Shooting is offered as a summer and winter sport to ten students annually, with preference given to seniors or those experienced with firearms. The programme covers firearm safety, care, shooting techniques, and fosters responsibility and maturity. Students may also sit for a firearms licence. Participation requires access to a personal 12-gauge shotgun (over/under or semi-automatic).
Competition
Throughout the year students participate in a number of competitions including:
- Waikato interschools' competition
- North Island secondary schools' competition
- South Island secondary schools' competition
- National secondary schools' competition
Levies
- Membership fees for the local shooting club: $20
- NZ Clay Target Shooting Association: $35.
- Interschool Competition: $20
- Ammunition: approximately $10 and targets are $7
Contact
Ian Campbell – Teacher in Charge
