Represent

Represent 4-H Shooting Sports at events, with donors, media, schools, and community groups.

Serve

Serve as spokespersons at all levels (national, regional, state, and parish) to increase program visibility.

Grow

Develop leadership and communication skills through public speaking, citizenship, teamwork, and community service.

Network

Build and maintain relationships with 4-H staff, Extension administrators, and program supporters.

Participate

Expand involvement beyond shooting and competition into advocacy and service.

Connect

Stay actively connected with the 4-H Shooting Sports through college adulthood.

Louisiana/Regional Eligibility

• Be 14 years of age but not over the age of 19 as of December 31 of the current year.
• Be currently enrolled in 4-H and actively participating in the 4-H Shooting Sports.

Must be willing to:

• Take limited time off from school (3–5 days per school year)
• Travel for events (Regional/State Matches, LOST Camp, etc.)
• Attend at least 3 ambassador activities.
• Conduct a parish or regional talk/activity to promote Shooting Sports
• Pay a $75 Board membership fee (scholarships may be available based on financial need).

Understand:

• Selection is limited; only a few candidates will be chosen
• Term is 2 years (1 year for seniors). Initial terms may be staggered to allow for program continuity. Yearly evaluations will be administered on each candidate selected.
• Quota: 5 youth per region (up to 25 total), max 3 per parish.

Selection Process

• To become a Louisiana/Regional Ambassador, you must:
  • Meet the Louisiana / Regional Eligibility Requirements
  • Complete the Louisiana 4-H Shooting Sports Teen Ambassador Application
  • Interview with the selection committee

• Candidates are evaluated on:
  • Knowledge of firearms, archery and the shooting sports program
  • 4-H involvement, leadership, and community service
  • Shooting Sports Participation
  • Leadership & community involvement outside of 4-H