1. NO AMMUNITION in the classroom NONE !
Firearms UNLOADED
Action OPEN
On the table in front of you

2. Basic Rifle Shooting Course
Welcome
&
Registration

3. Staff Schedule Facilities Basic handbooks
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

4. Lesson 1
Rifle Use
Rifle Nomenclature
Safe Rifle Handling

5. Lesson 1 What are rifles used for?

6. Lesson 1 What are rifles used for?
Recreation – Target Shooting, plinking
Competition – local to Olympics
Hunting
Self defense
Police
Military

7. Lesson 1 What are rifles used for?
Quotation from Thomas Jefferson on walking with a rifle

8. Lesson 1 Rifle Parts…Major Components
Stock
Barrel
Action

9. Lesson 1 Rifle Parts… Stock
Butt
Comb
Grip (wrist)
Fore-end (or Fore-arm)

10. Lesson 1 Rifle Parts…Barrel
Breech
Chamber
Bore
Rifling
Muzzle
Crown
Sights

11. Lesson 1 Rifle Parts… Action
Receiver
Bolt/breech block
Trigger
Trigger guard
Magazine
Safety

12. Lesson 1 Action Types
Bolt
Pump (slide)
Lever

13. Lesson 1 Action Types
Semi-automatic
Hinge (break open)
Falling block

14. Lesson 1 Sighting Systems
Open (iron) sights
Aperture (peep) sights
Optical sights (scopes)

15. NRA Gun Safety Rules Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction
Always keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
Always keep the gun unloaded until you’re ready to use it.

16. Fundamentals of Rifle Shooting
Lesson 2
Ammunition
Fundamentals of Rifle Shooting

17. Ammunition Cartridge Components

18. Ammunition Cartridge Function – Firing Sequence
Primer struck by firing pin
Primer ignites powder
Powder burns producing gases
Gases expand building pressure
Pressure forces out projectile

19. Ammunition Types and Uses
Line up picture

20. Ammunition Make sure you have the correct ammunition!
Barrel or chamber
Box
Cartridge head stamp

21. Ammunition Advantages of Handloading Cartridges
Pic of reloader? Supplies, etc.
List of advantages

22. Shooting Fundamentals Physical Characteristics
Dominant eye?
Shooting hand?

23. Shooting Fundamentals The Five Fundamentals of Rifle Shooting
1. Position
2. Breath Control
3. Aiming
4. Trigger Squeeze
5. Follow Through

24. Shooting Fundamentals Shooting Positions
Benchrest
Standing
Prone
Kneeling
Sitting

25. Shooting Fundamentals 1. Position of the body
Comfortable & relaxed
Maximum bone to bone support
Alignment with the target

26. Shooting Fundamentals 1. 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

27. Shooting Fundamentals 2. 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.

28. Shooting Fundamentals 3. Aiming -- Sight Alignment
Eye relief
Cheek placement
Target, front sight and rear sight aligned

29. Shooting Fundamentals 3. Aiming -- Sight Alignment

30. Shooting Fundamentals 3. Aiming -- Sight Alignment
Focus is on the… front sight

31. Shooting Fundamentals 4. 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

32. Shooting Fundamentals The Five Fundamentals of Rifle Shooting
1. Position
2. Breath Control
3. Aiming
4. Trigger Squeeze
5. Follow Through

33. Lesson 2 Review - Ammunition & Fundamentals
Components
Types
Uses
Fundamentals
Position
Breath Control
Aiming
Trigger squeeze
Follow through

34. Lesson 3 Firing the First Shots
Safety rules
Range commands
Benchrest Position
Shoot the exercise

35. NRA Gun Safety Rules Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction
Always keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
Always keep the gun unloaded until you’re ready to use it.

36. 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!

37. Firing the First Shots Range Commands & Procedures
“Load” or “Load xx rounds”
“Commence Firing”
“Cease Firing”
Problem?
Malfunction?
Dropped ammo?

38. Firing the First Shots Study 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

39. Firing the First Shots Preparation 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

40. Firing the First Shots Firing Exercise
Shoot groups of at least 3 shots
Adjust sights to center shot group
Confirm with a shot or shot group

41. Lesson 3 Review – 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?

42. Lesson 7 Rifle Care and Cleaning Rifle Storage & Transportation
Rifle Sports and Activities

43. Rifle Care & Cleaning Purpose 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

44. Rifle Cleaning Safety Guidelines
Ammunition must not be present in the area
The gun must be unloaded
The action must be open

45. Rifle Cleaning Materials Needed
Soft cloth
Cleaning rod/cable
Rod/cable attachments
Cloth patches
Small brush
Bore cleaner
Gun oil

46. Rifle Cleaning Procedures

47. Rifle Cleaning Procedures
Wet down bore with a wet patch
…always work from breech to muzzle
…protect crown of the muzzle
Brush gun and wipe off powder residue
Brush bore 10 strokes with a wet brush
Wipe bore with dry patches until they come out clean
Wipe gun clean and lightly lubricate
Lightly oil bore (one patch, light oil)

48. Rifle Cleaning Procedures
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.)

49. 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

50. Transportation
Legal considerations:
Safety considerations:

51. Rifle Storage NRA 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

52. Rifle Storage NRA Rule: Store guns so they are not accessible to unauthorized persons
Lock Box
Safe

53. Rifle Sports & Activities Training Opportunities
Shooting camps
Special training publications and videotapes
NRA National Championship training clinics
NRA gunsmithing schools
Instructor and coach training

54. Rifle Sports & Activities Recreational 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

55. Rifle Sports & Activities Hunting
Florida Hunter Education Program & requirements
NRA Hunter Clinics
Hunting opportunities in Florida and Georgia

56. Rifle Sports & Activities Selecting 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)

57. Rifle Sports & Activities Participating 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)

58. Lesson 7 Review Care & Cleaning Safe Storage & Transportation
Rifle Sports & Activities