Precision Rifle
This course is designed to introduce the novice shooter to the science that has become precision rifle shooting using a scope. Duplex, Mildot, Milling, and MOAR scopes will be covered. It is strongly suggested that scopes have at least ½ MOA adjustment capability.
This two day long class will introduce the student to the following:
Basic Safety
Fundamentals of Marksmanship
Optic Nomenclature
Defining Minute of Angle and “Mil”
Adjustment of POI (Point of Impact)
Internal and external ballistics
Cold bore Shooting
Effects of weather/wind
Proper body positions
The class is divided into three parts.
Classroom work
Interactive computer program
Range work (max distance 200 yds.)
At this step each shooter will have his particular rifle chronographer and will be provided the next day with a personalized ballistics/trajectory chart
Students will also establish a 100 or 200 yard "Zero" that will be critical for Sundays evolution of fire.
Sunday will begin with a course of fire at 200 yards and then 600 yards for those members wishing to obtain their High Power Range clearance.
There will be an opportunity to fire at other distances after the qualification course and is dependent of the level of range usage by other members.
A basic understanding of rifle marksmanship is desired.
Calibers need to be .223 or in the 30 cal. family. No 50 caliber allowed.
Spotting scopes and shooting mats if you have them.
Personal rifles should be equipped with a Duplex, Mil-Dot/ Milling/ MOAR scope and be zeroed (if possible) to 100 yds. prior to class.
Students must provide at least 80 rounds of ammo. (match grade preferred) as well as note taking material and a calculator with SIN/COS capability.
Eye and ear protection mandatory.
Ball cap or floppy jungle hat
Bug repellent/Sunscreen
Comfortable clothes / BDUs
Sand sock, small sand bag
Bi pod or backpack/hunting bag
Rifle Sling
Data book if you own one
Bring snacks/lunch for Sunday as well as hydration liquids for both days.
Cost: $300
Non-refundable $100 deposit required
Contact:
Harvey Amos
321-403-3468
Lead Instructor:
Chris Avery
USMC Recruit Rifle Range Holder
USMC Scout Sniper 12 years experience
Deployments include both Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi
Freedom
Combat Decorations include Combat Infantry Badge
ISMC Combat Action Ribbon and the Bronze Star
10 years experience as professional long range precision rifle instructor.
Assistant Instructor:
Harvey Amos
Former member of 82nd Abn Division
Weapons and Communications Specialist
11th Special Forces (Reserve)
Former Iraqi Security Contractor
Tactical Medic and Bodyguard on VIP protection teams for The US Dept. of State
WPPS 1 & WPPS II DOS Certifications
Atlanta Firearms Precision Rifle Course
NRA Law Enforcement Instructor
Pistol, Carbine, Shotgun, Precision Rifle.
Cost is $300 per person.
Class begins at 9am in the Pole Barn
Contact
Harvey Amos, 321-403-3468
