Camp Pendleton, California's Jeremy Scott, 21, a U.S. Marine, is one of 16 finalists from across the U.S., and the youngest competitor, who will be competing Sept. 12 ??? 14 in the fifth annual Field & Stream Magazine Total Outdoorsman Challenge in Springfield, Mo.

After 24 local contests across the U.S. followed by six regional competitions, Scott, who is a first time finalist, made the final cut after qualifying at the regional tournament in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., May 3. He will compete in seven events including fly-casting, bait casting, shotgun, rifle, archery, endurance skills and ATV handling.

Attached is a press release with more information about what is considered by many as one of the most prestigious competitions for outdoorsmen and women. Below is his phone number and e-mail address if you would like to contact him directly for an interview.

Jeremy Scott, Camp Pendleton, CA, Email - scott_marine1@yahoo.com Ph - 573-586-7174