Basic Rifle — One Day ECCL — May 23, 2026 — Milan, OH — Private Event

Basic Rifle Overview

This is a PRIVATE event.  Attendees are by invitation only.

Prerequisites: None

Estimated Ammunition Required: About 200 rounds.

Rifle Requirements: This will be .22lr rimfire only event.  We will be providing rifles for all participants.  These will be scoped magazine-fed semi-automatic ,22lr rifles.   You are welcome to bring your own if you wish and we can accommodate many types of rifles (tube-fed pump or semi-automatic, lever-action, bolt-action, etc.). Just be sure that the rifle you bring is in good working condition and is chambered for .22lr. Bring at least two magazines for your rifle. And, if you plan to bring your own rifle, please note that in the comment field when you register.

We are asking that you bring your own ammunition. You can expect to need around 200-250 rounds of .22 lr ammo for the day.

Required Equipment: Please review our suggestions for appropriate Basic Rifle equipment and plan to bring the following:

• sling for your rifle (a US GI sling is strongly preferred as our instruction will be specific to this sling; loaner slings are typically available at the event)
• at least two magazines for your rifle
• a way to take notes
• hearing protection
• eye protection
• plenty of your preferred method of hydration (both plain water and something to replace electrolytes you will lose via sweating is ideal)
• clothing appropriate for the weather (avoid loose fitting clothing, especially around the neck as hot brass can lodge against the skin and cause a burn. We also recommend long sleeves for the same reason.)

It is helpful that all ammunition be of the same type (i.e. same weight, manufacturer, etc) for this event. Shooting will primarily be at 25 yards.

Optional Equipment: The following equipment is not required but may come in handy at the event:

• case for your rifle
• shooting mat, carpet remnant or similar
• hat with a brim (to deflect flying hot brass)
• stapler (and extra staples) to attach your target to the backer board
• folding chair
• lunch
• snacks
• sunscreen and/or bug spray

Overview: This is our signature offering, based on traditional American rifle craft that teaches “Hits Count!” It is appropriate for a wide breadth of student skill levels. This course lays a sound foundation for students to shoot groups under time pressure from a variety of practical field positions. Basic Rifle includes classroom and range time learning rifle marksmanship skills. Students learn:

• Rules for safe gun handling & range rules
• Rifle parts and operation & ammunition
• Shooting fundamentals: Five steps to firing each shot
• Natural Point of Aim
• Shooting from the prone, standing and sitting/kneeling positions to include use of the sling
• Introduction to Sight Adjustments and basic calculation of minutes of angle
• 25 Yard “Morgan’s 13” Classifier
• 25 Yard Rifle Qualifier

The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere

During our breaks you will hear the true story of Paul Revere’s famous ride and learn about the events that immediately precipitated the Revolutionary War. Paul Revere did not ride alone – many individuals played crucial roles in the events of April 19th, 1775.

This history presentation begins with alarm riders warning “the Regulars are out!” You’ll hear about the dramatic stand on Lexington Green and the “shots heard ’round the world” at Concord’s North Bridge. The tale concludes with harrowing life-or-death choices made along the 17 mile British retreat on “battle road.”

This exciting tale will be woven throughout the day’s marksmanship events.

Additional Event Information

Remember to bring a lunch as there will not be time to go out for anything.

Additional Range Information

Event is being held at Erie County Conservation League, 815 Milan Road E. Milan, Oh 44846.

NOTE: there will be a $10.00 range fee for the event.  Please bring cash with you, we will collect this at registration on the 23rd.