This is just a re-posting of the Blogger's Firearm Instruction page. If you've never seen it before it's simply a list of bloggers & blog readers by area who are willing to instruct a person who has never fired a firearm before but would like to try it.
If you'd like to volunteer all you have to do is send me an e-mail (at publicola_mu@yahoo DOT com) with your name, contact info & area you're willing to cover (plus any conditions or terms - but we're not charging fees for this). Don't be bashful; if you feel you can instruct a new shooter in at least the basics of safe firearms handling & have some fun at the range with them then volunteer. The more the merrier & the more in a given area the better.
There's no better way to ensure a pro-gun vote than by getting people hooked on shooting. Ya can't get hooked unless you try it & not a lot of people can just "try" shooting without a considerable investment. So if you have a firearm to share at the range, plus a desire to see the shooting sports continue safely then volunteer to teach a newbie how to shoot. If you don't do it here then please do it on your own amongst your acquaintences.
Updated 01-10-08 14:01 MST
Blogger Firearms Instruction
Basic rules for safe firearms handling & use
Jeff Cooper's Four Rules Of Gun Safety
Publicola joins Kim du Toit & The Smallest Minority in offering free instruction to new shooters
Please substitute . for DOT in the contact infromation.
List of persons willing to instruct by area:
Alabama
"I wanted to volunteer to instruct anyone in my area in basic firearm safety and usage. I live near Birmingham, Alabama"
TD of The Right Track E-mail at terry@righttrack DOT us
Arizona
"Here's a standing invitation to anyone living or traveling in or around the Phoenix, AZ area:
If you ever want to get together to shoot, play games, talk about guns, and enjoy fine whisky and good beer, drop me a line."
Chris Byrne of The Anarchangel e-mail at cbyrneiv@hotmail DOT com
Phoenix, Arizona
NRA Certified Instructor
Mike Abramovich E-mail at: Mike@Abramovich DOT com
"I would be more than happy to introduce anyone to firearms if they come to my area. I will cover the range fee supply the guns (rifles & handgun) & ammo. I introduced & taught firearm safety & handling to my all my kids & nephews & they all love it. Prescott is located in Northern Arizona not far from I-40 & I-17. I see you have Kevin down for the Tucson area (southern Arizona) I would be more than happy to cover the northern half. If you have any questions feel free to contact me"
Paul Wheeler E-mail at paulw@cableone DOT net
Kevin of The Smallest Minority. E-mail at gunrights@comcast DOT net
California
"I'm in San Diego, California. I'll cover range fees, ammo, targets, etc."
Dave Smith E-mail at davemsmith@gmail DOT com
"I'm near San Jose, CA. I would be happy to introduce new people to
handguns. I'll bring a couple of different guns, cover the range fees,
ammo, targets, and eye/ear protection. We'll go over the basics of safe
handling, grip, aim, and whatever questions you have, then we'll fire a
few rounds for fun."
E-mail at kbyrd AT memcpy DOT com
"I can provide instruction in Twentynine Palms, CA for anyone in the area.
The range I use in Twentynine Palms is set up for pistol, rifle (small bore and big bore) and shotgun use.
I will provide targets and can provide ammo and weapons (.22 caliber).
The range is free for guests of members
I am an NRA Basic Pistol (I charge for that class) and First Steps instructor and have been through the FBI Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor course.
My schedule is a little hectic now, but I will finish grad school in December of 2005 and will have more free time after that."
JT Hayes E-mail at DesertDog@outdrs DOT net
"If you live within driving distance of Redlands, CA, and you've never been shooting before, email me and your only cost will be a $15 range fee. I'll bring firearms, ammunition, and targets."
E-mail at workinwifdakids AT aol DOT com
Colorado
Publicola. E-mail at publicola_mu@yahoo DOT com
"The only caveat is that I'm only available in the Summer as there are only unimproved ranges around here and snow covers them until May. So lets call it May to September. I can provide glasses, ear plugs, a couple boxes of ammo and a variety of pistols."
Ryan "Brass" Bowers E-mail at brass160@yahoo DOT com
Connecticut
Jennifer Zordan E-mail at zordan@snet DOT net
Delaware
"I will provide eye protection, pistol & ammo, and cover range fees."
Gabe E-mail at webgabe@hotmail DOT com
Florida
Who: Greg Morin CCW
Contact: greg@gmorinllc DOT com
Area: South Florida. Broward, Palm Beach and Martin County's.
When? Anytime the ranges are open, I'm retired.
Firearms: Rifle's and handguns.
Idaho
"You can add Moscow, Idaho (weekends) and Richland, Washington (weekdays) for me. While in Idaho I can also provide reactive targets except during fireseason (May 15 -> October 15)."
Joe Huffman of The View From North Central Idaho Contact here
Indiana
"I am in the Indianapolis, IN area. I will be happy to help out any new shooter with firearms basics & safety and Range etiquette. I will provide eye & ear protection, pistol & ammo, and cover Range fees."
Jay E-mail at armed_and_christian@yahoo DOT com
"Indianapolis area, Greenwood. I'll provide rifle or pistol, range, instruction and ammo."
Michael Z. Williamson e-mail at daggers@iquest DOT net
Kansas
Iceberg. E-mail at mark@pipka DOT com
"I would like to have my name put up on the list of volunteer
instructors. I live in Wichita Kansas and can do rimfire rifle and
pistol and centerfire rifle and pistol. If needed I can help the
individual with applicable range fees for the first trip and ammo is
free for the first trip. Weather /time depending I use a public
outdoor range an hour away or a local indoor range.
The following links are friends to whom I've taught the basics.
Link 1
Link 2"
English Kanigit. E-mail at nate-dog@cox DOT net
Massachusetts
"Location: Northeast Massachusetts. Willing to cover
most of eastern MA, southern/central NH, and extreme
southern ME.
Offering: Wide variety of rimfire and centerfire
handguns, numerous rimfire rifles, some centerfire
rifles and shotguns (range permitting).
Caveat: I will cover range costs, targets, and .22LR
ammunition. All I ask is to split centerfire ammo
costs. And some planning - I have small children at
home and a wife who works alternating weekends..."
Jay G E-mail at guy743@yahoo DOT com
Michigan
Lapeer, Genesse & Macomb counties in Michigan
"I can supply the ammo... and I can supply hearing protection, shooting glasses, shoot-n-see "fun" targets, and several different quality pistols, with ammo, for the new shooter to try out. All I ask is that they pay their $7 range fee. they'd get the chance to shoot a browning hi power... a S&W revolver in .38 spec... and a ruger MKII .22 with a red dot... all fun... nothing wild.... I wont make them shoot my .454 casull!
The range (to be used) is:
Williams Gunsite Co
Burton Michigan
I am in the 'thumb' area of michigan"
(GenghisEd's wife is also available for women who would feel uncomfortable receiving instruction from a man.)
GenghisEd. E-mail at estrange@intouchmi DOT com
Minnesota
"I'm willing to go shoot with people in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area, and during the summer I might even go elsewhere in the state if there's a good range nearby and I can combine it with some sightseeing."
Josh (Fiancee Husband of The Patriette) E-mail at jsimer@csom DOT umn DOT edu (Note: Josh was called to active duty mid September of 20005 so obviously his availability may be limited)
"Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro, Westconsin (if you've heard the term, you
know what it means and whether you live there - if not, you're probably
too far away), and the I-35 corridor as far north as the Bullseye Range
in North Branch.
I'm happy to give introductions on .22 (pistol or rifle) for free.
Larger calibers will require some help with ammuntion costs. There are
indoor ranges which allow .22 rifle, so winter need not be an obstacle.
I'm also happy to have company on trips to Gun Shows in Minnesota."
DaveP of Dave's Picks E-mail at davep@davespicks DOT com
Missouri
"Add me for North West and Central Missouri. I have family in Columbia, and know several ranges there, both indoor and out. Happy to walk someone through pistol, rifle, and shotgun safety and operation. Email me and we'll make an appointment."
Leanman1 E-mail at yo_vuelo@hotmail DOT com
New Hampshire
"I will be glad to introduce anyone to firearms, handguns and/or rifles,
at no cost.
I an an NRA Instructor and Training Counselor.
In addition to an informal introduction and training we also offer
various NRA firearms
classes at a low cost. I and the other instructors are volunteers.
For details see: http://wilsonhillpistol.org/events.php
I provide handgun and .22 rifle training at the Wilson Hill Pistol Club
in Manchester, NH
I can provide an introduction to other rifle at any of a couple of
ranges in the Southern NH area."
Tony Lekas E-mail at tony-training@lekas DOT org
North Carolina
"Anyone in the eastern US (or anywhere else) who is interested in learning how to shoot accurately and safely is welcome to join us at the Revolutionary War Veterans Association range in Ramseur, NC.
If you know Fred of Fred's M14 Stocks, you'll know the spirit of the RWVA.
Please come and join us at our next event on 3/19."
Cabinboy E-mail at bloviate@hotmail DOT com
"Please add me to the list of willing volunteer 'teach a new guy or gal
how to shoot' list.
I am a range officer at the B&R Range and Gun Shop in Havelock, NC. I
will be glad to meet anyone there to teach them the basics of safe gun
handling, markmanship, and maintenance. We will also have a great time."
Bruce Arnold E-mail at brucearnold@cox DOT net
North Dakota
"Please add me to the list. I'm in Fargo, North Dakota and will soon be
bi-homed in the Reston, Virginia area. As of mid October '05 I'll be working in Reston, Virginia, and living
somewhere in that area. I plan to be in Fargo roughly 1 weekend per
month."
Scot Keszler E-mail at keszler@srkconsulting DOT com
Ohio
"The Steaming Dragon, here.
You can put me up as an instructor willing to take out first timers in the Canton/Alliance Ohio area...I am a NRA certified instructor in 'Basic Pistol"
Steaming Dragon E-mail at stevecegres-shooters@yahoo DOT com
"I'll cover Dayton/Cincinnati, Ohio"
Chublogga E-mail at chublogga@gmail DOT com
"Helping handicapped people (such as those with arthritis or joint problems) is a speciality. Not to mention the aged."
James R. Rummel of Hell In A Handbasket. E-mail at james_43202@yahoo DOT com
"I'll cover Dayton/Cincinnati, Ohio"
Chublogga E-mail at chublogga@gmail DOT com
"I'm in Piqua, north of Dayton OH. I can help with the basics of
handguns, will supply basically everything, including a small
assortment of semi-auto handguns."
Dave Johnson E-mail at sevesteen@gmail DOT com
Oklahoma
"I'll cover the Oklahoma City area--OKC, Norman, Edmond, Mustang/Yukon,
etc."
Dave Buckles E-mail at dbuckles@ou DOT edu
Pennsylvania
2bullets. E-mail at Jneally@stny DOT rr DOT com
"I'm happy to cover the Philadelphia, PA region for new shooter instruction."
Geek With A .45 E-mail at geekWithA45@yahoo DOT com
Texas
"My husband and I can cover Austin, TX and the surrounding area. My husband is ex-special forces with an extensive background in small arms training. I am happy to work with anyone who would prefer to receive instruction from a woman. We can offer instruction with semi-auto pistol, revolver, rifle, and shotgun. We will cover instruction, range fees, safety equipment, targets, and ammo. Evenings and weekends."
Stickwick Stapers E-mail at hautlipz@hotmail DOT com
Kim du Toit. E-mail at kim@kimdutoit DOT com
"I'm willing to help out anyone in Houston, TX. I'll cover targets,
ammo, safety gear, etc."
Bradley D. Kohr, II E-mail at aglifter@mac DOT com
"I would be more than glad to volunteer to teach. We are
doing that already to a small degree. We specialize in
teaching women & we do not charge anything but we would
appreciate replacing the ammo. Here is an article about us
in the April 6th edition of the local paper."
Tommy & June Sherman E-mail at tjsherman@hotmail DOT com
"Lubbock, Texas area
Rifle or Pistol education, instruction or any other reason to go to the
range with someone who wants to shoot.
NRA Certified instructor: Basic Pistol, Personal Protection, Range
Safety Officer. (Had Texas CHL instructor's certificate but I let it lapse. The whole
working-to-eat thing got in the way)"
G.W.Thomas, MD E-mail at grifthom@hotmail DOT com
"Tyler, Texas. That's in the East Texas area, Smith County, about 100 miles east of Dallas.
I'm on the Texas State Rifle Association National Match Team. Distinguished Riflemans badge, High Master NRA classification in High Power Rifle. Master in Long Range. I also shoot a lot of smallbore and pistol. All they need is an opposable thumb, one eye, and a hat on their head."
Robert Langham E-mail at blackfork6@aol DOT com
Wimberley, Texas (San Antonio & Austin areas)
"I'm willing to take a new shooter to the range.
I live in Wimberley, TX, and can conveniently get to ranges near San
Antonio and Austin. Anyone in the central Texas area who wants to try
shooting can contact me."
Roger Ritter E-mail at roger@rogerritter DOT com
Virginia
Fairfax (Washington, D.C. Area)
"I do my shooting at the NRA Range in Northern Virginia (DC area).
Conditions - I'll provide a hand gun, ammo, and range fees, they just
need to give me as much advanced notice as possible (scheduling is
always an issue) and be willing to sit down and take the NRA Range
test - part of the instruction includes my assistance in completing
the test (the NRA uses it as an educational tool)."
Countertop E-mail at countertop@gmail DOT com
"I just ran across your web page and am volunteering to help introduce
non-shooters in the Washington, DC metro area to shooting. I will
provide the firearms, ammunition, targets, safety equipment, and instruction,
with no expense to the shooter. My only requests are to limit new shooters
to one or two per session, and provide as much advance notice as possible. Our
range (St Charles Sportsmans Club in Charles county) is busy on weekends with scheduled matches."
Russ Hawver E-mail at hawverr@comcast DOT net
"I am willing to volunteer my time to instruct new shooters. I live in
Fairfax, VA and shoot at the NRA Range. I am willing to provide
instruction to new shooters in the northern Virginia area and will
travel to meet shooters in the Metro DC area within reason (special
arrangements must be made for shooting in Maryland). I normally shoot
Wednesday or Thursday nights but I am available on weekends with a
little advance notice. I can provide firearms (pistols and a variety
of rifles), eye/ear protection and ammunition. I will cover fees and
ammunition for your first time out and you will need to write the range
education test if we shoot at NRA. Subsequent shooting outings I ask
that range fees be split evenly (generally around $10). You are
welcome to bring your own ammunition for a particular firearm.
If you would like to shoot a particular type of rifle, please let me
know what you're interested in and experience level so I can tailor
what I bring accordingly. Starting in June 2006, I will be (hopefully) an
NRA Certified Rifle Instructor."
E-mail at mpickering AT mindspring.com
"Please add me to the list. I'm in Fargo, North Dakota and will soon be
bi-homed in the Reston, Virginia area. As of mid October '05 I'll be working in Reston, Virginia, and living
somewhere in that area. I plan to be in Fargo roughly 1 weekend per
month."
Scot Keszler E-mail at keszler@srkconsulting DOT com
"I can cover Virginia and Northern North Carolina (North of the Albemarle Sound) anywhere East of Interstate 95. I’d probably be willing to hit areas further away on request depending upon scheduling and finances."
Curtis Stone of Sailorcourt E-mail at stonecr@cox DOT net
Washington
"You can add Moscow, Idaho (weekends) and Richland, Washington (weekdays) for me. While in Idaho I can also provide reactive targets except during fireseason (May 15 -> October 15)."
Joe Huffman of The View From North Central Idaho Contact here - "Remove Richland, WA from my terrority. I'm in Idaho full time now." - Joe Huffman
"Put me down for the Olympia, Washington area for firearms instruction.
Only thing required is a positive attitude and an open mind. I'm also a
Certified Range Safety Officer."
Difranco E-mail at Minuteofangle DOT us
Posted by Publicola at March 1, 2005 03:12 AMHey Pub, I've got the standing invite up on my blog, and I'm in Kim and COnnies list for the Phoenix AZ area, might as well be on yours as well.
Posted by: Chris Byrne at March 1, 2005 06:38 AMYou can add Moscow, Idaho (weekends) and Richland, Washington (weekdays) for me. While in Idaho I can also provide reactive targets except during fireseason (May 15 -> October 15).
Posted by: Joe Huffman at March 1, 2005 08:25 AMI see One In a Row has the offer up at his blog, too. (Phoenix, AZ)
Posted by: jed at March 3, 2005 09:15 PMPublicola and all:
Anyone in the eastern US (or anywhere else) who is interested in learning how to shoot accurately and safely is welcome to join us at the Revolutionary War Veterans Association range in Ramseur, NC.
If you know Fred of Fred's M14 Stocks (www.fredsm14stocks.com), you'll know the spirit of the RWVA.
Please come and join us at our next event on 3/19.
Posted by: cabinboy at March 8, 2005 06:59 PMAdd me to the list please. I'm in the San Diego are a of southern California. I will cover range fees and ammo.
Posted by: Dave Smith at June 14, 2005 09:58 AMI'm happy to cover the Philadelphia, PA region for new shooter instruction.
Posted by: geekWithA.45 at June 23, 2005 01:20 PMMy husband and I can cover Austin, TX and the surrounding area. My husband is ex-special forces with an extensive background in small arms training. I am happy to work with anyone who would prefer to receive instruction from a woman. We can offer instruction with semi-auto pistol, revolver, rifle, and shotgun. We will cover instruction, range fees, safety equipment, targets, and ammo. Evenings and weekends.
Posted by: Stickwick Stapers at August 10, 2005 01:18 PMPlease add me to the list. I'm in Fargo, North Dakota and will soon be bi-homed in the Reston, Virginia area.
Posted by: Scott R. Keszler at September 15, 2005 09:09 PMRemove Richland, WA from my terrority. I'm in Idaho full time now.
Posted by: Joe Huffman at September 15, 2005 11:30 PMAdd me for North West and Central Missouri. I have family in Columbia, and know several ranges there, both indoor and out. Happy to walk someone through pistol, rifle, and shotgun safety and operation. Email me and we'll make an appointment.
Best Regards,
-m
Posted by: Leanman1 at September 17, 2005 08:35 PMI'll cover Dayton/Cincinnati, Ohio
Posted by: Chublogga at September 20, 2005 12:42 PM