Air Rifle training was introduced to the Canadian Cadet Movement in the 1990s.
The Canadian Cadet Movement’s Air Rifle is the Daisy/Avanti 853C .177 Caliber Target Air Rifle. The Daisy model was created specifically for the Canadian Cadet Movement. Because of the low muzzle velocity, the Daisy 853C is not classified as a firearm under the current Federal Gun Legislation.
Training & Safety
Our training always teaches to the higher standard, so even though the 853C is not a firearm, we treat it as such. Following all the safety rules and guidelines of safe firearm handling (safety equipment, i.e. glasses). A qualified Canadian Forces Range Safety Officer (RSO) runs the range to a standard that is at least equal to the civilian standard, but in most cases exceeds it.
Air Rifle Ranges
Air Rifle ranges can be setup virtually anywhere. We routinely setup in the basement of the Legion, and in the field during Field Training Exercises (FTXs). The range is configured in 1.5 metre x 10 metre lanes. Cadets typically fire from the prone (lying down) position, however some may shoot in the standing position at the competitive level.
Qualifications
Qualifications below are 10 shot, 2 groupings of 5 pellets per target during the same relay;
