Description

This course is geared towards anyone looking to learn how to use the AR15 platform safely, effectively, and reliably. It offers owners of AR-15 / AR-10 / M-4 /M-16 style rifles the necessary skill set or safe and proper application of this AR platform. Students will become familiarized with the AR-15 /AR-10 rifle and will learn the basic gun-handling skills that are necessary to safely operate and maintain this weapon system. Perfect for the new or soon-to-be AR-15 owner.

Objectives

• Nomenclature

• Mechanical Operation

• Disassembly & Reassembly

• Function Checking

• Fundamentals of Rifle Shooting

• Zeroing Sights

• Understanding Ballistic Trajectory

• Shooting positions

• Preventative Maintenance and Cleaning

Requirements

• 500 rounds of ammunition

• Rifle with iron sights or optic

• Weapon sling

• Some safe means to carry magazines, on your person, to recharge your firearm four times (e.g. 2-3 magazine carriers/pouches)

• Wraparound eye protection – as we are shooting steel, you will need high-quality, mission specific eye protection

• Hearing protection (electronic hearing protection is recommended, but not required)

• Cleaning and maintenance supplies for daily rifle maintenance (lubricant, optic batteries, etc)

• Personal small first aid kit (You will be reloading and shooting all day and your fingers will need care)

• Snacks, lunch, water