This event will be geared toward new and novice hunters and shooters

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites the public to get familiar with different gun types and their functions at an event at Runge Nature Center in Jefferson City from 5:30-9 p.m.

This event is a basic course for new and novice hunters and shooters to become comfortable with the basic functions and operations of handguns, shotguns, and rifles. Personal firearms may be brought to the event, but they must be unloaded and cased when entering the building. Please note that no ammunition is allowed in the building.

This event is designed for people ages fourteen and older, and prior registration is required. To register, go to https://short.mdc.mo.gov/4pw. Questions about this event can be directed to the instructor, Rob Garver, at [email protected].

When: Tuesday, October 18, 2022 from 5:30 - 9 p.m.

Where: Runge Nature Center is located at 330 Commerce Drive in Jefferson City.