He went over the details of what it takes to become a sharp shooter regarding training, both mentally and physically.  He compared it to other sports that required extreme dedication, concentration, and preparation.  He mentioned the importance of using good quality equipment and stressed that fact that you get what you pay for. 
 
The range will be open by June or July.  They will have not only retail items there for sale, but will also provide lanes for shooting in which they will charge by the hour, and will also hold classes for Child Safety, Self-Protection for Women, and others.  He mentioned that the state of Illinois police department has already contacted him regarding training the officers.  As well as the Bond County Sheriff's Department.  Employees will be retired police officers and military personnel.
 
A few funny stories were told from his experience as a highway patrolmen.  Regarding excuses for speeding and how one particular gentlemen blamed the speeding on his dog.