ERAD – Elk River After Dark | Self Defense Tennessee

ERAD – Elk River After Dark

Low Light & Night Vision Workshop (Members & LE/Mil Only)

ERAD is our low-light and night vision workshop. In this 4 to 6 hour workshop, we cover various aspects of shooting handguns and/or carbines in low light and no light situations. We break this workshop into two phases each session. First, we confirm zero with your firearms and equipment. Once zeroed we will transition to some basic drills focused on fundamentals while we wait for the sun to set. Once the sun sets, we begin with some low light and white light/visible laser drills for the group.
After dark, in the second phase of the workshop, we focus on white light and night vision shooting fundamentals. Suppressors are required if you wish to shoot with us after 6 PM. Rental rifles with white light and suppressors are available. In this phase we focus on active and passive shooting methods as well as night vision to white light transitions. Participants without night vision equipment may participate using white light.

Suppressors required for all shooters after dark

After dark, in the second phase of the workshop, we focus on white light and night vision shooting fundamentals. Suppressors are required if you wish to shoot with us after 6 PM. Rental rifles with white light and suppressors are available. In this phase we focus on active and passive shooting methods as well as night vision to white light transitions. Participants without night vision equipment may participate using white light.

Note: Start times will vary based on seasonal sunset times. Please be sure you have the correct start time. If you need to zero your weapon systems prior to the workshop, a range will be available two hours in advance of the workshop.

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Who should attend:

This is an intermediate level workshop. Participants should be comfortable with their weapon systems and equipment and have a firm grasp on the fundamental firearms safety rules and weapons handling skills.
Due to limited time, all weapons must be properly zeroed prior to this event. Participants will be granted access to the range 2 hours prior to event start time for zero.
Suppressors are required for shooters who intend to shoot after dark.

Night vision device set-up
Low light/Night vision marksmanship fundamentals
Rifle to handgun transitions
Passive and active applications of NV equipment and aiming devices

Shooting in and around barricades and vehicles
Low light/No light to white light transitions
And More...

Tuition:

Members & LE/Mil ONLY registration: $44.99 USD

Participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodations, and personal insurance (if desired). Accepted applicants will be notified as early as possible to allow ample time for arrangements and reservations.

Each applicant will be required to bring the following gear items. Gear is also available for rent upon request:

A serviceable handgun and fighting rifle with a sling and 2 magazines for each weapon system(Minimum)
Suppressor for fighting rifles. (A limited number of rental weapons are available)
Weapon mounted or handheld tactical light for both weapons
Head/helmet mounted night vision device (Optional)
Visible or IR weapon mounted laser aiming devices recommended if using NV goggles
Quality holster and magazine holder for handgun
Battle belt and/or plate carrier for rifle mags and equipment
Minimum of 50 rounds handgun and 100 rounds rifle. Commercially manufactured ammunition only for each weapon. (No reloads please)
Appropriate attire. Please dress for the weather and the environment. Bug spray is recommended.

Available for purchase/rent: