Defensive Carbine Course – Mini Camp
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War is not won with a handgun. Learn the art of fighting with a Carbine. Take the Defensive Carbine Course and learn how to really use your carbine.
1-day program ( 8+ hours)
Tuition: $125.00
Optional: Private Lodging 1 Night (add $65.00)
Total – $190.00
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Why Teach Defensive Carbine Courses?
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SHOTS Ranch has had a large number of requests for this Defensive Carbine Course since 9/11.
Defending yourself, family and country has come to the forefront of Americans minds.
In recent months the request for Defensive Carbine Courses has doubled. Many attending this Defensive Carbine Course are first time owners of carbines or any other weaponry.
There have also been numerous seasoned firearms owners; that previously had never considered owning a defensive carbine, in attendance. SHOTS Ranch will add this Defensive Carbine Course to its schedule as often as requested. Americans with “skill at arms” are needed now more that ever. This Seminar is a good place to start that educational process.
Defensive Carbine Course Abstract
This Defensive Carbine Course directed study topic is “The use of the semi-auto carbine as a fighting tool.” Attendants of the Seminar will be exposed to and take part in the defensive techniques and skill-sets with their carbines in live fire drills.
Defensive Carbine Course Prerequisites
None (Tactical Handgun suggested but not mandatory)
Defensive Carbine Course Overview
• Carbine maintenance and cleaning Defensive Carbine Course
• Marksmanship principles Defensive Carbine Course
• Sighting in and establishing a “zero” Defensive Carbine Course
• Malfunction clearing and speed reloading Defensive Carbine Course
• Rifle fire from conversational distances out to 300 yards. Defensive Carbine Course
• Shooting with uncommon repetition while from a variety of positions and cover Defensive Carbine Course
• Moving and working in together with a partner. Defensive Carbine Course
• Basic tactical scenarios Defensive Carbine Course
• Multiple target engagement drills Defensive Carbine Course
• Urban prone, and other firing positions Defensive Carbine Course
• Moving and shooting Defensive Carbine Course
• Angled shooting Defensive Carbine Course
• Target recognition & engagement Defensive Carbine Course
Defensive Carbine Course Equipment Requirements
• Functional rifle (if you have two alike, bring both) Defensive Carbine Course
Pistol caliber carbines are suitable for this Seminar. We recommend a 223 caliber rifle of the AR-15 configuration, though semi-auto rifles of other makes and configurations have done very well in our carbine training.
Bring whatever carbine you already own. Defensive Carbine Course
• Sling for rifle (tactical slings optional) Defensive Carbine Course
• Magazines for rifle (6) minimum. (20 or 30 rd. magazines if available)
• Iron Sights are perfect for this Seminar but if you choose to use optical sights on your training carbine (Red-Dot, EOTech, C-More etc.) consider back-up irons sights and a supply of batteries be added to your range bag.
• Cleaning kit Defensive Carbine Course
The following additional items are highly recommended for Defensive Carbine Course:
• Hat with brim (Ball Cap)
• Protective glasses (clear for any night work…..darker lens for bright sunlight)
• Quality hearing protection (Audio enhance, recommended but not mandatory).
• Clothing related to the activities anticipated. (rain gear in season)
• Gloves optional
• Knee & elbow pads (Encouraged but not mandatory)
• Hydration system or bottled water…..water will be provided on all ranges
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Band-Aids or small medical kit for scrapes or abrasions
• Energy foods
• Spare contacts (spare correctional glasses)
Ammunition: 300 rounds (More if you have it) of good quality ammunition that matches you guns caliber
Tuition: $125.00
Optional: Private Lodging 1 Night (add $65.00) - Total – $190.00
