Butler County 4-H News

Shooting Sports News: Shot Gun Class

Shotgun Project:  A Basic Shotgun class will be held Saturday, April 8 at Michael Murphy and Sons, 6400 SW Hunter Road, Augusta. Minimum age for participation is 12 years old.  However, if you younger than 12, but strong enough to handle your shotgun, you may still participate by getting prior approval from the lead instructors: Bruce McCune, 316-775-0801 or Rocky Kasper, 316-734-9323.  Pre-registration is required by Wednesday, April 5, using one of the shooting sports enrollment forms in the shooting sports flyer, available from the Extension Office or at this link: Shooting Sports Brochure

The course will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 8, and will end approximately 3:00 p.m.  Do not show up without being pre-registered.  Ammunition, targets, and range fees are provided.  Bring your own lunch and drink.  Coolers will be provided.  You may bring your own shotgun, if you have one.  The preferred choke is IC – improved cylinder or more open.  410’s are not suitable for beginner instruction.

If you have any questions, please call Gene Maggard at 316-742-3746 or email at gandpmaggard@gmail.com.

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