2.0-//209.15.37.9//NONSGML kigkonsult.se iCalcreator 2.26.9//GREGORIANPUBLISHVernon Air Cadets 223 Red Lion SquadronYouth Programhttps://223redlion.caAmerica/VancouverAmerica/VancouverAmerica/Vancouver2025-11-02T02:00:002026-11-01T02:00:00PST-07:00-08:002026-03-08T02:00:002027-03-14T02:00:00PDT-08:00-07:00ai1ec-3500@223redlion.ca2025-11-08T15:53:18ZMarksmanship<h1>Marksmanship</h1> <p><strong>Location : G20</strong></p> <p><strong>RSO : Captain Noorduyn</strong></p> <p><strong>Attire : Comfortable civilian clothes</strong></p> <p>This is an optional Cadet activity for those Cadets interested in Marksmanship.</p> <p>This is the start of Marksmanship.</p> <p>New Cadets bring a notepad and pencil.</p> <p>Bring your bottled water or beverage.</p> <h2>What is the optional program about?</h2> <p>The <strong>Marksmanship Program</strong> is designed to introduce cadets to the safe and proficient use of air rifles for sport and recreation. It is structured to be both <strong>participatory</strong> and <strong>competitive</strong>, and is modeled after Olympic-style shooting.</p> <h2>What are Cadets Taught?</h2> <ul> <li><strong>Safe handling and operation</strong> of air rifles (typically the Daisy 853C, firing .177 calibre pellets).</li> <li>The <strong>five principles of marksmanship</strong>: <ol> <li><strong>Position</strong></li> <li><strong>Aiming</strong></li> <li><strong>Holding</strong></li> <li><strong>Breathing</strong></li> <li><strong>Trigger control</strong></li> </ol> </li> <li><strong>Range etiquette</strong> and sportsmanship.</li> <li><strong>Self-discipline</strong>, <strong>responsibility</strong>, and <strong>confidence</strong> through structured training and competition.</li> </ul> <h2>What about Safety?</h2> <p>Safety is a core component of the program:</p> <ul> <li>All training is conducted under the supervision of qualified <strong>Cadet Instructors</strong> and <strong>Civilian Instructors</strong>.</li> <li>The air rifles used are <strong>not classified as firearms</strong> under federal law due to their low muzzle velocity.</li> <li>Cadets are trained in <strong>range safety protocols</strong>, including handling, loading, and firing procedures.</li> </ul> <h2>Training & Competition Levels</h2> <p>The program includes:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Familiarization</strong>: Basic introduction to air rifle use (mandatory).</li> <li><strong>Classification</strong>: Skill-based shooting for qualification badges (complementary).</li> <li><strong>Recreational</strong>: Casual shooting for enjoyment and practice (optional).</li> <li><strong>Competitive</strong>: Local, zone, provincial, and national competitions</li> </ul> <h2>Qualifications</h2> <p>Cadets can earn marksmanship badges based on their shooting accuracy:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Marksman</strong></li> <li><strong>First Class Marksman</strong></li> <li><strong>Expert Marksman</strong></li> <li><strong>Distinguished Marksman</strong></li> </ul> <p> </p> <hr /> <p>Nov 2, 2025 2Lt Rossner</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p>America/Vancouver2025-11-03T18:30:00America/Vancouver2025-11-03T21:00:00America/Vancouver2025-11-03T18:30:00America/Vancouver2025-11-10T18:30:00America/Vancouver2025-11-17T18:30:00America/Vancouver2025-11-24T18:30:00America/Vancouver2025-12-01T18:30:00America/Vancouver2025-12-08T18:30:00America/Vancouver2025-12-15T18:30:00en-USmarksmanship,Optional TrainingG200https://223redlion.ca/event/marksmanship-6/free