The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer a free virtual Firearms Basic Care and Cleaning class from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. The class will cover cleaning techniques and safe storage of rifles and shotguns. Handguns will not be covered in the class.

Adam Brandsgaard, MDC conservation educator, will talk about how to clean rifle and shotguns parts to keep them loading and firing smoothly. Brandsgaard will also discuss storage methods that protect guns from harm and keep them safe.

The virtual class is open to all ages. To register, visit the MDC website at https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/190069.