Boy Scout Shotgun Shooting Merit Badge
Meet all of the requirements for earning your shotgun shooting merit badge.
Service Description
In this 2 hour class, the student will learn how to; 1. Identify the principal parts of a shotgun, action types, and how they function. 2 Identify and demonstrate the rules for safely handling a shotgun. 3. Identify the parts of a shotgun shell and their functions. 4. Identify the various gauges of shotguns. Explain which one you would use and why. 5. Identify and demonstrate the fundamentals of safely shooting a shotgun. Explain what a misfire, hangfire, and squib fire are, and explain the procedures to follow in response to each. 6. Identify and explain each rule for shooting a shotgun safely. 7. Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely shoot moving targets, using the fundamentals of shotgun shooting. 8. Identify the materials needed to clean a shotgun. 9. Demonstrate how to clean a shotgun properly and safely. 10. Discuss what points you would consider in selecting a shotgun. 11. Hit at least 12 out of 25 targets (48 percent) in two 25-target groups. The two groups need not be shot in consecutive order. A minimum of 50 shots must be fired.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Please note that your email confirmation holds your date but does not guarantee it. We require that you call 703-475-0057 to confirm directly with Dave. To cancel or reschedule, please contact us 24 hours prior to your session.
Contact Details
7700 Bull Run Drive, Centreville, VA, USA