The First Shot

Six USA Shooting Athletes Earned
International Distinguished Badges in 2022
Six USA Shooting Athletes EarnedInternational Distinguished Badges in 2022 By Gary Anderson, DCM Emeritus The first U. S. Distinguished International...
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CMP to Host Special Air Range Events with Numerous Local Prizes
For those looking for an entertaining night out with friends, family or maybe even on your own, the Civilian Marksmanship...
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CMP Acquires Surplus Ammunition, with Plans of Sales in Coming Months
Please Note: A Sales Email Update was sent out to our email subscribers on April 11, 2023. You can view...
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Upcoming Marksmanship Events at Camp Perry
CAMP PERRY, Ohio – Whether an experienced marksman or a beginner who has never fired before, the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s...
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Fort Smith JROTC Sweeps First Places at Arkansas State Air Rifle Championship
Submitted by Gary Jobe, CMP Arkansas State Director Fort Smith Arkansas Northside High School has a lot to be proud...
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CMP Accepting Applications for 2023 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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CMP COLLEGIATE RIFLE TEAM FEATURE: UT Martin
In order to increase awareness of the sport and to provide insight to juniors looking to continue their marksmanship careers...
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CMP Offers GSMM Master Instructor, Range Officer Training Courses in 2023
The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has announced its lineup of Master Instructor and Range Officer training courses for 2023! These...
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Engelmeier Memoire Part 1:
Inspired by the many adventures he experienced as a member of the Air Force Pistol Marksmanship Team back in the...
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Ken Blaedel Earns Distinguished Rifleman Badge at Age 75
Ken Blaedel, 76, of Dublin, Calif., doesn’t let age get in his way. In 2022, he reached an ambition that...
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CMP’s Talladega Marksmanship Park Offering Monthly Shotgun, Archery Events
TALLADEGA, Ala. – If you’re a seasoned Sporting Clays or 3D Archery athlete, or if you’ve ever been interested in...
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Smallbore, Air Matches Return to CMP’s 2023 Camp Perry Open
CAMP PERRY, Ohio – The Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) annual Camp Perry Open is set for May 19-22, ready to...
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