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4-H shooters take aim
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4-H air rifle shooters stand ready as they shoot their targets during the Barton County Winter Classic that was held on Saturday. Qualifiers of the match will go on to state to compete.
The Barton County 4-H Winter Classic Air Rifle Sports Match was held on Saturday at the Great Bend Expo grounds. Shooters from all over the western part of the state came out to qualify for the state match that will be held in April.“This is a great event,” instructor John Reh said. “It teaches these kids decision-making skills, fundamentals of firearm safety, social skills, technical skills and even math skills.”There were 38 shooters at the match.