Green Mill “Long-Range Tactical .22” Matches for 2019
2019 Dates: September 21st, 2019
October 19th, 2019
November 16th, 2019 ... December TBD
Schedule: 8:00am – 8:45am: Registration
8:45am: Safety Briefing
9:00am: Match Start
1:00pm: Match End (estimated)
Location: Green Mill sportsman’s range, Erie CO
Registration: In person, 8:00am – 8:45 am at the range, limited to 32 shooters
Entry Fee: $25.00 – at the range (cash only)
Description:
This is a “Quarter-Scale” match shot at quarter-scale steel targets that range from 35 yards out to 242 yards. The match consists of nine shooting stages firing 8 to 20 rounds from supported and unsupported positions (e.g. standing, sitting, kneeling, prone, tripods, barricades etc.) under time pressure. This competition stresses long-distance shooting in field situations. The ballistics of a .22LR closely mimic the ballistics (wind drift and drop) of long-range steel matches at one quarter the distance. In other words, if you manage to hit the ¼ scale antelope target at 192 yards with your .22 the elevation and wind call closely match what you need to hit a full-size antelope in the field at 768 yards with a .308. A detailed knowledge of your ballistics as well as good wind reading skills are required to make first rounds hits. The course of fire is fun and challenging and will help any shooter hone his or her marksmanship skills.
Who may shoot:
This match is open to Green Mill members as well as the public 18 years and older. A youth 12 years old an older may also shoot this match if a parent or legal guardian accompanies them AND shoots with them. Non-members must sign a liability waiver to participate.
Firearm Requirements:
This match is limited to .22 LR rimfire rifles only. Rifles may be semi-auto loading or bolt action and for safety purposes, all eligible firearms MUST be equipped with a detachable box magazine – No exceptions.
Required Equipment:
- A scoped 22LR rifle with a detachable box magazine (e.g. no lever actions).
- A sling and/or front bi-pod and at least two magazines, and 150 rounds of ammo
- Shooting bags, Shooting mat, Binoculars or Spotting scopes
- Shooting tri-pod (may be used on certain stages), suppressors welcome and encouraged
- I-25 north to Exit #232 (Erie Parkway)
- West on Erie Parkway past County Roads 7 & 5
- Left (south) on Bonanza Drive (past Erie Fire Station on S.W. corner)
- Left on first dirt road (just past Fire station and Longs Peak Rd)
- Follow dirt road (Green mill Rd) for ¾ mile to GreenMill range gate
- turn left at the first intersections and drive over the hill towards the trap and police ranges.
Sponsorships:
Many thanks to Mile High Shooting Accessories Austin Angus Steel Targets ([email protected]) and Voodoo rifles for providing prizes, some stage equipment as well as shooting coaches for new shooters.
