Marksmanship

Location : G20

RSO : Captain Noorduyn

Attire : Comfortable civilian clothes

This is an optional Cadet activity for those Cadets interested in Marksmanship.

This is the start of Marksmanship.

New Cadets bring a notepad and pencil.

Bring your bottled water or beverage.

What is the optional program about?

The Marksmanship Program is designed to introduce cadets to the safe and proficient use of air rifles for sport and recreation. It is structured to be both participatory and competitive, and is modeled after Olympic-style shooting.

What are Cadets Taught?

• Safe handling and operation of air rifles (typically the Daisy 853C, firing .177 calibre pellets).
• The five principles of marksmanship:
  1. Position
  2. Aiming
  3. Holding
  4. Breathing
  5. Trigger control
• Range etiquette and sportsmanship.
• Self-discipline, responsibility, and confidence through structured training and competition.

What about Safety?

Safety is a core component of the program:

• All training is conducted under the supervision of qualified Cadet Instructors and Civilian Instructors.
• The air rifles used are not classified as firearms under federal law due to their low muzzle velocity.
• Cadets are trained in range safety protocols, including handling, loading, and firing procedures.

Training & Competition Levels

The program includes:

• Familiarization: Basic introduction to air rifle use (mandatory).
• Classification: Skill-based shooting for qualification badges (complementary).
• Recreational: Casual shooting for enjoyment and practice (optional).
• Competitive: Local, zone, provincial, and national competitions

Qualifications

Cadets can earn marksmanship badges based on their shooting accuracy:

• Marksman
• First Class Marksman
• Expert Marksman
• Distinguished Marksman

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