Handgun Familiarization Course Offered By Mountain Brook PD

MOUNTAIN BROOK, AL — To say that gun ownership is common among Alabama adults would be an understatement of significant proportions. In act there are more guns owned in Alabama tan in the entire country of Spain. However, not everyone knows the ins and outs of handguns.

The Mountain Brook Police Department is hosting a handgun familiarization course for that purpose. This course is designed for someone with little or no experience that would like to become more familiar with handgun safety, handling and operation.

The course will be held Saturday, November 9 at 8 a.m. at the Mountain Brook Police and Fire Training Center. It will consist of classroom lecture along with live fire exercises. Course length is approximately six hours.

Participants must be 21 years of age and furnish the following items:

• A serviceable handgun (to be inspected at beginning of class)
• A method to secure the weapon (holster or carrying case)
• 150-200 rounds of ammunition (no reloaded ammunition)
• Eye & ear protection

A concealed carry gun permit is not required but recommended to attend this class. Proper attire is required (a durable short and/or long sleeve shirt, long pants, and sturdy footwear) a ball cap is also recommended. Water will be provided during live fire exercises but you are welcome to bring a cooler with non-alcoholic drinks.

Class size is very limited. However, additional classes will be held in the near future.

Anyone interested in participating in this class should contact Sgt. D. Evans at evansdr@mtnbrook.org.