Concealed Carry

The Red River Regional Marksmanship Center hosts Concealed Carry Classes

CCW (Concealed Carry Weapon) Permits

The RRRMC hosts multiple state Concealed Carry Classes. The classes are taught by external instructors who manage their own registration and class schedules. If you would like to sign up for a class or need more information, please contact one of the instructors directly.

ND & MN CCW

Black Hat Handgun


Instructor: Michael Andersen (701-929-1603)
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MN CCW
Grove Guns

Instructor: Greg Grove (701-371-2002)

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Handgun Classes

Basic Pistol

Course Description

This is an introductory class covering safety and the proper way to handle and use a handgun. The class consists of 2-3 hours of classroom and 1-2 hours of range time. Class is limited to 15 seats. Cost is $75.

Course Requirements
  • Handgun (Bring your own or you can borrow a .22 from the range.)
  • Ammunition – 50 Rounds (Bring your own or you can purchase ammunition at the range.)
  • Eye and Ear Protection (The range has eye and ear protection for purchase.)

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Pistol Marksmanship Fundamentals

Course Description

This class will focus on improving basic marksmanship skills. The class will start with a review and discussion of basic marksmanship fundamentals and why they are important. We will then examine the trajectories of actual bullets and show the accuracy versus distance to the target. Additionally, strategies for improving marksmanship will be discussed and practiced. The class will engage in live fire training to practice your new skills. The class will then gather to discuss the mental side of good marksmanship. Cost is $75.

Course Requirements
  • Handgun – .22 Caliber
  • Ammunition – 100 Rounds (Bring your own or you can purchase ammunition at the range.)
  • Eye and Ear Protection (The range has eye and ear protection for purchase.)
Upcoming Classes

TBD

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Standard Rifle Classes

Basic Rifle

Course Description

Beginner class for new users of bolt action and semi-auto standard (non-AR pattern) rifles. Content includes information regarding the types of rifles through history, function of both bolt action and semi–auto, proper hold of the firearm, and using iron sights. Range time will utilize range owned .22 Long Rifle caliber firearms and ammunition.

Course Requirements
  • Eye and Ear Protection (The range has eye and ear protection for purchase.)
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Intermediate Rifle

Course Description

Intermediate rifle training focusing more on marksmanship. Content includes mounting and sighting in scopes, use of scopes, and functionality of ammunition, proper hold and use of firearm for accurate shooting. This course is NOT designed for students who wish to learn about the AR pattern rifle. Refer to our AR Rifle class instead.

Course Requirements
  • Eye and Ear Protection (The range has eye and ear protection for purchase.)
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Home Defense Classes

Class

Course Description

This is an introductory class covering:
Establishing a Home Safety Plan
Creating a more Secure Environment
Training for Home Invasion Scenarios
Understanding your Legal Rights in North Dakota
Using your firearm for Home Protection

There is a shooting session following the classroom portion

Course Requirements
  • Willingness to learn
  • Eye and Ear Protection
  • Firearm
  • 100-150 rds of ammunition
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Situational Awareness

Class

Course Description

Situational awareness is exactly what it sounds like. Who wouldn’t want their teenager or other loved ones to be more aware of their surroundings instead of their electronic devices? The class will discuss the different levels of awareness, how to prepare for most eventualities and will also go over various scenarios. It promises to be the perfect class for older teens, single women, night shift workers, and anyone interested in increasing their awareness.

Cost is $20.

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Defensive Carry Fundamentals

 

Course

Course Description

This course will train the student to responsibly carry a firearm in public for the purpose of self-protection or the protection of others. Carrying a firearm in public requires a skillset beyond basic handgun usage. The course includes a classroom requirement to review how to avoid difficult situations, and if necessary, how and when you can use a firearm for self-defense. Range time will include sighted and unsighted fire, emergency reloads, shooting from cover, proper presentation from holster, shooting and moving.

Cost is $125.

The course is held in 2 sessions and you register for both on one registration. You need to attend both sessions and no refunds will be made if you do not. Completion of this course makes you eligible to register for monthly skill builder training.

Course Requirements

  • Firearm
  • Sturdy Belt (must be able to hold holster securely)
  • Quality Holster (preferably Kydex or equivalent).  No cloth, neoprene, Uncle Mike’s or Black Hawk Serpa holsters will be allowed.
  • Ammunition – 150 rds for 1st session – 200 rds for 2nd session
  • 3 Magazines minimum with at least two mag holders/pouches
  • Eye and Ear Protection
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Firearm Cleaning

Class

Course Description

This course will train the student how to clean and maintain your firearm. The instructors will explain and guide the student through the cleaning process step-by-step. Class time is typically 2 hours.

Course Requirements

  • Personal Firearm
  • *A cleaning kit will be provided with the cost of the class.
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Firearm Safety at Home

Class

Course Description

This is non-shooting course that covers the basics of gun safety as well as safe storage of firearms and ammunition in the home.

During the 2 hour class, students learn:

  • How to be a safe and responsible gun owner
  • Rules for safe gun handling
  • Primary causes of firearm accidents
  • Firearm parts
  • How to unload certain action types
  • Ammunition components
  • Safe storage and care of firearms in the home
  • How to talk to your children about firearms

Take charge of your family’s safety!

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Ladies Night

Class

Course Description

Ladies Night is held on the 2nd Friday of the month from October through April. This is for ladies who have little or no experience with firearms. The range provides .22 caliber firearms and ammunition. Participants are welcome to repeat this class if desired.
The evenings offer classroom time to learn firearm basics before you go into the range. You will learn the safety rules, be shown what a proper sight picture look like, proper stance and grip. All participants will receive one-on-one instruction using unloaded Airsoft guns. When you go onto the range, you will find Range Safety Officers to assist you in taking your first shots or work on the basic skills.

Liability waivers must be on file before shooting.

Liability Waiver

Class size is limited to 25 shooters per session. Check-in starts 15 minutes before each session. Sessions start promptly at 6:30pm.

Cost is $20. Fees are non-refundable.

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Women's Hand to Hand

Women’s Hand to Hand

Course Description

This class provides simple hand to hand techniques to defend against an assailant. These techniques can be used by any woman from young to old. The class is two hours and taught by a representative of Beyer’s ATA Martial Arts.

Cost is $20.00.per person.

Please wear comfortable attire that allows for freedom of movement.

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Youth Classes

Class

Course Description

Classes we offer in partnership with the West Fargo Parks District:

  • BB Gun Basics

  • Intro to Air Pistol

  • Rifle Marksmanship

  • Intermediate Air Pistol

  • Intro to Trap Shooting

For a complete list of current classes and to register, visit the West Fargo Parks District website here.

Hunter Education

North Dakota Hunter Education classes are taught by volunteer instructors at the RRRMC. For a current list of classes that have open enrollment, please check the ND Game and Fish website.

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