Green Mill Tactical .22 Steel Challenge Matches for 2020
Dates: Held on the 3rd Saturday of each month:
June 20th,
July 18th,
August 15th,
September 19th,
October 17th, 2019,
November 21st,
December 19th
Schedule: 8:00am – 8:45am: Registration
Registration: In person, 8:00am – 8:45 am at the range, limited to 20 shooters for COVID then up to 32 when restrictions lift.
Entry Fee: $25.00 – at the range (cash only)
Description:
This is a “Quarter-Scale tactical field match” using 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, rooftops etc.) under time pressure. This competition simulates long-distance shooting in field situations with centerfire rifles at 1/4 scale and closely approximates long-range PRS style competitions.
The ballistics of a .22LR closely align with the ballistics (wind drift and drop) of a .308 (175g SMK) at ¼ of the distance. In other words, if you manage to hit the ¼ scale IPSC target at 232 yards with your .22, the elevation and wind call needed to “ring steel” will closely match the elevation and wind call needed to hit a full-size IPSC in the field at 900-1,000 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 participate as long as a parent or legal guardian accompanies them AND shoots (squads) 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. For safety purposes, all eligible firearms MUST be equipped with a detachable box magazine – No exceptions.
Required Equipment:
Dates: Held on the 3rd Saturday of each month:
June 20th,
July 18th,
August 15th,
September 19th,
October 17th, 2019,
November 21st,
December 19th
Schedule: 8:00am – 8:45am: Registration
- 8:30am: Safety Briefing
- 8:45am: Site-in (targets at 50, 183 and 232 yards)
- 9:00am: Match Start
- 1:00pm: Match End (estimated)
Registration: In person, 8:00am – 8:45 am at the range, limited to 20 shooters for COVID then up to 32 when restrictions lift.
Entry Fee: $25.00 – at the range (cash only)
Description:
This is a “Quarter-Scale tactical field match” using 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, rooftops etc.) under time pressure. This competition simulates long-distance shooting in field situations with centerfire rifles at 1/4 scale and closely approximates long-range PRS style competitions.
The ballistics of a .22LR closely align with the ballistics (wind drift and drop) of a .308 (175g SMK) at ¼ of the distance. In other words, if you manage to hit the ¼ scale IPSC target at 232 yards with your .22, the elevation and wind call needed to “ring steel” will closely match the elevation and wind call needed to hit a full-size IPSC in the field at 900-1,000 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 participate as long as a parent or legal guardian accompanies them AND shoots (squads) 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. 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 or pump actions).
- A scope with exposed elevation knobs is required to be successful but not required to shoot. If you feel the need to knock yourself out with a duplex hunting reticle you are welcome to join the fun.
- A sling and/or front bi-pod and at least two magazines, and 150 rounds of ammo
- Scope with zero stop
- Scope with a graduated reticle that is in the same units as the exposed elevation knob (e.g. Mil/Mil or MOA/MOA)
- Shooting bags, Shooting mat, Binoculars or Spotting scopes are useful - bring them!
- 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 (2nd light west of I-25 next to the Erie Fire Station on S.W. corner)
- Left on first dirt road (100 yards, just past Fire station and Longs Peak Rd)
- Follow dirt road (Green Mill Rd) for ¾ mile to GreenMill range gate and turn left at the first intersections and drive over the hill towards the trap and police ranges.
