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Published on: August 19, 2016
[…] emphasis is to prove that shooting is a safe, enjoyable, and rewarding sport for women of all ages.” About Talladega Marksmanship Park: The CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park is one of the most advanced outdoor facilities in the country. Boasting the latest technological advances in the realm of marksmanship, including electronic targets and scoring monitors, it is a must-see destination for firearm supporters across the country. The park is open to the public, year-round, and offers pistol, rifle and shotgun opportunities. […]
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Published on: August 16, 2016
[…] Kathy Tribble, 57, of Oak Harbor, Ohio. Kathy Tribble was the overall winner in the National Match 30 Shot Bench League precision match. She is also a regular at the air range Open Public Nights. Kathy gave an incredible per formance to overtake the precision match, where a more accurate rifle is used than in the sporter competition. She recorded a score of 299-21x in the event – only one point away from a perfect 300. “This is the first […]
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Published on: August 9, 2016
[…] Those interested in shotgun can indulge in Sporting Clays Shoot and a 5 Stand Shoot on the park’s own manicured shotgun fields. The CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park is one of the most advanced outdoor facilities in the country. Boasting the latest technological advances in the realm of marksmanship, including electronic targets and scoring monitors, it is a must-see destination for firearm supporters across the country. The park is open to the public, year round. Off of the firing line, the […]
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Published on: July 21, 2016
[…] chief, Christie Sewell. Local entities such as the Port Clinton Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Port Clinton were also present to show their support for the innovative range at Camp Perry. “The CMP is so excited to share our latest advancement with the local community,” said Sewell. “It is our hope that this new range will positively promote marksmanship to seasoned shooters as well as those who want to learn in a safe and engaging environment.” She and distinguished […]
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Published on: July 14, 2016
[…] on-going partnership between the CMP and the Ohio National Guard. The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. and will include cake, cookies and light refreshments until 11 a.m., with the range remaining open until 5 p.m. Guests are welcome to test out the new targets with AR-15 rifles and M9 pistols, available for loan by the CMP, if needed. Petrarca Range will be open throughout the National Matches (happening now through August 9) to allow competitors and visitors to take […]
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Published on: July 7, 2016
[…] ranges of Camp Perry are just around the corner. Though steeped in history and tradition, some changes have been made to the National Match schedule as well as the grounds of Camp Perry to allow an even more enjoyable experience for all in attendance. The following is a list of notable items. First Shot Ceremony: The First Shot Ceremony, which will officially mark the beginning of the National Matches, is set to be held on July 11 on Rodriguez Range. […]
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Published on: June 7, 2016
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer TALLADEGA, Ala. – On the weekend of June 4-5, over 250 eager competitors arrived at the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) Talladega Marksmanship Park for the 2nd Annual D-Day Match. The Inaugural Match was fired last June during the dedication of the park opening, giving a celebratory overtone to the 2nd Annual event by marking an important moment in CMP history – one excitement-filled year at Talladega Marksmanship Park. The D-Day Match commemorates the […]
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Published on: June 1, 2016
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer JERICHO, Vt. – Enthusiastic rifle and pistol shooters are encouraged to sign up now for the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) latest travel games installment – the New England CMP Games, to be held Sept. 14-18, 2016, in Jericho, Vt. Registration officially opens June 1. The New England Games will take place at Camp Ethan Allen Training Site and is hosted by the Vermont State Rifle and Pistol Association, along with the Burlington Rifle and Pistol […]
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Published on: May 31, 2016
[…] a precision armed exhibition team and Color Guard is a precision flag presentation team. The Raider Team is a physical fitness team, the shooting teams compete with sporter-class rifles, and the program fields an academic team that competes in ACT test-focused competitions. In 2015-2016 alone the program accomplished the following: · A 5-month Community Service Project at a local food bank where they distributed 23,000 pounds of food to 635 families through over 1,400 hours of community service. · Board […]
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Published on: May 11, 2016
[…] electronic Kongsberg Target Systems (KTS) targets used at the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) Talladega Marksmanship Park, without having to make the haul all the way to Alabama. Camp Perry, Ohio: On the Camp Perry Petrarca Range in Ohio, KTS targets for rifle, pistol and smallbore are currently being installed. The project is going according to plan and is within budget – with completion expected by the end of June for CMP use and those attending the National Matches. When completed, […]
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Published on: May 11, 2016
[…] many steps they can take. Firstly, train hard! Get as much range time as possible and then find a way to train at home also. Take care of school work, study hard and get good grades and prepare for the tests. GPA and test scores are what gets you accepted to college, but they are also how academic scholarships are awarded. Which incidentally is often a lot more than rifle scholarships. Juniors also need to start contacting college coaches. Coaches […]
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Published on: April 22, 2016
[…] he helped the rifle team reach NCAA Champion status in 2013 and 2014 and finished in first in the Class A Men’s 50m rifle prone and the Class A Men’s 50m Rifle Three-Positions at the 2013 USA Shooting National Championships for Rifle and Pistol. Ellis was a member of the University of Kentucky rifle ream from 2011-2015. His past rifle accolades include six state championships, four national championships, five National Records and over 100 wins in local, regional and sectional […]