The First Shot

CMP Announces Lt. Gen. Gary Cheek as the 2026 JROTC National Awards Guest Speaker
The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is excited to announce Lieutenant General Gary Cheek, U.S. Army (Retired), as the honored guest...
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CMP Introduces New Partner Webpage to Highlight Current Professional Connections
The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is thrilled to announce a new webpage dedicated to recognizing like-minded entities who assist us...
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CMP to Partner with Road Warriors Foundation for New Event in May
TALLADEGA, Ala. – The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is excited to introduce the Marksmanship Challenge for the Road Warrior Foundation...
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CLUB NEWS
Reading Rebels Hit the Season Running and Have Not Stopped… Submitted by Maureen Trickett, Massachusetts State Director & CMP Club...
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CMP RELEASES 2026 SMALLBORE AND AIR GUN RULEBOOKS
CMP 2026 Rulebooks for the Disciplines of Smallbore Rifle Position, Smallbore Rifle Prone, Air Rifle and Air Pistol Are Now...
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CMP Accepting Applications for 2026 National Matches Support Team
The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) needs you! The organization is currently seeking individuals who would like to become valued members...
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Air Force Athletes Raise the Bar During 2026 JROTC Service Championships
Through the weekends of Feb. 5-7 and Feb. 12-14, a group of over 980 youth cadets participated in the annual...
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Registration Now Open for 2026 Talladega 5K Range Run & 1K Fun Run
TALLADEGA, Ala. – Calling all runners! Registration is now open for the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) 5K Range Run &...
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CMP’s Talladega Marksmanship Park Offers Variety of Monthly Competitions
TALLADEGA, Ala. – If you’re looking for more ways to participate in marksmanship activities, head to the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s...
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CMP Sending Nationwide Survey to Improve CMP Affiliated Clubs Program
The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has announced a new assessment of all Affiliated Clubs through a comprehensive nationwide survey. The...
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Register Now for CMP’s 2026 National Matches at Camp Perry
Registration for the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) 2026 National Trophy Pistol and Rifle Matches is officially open! This year’s National...
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CMP Introduces International Team Event for 2026 National Mid/Long Range Matches
CAMP PERRY, Ohio – The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is thrilled to announce the addition of an International Team Match...
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