PLEASE NOTE: Class schedule may be affected by State quarantine rules and the operating status of the Machine Gun Nest Range. At the current time, the range is closed until further notice. I am accepting names for a waitlist and plan to adjust my class schedule / open more class dates once things return to normal. I appreciate everyone's patience and understanding through this frustrating time. -Kamil
Current HQL Class Schedule
Class Schedule:
- Saturday, 4/4/20, from 9am-1pm
- Saturday, 4/18/20, from 9am-1pm
- Saturday, 4/25/20, from 9am-1pm
Location: The Machine Gun Nest classroom and indoor range. 7910 Reichs Ford Rd, Frederick, MD 21704
Cost: $100, includes range time.
Group Discount: If you register with one or more friends, each of you will receive 10% off!
Registration info: Email me at [email protected] to reserve your spot.
Tell me your full name, as you would like it to appear on your certificate, and which of the above dates you prefer. I'll send you an invoice via PayPal. Once payment is submitted, your spot is reserved!
Who needs this course?
Effective October 1, 2013, most residents of the State of Maryland who wish to purchase a regulated firearm (handgun) must apply for a HQL license. There are some exceptions:
If you are active, retired, or honorably discharged from the US Armed Services, lawfully purchased or registered a handgun before October 2013, or have completed a hunter safety course in the past 3 years, you may not need this training.
Please check out my FAQ page to see if you qualify for an exemption. Feel free to email me if you have questions about the training requirements.
I'm happy to offer this training to everyone, as you will still learn valuable skills and knowledge, but I want everyone to be aware of the training requirements before they sign up.
Course Breakdown
Classroom Instruction:
- Unit 1: MD Firearms Laws (~30 min)
- Unit 2: Firearms Safety (~30 min)
- Unit 3: Pistol Parts and Function (~30 min)
- Unit 4: Ammunition (~30 min)
- Unit 5: Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting (~60 min)
Live-Fire Instruction:
- Unit 6: Live Fire Exercise (~60 min)
Each student will have the opportunity to fire a handgun at a target under the close supervision and guidance of an experienced instructor.
I have different handguns available for students to use, in calibers as low as .22LR. If you have any specific needs (arthritis, small hands, etc.) please let me know and I'll bring something that will work for you.
What should I bring?
Bring a government-issued photo ID. The range staff will need to see it before you are allowed to shoot at their facility.
You will need to get fingerprints done no more than 30 days before submitting your HQL application. I recommend using the Frederick County Sheriff's Office. They are open Tuesday-Thursday, 11am - 5pm, no appointment required. For more info about their services and fees, click here.
All other materials will be provided including:
- Eye and ear protection (or bring your own)
- Handguns and ammunition
- Targets
DO NOT bring firearms or ammunition into the classroom.