Reduced Rates for Youth Shooters at the 2013 Southern SxS

[Chris Dunlap]

All,

I posted this on the LCSCA Forum and figured I would post it here as well. As an update to my original post which is below, I have already received a confirmation from several vendors who were gracious enough to donate some special prizes for the youngsters.

Posted on LCSCA Forum:

Last year I approached Bill Kempffer at Deep River about offering a youth division in the American Classics at a reduced rate. I believe there are parents / grandparents who attend the Southern SxS but are hesitant to bring their youngster along due to the costs associated. If a kid has never shot a round of sporting clays then it doesn't make sense to pay the $50 entry fee plus the cost of ammunition, when he/she may only break 10-15 targets out of the 50 bird course.

I received an email from Mr. Kempffer today stating that there will be a reduction in the rates for youth shooters competing in the American Classics as well as the Main Event.

I am also working with several of the vendors that will be in attendance to sponsor some unique prizes for the winners of the youth categories.

Last year was the first time my son (9 years old at the time) attended the Southern SxS with me. He had a blast all weekend long and I enjoyed having him with me at this great event.

I encourage all of you to bring your son, daughter, grandson or granddaughter with you this year. They are not only the future of this organization, but also of our shooting sports.