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USA Youth Education Shooting Sports Partners with Jim Maggard and Mike Simpson for International Clays Game Training

Friday, March 28, 2025
Written by YAH Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #usashootingsportseducation, #youthshooting

This exclusive camp is designed to provide aspiring young shooters with top-tier professional coaching and an immersive experience in the world of international shooting sports. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or just starting, this camp is the perfect opportunity to hone your skills and learn from the best in the field.

Here’s what you can expect from the USAYESS International Development Camp:

  • Professional Coaching: Receive personalized instruction from renowned coaches, including Mike Simpson, USA Shooting Master Coach, and Jim Maggard, USAYESS International Development Coach. With their expertise and guidance, you’ll refine your technique and elevate your performance to new heights.
  • Ammunition Included: Focus on your training without worrying about ammunition costs. Your registration fee of $800 covers all ammunition needed for the camp activities.
  • Delicious Lunch Provided: Stay fueled and energized throughout the day with complimentary lunch provided onsite. It’s the perfect opportunity to refuel and connect with fellow participants.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to sharpen your skills, connect with fellow shooters, and take your passion for shooting sports to new heights.

Welcome to registration for the USAYESS International Development Camp!

Mike Simson USA Shooting Master Coach, USA Shooting Coach of the Year, USA Shooting Development Coach

Meet our Master Class Coaches.

Jim Maggard USAYESS International Development USA Shooting Advanced Coach Level 2 NRA

Here are a few key items of importance:

  • Date: May 17-18, 2025
  • Location: Bridge Creek Clays, 3760 Dunn Road, Hartsfield, GA
  • Cost: $800 includes Professional Coaching, Ammunition, and Lunch
  • Coaches: For Bunker Trap – Mike Simpson, USA Shooting Master Coach, USA Shooting Coach of the Year, USA Shooting Development Coach.

For International Skeet – Jim Maggard, USAYESS International Development, USA Shooting Advanced Coach.

  • Hotel Reservations: Hampton Inn, 441 Hampton Way, Moultrie, GA. Call the hotel directly at 229-616-7777 to request the “USA” You can also book online using the Group Code USE. Travel and Lodging are separate from camp costs.

Civilian Marksmanship Program Now Offering Student Scholarships

Thursday, March 27, 2025
Written by YAH Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #civilianmarksmanshipprogram, #youthshooting

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is proud to provide this scholarship program for deserving high school seniors who excel in marksmanship! The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) offers $1,000, $3,000 and $5,000 one-year scholarship assistance to qualified junior marksmen in order to encourage and reward their outstanding efforts. In 2025, over $325,000 will be awarded.

Again in 2025, the CMP will present not just one, but FOUR $5,000 scholarships that will be renewable for 4 years (Total value of each scholarship awarded: $20,000). The “Carolyn Hines Memorial Scholarship” will be awarded to the top graduating senior who best exemplifies Dr. Hines’ ideals. Three additional scholarships will be awarded to top seniors to commemorate the retirement of longtime CMP Board members Judith Legerski, Jon Bengston and Harry Sieben, who were all devoted to sustaining youth activities. The overall applicants will be determined by members of the CMP Scholarship Committee.

The remaining CMP Scholarships are one-year awards that may be used to fund any accredited secondary education, technical/trade school or vocational program. CMP Scholarships may also be used to pursue a post-secondary education during the upcoming school year.

Generously, the Garand Collectors Association has presented four additional $5,000 John C. Garand Scholarships, while the family of Michael Thomas Randall has contributed three $5,000 scholarships for the Michael T Randall Memorial Scholarships. The Talladega Superspeedway has also provided a sum of $5,000 toward the CMP Scholarship Program.

The Scholarship Program will also award CMP Local Scholarships in the Anniston, Alabama, Talladega, Alabama, Port Clinton, Ohio and Oak Harbor, Ohio, areas. Seniors are encouraged to apply and no marksmanship experience is required to apply for the CMP local scholarships.

2025 CMP Shooting Sports Scholarship Application

2025 CMP Local Community Scholarship Application

CONGRATULATIONS to the 2024 CMP Scholarship Recipients!

The scholarships are paid directly to the scholarship recipient. The check may then be used to pay other fees or expenses that are not covered by other awards or grants.

The CMP seeks applications from high school seniors who currently compete in marksmanship competitions. Based on merit, selected individuals are high school seniors who are currently enrolled in a team or club that is participating in marksmanship competitions. 

If you have any questions, please contact CMP at (419) 635-2141, ext. 701 or email shand@thecmp.org.

Who is eligible to apply for a scholarship? 

To be eligible for CMP scholarships, junior shooters must:

  • Be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Be of good moral character.
  • Be a graduating high school senior.
  • Demonstrate acceptance to a university, college or trade school leading to a diploma or trade certification.
  • Demonstrate marksmanship competition experience (this includes air gun, smallbore, pistol, rifle, shotgun, archery, etc.).

Information for the 2024-2025 CMP Scholarships

In addition to the completed application form, please include:

  • A certified copy of the applicant’s high school transcript
  • A letter from the applicant including the reasons for applying and how the scholarship will help in pursuit of the applicant’s goals
  • Additional Documentation of proof of marksmanship activity

Your scholarship application must be completed by April 4, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

MidwayUSA Foundation Surpasses Records to Help Youth Shooting Programs Flourish

Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Written by Irwin Greenstein
Categories: Organizations
Tags: #midwayusafoundation, #youthshooting, #youthshootingsports

Larry and Brenda Potterfield are angels for youth shooting sports. The founders of the shooting supply and outdoor-gear retail giant Midway USA in Columbia, Missouri has endowed through their MidwayUSA Foundation some $433 million to about 2,600 youth shooting programs through the cycle that ended December 31, 2024.

Founded in 2008 by the Potterfields, the MidwayUSA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity committed to sustaining and growing youth shooting sports by providing long-term funding to youth shooting teams through different types of cash grant programs.

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Pass It On Outdoor Mentors Awarded Grant from Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund to Expand Youth Hunting and Fishing Programs

Saturday, February 15, 2025
Written by YAH Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #passitonmentors, #youthhunting, #youthshooting

February 13, 2025 — Pass It On Outdoor Mentors is thrilled to announce it has been awarded a generous grant from the Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund, a key supporter of conservation and outdoor education initiatives. This funding will help expand Pass It On Outdoor Mentors’ mission of providing youth with hands-on hunting, fishing, and outdoor experiences alongside dedicated mentors.

Through this grant, Pass It On Outdoor Mentors will be able to increase access to outdoor opportunities for young people, many of whom might not otherwise have the chance to experience hunting and fishing. By engaging mentors and creating structured outdoor experiences, the organization ensures that conservation values and traditions are passed down to the next generation.

“We are honored to receive this grant from the Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund,” said Brittany French, CEO of Pass It On Outdoor Mentors. “Their commitment to introducing more youth to the outdoors aligns perfectly with our mission. With their support, we can give even more young people the life-changing opportunity to hunt, fish, and develop a lifelong passion for conservation.”

The Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund is fueled by generous donations from customers who round up their purchases at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s stores nationwide. These contributions support initiatives aimed at connecting new audiences to the outdoors, conserving wildlife and habitat, and advocating for sportsmen’s rights.

This grant will help Pass It On Outdoor Mentors expand programming, increase mentor recruitment, and provide essential resources for youth hunting and fishing events. By working together, both organizations ensure that America’s outdoor heritage is carried forward for generations to come.

About Pass It On Outdoor Mentors

Pass It On – Outdoor Mentors is dedicated to connecting youth and volunteer mentors through outdoor experiences, fostering the next generation of hunters and anglers. By creating ongoing opportunities, the organization aims to positively impact the lives of young people and promote the conservation of our natural resources. Learn more at www.outdoormentors.org or follow us on social media.

About the Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund

The Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charity that supports conservation organizations across North America. By bringing together customers alongside dedicated team members, industry partners and leading conservation organizations, Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s is creating North America’s largest conservation movement to collectively shape the future of the outdoors and all who love it for generations to come.

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