Basic Readiness Guideline

This is the next section of the guide previously mentioned. Been extremely busy the last few weeks and will get back on track ASAP.
LEVEL 1 - BASIC READINESS:
We consider Level 1 the absolute minimum level of preparedness necessary to be an active line member of the militia as well as vote in militia activities. These, when met, will be sufficient to be considered "capable of bearing arms"; the militia being defined as "all citizens capable of bearing arms". Once you have started testing for Level One, you will have 60 days to complete it, though it can easily be achieved in a single training session. This will give everyone at least two sessions in which to try it. You can always start again if necessary.

Level One qualification will last until the end of the following calendar year, so if you qualify at any time during 2008, for example, you will be considered an active member until December 31st, 2009.



Basic Equipment:

1) Rifle.

2) 100 rounds of ammunition for same rifle.

3) Water container, one quart minimum.

4) Cleaning kit for above rifle.

5) Suitable carrying gear to transport personal equipment.

6) Individual first-aid kit.

7) Combat or hiking boots.

8) Copy of the US Constitution (the document, not the ship, the USS Constitution) and Declaration of Independence.



Basic Abilities:

A) Complete a two-mile hike with all basic equipment within 40 minutes.

B) Field strip weapon for cleaning.

C) Place 8 out of 10 shots into a 9" target at 100 yards.
More to follow, plus more of my humble (ha, ha) opinions.