This course includes classroom and range time learning to how to teach the sport of shooting Muzzle Loading rifles, shotguns and pistols. Instructor Candidates learn how to teach the NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; firearms parts and operation; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting various styles; cleaning, and continued opportunities for skill development. Instructor Candidates will receive the NRA Basic Muzzleloader Instructor Manual & CD, Basics of Muzzleloader Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, take a Basics of Muzzleloading Shooting Instructor Examination, and course completion card.

In order to take this course you must pass the pre-qualification test which includes firearms safety, shooting evaluation etc. You also must have had Basic Instructor Training within the last 2 years if the BIT is not included in this course.

Please note that this course includes both the Student level and instructor level portions. During the student level, you will be instructed on fundamental procedures that may allow you to successfully pass the instructor pre-qualification.

Please arrive at least 20 minutes early to sign in and receive course materials.

Bring a 3-ring binder, pen, pencil (for the test), highlighter, and note paper.

No dinner will be provided Friday evening.

Breakfast and Lunch will be provided Saturday and Sunday. Dinner will be provided Saturday evening.

If you have any dietary concerns, please email the instructor noted below so we can do our best to accommodate you.

You are welcome to bring your own snack and beverages.

The session will start Friday evening at 6:00PM and conclude Sunday.

Sleeping arrangements will be made for all participants.

Please remember NRA Instructor Courses are performance based courses, Instructor Candidates must possess the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for this level of training. You do not pay and automatically pass Instructor training. You pay to have the opportunity to pass.

To be eligible for the 50% off JAMBO COMBO STARS Training Discount, Scouts are Trustworthy and must do ALL of the following:

• Sign up for the 2024 STARS Training class(es) that you want to take.
• Commit to and actually help run the JAMBO STARS program on the ranges for a minimum of 2 full days.
• Sign up for the Colorado Jamboree at McNeil Scout Ranch as Staff on September 27-29, 2024.
• May Sign up for multiple discounted 2024 STARS classes, even those after the Colorado Jamboree.
• If you do not help on the Colorado Jamboree ranges for any reason, you agree to pay back all of the training discounts.