The Villages Straight Shooters Gun Safety, Education, Marksmanship

The Villages Straight Shooters runs year-round shooting activities at Shooters World and Ocala Sportsman's Association (OSA), with membership-based participation and affordable range fees.

• •Bullseye Shooting - Rimfire and centerfire sessions, 10-week programs on Mondays and Thursdays
• •Bullseye Rimfire Rifle - Tuesday sessions, 10 weeks
• •Defensive Pistol Drills (ARES) - Concealed carry pistol focus, held Tuesdays and multiple dates monthly
• •NRA Marksmanship Shoots - Structured competitive shoots with targets provided
• •Multi-Distance Bench Rest Rifle Competition - 2-week duration events
• •Pistol & Rifle Competition - 5-week programs for skill development
• •Club & Ladies Combined Shoot - All skill levels welcome, including complete beginners
• •Smokeless Simulator Shoots - Dry-fire training with Laser Lyte guns
• •Instructional Shoots - Monthly beginner-friendly events at Shooters World (10 AM start)

Ladies Only Orientation covers understanding your gun, disassembly and assembly, cleaning, and shooting fundamentals including grip, stance, sight picture, and trigger control. Future sessions expand to advanced topics.

AR-15 Orientation prepares members for modern rifle shooting.

New Member Briefing introduces club operations and range procedures.

• •FFL Transfer Services - Firearms transfers processed for members
• •Laser Bore Sight Services - Sight adjustment support at competitions
• •Ask the Gun Gurus - Expert Q&A from experienced club members
• •Gun Cleaning Resources - Video guides and local cleaning service referrals (Hicks Gun Cleaning Service available for home pickup in The Villages)
• •Gun Safe Recommendations - Curated list including Fort Knox, Liberty, Steelwater, Vaultek, and Gun Vault models
• •Classified Ads - Member marketplace for handguns, long guns, ammo, and accessories

Florida law makes it a felony to allow a child access to a gun. The club emphasizes safe storage, especially for grandchildren visiting The Villages.

OSA offers exclusive private lanes for each shooter—no lane sharing required. Club staff available to assist all experience levels. Range time at $10 is a special member rate.

General meetings held 4th Monday of each month at Eisenhower, 6:30 PM (doors open 5:30 PM). Monthly raffles with gift prizes. Active membership participation in events correlates directly with skill improvement.

All members receive insurance coverage during club shooting activities. Membership ID name tags (showing expiration date) required at all events. Strict adherence to VSS Range Safety Rules and venue-specific rules mandatory. Medical Emergency Information forms available to members.

Monthly expert presentations cover topics including PTSD, firearm safety, handgun selection, defensive tactics, and historical firearms. Recent speakers include Dr. Michael Murrell, Don Fraser, Steve Mosel, and Sumter County Sheriff's Office.