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Activities are an essential part of Scouting, whether they are adventurous, energetic, creative or indeed all of these. Many activities may involve an element of risk, but with good training, proper equipment and responsible leadership, these risks can be recognised and minimised in order to provide adventure and excitement for all members of the Movement.

Air Rifle Target Shooting

Shooting with air rifles or air pistols is part of one of the biggest participant sports in the country.

open to all ages, genders, abilities
over one thousand clubs nationwide as well as ranges at many Scout Campsites
majority of clubs provide equipment and coaching
male, female, the able and those with disabilities compete equally
age no barrier - from being big enough to safely hold a firearm until well beyond retirement age.
various Scouting competitions around the country

All you need is yourself and enthusiasm.

You can book air rifle target shooting at Bowley Activity Centre for your Pack, Troop or Unit.

How to Run the activity:

Follow this link to find how to run a Scout shooting activity.

Links to National Governing Bodies:

The National Small-bore Rifle Association

http://www.nsra.co.uk

Factsheets:

The following activity factsheets are relevent to this activity

FS120000 Risk Assessment

FS120004 Shooting

FS120078 Home Contacts

Policy, Organisation and Rules:

The following sections of POR should be consulted regarding this activity.

Rule 9.1 Activity Rules - Application

Rule 9.2 Preparations

Rule 9.3 Home Contact

Rule 9.4 Risk Assessment

Rule 9.5 Emergency Procedure

Rule 9.9 Use of Professional Centres and Instructors

Rule 9.37 Shooting

For more details contact John Lloyd, County Shooting Advisor