Hillsdale College has introduced a novel shooting program named the SSD-193 Modern American Riflery Course at the John A. Halter Shooting Center, announced during the 2024 United States Practical Shooting Association National Collegiate Championships. The course, conducted by Action Pistol Head Coach Adam Burlew, utilizes the Springfield Armory SA-16A2, a civilian version of the M16A2. Through Springfield Armory's generous donation of 12 rifles, students are trained in traditional rifle skills, using techniques that emphasize the use of iron sights at distances up to 100 yards.
This course aims to revive the foundational skills of shooting without the aid of modern optics, focusing on open-sighted rifles and traditional marksmanship. Conducted over eight sessions, it includes lectures on rifle operation, maintenance, safety, and shooting technique. The course specifically targets AR-15 style rifles, embracing classic targets and shooting positions such as prone, standing, and kneeling. The traditional approach is not only intended to enhance shooting precision but also instill a deeper concentration on firearm handling among students. Coach Burlew emphasizes that mastery in these fundamentals can significantly aid a shooter's transition to more advanced equipment in their future ventures.
To experience this specialized shooting curriculum firsthand and learn more about its objectives, you can read the full article, Hillsdale College’s SSD-193 Modern American Riflery Course - The Armory Life.
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