NRA/BSA Training Course – Basic + Instructor for Muzzleloader Rifle

Cherokee Scout Reservation (CSR)
3296 Boy Scout Camp Road, Yanceyville, NC 27379

NOTE: CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT BIT OR ATTEND BIT ON 11/23.

Part I: BASIC - 12/7/24

• Saturday 8:00 am to 6 pm
   

Part II: INSTRUCTOR - 12/7/24 - 12/8/24

• Saturday 7 - 9pm, then Sunday 8am - 4pm.

About the Weekend - Basic is on Saturday followed by Instructor.  Leave with your ML Rifle Instructor certification in one weekend.  You MUST HAVE CURRENT BIT or attend BIT on 11/23. 

FOR COURSE CANDIDATES

WHO MAY ATTEND:  A registered Adult BSA Leader who currently holds NRA Rifle Instructor certification OR is very experienced in rifle shooting - please reach out to the course director before registering. The Instructor certification allows you to facilitate unit Shooting Sports programs on an approved range for Muzzleloading rifle fun shoots at BSA camps.

NRA PRE-QUALIFICATIONS:

A) NRA Basic Instructor Trainer (BIT) - Mandatory within 24 months.

The Part II session WILL NOT include Basic Instructor Training (BIT). To opt-out, proof of your previous BIT is required before enrollment is confirmed.  Acceptable date for bit is after December 7, 2022. (24 mo)  Contact the Education Team for schedule modification instructions.

COURSE OFFERING:   ONE Day basic and ONE Day instructor
1.      Basics of Muzzleloader Rifle Shooting
Indoor Instruction, Safety Exercises and Range Qualification
Short Description: This 9 hour course teaches the basic knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for the safe use of a muzzleloader rifle in BSA programs. The sessions include classroom instruction and time on a range shooting a muzzleloading rifle. Students learn the NRA’s three rules for safe gun handling; parts; loading; shooting; cleaning; shooting from a standing position and shooting from a crossed stick position; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the Muzzleloading Rifle Handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure and completion certificate.

2.      Instructor Workshop for Teaching Muzzleloader Rifle Shooting
Note: This workshop will NOT include BIT as this was delivered in Spring for our Council.
For The Candidate, the time is a blend of instructional lecture, instructor role preparation and practical presentation coupled with range skill demonstrations. There will be multiple opportunities for the instructor candidates to practice these newly gained skills and role play as students for course mates then contribute to performance feedback sessions. 

Budget Planning:

COST: $120 /   Combination Fee includes all days of instruction. (Basic + Instructor)

Current Scouter registration required - YPT must be up to date.

Prices do not include fees associated with each discipline to be an Instructor or NRA membership.

The credential fee, paid to the NRA, to be registered as an instructor is your financial responsibility. You must pay the fee in order to teach as an NRA Instructor.  You will be directed to pay online directly to the NRA Instructor Portal, upon completion of the course.

Registration Close Date: per session part date <30 days. See Event Details
Seat Allocation: 12

CLASSROOM REPORT SCHEDULE:

December 7 –  Check-In by 7:45am, location TBD, check your pre-course email.  Plan to be in session to 8 or 9:00pm (camp meals provided)

December 8 - Start time is 8am, planning to be in session until 4pm.  Course may let out a little, but all outcomes must be met.

Meals are lunch and supper on Saturday, breakfast and lunch on Sunday.

FOR EVERYONE

Please complete and bring signed paper copies of these forms:

BSA Health and Medical record (parts A and B) 

COVID-19 pre-event screening tool - dtd FEB2022

Shooting Sports: Informed Consent. 

Do not bring a personal firearm to the course.  The curriculum utilizes camp equipment and consumable supplies.

ACCOMMODATIONS:

Candidates should plan gear appropriate for the weather outdoor on the range and indoor for classroom session. 

Travel expense to camp is the responsibility of the candidate.

 * Be Prepared*

Prepare for indoor and outdoor activities. No formal BSA uniform required.  While camp range protective equipment is available, candidates may wish to bring personal eye and ear protection gear to maximize verbal communication and comfort on the ranges.

Candidates will be walking from the parking lot to range, so do not pack excess items.

We will have a campsite with adirondacks.  If staying overnight, bring your camping gear to stay in the camp adirondacks or tent/hammock if you prefer.

For questions regarding the course content, please contact:

Chris Murphy; NRA Training Counselor 
Murphy Training <murphy.firearms@gmail.com>

(336) 508-2708

NRA Education & Training courses hosted by the ONSC Shooting Sports Committee