He also enjoys hunting, and during deer season last year he made his own deer steak, jerky and mixes for the meat. In addition to the skills Steven learned, he reached his personal goal by competing in international competitions in Kentucky in 1997 and Georgia last year. Shooting sports also involve the entire family. Family members are strongly encouraged to become certified as a 4-H leader, as Steven's mother has done. Many 4-H clubs also may have a fun night competition between mother and son and father and daughter.
Adults also find themselves having a little bit to learn.
Steven said many junior high students are too busy to do school, sports and community and 4-H projects. However, he wants to continue in the program because it's his favorite sport, and he wants to improve. Although the state shooting sports program may lose older members, it still continues to grow because of the outdoor educational component.