Education
NRA Personal Protection Classes
AAF&G offers a personal protection and self defense course which utilizes a program written and produced by the NRA. This course is designed to introduce the novice to the handgun, emphasizing safe handling and proper storage of firearms. The program is conducted in a casual, friendly atmosphere, so that a student's initial apprehension towards firearms is converted to a basic understanding and a healthy respect.
The instructional staff includes a police officer, an attorney, and NRA Certified Firearms Instructors. Our staff encourages student discussion, and covers the topics step by step, in a complete and comprehensive manner. The class curriculum includes:
- Ways to avoid violent crime
- Legal aspects of gun ownership and the use of deadly force
- Safety awareness regarding firearms
- Introduction to handguns and ammunition
- Basic marksmanship fundamentals
- Supervised live fire session on the range
- Proper cleaning and safe storage of firearms
This course is conducted over three sessions, Tuesday & Thursday from 6:30 to 9:30 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 am until 2:30 pm. It is open to those age 18 and over (limited to a maximum of 20 students per class). Fees for the course are $60 per person, $100 per married couple, and $30 per person for members of AAF&G. This fee is all inclusive, covering the course book, meals, ammunition and the use of a firearm. A certificate of completion is awarded to the student upon successful completion of the course. Upcoming course dates are posted here on our Web page.
Hunter Safety
Open to Public; Club Sanctioned Event:
Two FALL classes scheduled annualy
Registration starts 30 days prior to each class.
In person registration required at Anglers Sport Center, Whitehall Rd. Annapolis (410-757-3442)
Course fee $5; payable at registration
2010 Classes:
Sep 14, 16, 18 2010
Sep 28, 30 Oct 2 2010
AAF&G offers state certified Maryland hunter safety programs. Classes are open to the public and there is no minimum age requirement. The course is approximately 14 hours, typically given over two week nights and a Saturday. Fee for the course is $5.
Course Curriculum
These three-day classes are open to the public and there is no minimum age requirement. However, parents are advised that students under 10 years of age may have difficulty understanding the ethical, legal, and safety concepts presented in the class. That difficulty, along with the length of the evening sessions, has historically resulted in a low passing rate for those under 10 and a very low passing rate for those under 8. The course is approximately 14 hours, given over two week nights and a Saturday. Attendance at all sessions is one of the requirements for passing the class. AAF&G classes are registered with the MD Department of Natural Resources. Students who successfully complete the course receive a hunter education – firearms safety card that is recognized in all 50 states and in Canada.
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Classes are offered at AAF&G in the fall each year. AAF&G classes are registered with the MD Department of Natural Resources. Registration for AAF&G classes is required in person at Anglers Sports Center 1456 Whitehall Rd Annapolis (410-757-3442). The $5 course fee is due at the time of registration.
For further information on the Maryland Hunter Safety Program, contact the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Outdoor Education Office at 410-260-3282 or visit their hunter safety web site for a list of all hunter safety classes in the state.
MD State Shooter Qualifications
Requirements
- Shotgun: 3 out of 5 shots in a 9-inch circle at 40 yards
- Muzzleloader: 2 out of 3 shots in a 9-inch circle at 40 yards
- Bow: 3 out of 5 in vitals of a 3D deer and unmarked distances under 30 yards.
- Bow qualifications will be conducted on noted firearms qualification days but on the AAF&G Archery Range
- For a complete listing of shooter quals go to: http://www.dnr.state.md.us/wildlife/shootqual.html
- 2010 Dates:
- Sep 17, 2010 from 1000 to 1500
- Oct 1, 2010 from 1000 to 1500
NRA Jr. Rifle Program
AAF&G offers youngsters (ages 11-18) the opportunity to learn about the shooting sports under the supervision of certified instructors through an NRA sponsored Junior Rifle Program. This program is open to the general public. The program teaches marksman skills while stressing safe firearms handling. No prior experience is required to participate in this program. Firearms, ammunition, ear protection, and eye protection are provided. The group meets every Sunday at 1:30 P.M. from March through December (weather permitting) on the small bore rifle range at AAF&G.
Prior to participating in the program, parents must register their children and students must attend an orietation class. The cost to join the Junior Rifle Program is a one-time fee of $5.00 and all equipment is provided. Weekly shooting cost is $5.00. See "Events: Junior Rifle " for a schedule of Orientation classes.
Junior Rifle Program Objectives include the following:
- Teaching personal responsibility with firearms
- Stressing firearms safety and proper handling
- Providing the opportunity to participate in informal target shooting
- Introducing youngsters to competitive shooting
- Certifying successful shooters for Scouting Rifle Merit Badges
- Sponsoring shooters for state competitions
- Laying the groundwork for College competitive shooting
- Providing background for hunter safety training
Contact Andrea Miller for information on the Junior Rifle Program or Orientation Classes at andrea@chesmill.com
