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Youth Shooting Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This is a team-based sport designed to introduce young people to shotgun shooting and the clay target sports of Trap, Skeet and Sporting Clays. For more information, contact Megan Lopez at (623) 236-7305.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Archery in the Schools Program<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This program is designed to introduce Olympic-style archery into elementary, middle and high schools throughout Arizona. The program provides school P.E. programs with training and curriculum to introduce youth to archery. For more information, contact Tom Rowan: email trowan@azgfd.gov<\/a> phone (623) 236-7605.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arizona Gun Safety Program<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

As specified by ARS \u00a7 15-714.01, the Arizona Gun Safety Program curriculum was jointly developed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department, the Department of Public Safety and private firearms organizations and may be offered by any school district or charter school as an elective course. Contact your respective school for information on program availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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