<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;">(this is a duplicate thread for added reach - main thread in the Texas HTF)

With this being ARFCOM's 20th year, we wanted to do something special. Rather than simply celebrating our own existance, we wanted to give something back.

With training budgets nearly nonexistent for departments across the country, these groups do not have the funds for education and practice. Combined with the increased violence against officers everywhere, we wanted to do our part to help.

With the help of the fine folks at Progressive F.O.R.C.E. Concepts (one of the best training groups I have ever come across) we decided to host a local LEO training weekend and also a fundraiser/raffle for the Dallas Police Association Assist The Officer Foundation.

So we have two components. First, we will be offering a 2-day carbine training curriculum for officers:



And also we will be running a raffle to raise funds for the foundation:



If you are an officer in any law enforcement department in the DFW/East Texas area, please register register by December 1, 2016. Slots will be awarded by lottery, and students will incur no costs.

Everyone else can help by buying raffle tickets for only $5. We will continue to update the prize list, and are actively looking for additional prize donations for the raffle. Winners will be announced (live?) during the training event December 10th.

This is just our small way of showing our appreciation and thanking the officers that put their lives on the line for us each and every day.

*** Dallas Police Benefit Raffle Update ***

Due to the overwhelming generosity of companies and law enforcement supporters in our community who continue to donate incredible prizes, we will be extending the window to buy tickets and enter this raffle.

The raffle drawing will now take place on January 19th during the PFC Loadout SHOT Show Party at the Venetian Casino Resort in Las Vegas.  

Join us at 7:00 PM Pacific Time to see all the winners announced live via the PFC Training Facebook page.  

More updates to come!  For a complete (and growing) list of prizes and to purchase raffle tickets, please visit: https://www.pfcloadout.com/collections/gear/products/dallas-police-benefit-event-raffle-tickets

This fell off the radar in GD, so just wanted to add a reminder considering the recent events and continued attacks on our LEOs.
Several new items added to the raffle.

A number of the prizes came in today, and they look great.

Shoot is this weekend and we have a full class, also prizes will be awarded this weekend...
With only $5 for the raffle tickets, get in on your chance to win and support a great cause.

RAFFLE TICKETS

TIA to all!

At this point the class is full, but in case something happens, you can send an email via the registration page and let them know you want to be put on reserve in case a slot opens up.

*** Dallas Police Benefit Raffle Update ***

Due to the overwhelming generosity of companies and law enforcement supporters in our community who continue to donate incredible prizes, we will be extending the window to buy tickets and enter this raffle.

The raffle drawing will now take place on January 19th during the PFC Loadout SHOT Show Party at the Venetian Casino Resort in Las Vegas.  

Join us at 7:00 PM Pacific Time to see all the winners announced live via the PFC Training Facebook page.  

More updates to come!  For a complete (and growing) list of prizes and to purchase raffle tickets, please visit: https://www.pfcloadout.com/collections/gear/products/dallas-police-benefit-event-raffle-tickets

Thanks for coming out, thanks for your participation here, and it's always great to put names to faces.
Appreciate everyone's support since we moved, and hopefully we'll continue to meet more and more members.

Training weekend was great- Texas gave us a good variety of weather conditions which is always interesting.
Hopefully we'll be able to continue this sort of thing on a regular basis, so hope to see you again.

Raffle Prizes (continuously being updated):

- PROGRESSIVE F.O.R.C.E. CONCEPTS BALLISTIC OFF-BODY BAG (B.O.B.B.) $349 Value  https://www.pfcloadout.com/collections/frontpage/products/progressive-f-o-r-c-e-concepts-ballistic-off-body-bag-b-o-b-b

- MAGPUL PMAGS GEN2 M2 - Three Pack! $39 Value https://www.pfcloadout.com/collections/gear/products/magpul-pmag-gen-m2

- VALKYRIE COMBAT WEAPON CERAKOTE AND CUSTOMIZATION PACKAGE   Valkyrie Combat specializes in weapons customization. They are the #1 ranked Cerakote applicator in the world, and produce the most combat effective and proven Glock modification in the industry. In total they have donated $1500 of custom services to be raffled off in to three separate services worth $500.00 each. Each winner can use that amount towards any of the services they offer.  For more details about their customization services, visit their website http://www.valkyriecombat.com/

- NRA TACTICAL 3-GUN CASE     3-Gun competitions are among the fastest growing shooting sports in the world. And shooters who compete with rifles, shotguns and pistols need a rugged, protective case to handle all that firepower. Our 36” solution boasts ample room for two rifles or shotguns, a pistol and an array of gear. An internal divider is ingeniously designed to double as a cushioned shooting mat, while the exterior features MOLLE webbing, a padded pistol case and multiple utility/magazine pouches. Includes heavy-duty, lockable YKK zippers, backpack straps and a standard shoulder strap. For long guns measuring 36” or less in length. Colors: Black, Coyote. Dimensions: 36" x 13½”.

- NRA Voodoo Tactical Padded Firearms Case        The NRAstore™ staff searched high and low for the ideal tactical firearms case. We tested, tested and tested some more. The end result is a case with the best features and value available today --- customized for the NRA by Voodoo. Our bag can handle two rifles, two handguns, magazines, ammo and more accessories than you can attach at once! Made of rugged ballistic pack cloth with closed-cell foam padding and heavy duty, silent zippers, it will get you and your gear from point A to point B safely, securely, and covertly. Three adjustable, covered MOLLE accessory pouches are located on the exterior, with room for more MOLLE accessories. You’ll find storage galore inside its roomy interior. The firearm compartments are heavily padded and equipped with Velcro® hold-down straps. All buckles are high impact plastic with quick-release closures. When it’s time to scramble, carry it with the reinforced wrap-around carry handle or with the unique, detachable shoulder harness that lets you transport your personal arsenal in backpack fashion. There’s even a dedicated interior pocket that’s specially designed to store the shoulder straps when they’re not in use! We think you’ll agree --- this is one terrific gun case. Length: 42” (fits AR-15, Mini 14, M-16, HK-91, HK-93 and other tactical firearms not over 42” in length). NRA seal is embroidered in subtle tone-on-tone threads on the center exterior compartment. Color: Black.

- NRA Extended Magazine Shooting Rest          Now you can finally break out those 30 round magazines and use them with a shooting rest. The NRA Extended Magazine Shooting Rest will steadily support rifles with pistol grips and full capacity magazines. You can use the NRA Extended Magazine Shooting Rest with lever and bolt action rifles too – it’s the most versatile shooting rest we’ve seen! Efficiently sight in your rifle without having to reload as often. Composed of durable welded, black powder coated steel, this rest includes a leather front rest bag for steady support, a tough nylon butt strap and a magnetic level. The three-point leveling system allows you to easily adjust the height at which you shoot with just the turn of a knob. Remove the rear strap and you have a perfect flat surface to add your own rear rest bag. Easy to assemble, the rest requires no tools and can easily be disassembled for compact storage or transport. This makes it easy to take to the range, in the field, or your favorite shooting spot. Dimensions: 7½”L x 7½”W x 22”D. Color: Black.

- NRA Tactical Gun Safe Conversion Kits        The NRAstore has teamed up with SecureIt Tactical to bring our members a gun storage system that works anywhere! With a few simple tools, the NRA Tactical Gun Safe Conversion Kits transform your safe, locker, cabinet or room into a customizable armory. With each kit, you get essential components including modular wall grids, barrel saddles and dual-rifle bases. The barrel saddles can be placed at varied heights allowing them to be utilized with any type of long gun, including rifles, shotguns and carbines. Each saddle features a bungee system to ensure rock-solid support and retention at all times. Each dual rifle base supports two long guns. They’re designed to allow extra room to accommodate lights, lasers, optics and other aftermarket accessories. Best of all, the modular design means all components may be combined to store as many (or as few) longs guns as you need. Choose the 2 Rifle Kit or the 6 Rifle Kit – or buy both to organize eight long guns in style! Hardware included. Color: Black. Made in USA

- 5 - IFAK kits -  Kit designed by Frank Grun, with BadFish Security. GraySun Tactical built. The kits includes: Proprietary, tri-fold system with MOLLE, Medium Trauma Shears (EMT Scissors), BSI (gloves, mask), Basic cut kit (gauze, tape etc), RED TQ Quick Clot, Israeli Bandage, Chest Seal, Info card (note card) and Sharpee

- Stealth - Covert Operations Rifle Backpack -  With its inconspicuous sports-pack styling and robust construction, the Stealth Backpack was designed for discreet storage and transport of a rifle and accessories. The pack is ideally sized to conceal a broken-down or short-barreled rifle with plenty of room for mission-critical gear. The modular, adjustable tie-down system allows the operator to configure the rifle for quick access or secure storage, while the low profile pistol compartment provides rapid access to a handgun. A large accessory compartment offers attachment options for velcro and/or MOLLE pouches and has ample room for magazines and accessories.  http://www.elitesurvival.com/concealment-bags-packs/stealth-covert-operations-rifle-backpack/

- Boxer Tactical: 7 Stryker Belts, 2 T-Shirts and a boatload of patches! You’ll hear a lot of companies claim that their products are “made in America,” when all they do is assemble their final product here. When Boxer Tactical says that they are Honestly American, they mean that their products are made here using American-made raw materials.  For them, Honestly American is both a business model and a cause. They choose to do business with suppliers and manufacturers that aspire to the same standards. Check them out at:  https://boxertactical.com/

- 2 tickets to the Run & Gun Biathlon (Sunday Sprint)  Value: $200  The Waco Tactical Fitness Run & Gun Biathlon follows the tradition of the Pecos Run 'n Gun and Zombie Destruction Biathlon, where body, mind, marksmanship and gear are tested in field conditions.  Participants must navigate the course while carrying rifle, pistol and ammo, overcome various obstacles and complete 5 to 7 shooting stations.  The terrain is challenging and includes hills, trails, woods and a river canyon.  The obstacles are physically demanding.  Shooting distances vary from up close and personal out to about 500 yards.  Much of the shooting is in unusual positions and at unknown distances.  Range estimation and other problem-solving skills definitely come into play.

- Deus Ex Machina Guns - Gunfighter Trigger & Gunfighter Magwell for Glocks. Value: $215  They create “refined tools for warriors that venture into harms way.”  Check out the rest of their great products at: https://www.customglockbarrels.com/

- Elzettta 3 Cell tactical flashlight Value: $210.00  The Elzettta Model C331 delivers a blistering 900 lumens with an aggressive Crenellated Bezel and a tactically correct Rotary Tailcap with non-latching push-button.  The field-replaceable 7/8?-thick solid acrylic optical lens provides unmatched beam quality and durability.  

- Troxyphen® ENGAGE and TROXYPHEN® EVOLVE Workout Supplements  ENGAGE is unlike any other pre workout powder. With legit doses of ultra premium and clinically studied ingredients - you can smash through the plateau and destroy your next training session. Getting noticeable results faster than ever is now easier with TROXYPHEN® ENGAGE.  TROXYPHEN® EVOLVE is a powerful intra-workout formula that was designed to “evolve” the category to new standards of effectiveness. After all, it’s what you are capable of in the gym that defines your results and to help you achieve new levels of intensity as well as jumpstart the recovery and growth processes, Evolve contains key ingredients that can help you train harder and longer while stimulating muscle growth and promoting recovery.