Upcoming Tactical Rifle course at Houston, MO

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Basic Mid-Range Tactical Rifle Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course is designed to teach the beginner shooter the practical and operational use of their scoped rifles out to 600 yards. Students will start out in the classroom each morning before going to the range for practical firing exercises. The following are some of the topics that will be covered: rifle type and equipment, the fundamentals of marksmanship, range and wind estimation, zeroing procedures, target indicators, known and unknown ranges, ballistic programs, care and cleaning of the rifle, barrel break-in procedures and much more. A certificate of training will be awarded to all participates who successfully complete this course. You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 yrs old or accompanied by parent to take this course.

Equipment Needed:

A rifle capable of shooting 1” or less at 100 yards, bolt action is preferred, but not required. Common calibers are .223 - .308

Scope: a mil-dot is recommended, (since much of the work will involve using this type of scope) but the mil-dot is not required. Scope must have finger adjustment knobs for elevation and windage

200 rounds of match grade ammo or hand loads for your specific rifle (no armor piercing)

Bi-pod

Sand sock/rear bag

Ear protection

Shooting mat

Range bag (for your ammo, note taking material etc.)

Cleaning kit specific to your rifle

Note taking material, pen/pencil etc.

Rain gear

Small Calculator

Optional Equipment:

Spotting scope (if you have one please bring it)

Laser range finder

Data book (highly recommended)

Mil-Dot Master (highly recommended)

Sling

Binoculars/Spotting scope


elbow pads (strongly recommended)

Hat/ball cap

bug repellent

Sunscreen

Water

Location: Big Piney Sports Club, Houston, MO

Dates: October 27-29

Time: 8:00 a.m. (sharp)

Cost: $450.00 per person

Contact person: Greg McLaughlin

417-255-1612

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