CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park Hosts Alabama Best Warrior Event
December 18, 2023
On Friday, Dec. 8, 2023, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) hosted the Alabama Army National Guard (ALARNG) Best Warrior Mystery Event at Talladega Marksmanship Park in Alabama. This was the final event in the week-long competition.
A total of 14 competitors had the opportunity to fire the M1 Garand Rifle in this mystery/surprise event. Each competitor received basic instruction and a safety briefing before competition consisted of the CMP Garand Match course of fire: 35 rounds at 200 yards on Talladega’s line of electronic targets. Only one of the 14 competitors had previously fired an M1. The CMP provided all rifles and ammunition for the competition.
ALARNG leadership present included the Adjutant General of Alabama, Maj. Gen. Sheryl Gordon, and Command Sgt. Maj. Elmore. Additionally, the Alabama Partnership for Peace counterpart country, Romania, was present. Representing Romania were the Romanian Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of Defense for Romania, Command Sgt. Maj. Flores (SAS), and the Romanian Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Romanian Land Forces Commander, Command Sgt. Maj. Gheorge.
At the conclusion of the Garand Match course of fire, the Best Warrior awards ceremony was held on the CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park clubhouse patio stage, where each competitor was given CMP challenge coins, ALARNG challenge coins and their overall ranking awards for the week. The CMP was honored to host an event like this and looks forward to increased partnership with the ALARNG.
About the CMP and Talladega Marksmanship Park:
The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a national organization dedicated to training and educating U.S. citizens in responsible uses of firearms and air guns through gun safety training, marksmanship training and competitions.
Talladega Marksmanship Park, “The Home of Marksmanship,” is a worthy destination for firearm supporters and guests looking for practice, competition and mindful learning opportunities. Featuring CMP electronic targets and scoring monitors that can only be found at the 500-acre facility, the park regularly hosts rifle, pistol and shotgun events all year long. The CMP’s Unknown Distance Range at Talladega also allows guests to practice their skills in the field of over 100 steel targets, out to 625 yards, while the 20-lane life-size 3D target Archery Range provides even more marksmanship fun at the Park.
The public is welcome daily, all year long, to test out their firearms or to simply explore the grounds. Off the firing line, the Club House holds a fully stocked Pro Shop that includes an exclusive collection of rifles, ammunition, marksmanship accessories and CMP memorabilia that is always open during park hours. Learn more about Talladega Marksmanship Park at https://thecmp.org/ranges/talladega-marksmanship-park/.
How many shooting ranges does the CMP maintain in Alabama. Does the CMP manage any shooting ranges in Mississippi, because I live in Biloxi and I was wondering if any of your facilities are here in Mississippi. Thank you
Sincerely, John M, Shapley.
John,
CMP has Affiliated Clubs in each state. You can search for a club near you on our website at https://thecmp.org/clubs/search-clubs/ or reach out to Mike in our Clubs Department at mconrad@thecmp.org or 419-635-2141 ext. 753 and he can help assist you.
Thanks,
Christine