DEFENSIVE SHOTGUN - Wappingers Falls, NY

DEFENSIVE SHOTGUN

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 29, 2026

Dutchess County Pistol Assoc.

47 St Nicholas Rd, Club House

Wappingers Falls, NY, 12590

$175.00

PLEASE NOTE There is a $75 DEPOSIT upon registration.

Balance of $100 due on the day of the class - CASH ONLY!

*CLASS STARTS AT 9:00AM - PLEASE BE THERE NO LATER THAN 8:30AM FOR SET UP AND SAFETY BRIEFING.

This course is designed to introduce the beginner to intermediate shotgun owner / shooter to the art of defensive and practical/tactical shotgun shooting.

PREREQUISITES:

1. Students should know and be able to perform all aspects of safe firearm handing.

2. Students should know how to, and be able to load, unload and clear all malfunctions on their shotgun.

COURSE BREAKDOWN:

-Shotgun and firearm safety fundamentals

-Range safety and protocol

-Accuracy and skill development

-Shooting and moving

-Various shooting positions

-Loading and unloading techniques

-Reloading drills

-Multiple targets

-Home defense

-Malfunction drills

-Cover and concealment

-Cleaning and maintenance

EQUIPMENT LIST:

-Quality, reliable “tactical style” pump action or semiauto shotgun, 12 or 20 gauge (Mossberg 500/590, Remington 870, Ithaca, etc.)

-Ammunition dump pouch (optional)

-Sturdy belt at least 1.5” wide

-Footwear suitable for rapid movement and turning with good ankle support.

-Clothing suitable for training in any weather/terrain. Layers suggested.

-Quality eye and ear protection

- knee pads (optional - but recommended)

-notepad and pen for taking notes.

- An open mind, humble, willing to learn attitude!

AMMO LIST** –

300 rounds of 2 ¾ bird shot/ game load #6, #7, or #8 shot.***

50 rounds of 2 ¾ buck shot

25 rounds of slug

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CUSTOMER REFUND REQUESTS OR CUSTOMER CANCELLATIONS

No Refunds unless we cancel the course. If you have to cancel attending a course you are registered for you may opt to transfer to another course that has openings within the calendar year provided you give 7 days notice of the cancellation.

No exceptions.

No-Call/No-Show: Participants who do not show to the event without prior 7 day notice forfeit their deposit.