FYI, I just noticed that the other thread was in the "members only" section. I started this one to clean it up with all the info in one place where it could reach a larger audience.
The 2013 NFOA Annual Meeting is coming up quickly! This year is going to be bigger and better than ever!! We have a keynote speaker that you do not want to miss, and several free workshops that will be going on during the day - including a live fire sessions for adults and kids!!
What: NFOA 2013 Annual Meeting
Where: Heartland Public Shooting Park,
(6788 W Husker Highway, Grand Island, NE 68801)
When: Saturday August 24th, 2013 8:30am-4:00pm
(BBQ lunch catered by Dickey’s)
You need to pre-purchase your lunch tickets online (https://secure.piryx.com/donate/TlWMl9HL/NFOA/2013meeting) so we can order the correct amount of food; lunch tickets will not be available for purchase at the meeting Saturday morning. Please help us get a better headcount on by committing to the meeting as soon as you can and getting your lunch tickets online.
Click here to purchase lunch tickets!!
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Remember, all workshops are provided at no cost to you as the instructors/presenters are donating their time. We're looking forward to seeing you in Grand Island in a few weeks!!
The NFOA Annual Member Meeting will be hosted by Heartland Public Shooting Park in Grand Island, NE on Saturday August 24th, 2013. The general schedule for the day is:
8:30-9:00 Registration and Check-In
9:00-9:30 Welcome and Safety Briefing
9:30-12:30 Workshops ( see descriptions below )
12:30-1:00 Lunch
1:00-1:30 Keynote Speaker: Senator Charlie Janssen who sponsored LB451
1:30-3:00 General NFOA Meeting Business
3:00-4:00 Open Shooting
4:00 Wrap Up
Lunch will be catered by Dickey's BBQ and includes 1/4 pound BBQ sandwich, chips, side, cookie, and a drink. Lunch tickets are $10 and must be purchased in advance. Think you'll be really hungry after all the workshops? Then buy two lunches; that's what I did. Lunch will be at the shelter near the pistol bays and if you have special dietary needs or restrictions, please feel free to bring your own lunch, as we'll be eating together and continuing the meeting with speakers and NFOA business during lunchtime.
Don't miss this great opportunity!!
Take a look at the great workshops that the NFOA is sponsoring at this year's annual meeting below.
All at no charge to you!!
Youth Firearm Safety and Oreo Busting Sniper Shoot
by Jeremy Cady
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Firearm safety and what to do when encountering a firearm should be taught to all young men and young ladies. This youth workshop will review firearm safety rules, teach some basic marksmanship skills, and then provide attendees an opportunity to put their firearm safety and marksmanship to work in a sniper challenge - with prizes!
Required equipment: Eye protection, ear protection, teachable attitude, and a parent/guardian for youths under the age of 16. You are welcome to bring your cased .22LR rifles to shoot during the sniper challenge, but scoped .22LR rifles will be available for the shooting portion if you don't bring one for your youth. Please bring .22LR ammo to use if you have it, if you do not have and can't find any .22LR ammo, donated ammo will be available for use.
If you have some spare .22LR ammo, please contact j.cady.nfoa@gmail.com. Unused donated ammo will be donated to the local Boy Scouts of America council for their youth shooting program.
Carbine/Rifle Skillbuilder
by John Wallace of Midwest Tactical Solutions
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This one hour workshop will be a mini-skillbuilder to improve your knowledge and skills with an AR-15, AK-47, or similar carbine/rifle. We will run some drills that focus on certain skills and tasks. We will discuss some techniques, do a few warm-ups, and then have a competitive test with a prize at the end. This will be a great chance to improve your skills and learn a few things.
Required equipment: Participation in the shooting portion of the workshop requires you to bring a cased carbine/rifle with zeroed sights, a sling, at least one magazine, and 100 rounds of ammo. If you don't have an appropriate rifle, you can still attend the workshop for the instruction. Eye protection, ear protection, safe behavior, and a good attitude are required for everyone.
For questions or comments, please contact www.mwts-training.com (http://www.mwts-training.com)
The Better You Prepare, The Luckier You Are
by Toby Asplin of Handyman Joes,
Nebraska’s Authorized Tactical Walls Dealer
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Do you have a bug out bag in your closet? How about a get home bag in your vehicle? Then feel free to bring it with you to this 50 minute breakout session/roundtable where we will discuss bags, gear, tools, brands, tricks, and ideas that will help keep you alive. Even if you don’t have a bag or bring it with you, drop on by if you’re interested in participating in the discussion.
Silencers Are Legal
by Brian Koenig, Dick Clark, and Rod Moeller of Moeller Arms
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Technically, they're called suppressors and you'll learn the lingo and terminology In this 50 minute breakout session. The legalities and purchase process on an ATF Form 4 will be explained for suppressors, short barreled rifles (SBRs), and machine guns. Also, the advantages and disadvantages of using a trust, an LLC, or an individual ownership will be explored. And finally, the process of using an ATF Form 1 to legally manufacture your own suppressors and SBRs will be shared.
Legal Aspects of Using Lethal Force
by Chris Zeeb of Nebraska Concealed Carry
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This 50 minute workshop is an abridged version of the annual class taught by Chris Zeeb reviewing Nebraska's self defense laws, actual Nebraska self defense cases, interacting with law enforcement, and dealing with the Legal ramifications of a self defense shooting.
Savage Arms Range Day
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Savage Arms is coming to Heartland Public Shooting Park August 24th. Savage will be at the range during the morning workshop sessions and NFOA Members will be able to shoot Savage rifles free of charge including ammo! Come and see why Savage Arms is the definition of accuracy. Test out some of their newest models, including the Model 11 Lady Hunter and the Model 25 Lightweight Varminter in 17 Hornet. Children are welcome to shoot the Model 11 Youth Trophy Hunter and the Rascal.
Defensive Shooting: Tactics, Skills, and Principles
by Thomas Howard of Precision Response Training
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This one-hour workshop will be a discussion and practice course to improve your knowledge and technique with respect to common defensive skills with the pistol. We’ll have some discussion about the role of the pistol in self-defense, its strengths, and its limitations—and work some drills to rate and improve your skills, including some CCW-specific techniques. Part of this workshop will be spent discussing the difference between tactics, techniques, and principles.
Required equipment: Participation in the shooting portion of the workshop will require a firearm and holster combination with at least one magazine (two would be even better, particularly if you have a low-capacity firearm) and approximately 100 rounds of ammunition. (How much we’ll use will be based on how many people are attending.) People are welcome to attend the workshop in non-shooting mode to be a part of the discussion regarding tactics, principles, and self-defense. Eye protection, ear protection, and safe behavior are required for all. People who CCW are particularly invited to use their normal, everyday CCW rig.
LASR 3-Gun Challenge
by Jason Williams of Centrolutions
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This dry fire competition is open to all attendees. Each competitor will be given a course of fire that must be completed using a combination of pistols, carbines, and shotguns. Dry fire laser training devices will be used along with the Laser Activated Shot Reporter (LASR) system, so times and shot placement can be recorded. This will be a great chance to compete against your friends and practice your marksmanship fundamentals at absolutely no cost.
First, second, and third place prizes will be awarded at the end of the day. All required equipment and supplies are provided; just bring your trigger finger!
Check in on the FB event page!!
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Camping Info:
RV spots are $25 per night with water and 50 amp service. Tent camping is $5 per tent.
Call the office Wednesday - Friday 6PM-9PM to make reservations. HPSP office: 308-385-5048.
Remember:
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New events added to the schedule:
Legal Aspects of Using Lethal Force
by Chris Zeeb of Nebraska Concealed Carry
(http://www.neccwtraining.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/.pond/neccwtraininglogofinal2013.jpg.w560h420.jpg)
This 50 minute workshop is an abridged version of the annual class taught by Chris Zeeb reviewing Nebraska's self defense laws, actual Nebraska self defense cases, interacting with law enforcement, and dealing with the Legal ramifications of a self defense shooting.
Savage Arms Range Day
(http://www.freedomfirearmsco.com/images/img_gun-brands/savage-arms.jpg)
Savage Arms is coming to Heartland Public Shooting Park August 24th. Savage will be at the range during the morning workshop sessions and NFOA Members will be able to shoot Savage rifles free of charge including ammo! Come and see why Savage Arms is the definition of accuracy. Test out some of their newest models, including the Model 11 Lady Hunter and the Model 25 Lightweight Varminter in 17 Hornet. Children are welcome to shoot the Model 11 Youth Trophy Hunter and the Rascal.
New session added:
Defensive Shooting: Tactics, Skills, and Principles
by Thomas Howard of Precision Response Training
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This one-hour workshop will be a discussion and practice course to improve your knowledge and technique with respect to common defensive skills with the pistol. We’ll have some discussion about the role of the pistol in self-defense, its strengths, and its limitations—and work some drills to rate and improve your skills, including some CCW-specific techniques. Part of this workshop will be spent discussing the difference between tactics, techniques, and principles.
Required equipment: Participation in the shooting portion of the workshop will require a firearm and holster combination with at least one magazine (two would be even better, particularly if you have a low-capacity firearm) and approximately 100 rounds of ammunition. (How much we’ll use will be based on how many people are attending.) People are welcome to attend the workshop in non-shooting mode to be a part of the discussion regarding tactics, principles, and self-defense. Eye protection, ear protection, and safe behavior are required for all. People who CCW are particularly invited to use their normal, everyday CCW rig.
Another new event added:
LASR 3-Gun Challenge
by Jason Williams of Centrolutions
(https://sites.google.com/a/mwts-training.com/mwts-training-com/_/rsrc/1361227225518/config/LASR_LogoLarge.png)
This dry fire competition is open to all attendees. Each competitor will be given a course of fire that must be completed using a combination of pistols, carbines, and shotguns. Dry fire laser training devices will be used along with the Laser Activated Shot Reporter (LASR) system, so times and shot placement can be recorded. This will be a great chance to compete against your friends and practice your marksmanship fundamentals at absolutely no cost.
First, second, and third place prizes will be awarded at the end of the day. All required equipment and supplies are provided; just bring your trigger finger!