Education Foundation
Who we are
We are the educational arm of the Four Corners Rod and Gun Club. We offer a wide variety of gun training opportunities for everyone. Regardless of your interests or your level of expertise, there is a class for you. Also immediate and direct access to the shooting center further aids in the learning experience and helps to complement and complete your training. Our instructors are all NRA Certified and our classes meet Oregon’s Requirement for a CHL. Check the calendar for upcoming events. All of our shooting events and educational programs are open to the public.
What we offer
Quality firearm training under the supervision of NRA Certified instructors.
Courses include the following:
- NRA Basic Pistol Instructor Led
- NRA CCW (Concealed Handgun)
- Other NRA Workshops
- Defensive Shotgun
- Defensive / Night Shoot Handgun
- And many more….
Many of our courses offer hands on, live fire training. This is an extra benefit over courses offered at other locations or classes taught at stores.
Whether you’re taking the course for personal protection or a CHL, then make sure you’re protecting yourself not only physically, but by learning the legal ramifications, which we cover in some trainings as well. This knowledge is crucial if you ever find yourself faced with having to exercise your right to defend yourself.
We are a charitable foundation
The Four Corners Rod and Gun Club Educational Foundation
is an IRS 501 (c)(3) charitable foundation. All of our educational, training, and public services are incorporated into the foundation. If you are interested in working with the foundation or just contributing to its fund, please contact the club via email or voicemail and leave your contact information.
Colonel Allison Junior Rifle Club
CAJRC is a competitive shooting club.
We train youth, ages 12–20, in the Olympic shooting disciplines in air rifle and small-bore rifle.
Our goal is for young shooters to get into competitions with the ability to shoot their very best.
We provide the facilities for practice and competitions, while parent-coaches donate that magical mix of leadership, safety, organization and training opportunities in which new athletes can thrive.
For additional information or questions about classes and workshops, please contact Will at efsecretary@fcgc.info or at (909) 816-8821
Handgun Foundations Workshop
Fourth Monday of (most) months, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This clinic is intended for people new or newer to firearms who are seeking a good foundation of safety, gun handling and basic marksmanship. The sessions also welcome shooters who would like a refresher on these concepts. Handgun Foundations covers the topics of safety with firearms (both on the range and at home), proper and safe manipulation of handguns, and the fundamentals of shooting and marksmanship.
This clinic involves a classroom session followed by live fire on the range to practice the safe skills learned with coaching all along the way. If you have been looking for a safe environment to learn more about your handgun and ask all those questions you have been afraid to ask, this is the class for you.
If you do not currently have a handgun and would like to learn, no problem. Just let us know when you sign up. Some loaner handguns are available. We will be discussing firearm selection during the course and there will be plenty of opportunities to discuss the likes and dislikes of specific guns with fellow shooters.
There is no cost for the workshop, yes it’s FREE.
This workshop is open to non-club members/guests.
Pre-registration is required as space is limited.
Future Dates:
Monday, September 23, 2024
Monday, October 28, 2024
No workshop in November, Thanksgiving Week
Monday, December 30, 2024 (Special after Christmas date)
To sign up for a workshop, please contact Will Funk at efsecretary@fcgc.info or at (909) 816-8821
Upcoming Educational Foundation Events
Welcome to the Concealed Carry Lifestyle
Thursday, September 26th, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Ed Foundation Building
Being an ethical and prepared armed citizen involves more than simply getting a concealed handgun permit. In this non-shooting informational workshop, we will discuss many important topics for the armed citizen, often not included in basic concealed handgun classes. No charge.
Handgun Skills & Drills
Sunday, October 27th, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
In this workshop, we will practice skills using drills that focus on improving handgun ability with an emphasis on defensive shooting. Cost
$40.00 for members ($30 if you have attended ANY Educational Foundation class or workshop), $50 for guests.
The Aftermath: Preparing for What Comes After a Defensive Gun Use
Tuesday, November 19th, 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm, Ed Foundation Building
We spend plenty of time practicing the “shooting” component if we are ever forced into a deadly force encounter, however, how much thought do we give to the important moments after a defensive encounter with a firearm (even if no shots are fired)? In this workshop, we will look into critical aspects during the aftermath of a defensive firearm use. No cost.
Low Light Defensive Handgun Workshop
Saturday, December 14th, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $40 for club members / $50 for non-members
This popular workshop returns with shooters learning about, and practicing shooting in low light conditions. Information on using both weapons mounted lights (WML) and handheld lights will be covered. Other topics will include target identification and acquisition, movement, and light discipline. Contact Will for additional information and to sign up.
Hunter Education Classes
Hunters Education classes are now being scheduled for 2024. At this time, all classes offered at FCGC will be Field Days, which require the completion of an ODFW-approved online course prior to attending a Field Day. Check for upcoming classes, and register for a selected Field Day, by clicking on the ODFW banner.
Questions regarding upcoming classes:
Email: hunter.ed@odfw.oregon.gov
Phone: (503) 947-6001
Things to know
The students are required to shoot as a part of the course. They will be shooting .22lr rifles in the class.
· Firearms and ammunition are provided by ODFW.
· Hearing and eye protection are required while on the range and are also provided by ODFW.
Prior to Live Fire exercises, the students will receive instruction on the following:
· Different types of firearms (rifles and shotguns)
· Their safety features
· How to properly load and unload them
· How to safely handle, carry, and transport firearms
In addition to shooting and safe gun handling practices, students will receive instruction in:
· Responsibilities and ethics
· Types and causes of gun accidents
· Game identification and management principles
In addition to the requirements to successfully demonstrate the ability to safely handle and shoot a firearm, students must pass an ODFW written examination. Upon successful completion of all requirements, students will be awarded a temporary Hunter Safety Education Card. The permanent card will be mailed to the student within 60 days. Those under 18 will also receive a free certificate to sight in a firearm at FCGC’s annual Sight in Service in September.
For additional information on youth and hunter education programs with ODFW click HERE.
To view the ODFW registration page click HERE.
Junior Shooters Compete in Junior Olympic State Championships
Two shooters from the Colonel Allison Junior Rifle Club competed in the Junior Olympic State Championship at Tri-County gun club over the weekend of March 13th and 14th. Both air rifle and .22 were shot over the two days. In air rifle Kenzi shot a personal best 97 on the second target. To provide some perspective, take a look at the target to the right. The bullseye is not a circle, it is a dot! This is shot a 10m (33 feet) and takes and amazing amount of concentration. Fellow shooter Will posted solid scores as well (note the electronic scoring on the left). Congrats to the CAJRC team!
