Introduction to scoped carbine

Course Title: Introduction to Scoped Carbine

Course Description:

The Introduction to Scoped Carbine course is designed for shooters who want to gain a solid understanding of running a carbine rifle equipped with a low-power variable optic (LPVO) or magnified optic. This class bridges the gap between close-quarters carbine fundamentals and precision rifle work, emphasizing proper optic setup, zeroing procedures, and effective engagement at variable distances.

Whether you’re a newer shooter, hunter, or tactical enthusiast, this course will help you get the most out of your optic-equipped rifle through professional instruction and practical range application.

Topics Covered:

• Firearms and range safety
• Overview of optic types (LPVO, fixed magnification, red dot with magnifier)
• Mounting and zeroing procedures (including 50/200 and 100-yard zeros)
• Rifle setup and accessories
• Fundamentals of marksmanship and recoil control
• Holdovers, reticle use, and basic ballistic concepts
• Supported and unsupported shooting positions
• Target engagement from 25 to 300 yards
• Transitioning from magnified to non-magnified optics (if applicable)

Who Should Attend:

• Carbine owners adding an optic for the first time
• Shooters seeking more precision from their AR platform
• Hunters, competitors, or defense-minded civilians
• Law enforcement or security professionals upgrading gear

Duration: 6–8 hours (includes classroom and range time)

Required Equipment:

• AR-15 or similar semi-automatic rifle with magnified optic.
• 200-250 rounds of ammunition
• Minimum of two magazines
• Eye and ear protection
• Sling and two magazines
• Tools for optic adjustments (if needed)
• Weather-appropriate clothing, hydration, and snacks

• Optional: gloves, knee pads, mag pouches, plate carriers

**After purchase of this class and closer to the class date, a Recoil Acres instructor will e-mail you with the location and final class details regarding your attendance. Based on class size and firing range availability, the location can change between New Hampshire locations; including Littleton, Bethlehem and Whitefield for Recoil Acres classes and Canterbury New Hampshire. **

The refund policy for Recoil Acres is as follows: If you need to cancel a class, please reach out to us at recoilacres@gmail.com. If the cancellation notice is given within two weeks of the class date, the payment can be transferred and used for another Recoil Acres class within the next 12 months. However, if the class is canceled more than two weeks in advance, the payment can be refunded using the original method of payment.