Gun Owners Radio

CA Fish & Wildlife Hunter Education Course For Hunting License
2026-08-08 08:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
This is a California Department of Fish & Wildlife certified Hunter Education course. Successful completion of this course will provide a California hunting license to the participant.
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Discount Gun Mart Table Top
2026-08-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Discount Gun Mart, 1510 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92115, United States
The Tabletop program seems like an excellent way to engage with the community and raise awareness about important issues related to gun rights and safety, as well as the work being done by SDCGO (San Diego County Gun Owners). By distributing printed materials, signing up people for newsletters, and recruiting new members, you’ll be helping to spread valuable information and grow the organization’s influence.

Women's Handgun 201: Intermediate Shooting
2026-08-08 12:00 - 14:00 | Rainbow Shooting Range — 3139 Rainbow Valley Blvd, Fallbrook, CA, 92028
This is the 2nd of 3 women’s handgun classes. This class will cover intermediate handgun in an instructional setting and end up on the shooting range. You can take one class by itself or sign up for all three.
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​Defensive Pistol 201: Intermediate Gunfighting
2026-08-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Rainbow Shooting Range — 3149 Rainbow Valley Blvd, Fallbrook, CA, 92028
You will work on moving and shooting, using cover and concealment, non-traditional shooting platforms and engaging multiple targets.
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Handgun Basics For New Shooters
2026-08-11 08:00 - 12:00 | Personal Protection Academy LLC — 3139 Rainbow Valley Blvd., Fallbrook, CA, 92028
This class is intended for new or newer shooters who want to learn about basic gun handling, safety, and shooting in the classroom. We will then take those new skills out to the range and guide you through taking shots on paper.
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AR-15 201: Intermediate
2026-08-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Mike Raahauge Shooting — 14995 River Road, Eastvale, CA, 92880
This is not a beginner course. No matter you level of experience, we encourage you to take our 101 course first.
Learn alternative platforms, fix malfunctions and moving and shooting.
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8-HOUR CONCEALED CARRY RANGE CLASS – DAY 2 INITIAL or RENEWAL
2026-08-14 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-09-18 08:00 - 10:00 | OUTDOOR PRIVATE RANGE ALPINE
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CONCEALED CARRY DAY-ONE 8-HOUR CLASS FOR 16-HOUR APPLICANTS
2026-08-15 08:30 - 10:30, 2026-08-18 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-09-19 08:30 - 10:30 | Indoor Classroom in El Cajon
NOT A RANGE CLASS
Use this link to register for the first 8-Hour CCW Training Course: California Concealed Carry (CCW) Initial, Day 1 | USCCA Training (usconcealedcarry.com)
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CONCEALED CARRY 8-HOUR RENEWAL CLASS
2026-08-15 08:30 - 10:30, 2026-08-18 08:00 - 10:00 | Indoor Classroom in El Cajon
SEPARATE RANGE QUAL – Renewal Students have a separate Range Qualification indoors on Monday Nights See Schedule for dates
Use this link to register for the first 8-Hour CCW Training Course: California Concealed Carry (CCW) Initial, Day 1 | USCCA Training (usconcealedcarry.com)
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Guns n Moses Shooting Social
2026-08-16 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-09-06 08:00 - 10:00 | Poway Weapons and Gear, 13550 Danielson St, Poway, CA, 92064, United States
Be a mentor at our Guns N’ Moses shooting social.
Bring a handgun (9mm) for the mentee to use, and walk them through shooting 50 rounds of ammo.
We will give a safety brief and you will be randomly assigned someone to work with.
You will be given 10-15 minutes to go over the basics on a cold range. (Stance, grip, sight picture, loading, magazine release, slide lock etc)
You will help your shooter fire their ammunition through your gun. Your goal is to provide a safe, fun, and SAFE first-time shooting experience. Again, most of these shooters have never fired a gun before. We just want to take the mystery out of shooting by giving a safe, fun, first-time experience.

Mastery Of The Red Dot
2026-08-16 09:00 - 13:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 9301-9681 Hwy 76, Pala, CA, 92059
Take deep dive into the red dot. All three of our Red Dot courses in one class with a deep discount and no range fees.
Go from 0 to 100 with your red dot in one day.
Each student must provide their own pistol with a red dot already mounted. Each student must provide a holster made for their make and model of handgun.
Facilities are rustic. Be prepared for nature calls. Bring a chair, snacks & water.
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Competition Shooting Lab 101
2026-08-16 14:00 - 18:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 9301-9681 Hwy 76, Pala, CA, 92059
Learn the rules and scoring of USPSA to make you a superior & safer competitor. Focus on the things which set you up for success: draw, grip, trigger press, target transitions, reloads & gear set up.
The shooting range is near Pala on private property east of the 15 just south of the 76. Exact directions will be provided before the event. We will meet near Pala Rey Produce before the class & caravan 2 minutes to the range. THE CLASS IS NOT HELD IN MURRIETA. THAT IS THE LOCATION OF OUR OFFICE.
A deep dive into USPSA competitive shooting for new and experienced competitors.
These courses will be taught by an instructor who has the following experience: USPSA Certified Range Officer USPSA National Championships, three times Competes in three USPSA divisions; Carry Optics (red dot), Limited (iron sights), and PCC (pistol caliber carbine)
It is not mandatory to take the two Competition Shooting Lab classes in order; however, it is highly encouraged. Facilities are rustic. Be prepared for nature calls. Bring a chair, snacks & water. ​ Iron sights, optics & PCCs are welcome. Competition belts are not mandatory. Holsters, lots of magazines, magazine pouches, speed loaders & 300 rounds of ammunition are required. PCCs must be in rifle bags. Keep all guns stored until instructed.
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CCW ADD GUN QUAL OR BSIS QUALIFICATION SHOOT QUAL ONLY
2026-08-17 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-07 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Indoors, The Gun Range San Diego on Balboa Avenue
NOT A CCW CLASS
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SDCGO Shooting Social – NCSC
2026-08-22 08:00 - 10:00 | North County Shooting Center, 1440 Descanso Ave., San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
Be a mentor at our SDCGO shooting social.
Bring a handgun (9mm) for the mentee to use, and walk them through shooting 50 rounds of ammo.
We will give a safety brief and you will be randomly assigned someone to work with.
You will be given 10-15 minutes to go over the basics on a cold range. (Stance, grip, sight picture, loading, magazine release, slide lock etc)
You will help your shooter fire their ammunition through your gun. Your goal is to provide a safe, fun, and SAFE first-time shooting experience. Again, most of these shooters have never fired a gun before. We just want to take the mystery out of shooting by giving a safe, fun, first-time experience.

8-HOUR CONCEALED CARRY RANGE CLASS – DAY 2 INITIAL or RENEWAL
2026-08-22 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-09-12 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-09-26 08:00 - 10:00 | OUTDOOR PRIVATE RANGE ESCONDIDO

NRA Personal Protection Outside The Home Instructor
2026-09-09 08:00 - 2026-09-11 17:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
Teaches students the knowledge, skills and attitude essential for avoiding dangerous confrontations and for the safe, effective and responsible use of a concealed pistol for self-defense outside the home.
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CONCEALED CARRY INITIAL, RENEWAL, AND DAY-1 OF THE 16-HOUR CLASS
2026-09-11 08:00 - 10:00 | INDOOR CLASSROOM ONLY IN LA MESA
Renewal students have a separate Range Qualification indoors on Monday Nights See Schedule for dates
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Competition Shooting Lab 201
2026-09-14 09:00 - 13:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 9301-9681 Hwy 76, Pala, CA, 92059
Deep dive on USPSA rules & techniques. Shoot numerous actual stages. Receive scores & critique & shoot ’em again. Learn stage planning & execution.
The shooting range is near Pala on private property east of the 15 just south of the 76. Exact directions will be provided before the event. We will meet near Pala Rey Produce before the class & caravan 2 minutes to the range. THE CLASS IS NOT HELD IN MURRIETA. THAT IS THE LOCATION OF OUR OFFICE.
A deep dive into USPSA competitive shooting for new and experienced competitors.
These courses will be taught by an instructor who has the following experience: USPSA Certified Range Officer USPSA National Championships, three times Competes in three USPSA divisions; Carry Optics (red dot), Limited (iron sights), and PCC (pistol caliber carbine)
It is not mandatory to take the two Competition Shooting Lab classes in order; however, it is highly encouraged. Facilities are rustic. Be prepared for nature calls. Bring a chair, snacks & water. ​ Iron sights, optics & PCCs are welcome. Competition belts are not mandatory. Holsters, lots of magazines, magazine pouches, speed loaders & 300 rounds of ammunition are required. PCCs must be in rifle bags. Keep all guns stored until instructed.
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CONCEALED CARRY 8-HOUR RENEWAL CLASS
2026-09-19 08:30 - 10:30 | Indoor Classroom in El Cajon
(SEPARATE RANGE QUAL – Renewal Students have a separate Range Qualification indoors on Monday Nights See Schedule for dates)
Use this link to register for the first 8-Hour CCW Training Course: California Concealed Carry (CCW) Initial, Day 1 | USCCA Training (usconcealedcarry.com)
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Women's Handgun 301: Defensive Shooting
2026-09-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Rainbow Shooting Range — 3139 Rainbow Valley Blvd, Fallbrook, CA, 92028
This is the 3rd of 3 women’s handgun classes. This class will cover defensive handgun in an instructional setting and end up on the shooting range. You can take one class by itself or sign up for all three.
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Women's Handgun 101: Introduction to Shooting
2026-10-03 08:00 - 12:00 | Rainbow Shooting Range — 3139 Rainbow Valley Blvd, Fallbrook, CA, 92028
This is the 1st of 3 women’s handgun classes. This class will cover handgun basics in an instructional setting and end up on the shooting range. You can take one class by itself or sign up for all three.
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