Learning experiences focus on:
Practicing range and equipment safety
Learning about different types of bows and arrows
Developing proper shooting form and stance
Improving aim and accuracy through target practice
Building discipline, patience, and focus
Registration Opens: August 29, 2025 (Online ONLY)
Grades 3rd-12th
Fall Archery Project Meetings:
Every Wednesday from September 17th - November 12th
(Parent attendance is mandatory)
Session 1: 5:45pm-7:00pm
Session 2: 7:15pm-8:30pm
Location: Gillespie County Fair Grounds
Project Fee: $75
Archery T-shirt: $20
Weekend 3D Shoots at Los Cazadores:
*MUST be shooting in fall archery project meetings to attend.
October 4th, 2025
October 18th, 2025
November 8th, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00ish
Archery Contests:
The Shooting Sports Extravaganza
If you’re new to shooting sports, this is the place to start! The Shooting Sports Extravaganza is a beginner’s match and learning event. Beginner shooters will learn the process of shooting competitively, basic knowledge of firearm and range safety, and about the shooting sports events. Ages: open to grades 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12.
Indoor Archery Match
The indoor archery match is held each year in 6 locations. Competitors will choose to compete at only one location, and scores will be ranked by all competitors at both locations. There is a “first year” class for competitors that are new to archery and new to the indoor archery match.
Texas 4-H Roundup Archery Match (Senior Members Only)
The Texas 4-H Roundup Archery Match will be held the week of State 4-H Roundup. This will be a 30 target, 3-D Match. This contest will allow a maximum of 100 archers.
Texas 4-H State Games
The Texas 4-H State Games are the largest youth shooting sports event in the nation, bringing together 4-H members from across the state to compete in disciplines such as archery, rifle, pistol, and shotgun. Youth showcase their skills in marksmanship, safety, and sportsmanship while connecting with others who share their interests. The event emphasizes personal growth, responsibility, and teamwork in a fun and challenging environment.
Contest Dates:
Shooting Sports State-Wide Event Calendar
*Maintained by Texas 4-H and, does not include Gillespie County activities/contests
Gillespie 4-H Archery Contest
November 12, 2025 (tentative)
District Contest
December 13, 2025
Wilson County Archery Clout Tournament
November 8, 2025
For more information click here.
Indoor Archery Match (Registration Deadline: March 1)
Carthage, TX - March 27 & 28, 2026
Graham, TX - March 13 & 14, 2026
Claude, TX - March 20 & 21, 2026
Bay City, TX - March 20 & 21, 2026
Monahans, TX - March 27 & 28, 2026
Mercedes, TX - March 12, 2026
The Shooting Sports Extravaganza - Beginner Match
April 18, 2026
Texas 4-H Roundup Archery Match (Senior Only)
June 2, 2026
Texas 4-H State Games
July 12 - 18, 2026
Archery Resources:
District 10 Shooting Sports Coach Training (La Vernia, TX)
o When: November 15-16, 2025 (Release Letter - COMING SOON!)
o Registration Period: October 6 – 28, 2025 ($130) via 4HOnline
o Late Registration: October 29– 31, 2025 ($150) via 4HOnline
o Cost: $130 (Includes meals & materials)
o Disciplines: Archery, Shotgun, Rifle, Pistol (Additional Specialty may be offered)