The practical weapons sports were developed from informal shooting matches that incorporated elements more relevant in defensive shooting, such as drawing the gun from the holster, movement, fast target acquisition and multiple targets. For this reason the actual scenarios will not be known to the competitor prior to match day. Each match will be comprised from scenarios developed and approved by the Match staff. Because of time constraints, this series of scenarios will be limited to 4 per match at this time.

The competitors will be briefed on each scenario before the attempting that scenario. Descriptions of the scenarios will be posted, including a diagram of target placement and target type, at the briefing area for that specific scenario. When actually competing in any scenario, a Safety Officer will accompany the competitor.

Various types of targets will be used during this competition, including both paper and steel. The IPSC cardboard targets will be used.

All competitors and match officials, forward of the Dillman Range House, will be required to wear approved eye and ear protection.  It is also strongly suggested that those individuals forward of the Dillman Range House wear head cover with a bill or brim and long sleeved shirt, trousers and shoes that cover their feet (no sandals)

For safety reasons shot no larger than 00 Buck for shotguns will not be allowed for competition against steel targets. Handgun ammunition must be loaded with muzzle velocities of no more than 1,200 fps and may be tested over a chronograph by staff if suspected of exceeding these velocities.  Rifle ammunition must be loaded to muzzle velocities of no more than 3,000 fps, so those using .223 Rem/5.56mm should use bullets of 62 grain or heavier.  These velocity restrictions have been put in place to avoid damage to our steel targets, as recommended by their manufacture.