Basic Rifle

There is more to shooting a rifle than just picking up the gun and pulling the trigger. The Basics of Rifle Shooting course prepares students to own and/or use a rifle safely by introducing the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes. The course is taught over two sessions.
The classroom portion of the course teaches:

• Safety aspects of using and handling a rifle
• Different types of rifles
• Parts of a rifle
• Components of a cartridge
• Malfunctions
• Fundamentals of rifle shooting
• Range commands
• Shooting positions
• Cleaning and care of a rifle

Practical application is a two to three hour session at a safe, established shooting range using live-fire exercises during which students will practice the basic shooting fundamentals they just learned.

Course fee: $150 (Includes all student materials and range fees. Cost of ammunition or weapon rental is not included.)

Course requirements: Students must not have been convicted of a felony. Minor students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Certificate requirements: Passing score on written exam and demonstration of safe gun handling practices