New rifles for Boy Scout Camp

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I'm looking for recommendation for new rifles for our Boy Scout camp. Here are the list of requirements from BSA:
1. .22LR
2. Must be loaded single shot bolt-action.
3. Minimum 2.5-pound trigger pull.
4. Open sights.

We are looking for 10-12 rifles of the same make/model that are suitable for 10-18 year old boys. Some stocks may need to adjusted. If you know of companies that would donate, please let me know.

Thanks,
Tim
 
Thank you for your Scout support.

I teach Hunter Safety and assisted our local conservation groups, in obtaining rifles for our classes. One consideration is to get some youth models as well as adult size models. Our state's requirements are much like yours. The first batch we bought were Marlin Youth models. The last batch we bought are Savage adult models, again, open sights and single shot. We get them inspected and certified by a local GunSmith, on a yearly basis. .... ;)
I can be more specific on model numbers as you wish.

I am also a merit badge counselor and have taught at scout camps. ... :)

Now then, you may or may not be aware that your organization can purchase direct from the manufacturer and process the transfer through your local FFL. Our local FFL did not charge our groups anythng for his service. .... ;)
I don't think you will get outright donations but discounts. Could be wrong ;)


Be Safe !!!
 
One gun to look at is the Savage Mark I or Mark II FVT.
The gun comes with aperture target sights, heavy target barrel, nice trigger right out of the box. The Mark I is single shot. The II is magazine fed.
Check the ODCMP web sight. You may qualify for much reduced pricing for a marksmanship application.
 
I'm VERY glad to know the Boy Scouts are still teaching marksmanship. Hope you get some accurate guns with good triggers.

When I was a youth I shot with an organization that had several rifles 'on loan' from the DCM. I think that program is out of date but maybe there is something similar out there.

Good Luck!
 
Look up the local chapter of Friends of The NRA. They have a grant program for non-profit organizations to help purchase firearms and related equipment. They will not be very likely to grant money for ammo, but firearms are top on the list. I teach hunter ed and our club has received grant money for most of the firearms we use in class. They are the only organization we found that will donate money for firearms. The grant process takes several months. If you get the request in now it will likely take many months, depending on when that chapter decides on the grants. It usually is a once a year deal and all grant applications are determined at the same time.

Also try local chain stores that sell firearms. Some of the managers may have a soft spot for scouting. Take a couple of uniformed scouts with you and have them make the request. ( I have a hard time saying no to a 13 year old asking for a gun or selling candy. Did it myself as scout and remember what it allowed me to do.)
 
I have to echo the following:

One gun to look at is the Savage Mark I or Mark II FVT.
The gun comes with aperture target sights, heavy target barrel, nice trigger right out of the box. The Mark I is single shot. The II is magazine fed.
Check the ODCMP web sight. You may qualify for much reduced pricing for a marksmanship application.
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In a nutshell, these are the best rifles for Boy Scouts.

I have put boys through pretty much every other qualifying rifle out there and these guns make a huge difference. The trigger and aperture sights are what make the difference. They are too large and heavy for them to stand with but that is no longer a requirement for the merit badge. Again, you will see a significant difference in the accuracy of scout using the Savage rifles.
 
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