E. practice with each 4-H'er.
Project S.A.F.E. Objectives
- Enhance youth development of self-concept, character, and personal growth through safe, educational, and socially acceptable involvement in shooting activities.
- To involve youth in a life skills program that teaches safe and responsible use of firearms including sound decision-making, self-discipline, and concentration.
- To promote the highest standards of safety, sportsmanship, and ethical behavior.
- To expose participants to the broad array of vocational and life-long avocation activities related to shooting sports.
- To strengthen families through participation in lifelong recreational activities.
- To complement and enhance the impact of existing safety, shooting, and hunter education programs using experiential (hands-on) educational methods and progressive development of skills and abilities.
Any volunteer interested in becoming a certified S.A.F.E. Coach in any discipline must be screened and attend a three-day coaches training event held in the fall and winter at Rock Eagle 4-H Center.
As always, sponsorship/donor opportunities are available for Project S.A.F.E.