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Published on: October 10, 2014
About CMP Travel Games The Games, which have been a regular part of the CMP schedule for the last decade, are regional competitions created to give competitors the chance to participate in beloved CMP events found at the National Matches, but on a much smaller scale. Events fired at the Games include: CMP Games: To see the CMP Games National Record Scores, click here. The Games also feature a growing field of pistol opportunities to provide guests with even more competitive avenues, […]
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Published on: October 9, 2014
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer CAMP PERRY, OH – The Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) State Directors from around the country met for a weekend of fellowship and fun at the State Director Workshop October 3-4 in the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center at Camp Perry. A group of 43 directors attended the weekend. The State Directors of each of the 50 states are appointed to provide leadership, coordination, networking, motivation and publicity for shooting sports in their geographic areas. The […]
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Published on: October 3, 2014
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer CAMP PERRY, OH – The Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) State Directors from around the country met for a weekend of fellowship and fun at the State Director Workshop October 3-4 in the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center at Camp Perry. A group of 43 directors attended the weekend. The State Directors of each of the 50 states are appointed to provide leadership, coordination, networking, motivation and publicity for shooting sports in their geographic areas. The […]
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Published on: October 3, 2014
[…] loader (primitive) events can relate. I usually shoot a flintlock and always help others when they need and what it. But I can’t pack their possible bag or paddle their canoe, so to speak. Where can I get a CMP rule book or a site to download it? Thank you, Dano A: Dano, Here’s the link for CMP Rules. SFC Kyle Ward Q: Dear Sirs: Normally, should the sling be longer for the Prone positions when compared to the sitting positions? […]
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Published on: October 3, 2014
[…] shooters do in offhand? Is there another way for me to try offhand that will allow a stable platform? Offhand is my work hard position. Respectfully, Michael G. Strikmiller, REM A: Mr. Strikmiller, Your position is legal and defined under rule 5.12 in the NRA Highpower rulebook. The rifle may rest on top of the shoulder, however discharging a firearm while resting on top of the shoulder may result in personal injury. Your second issue about your hand touching your […]
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Published on: October 3, 2014
[…] SFC Kyle Ward Q: SFC Ward, Thanks for the info on the guns. Is there a class for plain ol’ stock guns? How much modification goes into the guns used in the high power matches? How do I obtain a rule book? John A: Mr. Velasquez, There is not a class for just plain rifles. To compete with a rifle that has not been accurized would be frustrating to you as a shooter, and a potential safety hazard to those around […]
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Published on: September 28, 2014
[…] the camp for over 25 years and fondly recall instructing Marisca. “I remember Marisca very well . . .” said Russell in an email to Marisca’s Aunt Caroline. “She impressed me enough to earn her own page in the camp book.” “Marisca will do well at anything she attempts,” he went on to say. “Her attitude, ability and willingness to work/excel will carry her a long way in life.” Four years after attending the camp, Marisca still has a photo […]
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Published on: September 16, 2014
How to form a CMP Marksmanship Club We’ll review each step in more detail below, but as a general overview, here are the steps to follow to successfully form a new club: Grouping of interested persons in safety and marksmanship. Have the first meeting. Establish temporary chairman and officers, answer questions. Have the second meeting. Answer more questions, name the club, and create club bylaws. Establish permanent club bylaws, club officers, and financial structures. Identify club shooting interest, highpower, shotgun, […]
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Published on: September 16, 2014
[…] Rifle Program National Trophy Rifle & CMP Games Schedule CMP Advanced Highpower Clinic students and coaches. Topics covered during the course The History and the Importance of the National Matches Range Safety Care and Use of Match Equipment The Data Book Zeroes / Zeroing Advanced Fundamentals Shooting Positions Match Etiquette Team Shooting Wind Reading Training Techniques Mental Management The clinic will conclude in time for all clinic students to participate in Squadded Practice. If you have questions about the Advanced […]
Category: FAQ
Published on: September 16, 2014
First– we are not your regular gun dealer. The law that established the CMP exempted us from FFL requirements. We are not required to keep a ‘ book’ or to ship only to another FFL. The law also specifies that we must have a completed ‘successful’ background check conducted for each sale. So – we cannot ship a rifle until we get a ‘proceed’ from the FBI. The three days after a ‘delay’ does not apply to us as it […]
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Published on: September 16, 2014
To purchase commercial items such as tools, books, memorabilia, no eligibility requirements need to be met. To purchase commercial ammunition the requirement of membership in a CMP affiliated organization/association must be met. To purchase surplus ammunition the requirement of citizenship and membership in a CMP affiliated organization/association must be met.
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Published on: September 3, 2014
By James Evenson, Minneapolis Rifle Club The 2014 Prone Smallbore State Championship results are in the books. The last smallbore prone match of the year on the Minneapolis Rifle Club’s (MRC) schedule was held August 23 and 24 at the Bob VanJean Small Bore facility at MRC. It turned out to be a great event with a full line on Saturday for the Iron Sight matches. The range was in great shape as usual thanks to the hard work of […]