Orientation Goal: To provide beginning shooters with an introduction to the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to own and use a specific shotgun model safely.

Length of Orientation: 3 hours. (All times listed are minimums. Additional time may be needed to meet the specific learning objectives using the methodology of Total Participant Involvement. Lesson time must be increased proportionately to allow multiple participants to complete all specified activities.)

Participant Text: The NRA Basics of Shotgun Shooting handbook.

Orientation Lessons:

1. Lesson I: Introduction to Shotgun Safety, Parts, and Operation (45 minutes)
   
   
2. Lesson II: Introduction to Ammunition and the Fundamentals of Shotgun Shooting (45 minutes)
   
   
3. Lesson III: Introduction to Shotgun Shooting Straight away Targets (60 minutes)
   
   
4. Lesson IV: Introduction to Shotgun Cleaning, Storage, and Training Opportunities (30 minutes)