Colorado 4-H Shooting Sports Program

The Colorado 4‑H Shooting Sports Program plays an important role in youth development across the state. Participants build key life skills, including teamwork, responsibility, problem‑solving, self‑confidence, and the safe handling of firearms and archery equipment. Below, you’ll find all available Shooting Sports related resources and required documents in one place for easy access.

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State events

Colorado 4-H State Shooting Sports Championships

Weekend 1 – August 22 – 23
- .22 Rifle, Air Rifle, Air Pistol, Archery, Muzzleloading
Weekend 2 – September 5 – 6
- .22 Pistol, Shotgun
Weekend 3 – September 19-20, Como Range, Fairplay
- Hunting and Outdoor Skills and Western Heritage Invitationals

State 4-H Shooting Sports Championship Superintendents it has been determined that the updated version of the Crossman Challenger air rifle model #CH 2021, is not eligible for 4-P Air Rifle classes. Potential updates and edits such as the description of eligible air rifles will be reviewed by the State 4-H Shooting Sports Advisory Committee this fall and any edits or changes to the rules will be reflected in the rules after that time.

2026 Shooting Sports Championships Schedule