My nine year old daughter just got back from (Christian-run) summer camp this weekend. I'm thrilled to report that not only did they have an actual shooting range, but all this kids got the opportunity to shoot .22lr bolt-action rifles. I was not aware when we signed her up that this would be done, and as far as I know, parental permission was not requested beforehand (except for the camp as a whole, obviously). I wholeheartedly approve on all counts. Unfortunately, since she's nine, I can't get a range report from her, other than to say "I did great, but I don't think I hit the target."
I'm very happy to see that there are still groups who believe that the shooting sports are not things to keep kids away from.
The camp itself seemed to be very well run, clean, and looked like a lot of fun. I wanted to go myself (or at least ride the zip-line!).
BTW: She has her own .22lr rifle that she shoots with me on occasion, so it's not her first time.
I'm very happy to see that there are still groups who believe that the shooting sports are not things to keep kids away from.
The camp itself seemed to be very well run, clean, and looked like a lot of fun. I wanted to go myself (or at least ride the zip-line!).
BTW: She has her own .22lr rifle that she shoots with me on occasion, so it's not her first time.