Events in May 2026

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April 26, 2026
April 27, 2026(1 event)

8:30 am: NRA CCW Instructor


April 27, 2026 April 28, 2026

Prerequisite: Must be a current Certified Pistol Instructor as a perquisite for certification as an NRA CCW instructor. This certification is not available to Apprentice or Assistant Pistol Instructors, and the Law Enforcement Division Handgun Instructor is not a substitute.

Description: Course may be presented in three parts: Basic Instructor Training, discipline specific instructor training and the Live-Fire Range instructor training. Instructor Candidates demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course, and must pass a written instructor certification examination. Additionally, the Instructor Candidates must pass the CCW Instructor Level shooting qualification Course of Fire. The NRA CCW Instructor Course will focus on developing the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for Instructor Candidates to teach carrying and using a concealed pistol ethically, responsibly, and with confidence. As a result of participating in this course, the Instructor Candidate will be able to explain and demonstrate the following: How to apply the NRA Rules for Safe Gun Handling when carrying a concealed firearm, basic principles of concealment, the difference between cover and concealment, drawing from the holster, levels of mental awareness, developing the proper mindset when using a pistol for personal defense, clearing common stoppages, and more. This course is only conducted by NRA Certified CCW Training Counselors.

April 28, 2026(1 event)

8:30 am: NRA CCW Instructor


April 27, 2026 April 28, 2026

Prerequisite: Must be a current Certified Pistol Instructor as a perquisite for certification as an NRA CCW instructor. This certification is not available to Apprentice or Assistant Pistol Instructors, and the Law Enforcement Division Handgun Instructor is not a substitute.

Description: Course may be presented in three parts: Basic Instructor Training, discipline specific instructor training and the Live-Fire Range instructor training. Instructor Candidates demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course, and must pass a written instructor certification examination. Additionally, the Instructor Candidates must pass the CCW Instructor Level shooting qualification Course of Fire. The NRA CCW Instructor Course will focus on developing the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for Instructor Candidates to teach carrying and using a concealed pistol ethically, responsibly, and with confidence. As a result of participating in this course, the Instructor Candidate will be able to explain and demonstrate the following: How to apply the NRA Rules for Safe Gun Handling when carrying a concealed firearm, basic principles of concealment, the difference between cover and concealment, drawing from the holster, levels of mental awareness, developing the proper mindset when using a pistol for personal defense, clearing common stoppages, and more. This course is only conducted by NRA Certified CCW Training Counselors.

April 29, 2026
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May 2, 2026
May 3, 2026(1 event)

10:00 am: Tactical Shotgun


May 3, 2026

Learn how to effectively use your tactical shotgun for home defense. Understand how to securely store it to prevent unauthorized access while insuring it's readily available in an emergency. Explore the best types of ammunition to use and gain insight into shot patterns and their impact.
What is needed: Eye and ear protection, Shotgun, 25 Rounds Slugs, 25 rounds 00Buck Shot, 50 Rounds 7 ½ Birdshot, something to hold ammo in on your body, and Sling optional.

May 4, 2026
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May 7, 2026(1 event)

6:00 pm: Oak Tree Fun Shoot 2/3 Gun at Rifle Range


May 7, 2026

1st Thursday of the Month, Rifle and Pistol Fun Shoot! Come down and sharpen your skills, with variable range, rapid fire cardboard and steel targets. Make sure to bring spare mags, as most courses will involve a reload (or two!). Ammo and rentals available on-site!

May 8, 2026
May 9, 2026(1 event)

9:00 am: Women On Target Intermediate


May 9, 2026

Women On Target Intermediate

This course is all range shooting. You will learn Defensive Shooting technics for shooting behind concealment/cover. Learn the different between Point Shoot, Flash Sight, and Sighted shooting. Learn single handed shooting, shooting from kneeling position. Learn how to handle 3 types of stoppages that could occur. This course is approximately 5 hours.

Course Requirements: you must have completed a Basic Beginners shooting course (NRA Women On Target, NRA First Steps Pistol, NRA Basic Pistol, or a USCCA Basic Handgun Course).

NRA Member’s Council of the Antelope Valley will Supply 100 rds. of ammunition, targets, One on one trainer to student guidance and range fees.

May 10, 2026
May 11, 2026(1 event)

8:30 am: NRA Basic Shotgun


May 11, 2026

NRA Basic Shotgun

Teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for the safe and proper use of a shotgun in shooting a moving target.

This course includes classroom and range time learning how to shoot shotguns at moving targets. Students learn NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; shotgun parts and operation; shotgun shell components; shotgun shell malfunctions; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting at straight away and angled targets; cleaning; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the Basics of Shotgun Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, take a Basics of Shotgun Shooting Student Examination, and receive a course completion certificate.

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May 12, 2026
May 13, 2026
May 14, 2026(1 event)

6:00 pm: Women's Fun Shoot Oak Tree Gun Club


May 14, 2026

Oak Tree Gun Club has a Women's Only Fun Shoot the second Thursday of the month. Start time is 6pm till 9pm. Fun shooting paper and steel. Keep track of your time to knock steel plates down. Female Instructors there to help.

May 15, 2026
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May 17, 2026
May 18, 2026(1 event)

8:30 am: NRA Shotgun Instructor


May 18, 2026 May 19, 2026

NRA Shotgun Instructor

This course teaches the knowledge, skills and attitude essential to organizing, promoting and teaching NRA’s Basic Shotgun Shooting Course.

Prerequisite: Possession of basic firearm safety and shooting skills is a perquisite for certification as an NRA instructor. Prior to the instructor training, candidates complete a pre-course questionnaire and demonstrate their firearm background in pre-course assessment exercises.
Description: Course is presented in two parts: basic instructor training, and discipline specific instructor training. Students demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course, and complete an instructor certification examination. Students will receive the NRA Trainer’s Guide, NRA Shotgun Instructor Candidate Packet.

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May 19, 2026(1 event)

8:30 am: NRA Shotgun Instructor


May 18, 2026 May 19, 2026

NRA Shotgun Instructor

This course teaches the knowledge, skills and attitude essential to organizing, promoting and teaching NRA’s Basic Shotgun Shooting Course.

Prerequisite: Possession of basic firearm safety and shooting skills is a perquisite for certification as an NRA instructor. Prior to the instructor training, candidates complete a pre-course questionnaire and demonstrate their firearm background in pre-course assessment exercises.
Description: Course is presented in two parts: basic instructor training, and discipline specific instructor training. Students demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course, and complete an instructor certification examination. Students will receive the NRA Trainer’s Guide, NRA Shotgun Instructor Candidate Packet.

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May 20, 2026(1 event)

6:00 pm: USCCA Handgun Cleaning Course


May 20, 2026

USCCA Handgun Cleaning Course

This is a basic Handgun Clean Course. You will learn how to make your cleaning area safe and how to disassemble your handgun. We will discuss solvents and oil, parts of the cleaning kit, what order do you do thing, how to reassemble your firearm, and function check.

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May 21, 2026(1 event)

6:00 pm: Pistol Fun Shoot Oak Tree Gun Club


May 21, 2026

On the 3rd Thursday of the month Oak Tree Gun Club host a head to head pistol fun shoot. See how fast and accurate you are. Fun shoot starts at 6pm and goes till 9pm. It is a lot of fun with some competition.

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May 27, 2026
May 28, 2026(1 event)

6:00 pm: USCCA OP Women's Personal Safety


May 28, 2026

USCCA OP Women\'s Personal Safety

This presentation will cover: survivor mindset, situational awareness, use of force, voice commands, choosing the right gun, or other use of force options (non-lethal).

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May 29, 2026
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June 4, 2026(1 event)

6:00 pm: Oak Tree Fun Shoot 2/3 Gun at Rifle Range


June 4, 2026

1st Thursday of the Month, Rifle and Pistol Fun Shoot! Come down and sharpen your skills, with variable range, rapid fire cardboard and steel targets. Make sure to bring spare mags, as most courses will involve a reload (or two!). Ammo and rentals available on-site!

June 5, 2026
June 6, 2026