Get the BASICS!
DATE: Sunday, August 23, 2026
START TIME: Check in starts at 7:30am; Course begins at 8:00am.
END TIME: 6:00pm
LOCATION: Camp Loud Thunder, 9906 175th St W, Illinois City, IL
WHO: Scouts, Scouters, and Non-Scouters, 15 years and older.
- Max capacity for this course is 10 individuals.
COST: $50
COURSE QUESTIONS: Contact Harold Cover at [email protected] or 563-320-5372.
REGISTRATION QUESTIONS: Contact the Illowa Council Service Center at [email protected] or 563-388-7233
About this Course
During this course, participants will learn:
- NRA’s safe gun handling rules
- Muzzleloader parts and operation
- Muzzleloader load components and malfunctions
- Shooting fundamentals
- Range rules
- Gun cleaning
- And more!
Your registration fees include:
- Course materials
- Exam
- Load components
- Certificate
The NRA REQUIRES that all NRA Co-Op Muzzleloading Rifle Instructor candidates first successfully complete THIS course, regardless of shooting experience. The Instructor course will be held September 18-20, 2026.
NO MEALS ARE PROVIDED. Please bring your own lunch.
Registration Information
Online registration for this training will be open until August 14, 2026.
The course is limited to the first 10 participants. Spots will fill quickly; register today!
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