The Metro Area Chapter Wingshooting System is specifically designed to pass on the fun and excitement of wingshooting for youth by building five simple steps for success. Each of the steps moves seamlessly to the next and culminates in hitting more targets. The system is easy to use AND easy to remember! Each student will learn to properly shoot a shotgun. Our five-step system will teach students their dominant eye, establish foot position and appropriate posture, how to mount a shotgun, point at a target, concentrate on a target, and ultimately break a target. The system is designed to give the student the basics, so they feel comfortable carrying and shooting a shotgun before entering a field to hunt. In addition, our program provides the foundation for a student to advance his or her skills in a shooting sports program. We encourage students to come to all three sessions in order to broaden their skills.

2026 Five-Step Wingshooting Program

Introduction to Wing Shooting is FREE to all participants

Each session is limited to 24 students, and there is one session per Sunday.

• Session 1: Sunday, May 17th / Noon - 2 pm 

• Session 2: Sunday, July 12th / Noon - 2 pm 

• Session 3: Sunday, August 9th / Noon - 2 pm

STUDENTS MUST CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE START OF THEIR SESSION. You must register for each session individually.

Register Here!

Youth Day is an event at the ERSC open to the general public. The event was created to introduce non shooters to the shooting sports and provide the opportunity for someone interested,  to try various firearms in a safe and stress free environment, and ask questions.

The ranges are all closed for regular use, and hay rides bring guests to different locations to try pistol, trap shooting, muzzleloader, archery, rifles, rimfire, air rifles, and airsoft.

This is a free event, and all firearms and ammunition are provided,  Guests receive one on one instruction from volunteers who are knowledgeable, and safety is always first.

There are often demonstrations of various shooting disciplines and snacks or a light lunch are provided.  In the past there have also been demos on fly fishing, bow fishing, outdoor cooking, and camping.

Ages 16 and under.

This is an annual event that runs rain or shine in mid June. For more information, check our website for updates, or contact Bob W. at president@ersportsman.com

Youth Outdoor Event is hosted by the NWTF Chapter: Long Spurs of Sunrise River. A free, kid-focused day dedicated entirely to fun, learning, and outdoor experiences! Youth ages 7–17 can participate in a variety of activities and games designed to teach them about the outdoors. Every child who attends will receive one raffle ticket for a chance to win several exciting grand prizes.​

Thanks to our generous sponsors and donors, food will be available on site. Last year’s menu included hot dogs, corn on the cob, popcorn, and chips. Complimentary water bottles will also be available at multiple stations throughout the grounds.​

In addition to the larger prizes, there will be plenty of smaller giveaways thanks to our amazing donors. We can’t wait to see you there!

Learn More Here

The Metro Area Chapter Wingshooting System is specifically designed to pass on the fun and excitement of wingshooting for youth by building five simple steps for success. Each of the steps moves seamlessly to the next and culminates in hitting more targets. The system is easy to use AND easy to remember! Each student will learn to properly shoot a shotgun. Our five-step system will teach students their dominant eye, establish foot position and appropriate posture, how to mount a shotgun, point at a target, concentrate on a target, and ultimately break a target. The system is designed to give the student the basics, so they feel comfortable carrying and shooting a shotgun before entering a field to hunt. In addition, our program provides the foundation for a student to advance his or her skills in a shooting sports program. We encourage students to come to all three sessions in order to broaden their skills.

2026 Five-Step Wingshooting Program

Introduction to Wing Shooting is FREE to all participants

Each session is limited to 24 students, and there is one session per Sunday.

• Session 1: Sunday, May 17th / Noon - 2 pm 

• Session 2: Sunday, July 12th / Noon - 2 pm 

• Session 3: Sunday, August 9th / Noon - 2 pm

STUDENTS MUST CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE START OF THEIR SESSION. You must register for each session individually.

Register Here!

The Metro Area Chapter Wingshooting System is specifically designed to pass on the fun and excitement of wingshooting for youth by building five simple steps for success. Each of the steps moves seamlessly to the next and culminates in hitting more targets. The system is easy to use AND easy to remember! Each student will learn to properly shoot a shotgun. Our five-step system will teach students their dominant eye, establish foot position and appropriate posture, how to mount a shotgun, point at a target, concentrate on a target, and ultimately break a target. The system is designed to give the student the basics, so they feel comfortable carrying and shooting a shotgun before entering a field to hunt. In addition, our program provides the foundation for a student to advance his or her skills in a shooting sports program. We encourage students to come to all three sessions in order to broaden their skills.

2026 Five-Step Wingshooting Program

Introduction to Wing Shooting is FREE to all participants

Each session is limited to 24 students, and there is one session per Sunday.

• Session 1: Sunday, May 17th / Noon - 2 pm 

• Session 2: Sunday, July 12th / Noon - 2 pm 

• Session 3: Sunday, August 9th / Noon - 2 pm

STUDENTS MUST CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE START OF THEIR SESSION. You must register for each session individually.

Register Here!

Our main event is held during the Minnesota DNR Youth Deer Season; usually falling on MEA weekend in mid/late October. With this hunting event we select 20+ youth hunters and provide them access to land, deer stands, guns and an experienced adult mentor that has knowledge with hunting. This is a free to all participants.

Event Details

• Register/Sign Up form link on Facebook page around Labor Day

• Hunter selection lottery is held via Facebook Live in Late September

• Selected youth hunter’s are split into two hunting groups;(Thursday/Friday & Saturday/Sunday)

• Each youth hunter mentor is paired one on one with a experienced adult mentor; our mentors are family and friends that are well versed with the property and safety expectations

• A practice shoot is held prior to the hunting weekend to get the youth hunter familiar with the guns we provide and and meet their mentor. Guardians are encouraged to attend and required to fill out a liability release form prior to practice.

• Youth Hunter’s will attend their 2-Day Hunt group, hunt days include organized activities such as fishing and clay pigeon shooting to break up the day

• All guns, ammo, hunting gear, food and transportation to hunting grounds are provided for free

• On Saturday of the hunt we hold a public luncheon with lots of give-a-way prizes

Website can be found here: https://www.chardoutdoor.com/

Anoka County PF sponsors a youth event each fall that introduces the kids to archery, firearms, gun dogs and more in a safe and fun environment. Take a moment and read about our youth events or find out how you can become a key component of helping future Pheasants Forever members.

Each year our chapter sponsors a Youth Day for the kids age 5-18 at Beaverbrook Tri-County Sportsmen's Club in Cedar, MN.  Over 200 kids attend our event each September. Activities for the event include:

• Clay Target Shooting (.410 and 20 gauge)

• .22 Rifle Range - Sponsored by TenRing

• BB Gun Station - Sponsored by Anoka 4-H

• Casting Clinic (Spinning and Fly)

• Wild Turkey Hunting Station

• Blood Trail and Tracking Station

• Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge Booth

• Minnesota Official Measurers Booth

• Caricature Drawing Booth

Find out more here: https://anokapf.org/

This hunt is being hosted through the Anoka Co. Pheasants Forever Chapter.

This hunt is open for 4 new hunters and 3 parents.

Find out more here: https://anokapf.org/events/