no ammunition in the classroom none ! firearms unloaded action open on the table in front of you
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NO AMMUNITION in the classroom
NONE !
Firearms UNLOADEDAction OPEN
On the table in front of you
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BasicRifle Shooting Course
Welcome&
Registration
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Course Goal: For each student to acquire the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary
for the safe use a rifle.
Staff
Schedule
Facilities
Basic handbooks
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Lesson 1
Rifle Use
Rifle Nomenclature
Safe Rifle Handling
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Lesson 1What are rifles used for?
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Lesson 1What are rifles used for?
Recreation – Target Shooting, plinking
Competition – local to Olympics Hunting Self defense Police Military
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Lesson 1What are rifles used for?
Quotation from Thomas Jefferson on walking with a
rifle
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Lesson 1Rifle Parts…Major Components
Stock
Barrel
Action
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Lesson 1Rifle Parts… Stock
Butt Comb Grip (wrist) Fore-end (or
Fore-arm)
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Lesson 1Rifle Parts…Barrel
BreechChamberBore RiflingMuzzleCrownSights
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Lesson 1Rifle Parts… Action
ReceiverBolt/breech blockTriggerTrigger guardMagazineSafety
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Lesson 1Action Types
Bolt
Pump (slide)
Lever
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Lesson 1Action Types
Semi-automatic
Hinge (break open)
Falling block
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Lesson 1Sighting Systems
1. Open (iron) sights
2. Aperture (peep) sights
3. Optical sights (scopes)
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NRA Gun Safety Rules
1. Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction
2. Always keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
3. Always keep the gun unloaded until you’re ready to use it.
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Lesson 2
Ammunition
Fundamentals of Rifle Shooting
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AmmunitionCartridge Components
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AmmunitionCartridge Function – Firing Sequence
Primer struck by firing pin
Primer ignites powder
Powder burns producing gases
Gases expand building pressure
Pressure forces out projectile
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AmmunitionTypes and Uses
Line up picture
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AmmunitionMake sure you have the correct ammunition!
Barrel or chamber
Box
Cartridge head stamp
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AmmunitionAdvantages of Handloading Cartridges
Pic of reloader? Supplies, etc. List of advantages
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Shooting FundamentalsPhysical Characteristics
Dominant eye?
Shooting hand?
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Shooting FundamentalsThe Five Fundamentals of Rifle Shooting
1. Position
2. Breath Control
3. Aiming
4. Trigger Squeeze
5. Follow Through
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Shooting FundamentalsShooting Positions
Benchrest Standing Prone Kneeling Sitting
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Shooting Fundamentals1. Position of the body
Comfortable & relaxed
Maximum bone to bone support
Alignment with the target
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Shooting Fundamentals1. Position -- rifle
Rifle sights aligned with the eye
Rifle positioned firmly against the shoulder
Grip of the stock grasped with lower three fingers, thumb on top
Fore-end lies on relaxed non-shooting hand
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Shooting Fundamentals2. Breath Control
• Body movement affects the shot• So… quiet yourself
• Breathing requires muscle movement• So… shoot between breaths
• Breathe out part way, hold, and shoot.
• Don’t hold your breath too long or muscle tremors will create movement and disrupt the shot.
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Shooting Fundamentals3. Aiming -- Sight Alignment
o Eye relief
o Cheek placement
o Target, front sight and rear sight aligned
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Shooting Fundamentals3. Aiming -- Sight Alignment
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Shooting Fundamentals3. Aiming -- Sight Alignment
Focus is on the… front sight
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Shooting Fundamentals4. Trigger Squeeze
Don’t use the “P” word!!!
Pad of index finger on trigger—clear of the stock
Gradually increasing pressure STRAIGHT BACK until the mechanism releases
SURPRISE yourself when the gun shoots
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Shooting FundamentalsThe Five Fundamentals of Rifle Shooting
1. Position
2. Breath Control
3. Aiming
4. Trigger Squeeze
5. Follow Through
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Lesson 2Review - Ammunition & Fundamentals
Ammunition• Components• Types• Uses
Fundamentals• Position• Breath Control• Aiming• Trigger squeeze• Follow through
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Lesson 3Firing the First Shots
Safety rules
Range commands
Benchrest Position
Shoot the exercise
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NRA Gun Safety Rules
1. Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction
2. Always keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
3. Always keep the gun unloaded until you’re ready to use it.
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Other Safety Rules
Be sure the gun is safe to operate Know how to use the gun safely Use only the correct ammunition Know your target and what is beyond it Wear hearing and eye protection Never use alcohol or drugs before or while
shooting Store guns so they are not accessible to
unauthorized persons ***Other rules may apply!
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Firing the First ShotsRange Commands & Procedures
“Load” or “Load xx rounds”“Commence Firing”“Cease Firing”
Problem?Malfunction?Dropped ammo?
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Firing the First ShotsStudy the Benchrest Position
Seated behind the table
Both elbows rest on table
Rifle is on rest or non-shooting hand
Shooting hand grasps rifle firmly
Butt of stock positioned against shoulder
Rifle sights are at eye level
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Firing the First ShotsPreparation to Fire
Practice the position without a rifle
Practice the position with an unloaded rifle
Adjust/align the position to the target
Dry fire applying all of the fundamentals
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Firing the First ShotsFiring Exercise
Shoot groups of at least 3 shots
Adjust sights to center shot group
Confirm with a shot or shot group
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Lesson 3Review – Firing the First Shots
Any safety problems noted?
Where did your first shots hit? Was group tight enough?
Are you satisfied with your final shot group?
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Lesson 7
Rifle Care and Cleaning
Rifle Storage & Transportation
Rifle Sports and Activities
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Rifle Care & CleaningPurpose of Cleaning
Remove powder residue
Remove rust & crud
Protect the pistol from rust, corrosion and wear
Make sure rifle is correctly assembled and functions properly
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Rifle CleaningSafety Guidelines
Ammunition must not be present in the area
The gun must be unloaded
The action must be open
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Rifle CleaningMaterials Needed
• Soft cloth• Cleaning rod/cable• Rod/cable
attachments• Cloth patches• Small brush• Bore cleaner• Gun oil
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Rifle CleaningProcedures
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Rifle CleaningProcedures
1. Wet down bore with a wet patch…always work from breech to muzzle…protect crown of the muzzle
2. Brush gun and wipe off powder residue3. Brush bore 10 strokes with a wet brush4. Wipe bore with dry patches until they come
out clean5. Wipe gun clean and lightly lubricate6. Lightly oil bore (one patch, light oil)
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Rifle CleaningProcedures
Reassemble and check function Are all parts correctly installed—nothing left over? Do all features work, especially safeties?
Store with springs relaxed (i.e. hammer down, trigger released, etc.)
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Health and Hygiene Considerations
Avoid eating, drinking or smoking while shooting or cleaning firearms
After shooting and cleaning firearms wash hands and face before eating or drinking.
Change clothes and shower after a shooting session
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Transportation
Legal considerations:Safety considerations:
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Rifle StorageNRA Rule: Store guns so they are not accessible
to unauthorized persons
1. LOCK IT UP!
- Lockable gun case- Trigger lock- Lockable gun rack or
case (secure?)
2. Separate guns from ammunition
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Rifle StorageNRA Rule: Store guns so they are not accessible
to unauthorized persons
Lock Box
Safe
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Rifle Sports & ActivitiesTraining Opportunities
Shooting camps
Special training publications and videotapes
NRA National Championship training clinics
NRA gunsmithing schools
Instructor and coach training
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Rifle Sports & ActivitiesRecreational Shooting
Informal shooting at local clubs like CFRPC
NRA Rifle qualification program
Competitive shooting • High Power• Small bore• Tactical rifle, IPSC, IDPA• Regional, State & National levels• Classification by skill level
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Rifle Sports & ActivitiesHunting
Florida Hunter Education Program & requirements
NRA Hunter Clinics
Hunting opportunities in Florida and Georgia
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Rifle Sports & ActivitiesSelecting a Rifle
Study before buying…research: Internet, magazines, buyers guides…visit sources: Dealers, gunshows, internet
Get the rifle best for the intended use.
Rifle fit—especially for youth or juniors
New or used? (Private sale vs. dealer)
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Rifle Sports & ActivitiesParticipating in Shooting Organizations
Local shooting clubs like CFRPC
State shooting associations like Florida Shooting Sports Association (FSSA) and United Sportsmen of Florida (USF)
The National Rifle Association of America (NRA)
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Lesson 7Review
Care & Cleaning
Safe Storage & Transportation
Rifle Sports & Activities