Lonnie
An avid hunter since childhood, DCSA Range Officer Lonnie Ward has over sixty years experience with various types of shotguns, rifles and handguns. In addition to the certifications below, his training ranges from Israeli Defense Forces concepts to Appleseed rifle clinics, including "the patch". Lonnie, now semi-retired, serves as the primary contact during most "open house" periods, orientations, private classes and HB218 Retired LEO Annual Shooting Qualifications.
National Rifle Association Instructor Certifications:
State Instructor Certifications:
Lonnie Ward was among the first group of instructors certified in 1995 by Texas' Department of Public Safety to conduct the CHL/LTC training. He has certified over 8,000 students in scheduled and private courses. Lonnie utilizes a broad range of firearms in classes at DCSA and, when applicable, at other locations.
An avid hunter since childhood, DCSA Range Officer Lonnie Ward has over sixty years experience with various types of shotguns, rifles and handguns. In addition to the certifications below, his training ranges from Israeli Defense Forces concepts to Appleseed rifle clinics, including "the patch". Lonnie, now semi-retired, serves as the primary contact during most "open house" periods, orientations, private classes and HB218 Retired LEO Annual Shooting Qualifications.
National Rifle Association Instructor Certifications:
- Basic Pistol
- Basic Rifle
- Muzzleloading Rifle
- Home Firearms Safety
- Personal Protection in the Home
- Chief Range Safety Officer
State Instructor Certifications:
- Texas Department of Public Safety - Concealed Handgun License/License to Carry
- Texas Department of Public Safety - School Safety Certification
- Texas Parks and Wildlife - Hunter Education "Hall of Fame" 2002
Lonnie Ward was among the first group of instructors certified in 1995 by Texas' Department of Public Safety to conduct the CHL/LTC training. He has certified over 8,000 students in scheduled and private courses. Lonnie utilizes a broad range of firearms in classes at DCSA and, when applicable, at other locations.