Shooting

Basic Youth archery class utilizing the methodologies and protocols promoted by NASP Ar chery. (All equipment is provided: please do not bring personal bow unless it is a Genesis) Please arrive 15-30 minutes early for registration each session. You are not required to attend all sessions. Youth 17 years or younger without a parent/guardian present are required to leave emergency contact information during registration. Questions? Contact MDC Lieutenant Jason Braunecker at (816)-262-3506

The Modern Sporting Rifle Class is a live online class that will cover the basics of adjusting of iron sights and zeroing of scopes; safely loading, unloading, and the cycle of operation; nomenclature, parts, and controls; routine care and cleaning; and special considerations when hunting with a Modern Sporting Rifle. (Ar-Style and AK style Rifle)

Note: Registration for this and other MDC programs and classes implies your intent to attend. This respects MDC Instructor’s time and effort, as well as limited program space.

Learn archery basics and practice form, shot execution and follow through. The compound bows and other archery equipment used, archery form taught, and safety rules, will be consistent with the National Archery in Schools program. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

This outdoor program will be rescheduled to later in the week in the event of heavy rain. Registrants will be notified by email at least one full day ahead of time

Note: Registration for this and other MDC programs and classes implies your intent to attend. This respects MDC Instructor’s time and effort, as well as limited program space.

An atlatl is an ancient tool used to throw (cast) a light hunting spear known as a dart. This program will focus on practicing technique while shooting at a target. No prior experience is needed. (Atlatlists are welcome. We’ll have an ISAC target set up). Participants will have a chance to try using several types of atlatls.

This outdoor program will be rescheduled to later in the week in the event of heavy rain. Registrants will be notified by email at least one full day ahead of time.

This skills session will satisfy part two of Missouri Hunter Education requirements. To obtain hunter education certification you must also attend part one (online, self-study, or a classroom session) and bring along your skills session qualifier certificate or a student manual with the review questions completed. Students 15 and under must also bring a copy of their birth certificate or other proof of age. The final exam will be administered at the end of the skills session. Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before the beginning of the class to complete registration; late arrivals will not be admitted so please arrive early. In the event of a cancellation, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Note: Students who are 16 and over and have completed the all-online Hunter Education course are certified and do not need to attend an in-person skills session.

This program will teach the fundamentals of archery including equipment, safety, stance, and shooting techniques. This event will take place on the static archery range. All equipment will be provided.

Did you know archery is one of the safest sports in which to participate? It is rated more accident-free than every ball sport except table tennis! This course is designed to introduce adults to the basics of archery including safety rules, stance, equipment used, and, of course, how to shoot a bow and arrow. Join us for this fun and very informative class.

Did you know archery is one of the safest sports in which to participate? It is rated more accident-free than every ball sport except table tennis! This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of archery including safety rules, stance, equipment used, and, of course, how to shoot a bow and arrow. Join us for this fun and very informative class.

This program will cover how to get started in turkey hunting including safety, clothing, firearms and ammuntion,decoys, hunting techniques, calling, and more. Registration is required.

To register for this class, you must be a MINIMUM of ELEVEN YEARS OF AGE. The name of the registrant must be the name of the STUDENT, not the parent's name. Prior to the date of the class, you must have completed the chapter review questions in the student Hunter Education manual (free of charge from MDC) or completed the online knowledge program and bring proof of completion to the class. Parents are invited to attend, but this is not mandatory. If you have any questions, please email the instructor at shadowhawk64011@yahoo.com or call at (816) 935-6330. Or call the Burr Oak Woods office at (816) 228-3766.