Schedule
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Defensive Shotgun Course
8-10 Hours, 120 Rounds as specified
This course addresses the safe and effective employment of the defensive shotgun.
Topics include: defensive mindset, safety, handling, gauges, action types, sighting systems, loading, unloading, reloading,
select loading, patterning, slug zero, carry methods, ready positions, cover and concealment,and tactics. Shooting is
conducted from 1 to 100 yards and scenarios utilizing outdoor simulators are extensively used.
A 12 or 20 gauge short barreled, repeater with rifle or ghost ring sights is ideal, but any shotgun capable of
multiple shots will suffice. A butt cuff or side-saddle ammunition carrier is suggested as spare ammunition on
the gun is very helpful. A sling is also strongly recommended.
Required ammunition
- 90 rounds of shot load. Some form of buckshot recommended, #00 is most commonly used. We will allow show loads from #0 through #4, birdshot is not allowed.
- 30 rounds of slugs
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Shotgun Course Equipment Recommendations
- Suitable shotgun
- Ammunition as required
- Pouch, bag, shell belt, or carry system for shotshells
- Light pack or range bag
- Cleaning kit
- Ear protection - electronic muffs strongly recommended.
- Eye protection (both tinted andclear lenses are useful)
- Clothing suitable for weather
- Rugged shoes or boots
- Cap with a brim
- Lunch / drinks
- Notebook / data book for shot recording
- Optional comfort items (rain gear, camera,sunscreen, knee/elbow pads, etc.)