Practical Carbine 1

This class covers the basic operation of the AR15 platform, maintenance, safe handling, fundamental rifle marksmanship and introduces ready and carry positions. This lays the foundation for future training by emphasizing mastery of the basics.

Topics Covered:

  • Safe weapon handling skills

  • Operation of the AR15 Platform

  • Disassembly and maintenance

  • Load and make ready

  • Zero

  • Marksmanship fundamentals

  • Reloads

  • Ready positions

Required Equipment:

  • Rifle w/ iron sights or optic, and Sling

  • 3 magazines

  • 250rds of ammunition

  • Eye and ear protection

  • Brimmed Hat

  • Weather appropriate clothing (rain, sleet, or snow, we’re training)

  • Lunch, snacks, hydration. We will do a working lunch on the range

Suggested Equipment:

  • Shooting mat (we will be shooting from prone on gravel)

  • Knee pads

  • Belt with magazine pouches

  • Travel chair

*A range fee of $25, separate from the registration cost, is required in cash the morning of your class. All other fees and target costs are included with registration cost. Please reach out if you have any questions.

We reserve the right to cancel or move your registration if it is determined you do not meet the proper prerequisites for the class.