Range and target activities provide Scouting the opportunity to instruct critical safe firearm handling to all age groups while also providing an opportunity for a Scout to learn self-discipline, concentration, mental discipline, self-reliance, self-esteem, problem-solving and responsibility. Range and Target Activities within Scouting programs will be updated effective 9/1/2024. Details on these changes are now posted in the Guide to Safe Scouting and additional information is available within this FAQ.