March 21, 2012

Program taking flight
Nick Baker, Scotland, inspects his target after taking some practice shots at Dunn Creek Archery in Menno Monday evening, March 19. Baker and many other youth were on hand to participate in the Hutchinson County 4-H Program, which is now in its second year. Youth from around the region converge at the indoor shooting range weekly to practice and learn technique from certified instructors.
PHOTOS BY ERIK KAUFMAN


Sam Bender, Menno, draws back on his bow at Dunn Creek Archery in Menno Monday night, March 19. Bender was participating in the Hutchinson County 4-H Archery Program.

Cade Gemar, Tripp, takes instruction from Brian Humphrey, a certified instructor with the Hutchinson County 4-H Archery Program.

Josie Fuhrman, Freeman, listens to her instructor as Sam Bender and Hannah Eberts, Freeman, continue their practice in the background.

Josh Wynia, Freeman, listens to instructor Walter Salis as he takes aim down range at Dunn Creek Archery Monday evening, March 19.