

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Firearm Safety Training for Queer Black Folks
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 07 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 07 Feb, 2026 at 05:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Lesbifriends Travel wants to empower you and strengthen your ability to protect yourself and your community.About this EventYou must book your spot through our website: []Lesbifriends Travel is proud to partner with certified firearm instructor Paquita Wiggins to offer a comprehensive, safety-focused gun training tailored for queer Black folks.Whether you’re seeking to obtain your Handgun Qualification License (HQL) or a Concealed Carry Permit, this training will provide you with the education, hands-on experience, and confidence needed to protect yourself and your community responsibly.In a welcoming, affirming space, participants will learn firearm safety, self-defense principles, and legal considerations, all while gaining real experience at the shooting range.Event Details You Should Know:? Class Date: Saturday, February 7 (Classroom Training)? Shooting Range Date: Date scheduled by you?Time: 9 AM - 11:30 AM (for HQL) &amp; 9 AM - 5:30 PM (for CCP) Local Time Zone is Eastern Time (ET)Class Location: Northwest, Washington, DCShooting Range: Baltimore, MD Area(Exact addresses shared with confirmed participants and will be shared week of event. While firearm safety and protection training is typically a 16-hour process, our comprehensive approach ensures that participants receive the necessary instruction efficiently.)Who This Event is For:Queer Black Folks looking to learn about gun safety in an exclusively curated, community-centered environment.Course Options &amp; Pricing:Option 1: Handgun Qualification License (HQL) - $75✅ 2 hours of classroom education (Arrival/Check-in at 9 AM. Class Time 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)✅ Hour of firearm handling (at the range)✅ All firearms and ammunition provided✅ Expert instruction from a certified USCCA instructor❌ No food &amp; drinks included (Feel free to bring your own)*IMPORTANT NOTE: This option includes the required training course and certificate, which you will need to obtain your Handgun Qualification License (HQL) in Maryland. However, fingerprinting and the application submission are not included in the ticket price and must be completed separately.Since the state of Maryland is responsible for issuing the HQL, you will not leave the class fully licensed. Instead, you will receive the training certificate, which is a required step in the licensing process.Option 2: Concealed Carry Permit - $300✅ 8 hours of classroom education (Arrival/Check-in at 9 AM. Class Time 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM)✅ Hour of firearm handling (at the range)✅ All firearms and ammunition provided✅ Expert instruction from a certified USCCA instructor❌ No food &amp; drinks included. There will be a 30 min lunch break. (You’re encouraged to bring your own food. There are also places to grab food close to the class location.)*IMPORTANT NOTE: While firearm safety and protection training is typically a 16-hour process, our comprehensive approach ensures that participants receive the necessary instruction efficiently.What to Expect:? Day 1: Classroom Training (February 7)Firearm safety, responsible ownership, and state gun lawsSelf-defense principles &amp; legal considerationsHands-on firearm handling in a controlled setting? Day 2: Shooting Range Practice (TBD)Live-fire training &amp; confidence-building exercisesTactical drills &amp; supervised shooting practice??Why Train With Us?✔ Led by a Certified Instructor: Paquita Wiggins is a licensed USCCA instructor with 15+ years of experience.✔ A Safe &amp; Supportive Environment: Learn without intimidation in a space designed for queer Black folks.✔ Empowerment Through Education: This isn’t just about firearms—it’s about preparedness, protection, and community strength.Spaces are limited. Learn more details and claim your spot here: ! Booking deadline is January 28, 2026.Note: By attending this event, you agree to being photographed. However, if communicated, we will try our best not to capture you in photos and post you publicly. That request must be communicated ahead of time/at the beginning of the event to photographer and host.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/firearm-safety-training-for-queer-black-folks/100001843842254819
- **Event Categories**: workshops, sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 86.79, max: 341.28, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Washington
- **state**: DC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: District of Columbia
- **lat**: 38.8889765
- **long**: -77.0420541
- **full address**: District of Columbia, -, Washington, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Lisa Gomes (https://allevents.in/org/lisa-gomes/18682515)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 07 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** District of Columbia, -, Washington, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 86.79 up to 341.28 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Lisa Gomes
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** workshops, sports
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Firearm Safety Training for Queer Black Folks ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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