CMP Set to Host National Matches Warm-Up Events in Ohio
January 26, 2026
CAMP PERRY, Ohio – Rifle competitors looking for the chance to earn real competition practice before the annual National Matches this summer should sign up for the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) series of Warm-Up Matches, held on the ranges of Camp Perry in Port Clinton, Ohio!
The series offers a first-hand preview of CMP’s highpower (HP) events as well as the Garand, Springfield, Vintage, Modern Military (GSMM) competitions that will be presented on the National Matches schedule in July and August.
The Highpower Warm-Up Matches will fire June 26-28. Like the 2026 National Rifle Matches, all Warm-Up matches will be held on CMP’s outdoor line of electronic targets.
HP competitions:
- 30 Shot Rifle
- 80 Shot Rifle
- 3×600 Mid-Range
- EIC Service Rifle
The HP lineup will also include special Ohio Rifle & Pistol Association awards for the ORPA State Championship Match and the Ohio Governor’s Match (the EIC Service Rifle Match).
During the same weekend, a GSMM Match will be held on the electronic targets of Camp Perry’s Petrarca Range on June 27.
Learn more and register for the Camp Perry Warm-Up Matches on the CMP website at https://thecmp.org/competitions/matches/camp-perry-matches/!
Registration for the 2026 National Matches opens March 1! The month-long event, featuring Air Gun, Smallbore, Rimfire Sporter Rifle, Pistol, Vintage Rifle, Highpower Rifle and Mid/Long Range Rifle phases, will be held July 9-Aug. 8 at Camp Perry. See you there!
More About the Camp Perry National Matches:
Held at the Camp Perry National Guard Training Facility in Ohio since 1907, the National Matches are comprised of celebrated traditional competitions along with modern day additions. The National Matches schedule includes CMP’s National Air Gun Matches, National Pistol Matches, National Rifle Matches, National Games Matches, National Smallbore Rifle Matches and the National Long Range Rifle Matches.
Outside of competition, educational courses like the Small Arms Firing Schools lead new and experienced individuals on safety and fundamentals within a variety of disciplines, while other beginner and advanced courses provide even more training on marksmanship essentials.
Additionally, the National Matches hosts Commercial Row, where industry vendors provide a variety of supplies and other necessities, available for purchase. Competitors and guests of all ages and experience levels are welcome to view all the festivities – free of charge!
The National Matches are conducted by a partnership between the CMP and Ohio National Guard. Learn more by visiting the CMP website at https://thecmp.org/cmp-national-matches/.