Shotgun Shooting
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::a. Identify the principal parts of a shotgun, action types, and how they function. | ::a. Identify the principal parts of a shotgun, action types, and how they function. | ||
::b. Identify and demonstrate the rules for safely handling a shotgun. | ::b. Identify and demonstrate the rules for safely handling a shotgun. | ||
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::j. Demonstrate how to clean a shotgun safely. | ::j. Demonstrate how to clean a shotgun safely. | ||
::k. Discuss what points you would consider in selecting a shotgun. | ::k. Discuss what points you would consider in selecting a shotgun. | ||
| - | ::l. Shooting score | + | ::l. Shooting score required: Hit at least 12 (48 percent) out of 25 targets in two 25-target groups. The two groups need not be shot in consecutive order. |
::Shooting skill rules: | ::Shooting skill rules: | ||
::* Targets may be thrown by a hand trap, manual mechanical, or on any trap or skeet field. Note: If using a hand trap or manual mechanical trap, the trap operator should be at least five feet to the right and three feet to the rear of the shooter. If throwing left-handed with a hand trap this should be reversed. | ::* Targets may be thrown by a hand trap, manual mechanical, or on any trap or skeet field. Note: If using a hand trap or manual mechanical trap, the trap operator should be at least five feet to the right and three feet to the rear of the shooter. If throwing left-handed with a hand trap this should be reversed. | ||
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::* If using a trap field, shoot station 3 with traps set to throw straightaway targets. | ::* If using a trap field, shoot station 3 with traps set to throw straightaway targets. | ||
::* If using a skeet field, shoot station 7 low house. | ::* If using a skeet field, shoot station 7 low house. | ||
| - | :'''OPTION | + | :'''OPTION B: "MUZZLE-LOADING SHOTGUN SHOOTING''' |
::a. Discuss a brief history of the development of the muzzle-loading shotgun. | ::a. Discuss a brief history of the development of the muzzle-loading shotgun. | ||
::b. Identify principal parts of percussion and flintlock shotguns and discuss how they function. | ::b. Identify principal parts of percussion and flintlock shotguns and discuss how they function. | ||
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::l. Identify the causes of a muzzle-loading shotgun's failing to fire and explain or demonstrate proper correction procedures. | ::l. Identify the causes of a muzzle-loading shotgun's failing to fire and explain or demonstrate proper correction procedures. | ||
::m. Discuss what points you would consider if selecting a muzzle-loading shotgun. | ::m. Discuss what points you would consider if selecting a muzzle-loading shotgun. | ||
| - | ::n. Shooting score | + | ::n. Shooting score required: "Hit at least five out of 15 targets. The two groups need not be shot in consecutive order. |
::Shooting skill rules: | ::Shooting skill rules: | ||
::* Targets may be thrown by a hand trap, manual mechanical, or on any trap or skeet field. Note: If using a hand trap or manual mechanical trap, the trap operator should be at least five feet to the right and three feet to the rear of the shooter. If throwing left-handed with a hand trap this should be reversed. | ::* Targets may be thrown by a hand trap, manual mechanical, or on any trap or skeet field. Note: If using a hand trap or manual mechanical trap, the trap operator should be at least five feet to the right and three feet to the rear of the shooter. If throwing left-handed with a hand trap this should be reversed. | ||
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Revision as of 17:00, April 24, 2008
| Shotgun Shooting merit badge | ||
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| Status: | Elective | |
| Created: | 1988 | |
| Discontinued: | no | |
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| Requirements revision: | 2007 | |
| Latest pamphlet revision: | 2005 | |
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Shotgun Shooting requirements | 
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- 1. Do the following:
- a. Explain why BB and pellet air guns must always be treated with the same respect as firearms.
- b. Describe how you would react if a friend visiting your home asked to see your or your family's firearm(s).
- c. Explain the need for and use and types of eye and hearing protection.
- d. Explain the main points of the laws for owning and using guns in your community and state.
- e. Explain how hunting is related to the wise use of renewable wildlife resources.
- f. Successfully complete a state hunter education course, or obtain a copy of the hunting laws for your state, then do the following.
- 1. Explain the main points of hunting laws in your state and give any special laws on the use of guns and ammunition, and
- 2. List the kinds of wildlife that can be legally hunted in your state.
- g. Explain to your counselor the proper hygienic guidelines used in shooting.
- h. Identify and explain three shotgun sports. Identify places in your community where you could shoot these sports and explain how you can join or be a part of shooting sports activities.
- i. Give your counselor a list of sources that you could contact for information on firearms and their use.
- 2. Do ONE of the following options:
- OPTION A: "SHOTGUN SHOOTING (MODERN SHOTSHELL TYPE)
- a. Identify the principal parts of a shotgun, action types, and how they function.
- b. Identify and demonstrate the rules for safely handling a shotgun.
- c. Identify the parts of a shotgun shell and their functions.
- d. Identify the various gauges of shotguns. Explain which one you would pick for use and why.
- e. Identify and explain the fundamentals of safely shooting a shotgun.
- f. Explain what a misfire, hangfire, and squib fire are, and explain the procedures to follow in response to each.
- g. Identify and explain each rule for safely shooting a shotgun.
- h. Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely shoot moving targets, using the fundamentals of shotgun shooting.
- i. Identify the materials needed to clean a shotgun.
- j. Demonstrate how to clean a shotgun safely.
- k. Discuss what points you would consider in selecting a shotgun.
- l. Shooting score required: Hit at least 12 (48 percent) out of 25 targets in two 25-target groups. The two groups need not be shot in consecutive order.
- Shooting skill rules:
- Targets may be thrown by a hand trap, manual mechanical, or on any trap or skeet field. Note: If using a hand trap or manual mechanical trap, the trap operator should be at least five feet to the right and three feet to the rear of the shooter. If throwing left-handed with a hand trap this should be reversed.
- All targets should be thrown at a reasonable speed and in the same direction.
- Targets should be generally thrown so as to climb in the air after leaving the trap.
- Scores may be fired at any time, either in formal competition or in practice.
- Any gauge shotgun not exceeding 12 gauge may be used.
- Standard clay targets customarily used for trap and skeet are to be used.
- Any ammunition, either factory or hand loaded, may be used.
- Shooters must shoot in rounds of 25. Rounds need not be shot continuously or on the same day (the term "round" refers to a single series of 25 shots).
- If using a trap field, shoot station 3 with traps set to throw straightaway targets.
- If using a skeet field, shoot station 7 low house.
- OPTION B: "MUZZLE-LOADING SHOTGUN SHOOTING
- a. Discuss a brief history of the development of the muzzle-loading shotgun.
- b. Identify principal parts of percussion and flintlock shotguns and discuss how they function.
- c. Demonstrate and discuss safe handling rules of a muzzle-loading shotgun.
- d. Identify the various grades of black powder and their proper use.
- e. Discuss proper safety procedures pertaining to black powder use and storage.
- f. Discuss proper components of a load.
- g. Identify proper procedures and accessories used for loading a muzzle-loading shotgun.
- h. Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and attitude necessary to safely shoot a muzzle-loading shotgun on a range, including range procedures.
- i. Shoot a moving target with a muzzle-loading shotgun using the five fundamentals of firing the shot.
- j. Identify the materials needed to clean a muzzle-loading shotgun properly and safely.
- k. Demonstrate how to clean a muzzle-loading shotgun safely.
- l. Identify the causes of a muzzle-loading shotgun's failing to fire and explain or demonstrate proper correction procedures.
- m. Discuss what points you would consider if selecting a muzzle-loading shotgun.
- n. Shooting score required: "Hit at least five out of 15 targets. The two groups need not be shot in consecutive order.
- Shooting skill rules:
- Targets may be thrown by a hand trap, manual mechanical, or on any trap or skeet field. Note: If using a hand trap or manual mechanical trap, the trap operator should be at least five feet to the right and three feet to the rear of the shooter. If throwing left-handed with a hand trap this should be reversed.
- All targets should be thrown at a reasonable speed and in the same direction.
- Targets should be generally thrown so as to climb in the air after leaving the trap.
- Scores may be fired at any time, either in formal competition or in practice.
- Any gauge shotgun not exceeding 10 gauge may be used.
- Standard clay targets customarily used for trap and skeet are to be used.
- On a standard trap field, the shooter should be positioned 8 yards behind the trap house. The trap should be set to throw only straightaway targets
- If using a skeet field, shoot station 7 low house.
Source: Shotgun Shooting merit badge pamphlet (33331A)
Notes
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