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Open Public Range Schedule Released for CMP’s Electronic Targets at Camp Perry

April 24, 2018

Civilian Marksmanship Program▸The First Shot▸Open Public Range Schedule Released for CMP’s Electronic Targets at Camp Perry

CAMP PERRY, Ohio –  The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has released its 2018 schedule for Petrarca Range on the grounds of Camp Perry – a public gun range which features electronic targets designed to withstand both rifle and pistol firing.

Competitors on Petrarca Range are shielded from the elements by an overhead covering.

The range will be open every Monday from from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., beginning April 16, and Mondays from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., beginning May 7, until October when the time will change to 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The range will remain open until Nov. 19, 2018, when it will close for the season. 

View a complete Petrarca Range schedule here: https://thecmp.org/wp-content/uploads/Petrarca-Range-Schedule.pdf.

Petrarca will also remain open almost daily during the duration of the National Matches at Camp Perry in July. A more specific schedule will be released around National Match time.

Competitors may fire in the Garand-Springfield-Vintage-Military Rifle match held at Camp Perry.

The range will be CLOSED the following days within the year:

  • May 28 – Memorial Day
  • July 9
  • Aug 27
  • Sept 3 – Labor Day
  • Oct 8 – Columbus Day
  • Nov 12 – Veterans Day

Petrarca is home to 10 rifle targets set up at 100 yards and 5 pistol targets set up at either 25 or 50 yards. For those interested in short-range zeroing, the targets can also accurately simulate 200, 300 and 600 yards. Benches are available for those wishing to have extra support while firing.

In addition to Open Public days, match days have also been added to the Petrarca schedule. Currently, a GSMM (Garand, Springfield, Vintage/Modern Military) match is set for Saturday, May 19, with other tentative matches expected to be added throughout the year.

Guests must provide his/her own equipment and ammo (no larger than .30-06 and no 300 Win Mag ammo or armor piercing ammo). Ammo will also be available for purchase at the range. A small fee of $10/hour (or $25 for 3 hours) is all it costs to fire on Petrarca Range. CMP staff will be present at all times during the Open slots to ensure safety procedures are followed and to answer any questions about the electronic target system.

More About Petrarca Range:

Monitors on each firing point display shots on the firing line. There is no pit duty or walking to targets to view shots.

CMP Targets at Petrarca Range is powered by the Kongsberg Target Systems (KTS) of Norway. With the use of electronic targets, marksmen no longer need to walk downrange to change paper or use a scope to score – simply approach the firing line and watch shots instantly score and appear on monitors located at each firing point. For more information, visit the Petrarca Range page on the CMP website at https://thecmp.org/competitions/cmp-targets-at-petrarca-range/.

Where is Petrarca Range?

Petrarca Range is located at the Camp Perry Training Facility near the shores of Lake Erie, only six miles west of Port Clinton on State Route 2. Camp Perry’s entrance is marked by its signature stone towers and checkered water tower in the distance.

About KTS Electronic Targets:

KTS Electronic Targets work through the power of acoustics – “hearing” the shot and accurately determining its location. With extensive use by ranges in 30 nations for over 20 years by Kongsberg Target Systems and additional experience received in-house by the CMP, the accuracy and ease of these electronic targets make marksmanship even more enjoyable for every age and experience level.

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19 Replies to “Open Public Range Schedule Released for CMP’s Electronic Targets at Camp Perry”

  1. kyle davis says:
    May 6, 2022 at 1:01 pm

    i heard from a fellow soldier that we can use the shoot house for ar-15 type rifles and the 249 range for long range guns. is that true and if so can i get some information on how to utilize these areas.

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    1. Christine Elder says:
      May 6, 2022 at 4:53 pm

      You would have to contact Camp Perry Range Operations at 614‑336‑6245.

      Thank you,
      Christine

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      1. kyle davis says:
        May 6, 2022 at 5:02 pm

        thank you for the information

        Reply
  2. Paul says:
    February 11, 2022 at 8:24 am

    Can you please give an updated list on when the range is open. ( Hours )
    Also is the range open year round?

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    1. Christine Elder says:
      February 12, 2022 at 8:06 am

      Paul,
      We only have access to Petrarca Range on Mondays, mid-March to mid-November. You can find a schedule listed on our website at https://thecmp.org/ranges/cmp-targets-at-petrarca-range/. We use the big Camp Perry ranges during the National Matches but not year-around due to Guard training. Here’s our National Match details – https://thecmp.org/cmp-national-matches/.
      Thanks,
      Christine

      Reply
  3. Ernest isaac says:
    June 10, 2021 at 2:22 pm

    Can we shoot rifles. Just git a new ar15 i want to shoot.

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    1. Christine Elder says:
      June 11, 2021 at 7:11 am

      Yes, you can shoot rifles, just no ammo no larger than .30-06 to be fired and no 300 Win Mag ammo or armor piercing ammo. There’s also a list of ammunition that is not permitted listed on our website at https://thecmp.org/ranges/cmp-targets-at-petrarca-range/. Feel free to call Mike with any questions – (419) 635-2141 ext. 753.
      Hope to see you soon,
      Christine

      Reply
  4. RAY APODACA says:
    March 10, 2021 at 1:19 am

    what is the criteria to become a member. what is the yearly fee. is there a portion of the rifle range i can fire in the prone position?

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    1. Christine Elder says:
      March 10, 2021 at 10:05 am

      Ray, our range is open to the public and the fee is $10 per hour ($25 for 3 hours). You are welcome to fire in the prone position as well as other shooting positions during your timeframe. Hope to see you soon on the firing line.
      Christine

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  5. Kevin Decker says:
    October 19, 2018 at 4:14 pm

    Next year will this range be open more than one day a week? Are there any other ranges which are open to the public at Camp Perry? I am interested in long range shooting. Thank you

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    1. Christine Elder says:
      October 21, 2018 at 5:12 pm

      CMP currently operates Petrarca Range on Mondays as that is the agreement with the Army National Guard. I will forward your comment to our Programs Chief, Christie Sewell.

      Reply
  6. gerry kaleniecki says:
    October 7, 2018 at 10:41 pm

    Open to the public means anybody can come and shoot there?

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    1. Christine Elder says:
      October 8, 2018 at 4:11 pm

      Correct but please see our calendar for schedules dates/times we are open.

      Reply
  7. Gary W Cook says:
    July 1, 2018 at 5:19 pm

    Will range be open 2 July even if it rains?

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    1. Christine Elder says:
      July 8, 2018 at 11:59 am

      Yes, the range is open even if it rains. Lighting would cause us to cease fire.

      Reply
  8. Chuck W says:
    April 27, 2018 at 6:44 pm

    Just wondering if the range will be open during the national matches other than Monday?

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    1. Christine Elder says:
      May 1, 2018 at 12:51 pm

      Yes, the range will be open daily throughout the National Matches once firing is complete on Rodriguez. A NM schedule is being drafted and will be released soon.

      Reply
  9. Barron Hill says:
    April 26, 2018 at 5:56 pm

    I still want to help at range as volunteer and have filled out app. , but have not heard from CMP. I am computer challenged (LOL) I am local (Sylacauga) and former firearms instructor – Shelby, Jefferson Co. SO . certified Glock armorer . Thanks in advance Bear

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    1. Christine Elder says:
      April 27, 2018 at 8:35 am

      I’ll forward your message to Vera, our Volunteer Coordinator. Thank you!

      Reply

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