Shotgun Dynamics

This is a one-day course dealing with the history, mechanics, accessories and PRACTICAL use of the
slide action (pump) and semi-automatic shotgun in hunting, trap, and defense. Attendees are encouraged to
bring their own though there are a limited number of rentals available.

Course

• Location: Ridge and Valley Rod & Gun Club, 7600 Blue Church Rd. South, Coopersburg, PA. 18036
• Time: 8:00AM – Approx 4:00PM
• Snacks and beverages provided. Please make arrangements for lunch.
• Cost: $175.00. R&V Club members, previous SMD students, groups of two or more: $160.00.
  Every student who completes the course will get a $10 coupon towards the Ridge & Valley Tactical
  Trap Match on Sunday April 7.
  Cash, check, credit cards or VENMO accepted. Call to pre-register. A $50.00 deposit is required.

Classroom & Range

• History of the shotgun
• Mechanical operation and function.
• Gauge designation.
• Shotgun as a defensive firearm / advantages and limitations.
• Administrative and tactical reloading.
• Shooting techniques and positions.
• Situational and barricade considerations.
• Close quarters and room clearing considerations. *
• Introduction to Trap Shooting.

Students To Bring:

• shotgun (rentals available at an additional cost).
• Preferred sling. *
• One hundred (100) rounds of #7 ½ or #8 birdshot.
• Twenty five (25) rounds of OO or #4 buckshot .
• Ten (10) rounds of rifled or sabot slugs. *

**Note: Please be sure your shotgun can safely shoot slugs. Contact us if unsure.

• Please bring your own eye and hearing protection.
• Appropriate foul weather clothing if necessary.
  (Note: “*” marks topics and equipment which are optional and NOT required for successful completion
  Of the course)