4-H Western Heritage Project Youth Activity Guide Companion
If you're enrolled in the 4-H Western Heritage Project in your state, this section of the website will assist you in completing the Youth Activity Guide.
As a first step, obtain a 3-ring binder notebook, print the 4-H Western Heritage Project rules below, and place them in the front of your binder. Next, to record your scores, print a few copies of the score sheets for both timed and non-timed shooting. Place these in your notebook as well. Keep track of your scores as you practice and compete and watch your skill level improve. You can always revisit the website and print more score sheets. Also look over the clothing evaluation sheet to prepare for judged interviews and use the Building a Presentation Board resource to make better displays.
Then feel free to tackle the digital matching games found on each Level page and record the answers in your book. You can navigate to each Level page by clicking on the buttons at the bottom of this page.
To assist you in organizing your activities, further instructions, tables, and forms are available to print on the Activity Supplement pages. These are also arranged by Level and then organized in the order they appear in your Youth Activity Guide. Many activities can be conducted in groups while others are best done on your own. All count toward your progress as you meet the requirements to travel from the distinction of Pilgrim to Marshal.
As a first step, obtain a 3-ring binder notebook, print the 4-H Western Heritage Project rules below, and place them in the front of your binder. Next, to record your scores, print a few copies of the score sheets for both timed and non-timed shooting. Place these in your notebook as well. Keep track of your scores as you practice and compete and watch your skill level improve. You can always revisit the website and print more score sheets. Also look over the clothing evaluation sheet to prepare for judged interviews and use the Building a Presentation Board resource to make better displays.
Then feel free to tackle the digital matching games found on each Level page and record the answers in your book. You can navigate to each Level page by clicking on the buttons at the bottom of this page.
To assist you in organizing your activities, further instructions, tables, and forms are available to print on the Activity Supplement pages. These are also arranged by Level and then organized in the order they appear in your Youth Activity Guide. Many activities can be conducted in groups while others are best done on your own. All count toward your progress as you meet the requirements to travel from the distinction of Pilgrim to Marshal.
Winter Online Workshops 2023
Recordings:
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How Black Powder Cartridges are Made – Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. mountain time.
This is a historical demonstration of black powder cartridge construction and not a how-to video. There are a few very important differences between smokeless powder cartridge production and black powder cartridge production. This presentation will cover these differences and provide reference material for further study of the subject. Nearly every black powder factory and ammunition manufacturer suffered deadly explosions at some point in their history despite safely protocols. Learn the characteristics of black powder the make the substance susceptible to accidents. Presenter – Todd Kesner, Montana 4-H The Goingsnake Tragedy – Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. mountain time:
Racial, political, and romantic tensions as well as feuds over previous Civil War loyalties exploded in the courtroom of the Cherokee Nation’s Goingsnake District on April 15, 1872 during the trial over the murder Polly Beck, a Cherokee member, and the wounding of her white husband. Cherokee historian and 4-H Western Heritage volunteer, Mr. Mark Parman will tell the tale of a tragedy that left 11 dead and the lessons that can be learned. Inventions and Advancements in the 1800s – Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. mountain time:
Many of the things we take for granted today were first born in the 1800s. Cars, airplanes, advanced communication, modern medicine, toilet paper, and underarm deodorant all started with inventors and inventions of the 1800s. You’ll be surprised by our innovative history in the U.S. and around the world. |
Amanda Ashburn, co-leader of the Gallatin County, Montana 4-H Western Heritage Project, will present information that is not only interesting, but also assists in the development of a persona. Ms. Ashburn’s presentation will provide those little details that can be mentioned to add realism to a persona such as early designer clothing, bicycle riding, early communication, listening to music, or books you might read. Tune in to see the inventions available to the public in the 1800s.
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The Evolution of the Revolver - Tuesday, February 7, 2023 by Jason Schubert, Curator of the J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum in Claremore, Oklahoma
J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum
The largest privately-held firearms collection in the world. |
Jason Schubert has been Curator of the J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum since 2007. Holding a BA in History and an MA in Museum Science from Texas Tech University, Jason has worked in museums since he graduated high school in 1993. His interest in Western History and Firearms History have been the center of his professional life. He has served youth through more than 20 years in the Boy Scouts of America include receiving his Eagle Scout ward and Vigil Honor in Scouting’s Honor Society. He served the organization as Scoutmaster and past Director of the Philmont Scout Ranch Museum.
The Evolution of the Revolver The Evolution of the Revolver presented by Jason Schubert will examine the many steps, and some steps back, in developing a hand-held firearm with multiple shots delivered via a revolving cylinder both in the U.S and Europe. From pepperbox to Paterson, Smith & Wesson and Colt, the tragic tale of Rollin White, and from Adams to Webley-Fosbery, the evolution of the revolver is the stuff dreams are made of. |
4-H Western Action Shooting Rules
Download and print the youth version of the 4-H Western Action Shooting Rules below and place them in your project notebook. Become familiar with the rules and discuss any questions you may have with your 4-H leader.
| 4-h_western_heritage_rules_2017.pdf |
Records and Resources
Download and print the score sheets below and keep track of your improvements even if your practices are not being timed. Use the Clothing Assessment Sheet to prepare for judged clothing interviews.
| shooting_score_sheet_-_untimed.pdf |
| shooting_score_sheet_-_timed.pdf |
| state_championship_score_sheet.pdf |
| interview_evaluation_2023_rev.pdf |
| guide_to_building_a_presentation_board.pdf |