Handgun Safety Program June 18

NEW MILFORD — The next National Rifle Association Handgun Safety Course will be held on Saturday, June 18, in New Milford.

The one-day program is designed to provide the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for using or owning a handgun. The course, which highlights safety and responsible ownership, instructionally educates anyone who may come in contact with a firearm. The instructor is a veteran officer in Connecticut.

Successful completion of this program is a basic requirement prior to applying for a state handgun permit in Connecticut and most other states. Students will learn about pistol parts and operation, ammunition, gun safety principals, shooting fundamentals, and an overview of Connecticut State General Statutes for firearms. A national written examination and a live-fire range qualification will also be conducted at the program.

Seating is limited. For more information on this or future classes call 860-354-1991.