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The “A” Zone: LRC Practical Weapons Competition By Don [Edit], Match Director Our April match had the most competitors we’ve seen in our three seasons of having fun at the Dillman Range--40 shooters! The weather was perfect (even better than the March match) and the four scenarios gave everyone something to think about. Dick S[Edit] scenario was titled “Rumble at the Rest Home” and it drew laughs from all of us. Randy H[Edit] demonstrated a very safe method for charging a semi-auto firearm in the event of injury to either arm. Brian C[Edit] stage had shooters wishing they had belt-fed handguns and my stage had shooters remembering that accuracy is far more important than speed, both shooting and moving. A good time was had by all! We had four new competitors join us for training after the match ended and they’ll be among those who congregate at the range on May 3 for the first 3-gun match of the season. We have added something new this year: rifles can be fitted with optical sights similar to what our military is using. These aren’t your hunting scopes; these units have red dots or other types of projected reticules in the viewing area, making (in most cases) target acquisition faster. This decision was made after many requests from our shooters (especially from certain shooters who complain about being able to see the front sights on their rifles (gettin’ old is heck, isn’t it Dan.)) Most of the rifle shooting will be a relatively close range but some shots may be out to 75 or more yards. We have been promised an interesting stage that will involve shooting a clay pigeon “hand grenade” out of the air when it gets tossed up by a falling “pepper popper” target. This should be interesting, to say the least. Plans are underway for construction of the new bays at the east end of the range. This will allow us to run four scenarios at the same time, which means we’ll be able to accommodate the growing number of shooters who have found out just how much fun we have on the first Saturday of each month. And, we will probably be able to finish up earlier in the day! Those of you planning to join us should remember to bring extra water, sunscreen and a good hat as it’s warming up out there. Shooters who have never competed in practical/combat matches and haven’t had the appropriate training need to attend our training class, which is being held after the match on the 3rd. We will be showing an introductory video at the indoor range before the LRC general meeting on May 1 at 6:30 PM. This video isn’t mandatory but it will give you some excellent pointers on what to expect. Come a little earlier than usual and watch the video, even if you’re not quite ready to start shooting with us. You just might change your mind! |
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(Continued from page 3) Postal events. The Lincoln Rifle Team placed 1st in the region with an overall 4th place finish in the nation. There were 495 competitors comprising over 50 teams from across the nation competing in this event. The best Junior Air Rifle competitors in the country competed making Lincoln stand out and get noticed by the shooting community. The team consisted of Jacob C[Edit], Dustin M[Edit], Brooke N[Edit], and Kaitlin P[Edit]. The Advanced team is beginning to plan our National Competition Travel arrangements and as you know, the cost is skyrocketing due to fuel and general economic issues. We encourage the members to donate as much as they can to the Junior program to offset these rising costs. Anything you can spare, whether raffle items, cash or volunteer time with the Juniors is greatly appreciated. We hope to attend the NRA Junior air Rifle Nationals in late June hosted in Des Moines, Iowa. Lastly, Kaitlin P[Edit]has been selected to join 44 other high school age students in the NRA Y.E.S. program. This event is an all expense paid trip to Washington D.C. where the students compete in debates for a chance at $10,000 in scholarships. They also tour the capital, and learn about our political system. Congratulations to Kaitlin on this outstanding accomplishment. For more information about this program as well as other youth opportunities, log onto the NRA website @ http://www.nrahq.org/youth/index.asp. The Junior program runs from September through May each year and meets on Monday nights at the McBean Park indoor Range. The cost to join is $20 with an additional $5 one time handbook fee. Relays cost $1.00 for the first relay and an additional $1.00 for each additional relay. Junior Committee Fund raiser items will be available at the monthly Business Meetings or contact LaVerna @ ( (916) [Edit]. |
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(Continued from page 1) location, we know that our Club will eventually need to find another location. Work continues so when the time comes, we are prepared. Of course a big, part of being prepared is the funding of a “war chest”. Funds must be available for permits, surveys, studies, plans, and consultant fees. The weather is perfect for “shooting activities”. The range is generally open to members on Tuesdays, Thursday, Fridays, and weekends. In observance of our neighbors attention to the cows, we still take a break from 1:00 pm to 3:00 p.m. Call the office for specific days and times (916) 434-0308. Happy shooting and remember the Board of Directors is here to serve you. We are always happy to hear from members. I invite you to contact me at: ((916) [Edit] or e-mail at [Edit]. |