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Firearms Training Offered
Scheduled CoursesTexas Concealed Handgun License CourseInvitation to Elected Officials, Law Enforcement, and SpousesIt is my policy to allow any elected official or law enforcement officer to monitor any of my CHL or Hunter Education classes. If you are the spouse or parent of a student and curious about what is taught but aren't sure you want a license, you may audit that class free of charge. If you decide to become licensed you may do so by passing the examinations and paying the regular class fee. Kerrville Independent School DistrictKISD Community Education will schedule Concealed Handgun new license courses with me instructing. The 2008 fall class dates are Saturday, September 20 and Saturday, October 25, from 8:00 AM to approximately 6:15 PM. Go to the new Club Ed website to see what else they offer. Individual CHL ClassesI will schedule either new license or renewal courses for individuals. Contact me to set a date. Hunter EducationI usually teach Texas Hunter Education with a group of instructors. We schedule weekday evening classes August through December, and weekend classes in August and September. We may also have a Saturday home learning class in December. Contact me, or check the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department website for Hunter Education scheduling and other information. Our fall 2008 evening classes will be at the Hill Country Shooting Sports Center on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM. You must attend all classes to meet the Parks and Wildlife Department's requirements The dates are:
To find the HCSSC take Loop 534 in Kerrville to Farm Road 1341. Follow 1341 east to the microwave tower. Our fall 2008 weekend classes wil be at Zion Lutheran Church, 624 Barnett, Kerrville. You must attend Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM each day. The dates are:
Parents of students under the age of 17 should check with the instructor before the first class, as you must sign the registration form. Students will need their social security number. The fee is only $15, cash or a check made out to Texas Parks and Wildlife. Women on TargetClub Ed has scheduled a Women on Target course which will be held at the Buck & Bull Club October 4, 2008. This is a course for new women shooters, or those looking for a review. Students will spend a half-day shooting handguns at seven yard targets and the other half-day shooting clay pigeons with shotguns. The emphasis is on safety, target shooting fundamentals, and fun. It's a great mother-daughter activity. I get to teach the handgun portion, and we have some great instructors running the shotgun portion. Deb Wardlaw is in charge, meet her at http://www.debwardlaw.com/. Individual and Group TrainingIndividual and group training is available by arrangement. Public SpeakingI am available for public speaking engagements on firearms and gun control related subjects. DisciplinesTexas Concealed Handgun License CourseThe state mandated training for a Texas concealed handgun license. Ten to fifteen hours of instruction including the practical shooting test and the written final examination. The renewal course is four hours, and also includes the two tests. See the Texas Concealed Handgun Instructor Association website or my CHL Help File for more CHL information. Texas Parks and Wildlife Hunter Education CourseThe state required training course for young hunters. Fulfills out-of-state hunter training requirements. At least ten hours of instruction including the written final examination and certification. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department website has more Hunter Education information. National Rifle Association First Steps TrainingCourses include First Steps Rifle and First Steps Pistol. These three hour courses are taught on an individual basis, and provide training on how to safely handle and competently fire a particular firearm. National Rifle Association Basic Firearms TrainingCourses include Basic Rifle, Basic Pistol, and Personal Protection. Approximately sixteen hours per course, including firing range time. These basic courses are suitable for students with little or no firearms experience, or who want a review of the fundamentals. National Rifle Association Home Firearm SafetyThis four hour classroom course covers basic firearm safety and safe gun handling. For more information call Larry Arnold, (830) 459-5419 or email larnold(at)ktc.com. |
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