Project Appleseed: Promoting Rifle Marksmanship and American Heritage

Project Appleseed in Colorado

About Project Appleseed

Project Appleseed is a national non-profit organization that promotes civic responsibility and rifle marksmanship by teaching American history. Through engaging storytelling and hands-on shooting clinics, participants learn the significance of April 19, 1775, and the values of perseverance, commitment, and liberty.

Programs

Our two-day programs teach rifle marksmanship skills that were once commonly practiced in America. Our instructors undergo 200 hours of training to teach the skills needed to be accurate out to 500 yards, known as the Rifleman’s Quarter Mile. You'll also hear stories from April 19, 1775, that shaped the nation.

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This class is an intermediate-level course that focuses on making hits on targets out to 400 yards. You’ll cover topics such as trajectory, battlesight zero, and environmental factors. Prerequisite: must have attended at least one 25m Project Appleseed clinic.

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Our pistol clinic focuses on defensive techniques such as rapid target acquisition and engaging multiple targets. This fun and challenging course does not include drawing from the holster. Includes stories unique to our pistol clinics.

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A LadySeed is an Appleseed event designed specifically for women, offering a comfortable learning environment. Women will learn rifle marksmanship, American history, and much more while forming new friendships and renewing their sense of civic responsibility.

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This class is similar to a Centerfire Known Distance, but with a 22LR rifle. Most events occur at a 100-yard range with stages at 25, 50, 75, and 100 yards. It’s a fun and challenging course that applies the same principles as a 400-yard centerfire KD.

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FAQs

The cost varies depending on the location and event type. Standard events often range from $60 to $80, with discounts for youth and certain groups.

Yes, you can share a rifle, but it may slow your progress during the shooting stages. It's best to have one rifle per person for maximum practice.

Children as young as 8 are welcome, provided they can safely handle a rifle under adult supervision.

A semi-automatic .22 caliber rifle is recommended for most events. Iron sights are common, but optics are allowed as well.

We accept various calibers including .308, .30-06, .223, and .22. For economic reasons, .22LR is often preferred. Please check the event page for location-specific ammo restrictions.

You’ll need about 250 rounds for a 2-day event.

Yes, a USGI cotton web sling is required for proper shooting technique, and it will be used in many of the drills.

Bipods are allowed but not recommended for marksmanship drills, as they focus on unsupported positions.

Some events have rental rifles, but please check with the event coordinator for availability.

Yes.

We do not offer refunds but allow you to transfer your registration once to another future event.

You can help by joining RWVA or by donating. Contributions ensure the program continues to grow.