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Published on: February 9, 2022
[…] others have done before me and pass along some things that benefited me. Also, what follows will be a blend of what was shared with me, thoughts from Raymond Prior who authored Bullseye Mind (if you haven’t already, read and savor this book!), sessions with an excellent cognitive therapist, good reading and what seems to add up and follow from experience. I went Distinguished this past September – a journey that was seven years in the making. The fact that it occurred […]
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Published on: January 19, 2022
[…] but rather, a narrative that truly shows the heart of the National Matches – the people who attend. As I was beginning to wrap up my stay, Colonel Kitchens came up to me, thanked me and handed me a cook book from his church in Charleston – a parting gift for attending their shindig. “I submitted two recipes – neither made the book,” he said with a smile, his cigar still smoldering and tucked under his pointer finger. I stood […]
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Published on: January 16, 2022
For those interested in learning more about how to train others in marksmanship or how to oversee competitive events, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has announced its lineup of Master Instructor and Range Officer training courses for 2022. Advanced classes are available to experienced individuals looking to become certified in teaching marksmanship basics and match details as “Master Instructors” of CMP’s sanctioned Garand, Springfield and Modern/Vintage Military (GSMM) rifle or Rimfire Sporter rifle events. The registration fee of $135 for […]
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Published on: January 9, 2022
[…] reintroduced to the same match without being repaired. You also have the option to swap out a gun as above should you have a malfunction during timed and rapid-fire portions. The definition for a malfunction is in the CMP Pistol Competition Rules, Rule 5.1.5 on page 47. Competitors may view the Competition Rules at https://thecmp.org/competitions/cmp-pistol-program/. When Firing is Complete: Once you’re done with your shooting, quietly insert your ECI (empty chamber indicator) and reload your magazines. Be courteous to your fellow competitors […]
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Published on: January 5, 2022
Beginning January 2022, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) will sanction a series of simulated head-to-head rifle, pistol and CMP Games events for competitors to participate in from their home ranges. Known as the CMP League Matches, the new program will be open to any CMP Affiliated Clubs which may hold these events on a weekly, monthly or bi-monthly schedule. An average score will be computed by CMP’s Competition Tracker, with awards distributed to the top competitors from around the country. Interested […]
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Published on: January 4, 2022
By Gary Anderson, DCM Emeritus The annual process of reviewing and updating CMP competition rulebooks is nearing completion with this announcement and the posting of the 2022 rulebooks on the CMP website. The CMP competitions program began in 1996 with only two disciplines, Service Rifle and Service Pistol. CMP competitions have now grown to include separate disciplines for Service Rifle, Service Pistol, .22 Rimfire Pistol, Service Revolver, As-Issued Military Rifle (Garand, Springfield, Vintage Military Rifle, M1 Carbine, Modern Military Rifle, […]
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Published on: December 14, 2021
By Gary Anderson, DCM Emeritus The CMP’s selection of 2022 competition rulebooks, which it is beginning to release now, includes one new rulebook, the 1st Edition CMP Air Rifle and Air Pistol Competition Rules. A copy of this new rulebook is already posted on the CMP website at https://thecmp.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2022CMPAirGunRulebook.pdf. Additional information about the CMP Air Rifle and Air Pistol Program can be found on the CMP website at https://thecmp.org/competitions/cmp-air-rifle-and-air-pistol-program/. The CMP has noteworthy credentials for being an organization that sanctions and conducts air rifle and air […]
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Published on: December 9, 2021
In January 2022, the CMP stated sanctioning Air Rifle and Air Pistol competitions. The CMP Air Rifle and Air Pistol Competition Rules (2024) govern the conduct of matches at the CMP Competition Centers and a new Distinguished Badge Program for Air Rifle and Air Pistol. CMP will also add a Classification Program and a new National Matches 60-shot Air Pistol and Air Rifle Championship at Camp Perry in July. This rulebook will also provide instructions for conducting three special airgun […]
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Published on: November 3, 2021
High school student-athletes involved in marksmanship programs have the opportunity to gain educational benefits for their commitment to hard work by applying for the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Scholarships for the 2022-2023 school year. These scholarships may be used to pursue post-secondary education or vocational programs, continuing CMP’s mission of supporting youth marksmen. Since the program’s beginning in 2005, the CMP has annually offered $1,000 one-year scholarships to current high school seniors based on academic merit, humanitarian efforts, extracurricular activities […]
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Published on: September 29, 2021
Registration is now open for the 2021-2022 JROTC Three-Position Postal Competition. This national event is open for all young cadets in Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force JROTC programs who are interested in competing with other high school junior athletes from around the country. The U.S. Army Cadet Command, TECOM (Training & Education Command), the Naval Service Training Command and AFOATS (Air Force Officer Accession and Training Schools) jointly conduct the JROTC Air Rifle event. Competition is organized and […]
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Published on: September 16, 2021
The Civilian Marksmanship Program’s Matt Carroll, programs logistic manager and education specialist, has been chosen as one of Alabama’s 4-H Volunteers of the Year for 2021 for his commitment to 4-H youth in the local community, region and state – “Making the Best Better,” as the committee stated. Carroll was selected as the winner of the East Central Alabama region of Calhoun County, where CMP South Headquarters are located. For his accomplishment, he will be invited to a 4-H Volunteer […]
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Published on: June 21, 2021
The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is ready to present updated information on restrictions previously set for the 2021 National Matches. The matches will be held at Camp Perry, Ohio, in July and August. Updates include new information on awards ceremonies, Distinguished Badge pinning, range occupation and mask regulations. Awards Ceremonies: The CMP is happy to announce the awards ceremonies at the 2021 National Matches, previously cancelled due to COVID restrictions, are back on the schedule – however, in a different […]