Description:

NOTE: This course is taught entirely in the classroom. This course, along with a Distinguished Graduate Certificate in the Practical Rifle or Rifle Skill Builder course, is a prerequisite to attend the 4-Day Precision Rifle course where students will practice the fundamental skills learned in the classroom.


This course teaches all of the fundamental skills required for selection and use of a Precision Rifle, including the associated optics.

This course uses lectures and PowerPoint visuals to teach the following subjects:

Precision Rifle Equipment
Selection of appropriate rifle and optics
Rifle and optic set-up
Correct methods for care and cleaning of the rifle and optics
Precision optics theory and adjustment
MilRad vs. MOA
Turret adjustments for windage and elevation
Ballistics and use of ballistic calculators
Caliber selection
Appropriate use of databooks
Reading wind and making appropriate adjustments
Shooting positions, with a focus on a correct prone position
Range finding using the scope reticle
Adjustments for significant elevation differences between rifle and target

NOTE: This course is taught entirely in the classroom. This course, along with a Distinguished Graduate Certificate in the Practical Rifle or Rifle Skill Builder course, is a prerequisite to attend the 4-Day Precision Rifle course where students will practice the fundamental skills learned in the classroom.

Must have:

ALL students must show photo ID at Sign-In, regardless of age!