Close Quarters Defense - CQD

05/14/2024

We had a great time conducting our Special Empowerment Mission, a part of the Hero Community Program. This event equipped young participants with essential leadership and personal development skills to overcome negativity and peer pressure in order to achieve their goals.

Thank you Easton Police, Caroline Sheriff's Department, and the local community for your support.

Published in The Star Democrat, April 24, 2024.

01/14/2023

Our president, Duane Dieter was recently honored by Chesapeake Charities as Philanthropist of the Year for his work with our Hero Community Program. We are so proud of the impact it has had on so many lives. To find out more about being involved with the program as a volunteer or a sponsor, contact us at 410.376.3600

In November, Chesapeake Charities, a community foundation in Annapolis, held its annual Celebration of Charity Awards Luncheon to honor individuals and organizations who exemplify their values and mission to promote charitable works by volunteers, nonprofits, philanthropists, and community workforce...

01/29/2022

We are very honored that Peter Franchot, Comptroller of the State of Maryland, recently paid a visit to our Close Quarters Defense facility and presented Duane Dieter with a Certificate of Recognition for CQD’s contributions to our local, state and national defense capabilities, as well as special appreciation for the Hero Community Program, which provides mentorship to local youth.

05/12/2021

https://www.myeasternshoremd.com/dorchester_star/news/expert-additional-training-can-prepare-officers-for-real-world-situations/article_84162cab-a40e-5d7e-ba94-49dff83804de.html

TRAPPE — A local expert is calling for increased police training amidst a changing climate of law enforcement in Maryland, and the rest of the country.

04/09/2021

For those who are not familiar, here is an article about the CQD Hero Program.

https://talbotspy.org/heroes-among-us-cqd-heroes-program-empowers-kids-to-make-right-choices/?fbclid=IwAR3M0sqOgaYAv1E_xcUmpcC7QrfnwgriKfo7iX5zRVWxzSZ1Io26fhBhXAg

On an early August afternoon, 20 kids of various ages and backgrounds showed up at the Close Quarters Defense tactical training center in Vienna, Maryland to learn how to become “heroes” by making the right decisions when faced with life’s tough choices. They were met with open arms and high e...

04/09/2021

Our Founder and President Duane Dieter received this award from the Secretary of State of Maryland, John Wobensmith for his service to law enforcement and the CQD Hero Program.

08/06/2020

For all our local Maryland friends, please follow Eagle Tactical LLC, which is our new retail arm. We will be offering Maryland HQL and Wear & Carry courses through this avenue, as well as various safety and security products.

https://www.facebook.com/Eagle-Tactical-LLC-119199699671374

Provides Maryland Handgun Qualification License (HQL) and Wear & Carry courses. We are a licensed FFL dealer and sell high-quality safety and security products.