Open to the public. 9:00-3:00 Learn gun safety, marksmanship, drawing from the holster, learn sight alignment, sight picture, etc. Instructor: Billy Cowart 248.219.9791
Open to public. You must be a GSSF Member; register/renew online through Glock. Registration begins at 9:00am; Mandatory Safety Briefing at 9:35am; Competition begins at 9:45am. Match Facilitators: Frank Perrotta and Tony Jacobazzi. Contact: Frank Perrotta at 630.240.5403 or mailto: fperro@sbcglobal.net There will be a drawing to win 50 rounds of 9mm at every shoot! […]
Learn basics of LPVO application and use, how to zero and account for holds, proper positions and rapid target acquisition. Open to the Public. Instructor: Steve Regas. Contact: John Haberkamp, 815.295.6031 or mailto: info@guardian-concepts.com
Open to public. Sign-in at 4:30pm. NRA High Power Rifle competition in a low-pressure environment. Matches are shot weekly from late April through October, weather permitting. Scores are submitted to the NRA at the end of the season to obtain a national classification. See the attached league flyer for fees, equipment and procedures. Contact: Sam […]
Member only. Shot on Wednesdays from April - October. Shooting short range at 100 yards, group and vfs. No caliber bigger than .308, must be single fed, no muzzle breaks. Also shoot .22 long rifle at 50 yards. Contact: Mark Lincoln at mailto: lincolnmark308@gmail.com
This is an intense, four-day, 40-hour immersion course in the “rules of engagement” for armed law-abiding private citizens. The course emphasizes legal issues, tactical issues, and aftermath management. Topics will include interacting with suspects, witnesses, responding police officers, threat recognition and mind-set, and the management of the social and psychological aftermath of having to use […]
This is an intense, four-day, 40-hour immersion course in the “rules of engagement” for armed law-abiding private citizens. The course emphasizes legal issues, tactical issues, and aftermath management. Topics will include interacting with suspects, witnesses, responding police officers, threat recognition and mind-set, and the management of the social and psychological aftermath of having to use […]
Members only. This league is dedicated to practice for 3-Gun, USPSA, and Steel Challenge League every Friday afternoon. Fee: $20 and $10 each week after. Contact: Jeff Davis at 708.476.3257 or mailto: dtw1990@comcast.net or Jim Gorecki at 708.712.1312 or mailto: 3gngfn@gmail.com
This is an intense, four-day, 40-hour immersion course in the “rules of engagement” for armed law-abiding private citizens. The course emphasizes legal issues, tactical issues, and aftermath management. Topics will include interacting with suspects, witnesses, responding police officers, threat recognition and mind-set, and the management of the social and psychological aftermath of having to use […]
Open to the public. Held on the first Sunday of the month from March through November. Black powder rifles, pistols, and shotguns. Contact: Tom Spurlock: 815-557-3942, mailto: tom.spurlock@outlook.com
Open to the public. Description: this course teaches techniques for using physical objects and environments to avoid detection and protect oneself in survival situations focusing on positioning, movement, and unorthodox shooting positions. Instructor and Contact: KeJuan Thompson, kejuanthompson14@gmail.com or 815.501.5418
This is an intense, four-day, 40-hour immersion course in the “rules of engagement” for armed law-abiding private citizens. The course emphasizes legal issues, tactical issues, and aftermath management. Topics will include interacting with suspects, witnesses, responding police officers, threat recognition and mind-set, and the management of the social and psychological aftermath of having to use […]
Open to public. Sign-in at 4:30pm. NRA High Power Rifle competition in a low-pressure environment. Matches are shot weekly from late April through October, weather permitting. Scores are submitted to the NRA at the end of the season to obtain a national classification. See the attached league flyer for fees, equipment and procedures. Contact: Sam […]
One of the most important steps toward ensuring your own safety is having a personal safety strategy in place before you need it. NRA’s Refuse To Be A Victim® program teaches the tips and techniques you need to be alerted to dangerous situations and to avoid criminal confrontation. Click the link to register: https://illinoisstaterifleassociation.my.site.com/illinoisstaterifleassociation/s/register-for-event Cost: […]
Members only. This league is dedicated to practice for 3-Gun, USPSA, and Steel Challenge League every Friday afternoon. Fee: $20 and $10 each week after. Contact: Jeff Davis at 708.476.3257 or mailto: dtw1990@comcast.net or Jim Gorecki at 708.712.1312 or mailto: 3gngfn@gmail.com
Open to the public. Black powder rifles and pistols with iron sights, flintlock or smoothbore. Limit 3 firearms. Registration at 7:30. Cost: $20 per firearm, youth under 18 years of age $15 per firearm. Contact Tom Spurlock: mailto: tom.spurlock@outlook.com or Tom Fahrenbach: mailto: tef1@att.net ISRA-Blackpowder-Championship-Program
Open to public and held on the second Sunday of the month from April through October. We offer various divisions including rimfire, center fire, and revolver. You will need a quality firearm, 50 rounds of ammunition, minimum of 3 magazines or speed loaders (revolver), holster, and magazine - pouches are optional. Contact: Mike Cialdella or […]
Open to the public. Open to all brands of pistol, full (50 rounds) and pocket size(30 rounds), magazine change required. Safety briefing at 9:00, competition begins at 9:30 Contact: Tony Jacobazzi, 630-918-1631 or tjacobazzi@comcast.net Match Directors: Tony Jacobazzi and Frank Perrotta
Open to public. Sign-in at 4:30pm. NRA High Power Rifle competition in a low-pressure environment. Matches are shot weekly from late April through October, weather permitting. Scores are submitted to the NRA at the end of the season to obtain a national classification. See the attached league flyer for fees, equipment and procedures. Contact: Sam […]
Members only. This league is dedicated to practice for 3-Gun, USPSA, and Steel Challenge League every Friday afternoon. Fee: $20 and $10 each week after. Contact: Jeff Davis at 708.476.3257 or mailto: dtw1990@comcast.net or Jim Gorecki at 708.712.1312 or mailto: 3gngfn@gmail.com
Open to public. This is our monthly USPSA Match that consists of 3-4 USPSA Classifiers. Cost is $20. Registration is available on Practiscore. Contact: Jeff Davis at 708.476.3257 or mailto: dtw1990@comcast.net
Open to public. Although designed for deer and other big game hunters, anyone can bring their rifles, handguns, shotguns, bows or black powder firearms. Cost: $10 per firearm. It is recommended you bring at least 25 rounds of ammo for each firearm: no ammunition is available on premises. More information and video at the Sighting-In […]
Run Your Holster. Open to the Public. Instructors: Ben Garcia and Steve Regas. Contact: John Haberkamp, 815.295.6031 or mailto: info@guardian-concepts.com
Demonstrate firearm handling while moving from behind cover and multiple target engagement. Open to the Public. Instructor: Steve Regas. Contact: John Haberkamp, 815.295.6031 or mailto: info@guardian-concepts.com
Illinois CCL Range Qualification. Open to the Public. Instructors: John, Steve, Ben, Ian, Chris, Keith, Cody. Contact: John Haberkamp, 815.295.6031 or mailto: info@guardian-concepts.com
Open to the public. Teaching new and experienced shooters the art of shooting Olympic style air pistol. $5 includes air pistol rental (if needed), targets, ammo, and instruction. Coaches: Richard Pearson and Mike Vernon Contact: Richard Pearson 815.635.3198 or executive@isra.org
Members only. This league is dedicated to practice for 3-Gun, USPSA, and Steel Challenge League every Friday afternoon. Fee: $20 and $10 each week after. Contact: Jeff Davis at 708.476.3257 or mailto: dtw1990@comcast.net or Jim Gorecki at 708.712.1312 or mailto: 3gngfn@gmail.com
Open to public and held on the last Saturday of the month. The AWA exists to enable women to be their own self-protectors, creating freedom, peace of mind, and confidence in themselves. Our vision is that women have the skills, mindset, and training to defend themselves and those in their care. Armed Women of America […]
Open to the public. Description: this is an introductory firearms training program focused on the safe and effective use of a rifle It emphasizes safety, marksmanship, and basic rifle handling. key major components being Safety, Rifle Familiarization, Marksmanship Fundamentals, and Operation. Instructor and Contact: KeJuan Thompson, kejuanthompson14@gmail.com or 815.501.5418
National Match Course - 30 rounds - Rim Fire and/or Center Fire, shot with one hand unsupported - iron sights or optics. Open to public. Contact: Jeff Battaglia at 708.614.1628 or mailto: jeffb@isra.org
Demonstrate weapon handling while moving from behind cover and multiple target engagement. Open to the public. Instructor: Steve Regas. Contact John Haberkamp 815.295.6031 or info@guardian-concepts.com
Open to public. You must be a GSSF Member; register/renew online through Glock. Registration begins at 9:00am; Mandatory Safety Briefing at 9:35am; Competition begins at 9:45am. Match Facilitators: Frank Perrotta and Tony Jacobazzi. Contact: Frank Perrotta at 630.240.5403 or mailto: fperro@sbcglobal.net There will be a drawing to win 50 rounds of 9mm at every shoot! […]
Open to public. To register online, click this link: https://illinoisstaterifleassociation.my.site.com/illinoisstaterifleassociation/s/register-for-event Cost: $60 (ISRA member); $100 (non member). This class will fulfill the requirement for IL CCL renewal. This class will cover Illinois and Federal laws as well as other pertinent information regarding concealed carry. Please bring firearm, holster (if available), minimum 30 rounds ammo, eye […]
Open to the public. Teaching new and experienced shooters the art of shooting Olympic style air pistol. $5 includes air pistol rental (if needed), targets, ammo, and instruction. Coaches: Richard Pearson and Mike Vernon Contact: Richard Pearson 815.635.3198 or executive@isra.org
Members only. This league is dedicated to practice for 3-Gun, USPSA, and Steel Challenge League every Friday afternoon. Fee: $20 and $10 each week after. Contact: Jeff Davis at 708.476.3257 or mailto: dtw1990@comcast.net or Jim Gorecki at 708.712.1312 or mailto: 3gngfn@gmail.com
This 2-day course is designed to prepare the defensive rifleman for the safe handling and use of this specialized weapon. Open to the Public. Instructor: John Farnam Click here for additional details and to register. Contact: John Farnam, 970.482.2520 or mailto: jsfarnam@aol.com
“Ninety-eight percent of the people in this country are decent, hardworking, honest Americans. It’s the other lousy two percent that get all the publicity. But then, we elected them.”
Lily Tomlin
“The people who work against your gun rights are basically saying to you, “The right of the criminal to rip you off, rape and kill you shall not be infringed.” And they wonder why we’re a bit testy”
Editor of KABA LIBERTY ADVOCATE, Friday, July 30, 2001
“I declare to you that woman must not depend upon the protection of man, but must be taught to protect herself, and there I take my stand.”
SUSAN B. ANTHONY
“You may find me one day dead in a ditch somewhere. But by God, you’ll find me in a pile of brass.”
Tpr. M. Padgett
“Using inner city kids as your proof that guns and kids don’t mix, is like using an alcoholic to prove all people will abuse alcohol.”
Lori Broadhead
“How dare politicians continue to pass insane laws forcing good, law-abiding people to be defenseless and helpless.”
Ted Nugent
The said Constitution [shall] never be construed to authorize Congress to infringe or to prevent the people of the United States from keeping their own arms.”
Samuel Adams, Massachusetts' U.S. Constitution Ratification Convention, 1788
“One of the greatest delusions in the world is the hope that the evils in this world are to be cured by legislation.”
Thomas B. Reed (1886)
“No free man shall ever be debarred the use of arms.”
Thomas Jefferson, Proposed Virginia Constitution (1776)
“Foolish liberals who are trying to read the Second Amendment out of the Constitution are courting disaster by encouraging others to use the same means to eliminate portions of the constitution THEY don’t like.”
Alan Dershowitz
“Every 13 seconds in America someone uses a gun to stop a crime.”
Sen. Larry Craig
“The AK-47 is not a device of aggression … I devised this machine-gun for the security of my country,”
