Muzzleloading shotguns are used in such activities as muzzleloading hunting, competitions and historical reenactments like skirmishes and frontier rendezvous...
This course includes 10 hours of instruction on muzzleloading shotgun parts and operation, blackpowder and ammunition, safety, cleaning, storage, loading procedures and shooting fundamentals... Students participate in range firing exercises under the supervision of instructors...
The course's objective is to teach the basic knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for the safe and proper use of a muzzleloading shotgun... The Basic Muzzleloading Shotgun Course is a cooperative program of the NRA and the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association (NMLRA)...