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Published on: August 23, 2023
[…] he sometimes competes with his service pistol, Slee has become accustomed to firing his .22 in matches. “When I was young, I had a fascination with all things Army, including firearms,” he explained. “I guess I wanted to march in formation, wear a uniform and shoot guns.” He had his chance when he enlisted in the Army Reserve in 1982. A few years later, in 1984, he learned of the Army’s shooting program. He tried out and made the 5th Army […]
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Published on: August 1, 2023
[…] 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 […]
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Published on: July 27, 2023
[…] Talladega Marksmanship Park. We are selling an experience to the consumer they can’t find anywhere else. This isn’t your typical trade show where the consumer looks at the product then seemingly forgets about it. They will have the opportunity to test your ammo, your firearms and your accessories on our exquisite, state of the art, technologically advanced outdoor range. We know this experience will leave the customer dreaming of your products. We also want you to have the opportunity to […]
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Published on: July 26, 2023
[…] mentally challenging to figure out position and challenge myself to be perfect in everything I’m doing,” she said. The 2023 National Matches marked the first time Ossi shot outdoors at Camp Perry. The unique environment gave her the opportunity to test her skills further. Cecelia started marksmanship her junior year of high school. “Shooting outdoors created a lot of challenges, which is why I loved Camp Perry. You have to figure out how the wind is affecting your shooting, and […]
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Published on: July 19, 2023
[…] 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 take a tour of 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 […]
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Published on: July 13, 2023
By Sheri Trusty, CMP Feature Writer The wide scope of the 2023 Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Long Range National Matches provides an opportunity for just about anyone to test their skill at long distance shooting including a new Mid-Range Match. Participants can compete with six different rifles in three different classes, making the matches accessible to marksmen of all skill levels. The matches will be held on July 31 to Aug. 5 during the National Matches on Camp Perry’s Viale […]
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Published on: July 11, 2023
[…] the ceremony. O’Keefe talked about the impact the National Matches’ long history has made on marksmanship, and he said the CMP is committed to carrying that impact into the future. CMP is tying its history and future together in its updated branding, “CMP – the Home of Marksmanship.” CMP works tirelessly to promote marksmanship through the four pillars of firearms training, safety, competitions and youth programs, and it has ambitious plans to widen the reach of shooting sports across the country. […]
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Published on: June 27, 2023
By Sheri Trusty, CMP Feature Writer The Ohio Triple Crown Match is waiting for its first champion. To win the Triple Crown, a competitor must win at all three competition sites: the Cardinal 4Gun Match at the Cardinal Center in Marengo on July 1-5; the Canton-McKinley Regional Match at the Canton-McKinley Rifle and Pistol Club in Canton on July 7-9; and the National Matches at Camp Perry in Port Clinton on July 10-15. The event is hosted by the Ohio Rifle […]
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Published on: June 23, 2023
[…] Perry, was donated to the National Trophy collection by the Garand Collectors Association in 2001. The winner of the first National John C. Garand Match was Charles Goettemoeller, 69, of Coldwater, Ohio. Nick Till, 49, of Howell, Mich., is the latest winner of the trophy (2022), with a previous win back in 2012. Other past competitors with multiple wins include Brian Hunter, 65, of Huntsville, Ala. (1999, 2001), and Christopher Roberts, 50, of Charlotte, N.C. (2003, 2006, 2008). Brad Diehl, […]
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Published on: June 6, 2023
[…] August Talladega Quarterly Matches and more is now available online at https://thecmp.org/cmp-matches/talladega-quarterly-matches/. Questions or registration help may be directed to CMP’s Christina Roguski at croguski@thecmp.org or 419-635-2141 ext. 714. NEW TRAINING AT TALLADEGA: Retired law enforcement visiting Talladega Marksmanship Park should consider the latest training offered at the facility – LEOSA Firearms Qualifications (Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act, HR218). Any qualified retired individuals who want to earn their annual qualifications may contact CMP’s Bret Lankford at blankford@thecmp.org or 256-474-4408 ext. 453 to schedule time on […]
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Published on: May 23, 2023
Where: Talladega Marksmanship Park When: Please call to schedule your course with Deputy Bret Lankford at (256) 474-4408 ext. 453 or email blankford@thecmp.org. Cost: Free Retired law enforcement visiting Talladega should also consider the latest training offered by the park – LEOSA Firearms Qualifications (Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act, HR218). Any qualified retired individuals who want to earn their annual qualifications may contact CMP’s Bret Lankford at blankford@thecmp.org or 256-474-4408 ext. 453 to schedule time on the range, any time throughout the year. See all Talladega Marksmanship […]
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Published on: May 11, 2023
[…] Air Gun, Excellence-In-Competition (EIC), non-EIC, CMP Match Pistol and CMP Games Rifle and Pistol events, along with Smallbore, Mid-Range and Long Range competitions. Action Pistol events combine movement and accuracy is a secured setting. Action Pistol is one of CMP’s latest programs – offering events that combine accuracy and movement. With such high profile Action Pistol matches as the long-standing Bianchi Cup in Missouri now facilitated by the CMP, the organization is striving to include more opportunities for the discipline […]