Cabela’s in Fort Mill to host free gun safety classes through February

This month and next, Cabela’s is hosting a series of free classes at its Fort Mill store to educate customers on firearm safety.

The store’s staff, special guests and industry partners will lead the classes, the retailer said. No registration is required, and customers with all levels of experience are welcome. Class topics range from safe storage to proper cleaning.

The Fort Mill store is at 1000 Cabelas Drive, near Carowinds and off I-77.

Cabela’s said the classes are a part of a nationwide company effort to educate customers on the various aspects of responsible firearm ownership and safety.

Tighter gun control remains a divisive political topic on which President Barack Obama recently took executive action.

Here is the list of courses Cabela’s will offer:

Gun storage and safety:

▪ Jan. 16, 1 p.m.

Responsible gun ownership – women only:

▪ Jan. 19, 6:30 p.m.

▪ Jan. 23, 1 p.m.

Don’t be a victim:

▪ Jan. 26, 6:30 p.m.

▪ Jan. 30, 1 p.m.

Home defense shotguns and pistols:

▪ Feb. 2, 6:30 p.m.

▪ Feb. 6, 1 p.m.

Gun cleaning 101:

▪ Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m.

▪ Feb. 13, 1 p.m.

Protection outside the home

▪ Feb. 16, 6:30 p.m.

▪ Feb. 20, 1 p.m.

Home firearms safety:

▪ Feb. 23, 6:30 p.m.

▪ Feb. 27, 1 p.m.

This story was originally published January 13, 2016 at 1:48 PM with the headline "Cabela’s in Fort Mill to host free gun safety classes through February."