North Whidbey Sportsmen’s Association is offering a series of safety classes to the general public.

The next course — I-1639 Mandated Training — is Saturday, Dec. 21 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the NWSA range located at 886 Gun Club Road., off Oak Harbor Road. This course presents training mandated by Initiative 1639 prior to a person being able to purchase any semiautomatic rifle.

The course covers basic safety rules, safe storage, talking to children about firearms and firearms safety, and suicide prevention. Cost of the class is $10 ($15 if paid online). Register by phone call or email to NRA instructor John Hellmann at 360-675-8397 or email to NWSA.Training@gmail.com

Additional information can be found at www.northwhidbeysportsmen.org