GARY DAUGHERTY – Lead Instructor
Gary@FirearmSafetyInstitute.com
CERTIFICATIONS
NRA Certified Instructor - Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun
NRA Certified Range Safety Officer
NRA Certified Refuse To Be A Victim Instructor
Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Certified
Illinois State Police Authorized Concealed Carry Instructor
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Massad Ayoob Group (MAG-40) Graduate, Staff
Lt. Col. Dave Grossman Ret.
Rob Pincus (I.C.E. Training)
Kathy Jackson: Cornered Cat: Defensive Handgun 2 Day Class
Don Stahlnecker: Handgun Retention
Bob Mayne and Ben Branam: Beyond Concealed Carry Enhanced
Tonya Franklin: ACT FAST (Armed Civilian Tactical First Aid Safety Training)
MEMBERSHIPS
National Rifle Association (NRA Life Member)
Gun Owners of America (GOA Life Member)
Second Amendment Foundation (SAF Life Member)
Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA)
Illinois Carry
Guns Save Life
Grass Roots North Carolina
International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA)
United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA)
OVERVIEW: Gary has enjoyed shooting for over 30 years. His love of shooting and all things related to firearm safety and training lead him to become an NRA Certified Instructor so that he could share his knowledge and passion with others. He regularly participates in professional development and continues training to improve and expand his skills. This allows him to offer the ultimate learning experience to his students. Gary is a regular participant on The Polite Society Podcast, a weekly discussion covering legislation, news and practical information important to all in the firearm community.