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Welcome to Cougar Mountain Solutions
Erick Gelhaus has taught defensive use of firearms and tactics for more than 20 years and is one of the industry's most experienced and trusted instructors.
DEVELOP | EVALUATE | EDUCATE
Develop
Organizational programs and individual practitioners, regardless of their job.
CMS classes can be tailored to either teaching the material or applying.
Evaluate
During my career, I spent significant time reviewing events, equipment, training programs, and policy issues.
CMS can assist before and after.
Educate
Far too often, people without the experience and training attempt to judge and opine on events.
I have the background, formal education, and experience to provide insight to those who are judging.
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