- Class length: 3-hour classroom session with outdoor inert pepper spray tutorial
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- A dynamic, interactive presentation given by a knowledgeable Alaskan offers insight into specific bear biology, identification and understanding of body language, behavior, and seasonal / locational aspects
- An in-depth video presentation introduces situational awareness, do’s and don’ts, and highlights ways we can have safe encounters without conditioning bear behavior or jeopardizing future encounters
- This course identifies the advantages and disadvantages of pepper spray and focuses on its successful field use through informative, hands-on training
- State laws regarding pepper spray and firearm bear defense are outlined, reporting procedures are provided, and questions specific to your context are answered
- Included with course: training packet, field identification tools, inert pepper spray canister for live fire practice, certificate of completion
- This course is independently offered for Brown / Grizzly / Black Bear or for Polar Bear (2 separate subjects) Please indicate which training is needed / desired
- This training meets the requirements of many state and local entities – please check with your employer for certification parameters
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- Four-hour hands-on course with live-fire drills and practical instruction.
- Gun safety-first approach plus mindset and legal basics.
- Introduces reliable function and consistent shot placement.
- Malfunctions, reloads, and core firearm operations explained.
- Rental packages are available.
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Foundational 4-hour basic rifle training focuses on safety, function, accuracy, and confidence
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Covers scope adjustment, benchrest technique, foundational ballistics, and data collected out to 200 yards
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Requires a bolt action rifle, optic or iron sights, and 40 to 60 rounds of ammunition
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Builds repeatable technique for hunting, target shooting, and future long-range work
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Rental rifles are available, and supplementary equipment is available to borrow
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- Class length: 4-hour live-fire range course
- Focus: safety, gun and ammo selection, shot placement, basic ballistics, and what makes an effective “bear gun”
- Holsters, slings, and effective carry options for field work and recreation
- Practical function – getting effective impacts under pressure
- Alaska bear-defense laws and reporting parameters,
- Bear Defense / Bear Guard qualification – proctored (if applicable)
- Offered for individuals, private groups, or corporate training
- This training meets the requirements of many state and local entities. Please check with your employer for certification parameters
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Class format: 2–4 hour one-on-one private firearms training; 2 hour minimum
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Session types: Try Before You Buy, skill building, Basic Handgun, Basic Rifle, Basic Carbine, Firearms for Bear, Data Download
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Equipment and tools: use your own firearms or our training fleet; long-range camera and lab radar available; option to add a second shooter; range fees, rentals, and ammo handled separately
- Accurate Advantage staff will reach out to you to schedule your private training session.
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Class length: 2–4 hour private/custom youth firearm training session
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Focus: foundational firearm safety, handling, safety absolutes, and basic marksmanship for young shooters
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Requirements: youth must be physically and mentally capable; rimfire rifle or handgun and 100 rounds factory ammo required; rentals, family/small group options, homeschool and scholarship discounts available
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- Six-hour hands-on course with live-fire movement and multiple target engagement
- Builds accuracy and speed with reloads, malfunction clearing, and handgun manipulation
- Introduces bilateral shooting and team communication for situational effectiveness
- Strengthens defensive mindset and decision-making under pressure
- Designed to make you faster, more precise, and more confident under real-world conditions
- Rental packages are available
- Prerequisite: Basic Handgun 101 or equivalent training
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- 4- hour course that builds on our Basic Bolt Rifle Course and moves shooters into more confident, repeatable precision at greater distances
- Covers intermediate ballistics helping you understanding atmospherics to build and prove a custom drop card
- Teaches vital elements of follow through and shot diagnosis for practical accuracy at distance
- Introduces stress to evolve performance under pressure and teaches vital elements of follow through and recoil recovery
- Instills safe, intuitive habits that promote quicker, more effective decision-making
- Prerequisites: Basic Bolt Rifle or equivalent experience
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- Course Length: 4 hours
- Learn safety, setup, maintenance, efficient reloads, and malfunction clearing
- Build accuracy and confidence with drills from point-blank to 50 yards
- Includes barricade work, sling use, and Alaska-specific legal considerations
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Course Length: 4 hours
- Rifles must have a confirmed 100-yard zero (no exceptions), and participants must possess established rifle proficiency with reliable accuracy and DOPE to 300 yards
- Learn effective shooting bag selection and management for maximized stability
- Build solid, adaptable shooting positions tailored to the needs of the target
- Refine control of wobble zone, improve pre and post recoil management and develop the ability to spot impacts
- Apply new skills through realistic mock stages designed to reinforce technique
- Strengthen core fundamentals essential for sport shooters, hunters, and competitive marksmen
- Prerequisites: Intermediate Bolt Rifle or Mid-Range Practical Bolt Rifle or equivalent training
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Alaska concealed carry permit obtained through hands-on training that builds confidence in safety, law, and defensive shooting skills.
- For ages 21+ with prior handgun experience.
- Meets Alaska’s 12-hour training requirement.
- Includes classroom and range sessions.
- Covers defense boundaries, state law, firearm safety, and baseline shooting proficiency.
- Permit valid ~5 years and reciprocal with 38 states.
- Receive the forms to submit your CHP packet to the State of Alaska.
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- Intensive eight-hour advanced handgun training designed for seasoned shooters
- Enhances reactive ability through live-fire movement and scenario-driven drills
- Develops rapid decision-making and critical thinking under pressure
- Refines marksmanship from unconventional shooting positions
- Introduces techniques for building positional structure for optimal performance
- Pressure drills elevate accuracy, speed, and confidence in realistic conditions
- Gear requirements: personal or rental handgun, four magazines (pistol) or six speed loaders (revolver), 500 rounds of ammo
- Prerequisites: Intermediate Handgun 201
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