LRC Montana’s FIELD
PRACTICAL RIFLE
“INDIVIDUAL
SEIRES FINALE”
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| Jerrod Winderl pulled of the Double!! He scored Rookie of the Year and 3rd at the Finale! That's a pretty strong start to his FPR Shooting Carrier. |
Match Sponsors List: Remember to support the companies that support us everyone!!
Big thanks to:
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ONSQUARE GUNSMITHING LLC 322 N 7TH ST, LIVINGSTON, MT 59047 (406) 581-3555. $150 Labor Certificate!
https://www.bigskyrv.com Donavon is providing a raffle prize that I will be drawing for one of the RO’s that helped us out this match!
Has Joined Forces with Demaray Rifle Works to provide custom rifle work and training to Montana!
Thank you everyone for helping LRC Montana to have another successful season in 2017!! and hope to see many of you at the first club match of 2018 on March 24th!
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| Peter Kneip w His 1st Place Trophy & Benchmark BBLs Certificate! |
Finale Results
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PRECISION CLASS RESULTS: Note that the 3way tie for 2nd was broke using First: The most high stage scores(Owen had 3) Second: The total points made on the 4 stages with wind being a significant factor. (For field shoots wind skill is high val) These stages were 2, 3, 4 and 7 (Jerrod edged out Carl for 3rd with 41 points vs 27). With out the tie breaker stage being run the one point scoring system was limited in separating several groups of tied competitors. I will definitely be looking to see how complicated it is in practice score to add 2pts for first round impacts!
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Owen with 2nd place Trophy and Defiance Certificate
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Hunter Class Results: Gongrats to Tyler Wood on a very solid performance and our very own Cameron Marcoux(Our very skilled trophy maker!!) for showing us how its done!
WHEN: Feb
3rd 2018, 7:00 AM
WHERE: LRC Facility, Three Forks Montana
COST: $80
Hunter and Precision Classes
ROUND
COUNT: 103 Rounds Precision
Class and 53 Rounds for the Hunter Class.
Caliber/Rifle
restrictions: Rifle of 300 Winchester
Magnum or smaller < 3200 fps.
TARGETS:
Reactive steel of known distances between
100 yards and 1200 yards (700 for Hunters).
AWARDS:
Will consist of Trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in
Precision Class and Top Hunter for the match it’s self! Season Trophies for 1st,
2nd and 3rd Series Champions, Top Hunter of the Year,
Rookie of the Year and Senior of the Year!!
The Sponsor Prizes will
be limited. At this time Defiance is on board for a 50% off receiver
certificate, Benchmark Barrels 50% off barrel cert and Harrison Gear Muzzle breaks and Swag.
Contact:
Glen Demaray Telephone 406-581-7766
Email
Jack.inc.mt@gmail.com
All Match Details Below:
MATCH GOAL
Provide FPR Shooters a challenging yet fun COF that
will both improve their practical marksmanship skills while having a great time
with other likeminded people.
Course of Fire (COF):
Long rifles only, bolt or gas, shooters
choice. (No Pistols)
There are 8 distinct shooting stations spread out
along a main draw line with the shooting lane across into sage draws/ravines
stopping just short of a plateau-top. Each station will be marked by a steel
post and a numbered marker panel to aid in station ID.
Each Shooter will be given a # based on order of
sign up. Shooters will be put in squads of 4-6 that will move together through
the course of fire. Squads will be pre-selected by the MD (match director).
Every station will have at least one designated
Station RO. RO may request assistance from any competitor not
actively shooting the station.
*Note: This is an individual match
and as such no coaching/spotting or feedback will be allowed from the other
competitors while experienced
shooters are shooting on the clock. However RO’s can give
feedback to Hunters/Novice/Senior shooters under time if they so request. RO’s
will be instructed to only call IMPACT to indicate a scoring hit; otherwise no
confirmation will be made. (See LRC Event Rules – Definitions for clarification
on Experienced and Novice Classifications)
MOVEMENT
BEFORE ANY RIFLE CAN LEAVE THE SHOOTING LINE THE RO
MUST CONFIRM COMPETITOR’S CHAMBER IS EMPTY AND FIRING PIN IS SNAPPED DOWN! At
this point shooter may move and ground rifle in the RO’s designated safe
location, muzzle up at all times. After completing a station each squad will
need to move to the next station to the left (west). During this movement all
rifles need to be carried muzzle up, down or in scabbard pack (like Eberlestock).
There will be a shotgun start with squads on each station to increase
efficiency. A staging line will be set up behind the first station where squads
ready to start the course will wait. In order to help station RO’s from distractive & excess noise,
please hold your squads back 25 yards when stacking up occurs at a station. Move
up only once previous squad has completed all shooting at that station.
TARGETS
All stations will have 2 posts from 5-20 yards out designating
the pie shaped target engagement area. All targets will be painted Black,
White, Light Blue or Yellow alternating every station to limit confusion. A few
target engagement zones may overlap, thus the alternating colors.
TARGET RANGING
Most targets can be ranged with any device,
electronic or otherwise and will be of known distance. Target distances will
vary between approx. 100 yards and 1200 yards. Non-electronic Stations require
all targets to be reticle ranged with out the use of phones, calculators or Kestrels.
UKD stations, unless designated non-electronic, may be ranged with any device.
ENGAGEMENT
There will be a marked area about 5 yards wide that
must be shot from within (Arms reach either side of post); any questions on
this should be directed to the station RO’s, as props will create variations to
this rule. When competitor comes to the shooting line they must ground their
rifle with bipod down or over a pack and bag may be placed under but of rifle. NO PRE-SIGHTING OR POSITION
BUILDING WILL BE PERMITED PRIOR TO STAGE TIME! Shooters will start
standing 4+ feet behind rifles/gear and have one minute to confer with RO on
engagement order and target locations. Internal box mags can be pre loaded and
DB mags inserted but bolt must be open and back.
Note: RO’s will give a brief description of target
locations to the whole squad upon their arrival to each station. (Except blind
stations)
The closest target will be the first target engaged
at the station and each team will continue to engage all targets at the station
from near to far, no exceptions. EXAMPLE: On station #1 shooter engages first
target at 590 yards with 2 rounds, then engages second at 640 yards, then 3rd
at 860 yards and so on.
TIME LIMITS
Total time allowed will be 3-6 minutes depending on station.
We want all shooters to help keep the match moving
efficiently. The time will be set based off an average experienced shooter
engaging the stages at a leisurely pace though a few will certainly challenge
all!
SCORING (stage dependent)
RO must be on
the same target as shooter and witness the hit to score it- communication with
the ROs will be critical!!
*All hits are worth one point. Each target must be
engaged with a minimum of two rounds. Be sure to review each stage COF to be
sure!!
FIREARM AND CALIBER RESTRICTIONS:
-Limited to 300wm or smaller with a maximum velocity
of 3200 fps. Exceptions may be made on an individual
basis, contact DRW/LRC to ask.
GEAR LIMITATIONS:
Come prepared to shoot in positions other than prone,
as there will be some positional requirements. Supports such as shooting
sticks, tripods and bipods that exceed 15” fully extended will be allowed on a
very limited basis!! This means certain stations will not allow their use and
others will be run what you brung! Each shooter may have 2 support bags, one
rear and one general support bag. These bags should be no larger 12”x10”x6”. Backpacks
will almost always be allowed as rifle and or positional support.
OTHER MATCH DETAILS/RULES
Any feedback is always greatly appreciated, as we
want all to have the best experience possible!
* Station Scores will be compiled as quickly as
possible.
* There will be a staging area marked out for
competitors to unpack and ground their rifles upon arrival to the match
property. All rifles will remain in their travel cases until placed in the
staging area with muzzle pointed in a safe direction. (Not sure of a safe
direction? Find an RO or ask another competitor before handling your rifle). If
no case is available please carry rifle muzzle up until it is safely grounded.
At the staging area your rifle may be removed from case and grounded with Bolt
or Action open (chamber flags appreciated). No further handling of rifle will
be allowed until match begins.
* Match will start with a shooter's meeting at
7:30 am to maximize daylight and provide ample time for Awards presentation and
socializing. Expect at least a 30minute Safety and COF review prior to any
match start (Live Fire).
* This is Montana in February!! Dress appropriately.
Be prepared for any weather conditions. It most likely will be cool/cold
and Windy!!
* Bring your own Snacks/water. We will have water at
most stations so stay hydrated!
Match Schedule:
Friday Feb. 2nd
The
range will be closed until 6PM for Range Officer (RO) train up. Those shooters
camping at LRC may enter the gate but must heed the caution tape and not cross
due to live fire usage by the ROs.
Saturday the 3rd (Match day)
6:00AM-7AM:
Shooter Check-in. Competitors must pre-register and pay on the website for this
event!
7:30-8:
Shooters Meeting (Will most likely be Twilight!)
8:00-8:15:
Movement to initial stations.
8:15-12:00:
Range is hot
Lunch
will be a grab as you walk by and take a warm up break in the Wall Tent! The St.
Clairs’ have Again offered warm food and a warm tent!! Part of your entry costs
go to cover this food! Thanks Rachel and Brandon!
12:00-3:30PM:
Range is hot
3:30-4:30:
Scoring Compilation
5:00-8:00:
Dinner, socializing and Awards
6:30PM:
Match complete, however social hour will continue till 8pm.
-Shooting Bags:
Two
total and no larger than 12”x10”x 6”
Any
other gear restrictions will be stage dependent.
-Food and Water:
Bring
a good water bottle. Bottled water will be available in tent and at the some of
the stations. Cold and windy is the forecast so prepare accordingly.
Some
warm lunch will be provided, but still bring any snacks needed to keep up your
focus and energy while on the course.
We
are planning a basic dinner (probably burgers/chips and Salad). Directions will
be provided once a location for this meal and Awards presentation has been
finalized.
Registration:
Registered
Shooters will receive their Course Booklet PDF via email on Wednesday the 31st and a Course Booklet hardcopy at match check-in Saturday.
Camping:
Dry camping is available on site.
No running water is available.
SAFETY
SAFETY FIRST!! KNOW YOUR MUZZLE DIRECTION AT
ALL TIMES!! SWEEPING ANYONE WITH YOUR MUZZLE WILL BE GROUNDS FOR AN IMMEDIATE
MATCH DQ!!!! Magazines must be removed from rifle and no loaded internal mags
when rifles are not on the active shooting line.
*Hearing and eye protection must be worn by
all shooters and Range Officers. Exceptions to eye protection only for active
spotters.
**Accidental
Discharges of any kind will be grounds for immediate match DQ!! A DQ’d shooter will
be allowed to accompany your squad for the remainder of match but will not be
able to handle any firearm. This is done to EMPHASIZE how crucial it is not to
send any rounds over the backstops and into/over the buffer zone!! There is
potential for human activity because buffer zone ends approx. 850 yards past furthest targets to north.
RANGE OFFICERS
Any disagreements with an RO will be noted by that
RO and brought to the attention of the Match Director (MD) at the end of the
match. At NO TIME will confrontational behavior be tolerated!! This would be
grounds for an immediate match DQ and removal from match property. Any
grievances should be brought directly to the MD at the completion of the match.
RO’s will use enhanced hearing protection to maximize communication!
ANY
ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGES MUST BE RECORDED!! MAKE NOTE OF THE EXACT DIRECTION ROUND
WAS FIRED AND APPROXIMATE ANGLE AND TIME AD OCCURRED!
