Introduction to Shotgun
Basic
Duration: 2 hours classroom, 3 hours range
$175.00
Fee
Training Cadre
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Description
This course is designed as an introduction to the safe and efficient handling of a shotgun. The course covers all aspects from firearm selection to operating the system effectively. This is a beginner's class for those who want to purchase a shotgun or who already have one and want to learn its capabilities for use in a defensive situation.
Topics Covered
- Shotgun specific safety precautions
- Nomenclature of the shotgun
- Different types of ammunition and ballistics
- Identifying malfunctions
- Propper patterning
- Proper loading and unloading of a shotgun
- Shotgun fundamentals and marksmanship
- Use of slings
- Combat and Tactical reloading
- Immediate action for malfunction
- High and low port positions
- Multiple target engagements
- Recoil management
Expectations and Outcomes
Students will gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities to safely operate their shotgun.
This is a prerequisite for other shotgun courses that will be offered.
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Types
Basic, Intermediate, Shotgun
Requirements
- Shotgun
- Slugs - 25 rounds
- Buckshot - 25 rounds
- Birdshot - 75 rounds (7.5 or lower)
- Eye & Ear Protection
- Brimmed Hat
- Close-toed Shoes
- Rain Gear
- Sunscreen
- Bug Spray
- Water / Beverage
- Pen & Notebook