This is a result of the bsa managing known risks for the safety of our volunteers and scouts. Jan 17, 2020 shooting sports is an important part of our bsa camping operations. Cub day camp resident camp shooting sports range operation. The bsas national shooting sports committee understands the need for. Mar 23, 2015 all shooting sports activities held during a council resident camp will follow the standards in national camp standards, no. Shooting sports is an important part of our bsa camping operations. That means no going out in a field etc and shooting cans etc. Bsa local council follows the policies and procedures of the bsa national shooting sports manual. Bsa archery range masters, a bsa shooting sports director or a usa archery level 1 instructor must run archery range activities. As more processes go digital w may not have a form or document here. In order to have a safe and fun shooting sports program, the bsa has set forth safety standards and training for all volunteers and staff who will be in charge of shooting sports activities. The bsa shooting sports personnel and range safety supervision follows in chapter 4 for ease of reference. National bsa shooting sports manual national bsa climb on safely guide go climbing.
Note that commercial shooting ranges may provide rsos. I can see a violation of this causing major problems if found out. Challenge grant funds should reflect planning to strengthen and increase bsa council activities in firearms shooting sports and a commitment to the advancement of knowledge, understanding and firearms safety. See the guide to safe scouting and the bsa national shooting sports manual, no. A functioning range which meets the nra standards must be used for all shooting sports. Rifle shooting merit badge requirements 2019 changes. Introduce and recruit scouts into yearround shooting sports programs.
National boy scouts of america publications click on. Gslac shooting sports standard operating procedures. Fortunately, the strength of the bsas shooting sports program which starts in cub scouts is in its emphasis on safety above all else. All shooting sports activities held outside of a councils resident camp will follow the rules and regulations found in the bsa national shooting sports manual, no. The resident camp is a more controlled and structured environment with an additional week of training for the shooting sports staff under the leadership of a national camping. Bb guns are a part of the cub scout shooting sports program. Preregistration at scout service center by march 23, 2012. Guide to safe scouting and the bsa national shooting sports manual, no. No matter the skill level, the ultimate shooting skills manual.
The boy scouts of america national shooting sports manual no 30931 contains specific guidelines for shooting sports. Boy scouts of america national shooting sports manual 9 introduction to shooting sports and the positive aspects throughout the boy scouts of america from cub scouting to venturing and sea scouting, all program divisions use responsible outdoor activities to promote character development and valuesbased leadership training. This new guide serves as a safety and instructional manual for pistol shooting with intended use by older boy scouts, varsity scouts, and venturers during approved council and district shooting activities. Master the art and science of shooting with outdoor life shooting editor john b. Northeast georgia council bsa shooting sports home.
This is from the guide to safe scouting archery and bb gun shooting are restricted to day camps, cub scoutwebelos scout resident camps, councilmanaged family camping programs, or for council activities where there are properly trained supervisors and all. It was part of the 100th anniversary celebration for the boy scouts of america. Reference material for all levels were put into this one shooting sports manual. This is from the guide to safe scouting archery and bb gun shooting are restricted to day camps, cub scoutwebelos scout resident camps, councilmanaged family camping programs, or for council activities where there are properly trained supervisors and all standards for bsa shooting sports are enforced. The bsa s national shooting sports committee understands the need for. Shooting sports award this award is meant for cub scouts. Please read chapter 9 of the bsa shooting sports manual. Merit badge counselor qualifications bryan on scouting. Shooting sports programs and activities for scouts and scouters in cascade pacific council, bsa, which serves the greater portland, oregon area. Boy scouts of america national shooting sports manual, no 30931 2015 printing 30931 errata 2017 printing private property approval for shooting sports, no 430065 2012 printing.
If instruction and shooting are to occur at the same time, both the rso and qualified instructor must be present. Published on jan 14, 2012 hey guys, in this video my friend howlinglikethewolf1 and i shoot some targets with his bsa supersport air rifle. The operation of the range must meet all the standards for bsa shooting sports. Identify and explain how you can join or be a part of shooting sports. The national shooting sports task force has just completed the new boy scouts of america national shooting sports manual for cub scouting, boy scouting, and venturing. Examples of ongoing programs are the boy scout shotgun. Individual cub scout packs may not offer these programs on their own.
This program is only for use in council or districtlevel camps and activities. All shooting sports activities held during a council resident camp will follow the standards in national camp standards, no. Northeast georgia council boy scouts of america shooting sports. Regulations listed in the bsa shooting sports manual are minimum general standards that apply to bsaapproved programs and ranges nationwide. Bsa national shooting sports manual 30931 private property approval for shooting sports. Archery activities must be supervised by a bsa national camping. View the guide to safe scouting shooting sports section here. Shooting boy scouts of america capitol area council. Regulations listed in the bsa shooting sports manual are minimum general standards that apply to bsa approved programs and ranges nationwide. Chief seattle council, bsa boy scout shooting sports day at camp pigott saturday march 31, 2012 features. Cub scout shooting sports guide boy scouts of america.
Boy scouts of america national shooting sports manual, no 30931 2015 printing. Shooting sports outdoor program for shooting sports 160 kb shooting sports round robin training for cub scouts rev 5. Introduced in 2016, this award has multiple levels, options, and combinations which may make the offering, tracking, and earning of the award a bit confusing for some. Please make sure that your staff is properly trained on how to operate a safe shooting sports program. Check here for information about upcoming shooting events and training. Ten ring guide to bsa shooting sports discontinued. Use these resources to ensure that you are following bsas shooting sports guidelines and running a safe, fun program. This manual provides scouts with the knowledge and skills to safely handle a pistol during a quality program taught by firstclass instructors. Shooting sports are exciting and fun for scouts of all ages, and our cub scout and webelos day camps and resident camps are just around the corner. Shooting sports program faqs boy scouts of america. For their substantial contributions to the writing of this manual. Why do we have different standards of leadership required for yearround shooting and resident camp shooting. Shooting sports standard operating procedures revision a. You may have read my earlier post about the cub scout shooting sports awards now bsa has released the cub scout shooting sports guide the guide gives you information about the purpose of the awards youll find teaching tips for each of the awards and materials you can use while youre teaching.
The shooting sports committee ssc operates under the authority of the camping committee chairman of the sam houston area council shac of the boy scouts of america bsa. Examples of ongoing programs are the boy scout shotgun shooting merit badge and venturing ranger award. January 20 december 2012 november 2012 october 2012 september 2012 august 2012. Bsa requires all cub scout shooting sports including cub scout archery, bb guns, wrist rocketsslingshots, catapults or rockets to be supervised by a bsa certified range master. To qualify as a shooting sports merit badge counselor, a volunteer must. For example, there is a bb gun sighting chart and a diagram showing the types of archery.
This manual contains all bsaapproved shooting sports activities and must be adhered to. Find more information and pictures on our facebook page golden empire council shooting sports our shooting programs are valuable resources for helping young people develop selfconfidence, personal discipline, responsibility, teamwork, selfesteem, and sportsmanship. Homepage forums general scouting merit badge counselor qualifications. The boy scouts of america is proud to partner with the national rifle association to provide youth with a beginner pistol experiences the focuses on the safe and responsible use of firearms. The purpose of the guide to safe scouting is to prepare members of the boy. All shooting ranges in the cub scout program must be supervised by a qualified range master who is at least 18 years of age and who meets the minimum requirements. His linkedin page says shooting sports director at boy scouts of america. This manual contains all bsaapproved shooting sports activities and must nra day, winchesternra marksmanship qualification program, camporee, camp weekend shoot, or. Important updates were made to the manual in january 2014. Whatever youre shooting, be it a trickedout msr, a tight 1911, or a custom skeet gun, this book is the allinclusive expert course you need to shoot. Designing an allpurpose range is not desirable because of the specific differences.
The gslac range standard operating procedures this document. See specific qualifications and training requirements for cub scout shooting sports range masters in the. Shooting sports award scouts bsa boy scouts cub scouts. Scoutingnews national shooting sports manual now available. Cascade pacific council of the boy scouts of america is the local scouting organization in northwest oregon and southwest washington. The page in chapter 1 of the bsa national shooting sports manual that applies to your shooting event note ratio of instructors, rsos and shooters must be maintained for your shooting event. Boy scouts of america national shooting sports manual. For their substantial contributions to the writing of this manual and commitment to scouting, the bsa would also like to thank larry quandahl, mark belli, and.
On august 6, 2012, a scout was playing a game of tetherball at a beaver. Section i the essentials either a breechloading, single shot, boltaction rifle or a repeater bolt action rifle with a box magazine can be used. Shooting sports are not an approved part of the cub scout program, except at cub scout. Mandatory standards m10 m20a m20b m26 m27 m35 m52a m52b m60a m60b m62 m63b m89a m91 quality standards 16 81 the bsa expects that programs and facilities will adhere to accreditation standards throughout the year. The 2018 bsa challenge grant application period is closed. Cub scouts, boy scouts and venturers were busy presenting the activities of scouting to the community members visiting the santa maria mall. Rifle shooting merit badge us scouting service project. Bsa quick reference shooting sports guidelines anual cub scoutstigerswolfbear webelo the use of pellet air rifles is restricted to webelos scouts in a resident camp setting only. Cub scouts shooting sports guide, 510322 2016 pprinting. Jan 01, 2014 if instruction and shooting are to occur at the same time, both the rso and qualified instructor must be present. Shooting sports training san francisco bay area council. Shooting sports have the ability to attract and retain youth in the movement. This cub scout shooting sports guide is intended to assist leaders in helping their cub scouts earn the shooting sports awards.
Effective january 1, 2012, the guide to advancement which. Cub scout archery worksheet merit badge research center. For a complete list of these standards, see the links below. Shooting sports programs offered by old north state council.
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