S2 Ep. 3 | Steve Fry: Fighter Pilot, Mayor, and Master of the Range

S2 Ep. 3 | Steve Fry: Fighter Pilot, Mayor, and Master of the Range

Aides to Scouting Podcast — Hosted by Walker & Elliott

In this episode, we sit down with a true modern-day Renaissance Man: Steve Fry. Steve’s life is a masterclass in the Scouting motto "Be Prepared." From the cockpit of a Marine Corps attack jet to 33 years as a Delta Air Lines Captain, Steve has lived at the intersection of high stakes and high discipline.

But his service doesn't stop in the air. Steve has served his community as a firefighter, the Mayor of Williamson, GA, and now as a premier coach in the world of shooting sports. We discuss how the "safety culture" of aviation translates to the range and why shooting sports—from archery to clay targets—is the ultimate classroom for youth character and focus.

In this conversation, we cover:

• The Pilot’s Perspective: Lessons in discipline from Marine aviation and Delta Air Lines.

• Service at Scale: Balancing roles as a Mayor, Firefighter, and Coach.

• The "Safety First" Mindset: Why shooting sports teach responsibility better than almost any other activity.

• Coaching the Future: Steve’s involvement with NASP, ATA, and more.

🎯 Shooting Sports Resources Mentioned: 🔗 GAPPS Sports: https://gappsports.com/ 🔗 NSSA-NSCA: https://mynssa.nssa-nsca.org/ 🔗 NASP Tournaments: https://www.naspschools.org/nasp-tournaments/ 🔗 Centershot: https://centershot.org/ 🔗 Amateur Trapshooting Assoc: https://shootata.com/

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