Author: Scott Sampson

Members, We found today almost a box of fired “00” buck shells on the trap field today (Sunday).  This is a reminder that the allowed shot size on ANY shotgun field is 7.5, 8, 8.5, and 9.  In other word no shot larger that 7.5.  The reason for that is SAFETY!  Larger shot size will exceed our safe fall area.  Depending on how these were fired, they could have easily left our range. There is zero reason to have something that large on the trap field.  If you want to shot slugs, buck shot etc (anything larger than 7.5 shot, then you are welcome to use the SRB, 50yd  or 100m. Thank you for your attention!!!      

This Introduction to Concealed Carry Class will be focused on mechanics of concealed carry.  While we will be shooting, the real focus will be on the mechanics and efficiency of movement.  Class will go from 1pm to 5 pm.  General agenda will be: Safety Brief with a focus on drawing and holstering CCW Introduction Clothing discussion (what you may want to look for) Holsters (types and what to look for) Belts (What to look for) Other gear you may want to carry (extra mag, flashlight, IFAK) Mechanics Gear Check (look at clothing, holsters, guns, magazines etc) Learning to draw from the holster (we will require strong side (IWB/OWB) and appendix with concealment Emergency reloads Stoppage Drill (Tap/Rack only for this) Required for the class: Handgun 2 magazines (or a speed loader if using a revolver) strong side holster (inside the waist band or outside the waistband) or appendix. One magazine pouch (or a speed loader holder if using a revolver) Good gun belt Cover garment (open front or closed front) Safety Glasses/Hearing Protection Optional: Hat Water Chair Cost will be $25 for members and $35 for non-members. Please contact Scott Sampson at [email protected] to register.      

  Hello Ladies, June 8th, 2024 – Join us for Women on Target!   All women, ages 12+ are welcome and encouraged to come out to experience firearm education in a safe and supportive environment.  This woman only event will cover education in pistol, shotgun, rifle, and archery.  The cost is $75/person this year and will be inclusive of all firearms, ammo and lunch at the Conference Center. Women will benefit from one-on-one instruction with certified instructors in each discipline.  Participants will receive materials and a certificate of participation. This is a fantastic event for those women that have never held a firearm before to maybe those that have experience in a discipline but not another. Don’t wait, spots are limited.  Sign up here Today!

We have two training sessions coming up!  If interested contact the Chief Instructor to sign up at [email protected]. April 13th – Shotgun 101 – Donation $40/person. This will be a 6-8 hour class running from 9am to 4pm.  We will cover introduction to shotgun shooting.  This is a primer to be used before taking any advanced training such as Tap 101 or Skeet 101 unless someone is already proficient with a shotgun.  We will cover safety, fit and shotgun fundamentals. We will be shooting straight away targets and then crossing.  Individuals may borrow club shotguns but will need to provide their own ammunition.  The club shotguns will require 20 gauge 2-3/4″ shells. To sign up contact the Chief Instructor first.  After approval you will be asked to donate.  Participants should bring: 4 boxes of shells (7.5 or 8 shot) for their shotgun Shotgun unless they are borrowing one from the club Ear plugs are best for shotgun shooting.  Ear muffs tend to interfere with the stock Safety glasses Dress appropriately for the weather Lunch and something to drink Consideration for insect repellant and sunscreen should be given. Recommend a hat Women should consider wearing a sports bra or something without …

ASC is hosting Dave Jenkins form Rochester Personal Defense on June 1-2, 2024 to conduct a Critical Carry skills course.  I have taken this class from Dave several years ago and was very impressed with it and recommend it.  This is for the person that has good gun handling skills, but does not have to be an IDPA champion.  This course is designed to teach you what you need to know for concealed carry.  This course will be $450 for member and $500 for non-members. For more detail please visit our new Training Page under “Club Programs“. In response to the member survey, I have established a training page that lists upcoming training events to give members as much notice as possible.  I will try to keep this updated. Respectfully, Scott Sampson Chief Instructor #762  

Hardening your Home! February 21 (Wednesday) 7:00pm – 8:30 pm https://meet.google.com/kds-igdh-zkf This course will be a FREE online class offered by Scott Sampson learn how to Deter, Detect, Delay, Defend and Plan! This course will cover a broad range of topics regarding your home. You won’t want to miss this. Sorry had to shift this a day due to conflicts! Just click on the link above when it is time!

Hardening your Home! February 21 (Wednesday) 7:00pm – 8:30 pm https://meet.google.com/kds-igdh-zkf This course will be a FREE online class offered by Scott Sampson learn how to Deter, Detect, Delay, Defend and Plan! This course will cover a broad range of topics regarding your home. You won’t want to miss this. Sorry had to shift this a day due to conflicts! Just click on the link above when it is time!

On February 10, 2024, the Airfield Shooting Club (ASC) is hosting a Pistol Class including sections on the Law of Concealed Carry and Self Defense and Methods of Concealed Carry. The ASC Pistol Class is intended to provide hands-on orientation to the safe handling of handguns and includes both classroom and live-fire training. Our instructors teach both revolver and semi-auto sections in this class. In addition to the ASC Pistol Class, over an hour long session is scheduled with Timothy W. Drewry, a Virginia licensed attorney, who will discuss some of the legal aspects of carrying concealed firearms and self defense in Virginia. The attorney is a certified pistol instructor too and usually remains with the class until the very end so that he may answer questions which may arise. An additional segment of the course will include a brief discussion of some of the firearms appropriate for concealed carry and the holsters or other devices which might be suited for carrying a firearm concealed. Please note that the ASC Pistol Class, including the legal and concealed carry sections, is a non-NRA course, but it satisfies the handgun competency requirements set forth in Virginia Code § 18.2-308.02 (B). This course …

SRB – 50 yd Range is reserved for the next Rimfire Challenge – Modified Rimfire Steel Challenge for 22LR Pistols and/or Rifles only.  This is the first event of this type, should be fun!  We cancelled this event for December due to inclement weather so we decided to hold it on Sunday.  Might be cold on the range but it will be a sunny day, dress warm.  The Steel Challenge is a speed shooting competition for 22LR pistols and rifles consisting of several modified stages with five steel targets. Competitors are scored solely by the time it takes to complete each stage, by shooting five strings in any order except the red stop plate which must be shot last. Throw out the worst score and total the remaining times for your score. Penalties occur for missed targets or shooting the red stop plate first.  The match winner is the one with the lowest overall time. The course of fire is designed to be completed by even the most inexperienced shooter using one 10-round magazine without the need to reload “on the clock.”  Recommend a minimum of 2 magazines, recommend 5 mags.  This is a timed event designed to have 90% …

“The best gun fight is one that you avoid”. That is the quote that we have heard and most of us live by.  The question is how to best make this happen?  You need to be aware of your surroundings.  Sometimes no matter how aware we are things happen.  Being aware of your surroundings and paying attention might give you the precious seconds you need to save yourself or your family. Scott Sampson will be providing free on-line training for the club on the 17th (This Wed).  This will contain information from part of USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals.  Learn about the Color Codes, what to look for, how to walk, where to walk, etc. We will also be discussing how to make plans ahead of time… “If this happens, I will …” In a world were seconds may mean the difference between life and death, learn how to take advantage of them. Join the video conference at 7pm by clicking on the link below: https://meet.google.com/drn-vgax-ptc