Rangemaster Training scheduled for Sept. 21

There is a Rangemaster Training scheduled for Sept. 21 at Camp Lakota, as well as, at this time a planned NRA Range Safety Officer training.

For Rangemaster Training, which is needed for use of Council Scouting events with ranges like, BBs and archery, there is no fee and participates should bring a sack lunch. Training begins at 10 a.m. and runs until 4:30 p.m.

Additional details on the NRA RSO training TBD.

For questions related to the Rangemaster Training, you can text Greg Bruns at 419.363.9907.

For questions related to the NRA RSO Training, you can contact Brad Bartlett at brad.bartlett@blackswampbsa.org.

Here's what to expect:

Rangemaster Training:

Support the youth of our entire District and learn how to set up, run and tear down both inflatable BB and Archery Ranges so we can get the inflatable out to the community in our local festivals and fairs!

Archery, BB ranges and slingshots are restricted to day camps, Cub Scout/Webelos Scout long term camps, council-managed short-term camps, or council activities where there are properly trained supervisors and where all standards for BSA shooting sports are enforced. All shooting ranges in the Cub Scout program must be supervised by a qualified rangemaster who is at least 18 years of age and meets the minimum requirements.

WHAT AND HOW?

• Q: What type of training do I need to help in the Cub Scout day camp, short-term or long-term camp programs?
  A: You need to be a trained as a Cub Scout Rangemaster.  This training is conducted by a National Camp School shooting sports director or a NRA Rifle Instructor for BB Guns, and USA Archery Level 1 Instructor for archery.

  Q: How long does the Cub Scout Shooting Sports training take?
  A: The training is 3 hours for Cub Scout archery and 4 hours for Cub Scout BBs. You may be certified in either discipline or you can be certified in both.