'First Shots,' Newcomers Give Handgun Shooting A Try
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'First Shots,' Newcomers Give Handgun Shooting A Try





NEWTOWN, Conn.—Forty million Americans actively enjoy target shooting and hunting. But for newcomers the biggest challenge is not knowing how to get started.

A new program from the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), “First Shots,” provides a free opportunity for newcomers to learn about the safe, recreational use of handguns. It’s also chance to give shooting a try.

Partnering with shooting ranges, First Shots offers the public a chance to learn the rules and requirements of handgun ownership along with comprehensive information on safety, shooting sports opportunities, individual and group training and range access. It also answers new shooters’ questions regarding firearms and firearm ownership.

"For many individuals, especially in states with more restrictive handgun laws, an aura of mystery surrounds handgun ownership," said Cyndi Dalena, NSSF director of shooting sports development. "First Shots gives range owners and retailers an opportunity to educate the public on local requirements and offers newcomers a chance to try handgun shooting."

The program enjoyed a successful inaugural event at the Smith & Wesson Shooting Sports Center in Springfield, Mass., on Saturday. More than 40 newcomers attended the event and virtually all of them expressed a strong interest in pursuing shooting in the future.

“Our First Shots event was a great success,” said Peter Boruchowski, manager of Smith & Wesson Shooting Sports Center. “After the event, more than 75 percent of attendees either signed up for a range membership or additional training classes. This program is a great opportunity to introduce a whole new group of people to the shooting sports.”

First Shots is one of many NSSF programs working to increase awareness of and participation in the shooting sports.

NSSF, founded in 1961, is the trade association for the firearms and recreational shooting sports industry and promotes the safe ownership and responsible use of products its members make and sell. For more information, visit www.firstshots.org and www.nssf.org.
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