FULLBORE
Fullbore target rifle (TR) is a distinctively British and Commonwealth of Nations shooting discipline that evolved from Service rifle (SR) shooting in the late 1960s, and is governed in the UK by the rules of the National Rifle Association, UK (NRA). Similar rules are used in several Commonwealth countries, but the issue in 2009 of the rule book of the International Confederation of Fullbore Rifle Associations (ICFRA) has provided an alternative basis for the administration of the sport. Modern target rifles are extremely accurate, and have 'iron' aperture sights which are fully adjustable for elevation and windage. To level the playing field as much as possible without stifling progress, and to make it possible for riflemen of all budgets to compete seriously, the rifle or all its component parts must be 'readily available in quantity'. This stipulation also keeps faith with the longstanding traditions of the NRA that the rifles used in competition should be of a type that, if necessary, could be readily used for homeland defense. Fullbore Target Rifle involves prone position single shot precision shooting using 'iron' aperture sights at 'round bull' targets at distances from 300 to 1000 yards, with each shot being carefully scored and analysed. The usual caliber used is 7.62x51 NATO. In the UK the 'home' of target rifle shooting (and match rifle competition) is the NRA's extensive ranges at Bisley, Surrey. The worldwide influence of Bisley on the sport is illustrated best by the South African terminology, where Target Rifle is called "Bisley Shooting", the governing body is the South African Bisley Union (SABU) and almost any target shooting competition is known as a "Bisley". Fullbore Target Rifle Shooting has been established formally in the United States and is administered by the National Rifle Association of America NRA Annual National Championship is currently held during September at the Wittington Center, Raton, NM.
IDPA
The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is the governing body of a shooting sport that simulates self-defense scenarios and real life encounters. It was founded in 1996 as a response to the desires of shooters worldwide. The organization now boasts membership of more than 13,500, including members in 36 foreign countries. One of the unique facets of this sport is that it is geared toward the new or average shooter, yet is fun, challenging and rewarding for the experienced shooter. The founders developed the sport so that practical gear and practical guns may be used competitively. An interested person can spend a minimal amount on equipment and still be competitive. The main goal is to test the skill and ability of the individual, not equipment or gamesmanship. “Competition only” equipment is not permitted in this sport.
IDPA - Self Defense Taught Here
For those not familiar with International Defensive Pistol Assn. (IDPA); It is a shooting sport based on self defense and concealed-carry firearms.
More and more shooter are learning the value of learning and testing their defensive skills as shooters and holders of CCW permits. Started in 1996 IDPA has grown into a truly international shooting sport with sanctioned clubs all over the world.
Information is available on our web site and the IDPA site www.idpa.com.
The basics are simple:
- Use of practical firearms, ammunition and equipment without expensive competion-only shooting gear.
- Solving simulated real world defensive scenarios.
- To test the skill and ability of the individual, not their equipment or gamesmanship.
- Create a level playing field through the use of different gun divisions and shooter classifications.
It is a great opportunity to meet and socialize with other like minded people in a safe and fun atmosphere. Whether you shoot an event or not, come out and check it out.
If you are interested in self defense skills, this is a good way to learn some good habits have some fun and enjoy meeting people. Matches are held on the 4th Saturday of each month starting at 9:00 am; with practices Thursdays evenings.
Practice on Thursday evening is held indoor mid October through March, then outdoors at the Sports Park training range April to mid October.
USPSA
Practical Shooting attempts to measure the ability to shoot rapidly and accurately with a full power handgun, rifle, and/or shotgun. Those three elements - speed, accuracy, and power - form the three sides of the practical shooting triangle. By design, each match will measure a shooter's ability in all three areas.
To do this, shooters take on obstacle-laden shooting courses (called stages) requiring anywhere from six to 30+ shots to complete.
The scoring system measures points scored per second, then weights the score to compensate for the number of shots fired. If they miss a target, or shoot inaccurately, points are deducted, lowering that all-important points-per-second score.
If shooting has an "extreme" sport, USPSA-sanctioned practical shooting is it. Competitors move, negotiate obstacles, run, speed-reload, and drive their guns through each of several courses as fast as their skills will allow. Although most matches are held outdoors, in all weather, further taxing competitor skill, there are a growing number of indoor ranges conducting USPSA events.
Matches are held on the 4th Sunday of each month, check the events calendar for more information.
SPEED STEEL
Competitors are scored based solely on the time it takes them to shoot each stage. The last target that is shot is known as the "stop plate", which stops the timer. All primary target hits made after the stop plate has been struck, will be scored with a 3 second penalty each. The maximum time permitted for a run is 30 seconds and a competitor will be stopped and asked to reload if they reach the 30 second limit. Each competitor shoots each stage five times, with their slowest run dropped, excluding the stage Outer Limits where only four runs are shot and the top three counted. The competitor's best four out of five runs are totaled for their stage score and the eight stage scores are added together to establish the competitor's match score. The winner is the competitor with the lowest overall time.
Matches are held on the 2nd Sunday of each month, see the events calendar for more information.
BULLSEYE
NRA conventional pistol competition consists of firing slow, timed, and rapid fire. This is done at 50 and 25 yards outdoors and almost exclusively at 50 feet indoors. Generally an outdoor match will consist of 20 shots, slow fire at 50 yards (two 10-shot strings, 10 minutes per string) 20 shots, timed fire at 25 yards (four 5-shot strings, 20 seconds per string) 20 shots, rapid fire at 25 yards (four 5-shot strings, 10 seconds per string) and the National Match Course of 10-shots slow fire at 50 yards 10-shots timed fire (two 5-shot strings) 10-shot strings (two 5-shot strings) This match consists of 90 shots for a possible aggregate total of 900 points. For a 2700 aggregate this match is fired once with each gun: .22 caliber rimfire, center fire, and .45 caliber. Many match programs call for only one or two guns, that is a 900 or 1800 aggregate. Most indoor tournaments are fired with .22 caliber rimfire only for a 900 aggregate. However, some indoor matches use all guns for a complete 2700 aggregate.
