One of the coolest days yet at the range! We first had to go through the qualification for P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training). There were a lot of nerves there that morning with us, but I am proud to say that everyone passed this without a problem! With all the pressure off our back we were able to have a day were we became familiar with different types of weapons that we might come across in our careers.
I unfortunately did not have a camera with me on this day. We were able to shoot and handle the following guns: AR-15, MP5, .38 Special, and a double action handgun. It was a blast to be able to manipulate such an array of weapons.
We ended the day by having real live shots fired way above our heads. Our instructors set this up so that we would be able to know what it feels and sounds like to have shots fired in our direction. This experience was eye opening. I had no clue that most shots or bullets, given the space, will break the sound barrier! The sounds that is made reminds me of a loud lightning strike right next to you. The “crack” is accompanied by a “whizz” that seems to be right next to you. When of course the sounds came from way above our heads.
Pretty awesome day!
