I've never fired a shotgun

donw@fyi.net · Jul 24, 2014

I see several classes for "Women on Target" Shotgun Classes.
I, unfortunately am a part of that oppressed minority - I am a male. Also, I did not have a father or uncle who was an avid hunter. Does anyone offer shotgun classes for men?

I have considered getting a shotgun for home defense. But I don't want a weapon in the house that I don't know how to handle.

johnlax38 · Jul 24, 2014

The PG shot gun range has a great beginners course for trap/clays. Its like 40/60 bucks and you can use their rifle. After the course go shoot some wobble trap and try different guns for a flat rental fee. This way you will know what you like to shoot.

Name Taken · Jul 24, 2014

I know nothing in the area of where you live to help you.

But I applaud the effort to get good safe training before putting a gun in your hands.

Hopefully one of the IP's here who does firearm training can help you.

MikeCee · Jul 25, 2014

johnlax38 said:
The PG shot gun range has a great beginners course for trap/clays. Its like 40/60 bucks and you can use their rifle. After the course go shoot some wobble trap and try different guns for a flat rental fee. This way you will know what you like to shoot.

I was going to make the same suggestion. It will give you an idea of the shotgun's other sporting uses as well as an introduction. http://www.pgparks.com/Things_To_Do/Sports/Trap_and_Skeet.htm

mcbruzdzinski · Jul 25, 2014

Depending on what you want to do, there are always folks at the AGC public trap (Sat/Sun noon-4PM and Wed 6PM-9PM) who are willing to show a person how to shoot trap. All you need to do is bring the shells or buy them there ($7.00 per box).

If you want a basic intro to shotgun, you can sign up for an NRA Basic Shotgun or FIRST STEPS Shotgun class. I had one in July.

donw@fyi.net · Jul 26, 2014

THANK YOU!

O.K. I've got two good options. I'll take a ride down to the Prince George Range Monday or Tuesday to see what they offer and the next NRA Basic Shotgun is August 8. I'm sure one of them will work for me.

johnlax38 · Jul 26, 2014

Check out their website for prices and schedule. Take ear protection if you are just visiting.

HT4 · Jul 31, 2014

johnlax38 said:
The PG shot gun range has a great beginners course for trap/clays. Its like 40/60 bucks and you can use their rifle. After the course go shoot some wobble trap and try different guns for a flat rental fee. This way you will know what you like to shoot.

OK, I'm done trolling the people who are actually providing useful information.

damifinowfish · Jul 31, 2014

mcbruzdzinski said:
Depending on what you want to do, there are always folks at the AGC public trap (Sat/Sun noon-4PM and Wed 6PM-9PM) who are willing to show a person how to shoot trap. All you need to do is bring the shells or buy them there ($7.00 per box).

If you want a basic intro to shotgun, you can sign up for an NRA Basic Shotgun or FIRST STEPS Shotgun class. I had one in July.

NINE DOLLARS for a box of ammo at the AGC now days.

After you take your basic shot gun class I would be happy to let you use my 870 at the AGC for trap.

AGC trap ammo requirements are 7.5,8, or 9 size shot and MV of less then 1200 f/s.

ProShooter · Jul 31, 2014

damifinowfish said:
After you take your basic shot gun class I would be happy to let you use my 870 at the AGC for trap.

I adore my 870 Tactical. I used it to take the NRA Shotgun Instructors class and some folks looked at me sideways for using it when it came time to bust some birds.

CSJ · Aug 1, 2014

MikeCee said:
I was going to make the same suggestion. It will give you an idea of the shotgun's other sporting uses as well as an introduction. http://www.pgparks.com/Things_To_Do/Sports/Trap_and_Skeet.htm

The intro class is $40. August schedule is every Saturday at 11am. Classes fill up early and pre-registration is highly recommended.

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