Tom Hunt was first certified to teach NRA Hunter Safety in 1972. For close to 40 years he has instructed beginning shooters in the use of rifle, handgun, shotgun, muzzle-loader, and archery. An NRA life member since 1980, Tom continues to upgrade his teaching skills by attending workshops and local training events and is a multiple graduate of the prestigious Gunsite Academy. Tom has been an USPSA official, member of IDPA, Arizona Hunter Education Chief Instructor, National Bow hunter Association Instructor, and 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor and Coordinator. He is presently an AzDPS CCW Instructor, NRA Range Safety Officer, and NRA Pistol Instructor and Personal Protection in the Home Instructor.