rkhnolan

Thanks for the input. I would never let him hunt on his own! I guess the next step after this course, Is to find shooting lessons, and then perhaps a gun of our own (we don't own one) if I can find someone who will take him out with them. Or he may take another route first and decide to target shoot before he hunts. I just need to find a place to do that. I checked into a few around here and gun clubs are expensive and they don't seem to have junior memberships. Any thoughts on the lessons and the target shooting? I am hoping someone at the local class might have some ideas. Thank you all so much

Thank you ALL for your helpful and thoughtful remarks. 1. He and I (ha!) are enrolled in a DEC Hunter Safety Training Class at Stonykill next month. Thanks for that great tip. 2. I had been investigating local clubs and none with lessons in fall only spring. 3. I do not even know what a hunting guardian is. Can someone please explain?? Thank you again Rkhnolan

Hi there I am new to your forum; thanks for having it. I am looking for: 1. A gun safety class for a 13 year old boy who loves to shoot 2. Shotgun/rifle (don't know the difference) lessons for him, perhaps at a gun club or private with an expert would be good; weekly or twice a week til the season starts (we will be around but you probably won't) Group classes fine also just can't find any. 3. Can pay reasonable amount. 4. Location: Beacon NY. Will drive to Orange, southern Ulster, Putnam, an hour. THANKS A LOT