The students in this course will learn the knowledge, skills and attitude to become a basic rifle shooter. Skills learned are shooting positions, body positions, shot mechanics, sight picture, parts of a rifle, ammunition, Winchester marksmanship program, shooting activities, practical exercises, cleaning and care of rifles, safe gun handling, shooting skills development. Coffee and donuts will be served, but please bring a water bottle and sack lunch for the afternoon break.
In addition, this course is the prerequisite to taking a 2-day NRA Rifle Instructor course such as the one offered on the later weekend (February 21-22, 2026). For a complete list of NRA courses offered this Winter & Spring 2026, please click here!