Shooting Sports

West Fargo Park District offers Shooting Sports programs that give youth the opportunity to learn focus and responsibility in a structured environment. Programs are designed to introduce participants to safe shooting practices while building confidence and skill development. Whether participants are new to the sport or continuing to grow their abilities, these programs provide a supportive place to learn and improve. Explore the opportunities below to learn more about available programs and registration details.

This program is an introduction to shooting sports. The primary course objectives include instruction of safe air gun handling practices, sight alignment, and trigger control. Must participate in this Intro class before moving on to Intermediate Air Pistol. All required equipment and materials, including air pistols, supporting stands, pellets, targets, and eye protection, are provided.

All classes are held at the Red River Marksmanship Center, 640 16th St. NE, West Fargo.

Participants must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

For the safety of all involved, any student who demonstrates inappropriate or disruptive behavior will be removed from class immediately.

HAVE YOU TAKEN THE INTRO TO AIR PISTOL CLASS ALREADY? IF NOT, YOU MAY NOT TAKE THIS CLASS UNTIL YOU HAVE TAKEN THE INTRO CLASS.

This level is for students who have already taken the Intro to Air Pistol program. Intermediate Air Pistol is a continuation of the Intro to Air Pistol Program. The students will practice their skills and will gradually be introduced to additional shooting positions. The goal of this class is to allow students the opportunity to continue to develop safe gun handling and marksmanship skills in a controlled environment. All required equipment and materials, including air pistols, supporting stands, pellets, targets, and eye protection are provided. Recommended for ages 8-18. All classes are held at the Red River Marksmanship Center, 640 16th St. NE, West Fargo.

Participants must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

For the safety of all involved, any student that demonstrates inappropriate or disruptive behavior will be removed from class immediately.

This class will take shooters to the next level and introduce them to the .22 long rifle caliber. Participants will be taught shooting safety along with rifle shooting fundamentals such as sighting, stance, and trigger control. In addition, they will learn about the .22 lr cartridge and have an opportunity to try different .22 caliber action types. All supplies and equipment will be provided. Recommended for ages 9-18. All classes are held at the Red River Marksmanship Center, 640 16th St. NE, West Fargo. *There is no prerequisite to take this class.

Participants must be accompanied by a responsible adults.

For the safety of all involved, any student who demonstrates inappropriate or disruptive behavior will be removed from class immediately.

This program is an introduction to BB gun shooting and basic firearm safety. Classes will consist of individual marksmanship practice and an occasional quiz on the topics of gun safety and marksmanship. All supplies and equipment will be provided. Recommended for ages 6-12. All classes are held at the Red River Marksmanship Center, 640 16th St. NE, West Fargo.

Participants must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

For the safety of all involved, any student who demonstrates inappropriate or disruptive behavior will be removed from class immediately.