Safety Vs Marksmanship Essay

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Through shooting sports I have learned firearm safety and marksmanship skills along with many other life lessons. I have Gained much skill in shooting sports but although I have learned much about how to safely handle and operate firearms as well as how to execute shooting positions and techniques, shooting sports is about much more than marksmanship and safety. Sportsmanship, teamwork, Mentoring, giving back to youth, civic responsibility and awareness of 2nd amendment rights are just a few of the lessons I’ve learned through my local shooting program. Shooting has taught me that practice and hard work pay off. I have learned that good teachers and instructors are very beneficial and an integral part in success. I have also learned that time

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