Rules: NRA Smallbore Rifle Rules
Eligibility: Open to all competitors (Rule 1.7c). Note - Those wishing to participate in this event with a rifle (e.g., semi-automatic rifle) or equipment (e.g., bench rest) which does not adhere to the rules as outlined may do so; however, participation will be "for fun" only and the scores will not be submitted to the NRA for classification.
Entries: Entries are limited to 100 competitors which is the capacity of the range for the time allotted. All entries are requested in advance. If range space is available, entries will be accepted onsite.
Squadding: Competitors will be assigned a definite relay and target by the Statistical Office. Failure to report on the proper relay or firing point forfeits the right to fire. All entries must be made before firing commences in the match.
Challenges: Competitors may challenge the value of doubtful shot holes in accordance with procedures detailed in Section 16 of the NRA Rule Book. Challenge fee is $1.00 per match. All fired targets will be retained until the challenge period has ended, which is 30 minutes after the posting of the preliminary results.
Ties: Ties will be broken by the method prescribed in Section 15 of the NRA Smallbore Rifle Rule Book.
Coaching: No coaching on the firing line is allowed (Rule 9.10 & 12.2).
Targets: Competitors will be responsible for hanging their own targets and supplying their own target clips.
Sighting Shots: Competitors may fire unlimited sighting shots before and/or during record firing (Rule 9.2).
Preparation Time: There will be a 3-minute preparation period before the first stage and a 1-minute preparation period before the second stage (Rule 10.3.1). There will be a 20-minute change over period between positions.
Day 1 Match Schedule:
Match 1 50 Meters Target A-50/6 40 Shots in two (2) 20 minute stages with metallic sights
Match 2 Dewar Target A-50/6 & A-33 40 Shots in two (2) 20 minute stages with metallic sights
Match 3 100 Yards Target A-33 40 Shots in two (2) 20 minute stages with metallic sights
Match 4 Reverse Dewer Target A-33 & 50/6 40 Shots in two (2) 20 minute stages with metallic sights
Match 5 Iron Sights Aggregate Aggregate of Matches 1 through 4.
Match 6 Team Match Target A-50/6 & A-33 40 Shots in two (2) 20 minute stages with metallic sights
Day 2 Match Schedule:
Match 7 50 Meters Target A-50/6 40 Shots in two (2) 20 minute stages with any sights
Match 8 Dewar Target A-50/6 & A-33 40 Shots in two (2) 20 minute stages with any sights
Match 9 100 Yards Target A-33 40 Shots in two (2) 20 minute stages with any sights
Match 10 Reverse Dewer Target A-33 & 50/6 40 Shots in two (2) 20 minute stages with any sights
Match 11 Any Sights Aggregate Aggregate of Matches 7 through 10.
Match 12 Team Match Target A-50/6 & A-33 40 Shots in two (2) 20 minute stages with any sights
Aggregate Matches:
Match 13 Grand Aggregate Individual Aggregate of Matches 5 and 11
Match 14 Grand Aggregate Team Aggregate of Matches 6 and 12
Individual Entry Fee: $40 both days, $25 one day. Exact change or a check made payable to the St. Joseph Valley Rifle & Pistol Association is required to satisfy payment.
Team Entry Fee: In order to promote team entries, no fee will be collected. Teams will be comprised of two individuals who meet the requirements of Section 2 of the NRA Smallbore Rifle Rules.
Categories: Open, Senior (Rule 2.2.1), Junior (2.3), Intermediate Junior (2.3.1), Sub-Junior (2.3.2), College (2.8).
Classification: Each competitor will be placed in one class according to the NRA Classification System (Rule 19) and shall be prepared to exhibit a classification card or Temporary Score Record Book. Unclassified competitors will fire in the Master Class if they do not have an assigned classification.
Awards: Provided by the St. Joseph Valley Rifle & Pistol Association. To be determined based on entries.
Camping: The range has adequate space for camping, with electric hookup. There are washrooms with flush toilets and showers. Please register online: St. Joseph Valley Rifle and Pistol Association, Inc. - RV Campsite Regsitration
General Information:
Multiple restaurants are located in the immediate area. https://www.visitelkhartcounty.com/restaurants/
Ample lodging is available in or around Elkhart, Indiana. https://www.visitelkhartcounty.com/hotels/
