Learnin About Handgun Ownership Asking questions about the difference between revolvers and pistols, ammunition types and magazine capacity, District of Columbia residents received an introduction to handgun shooting Sunday through NSSF's First Shots program at the Arlington-Fairfax Isaak Walton League shooting range in Centreville, Va. A classroom presentation covered topics such as D.C. firearm regulations, safety, grip, sight alignment and trigger control, and then it was on to the range where participants shot .22-caliber revolvers and pistols, always with a certified instructor by their side. "I'd definitely like to learn more about shooting because it's a nice way to spend a weekend," said one female resident. "Next time I'm going to bring my boyfriend." Two sessions of attendees included legislative staffers, sisters and a news reporter from the Washington Informer, an African-American newspaper in the District. "We were very pleased with this initial First Shots seminar for D.C. residents," said NSSF President Steve Sanetti. "It shows that District residents, after having their Second Amendment rights denied for over 30 years, have a strong interest in firearms ownership." A team of NRA-certified instructors led by multiple USPSA and IDPA champion Julie Goloski and chapter volunteer Tom Ciarula delivered a solid introduction that provided the knowledge and information for a safe and responsible start in handgun ownership and usage. Smith & Wesson and Taurus provided loaner pistols and revolvers and attendees received follow-up information and safety materials from all First Shots sponsors. Sunday's First Shots kicked off a series of upcoming seminars in the D.C. area. Learn more at www.firstshots.org.