Re: Midwest Rifle Master Challenge, Missouri, March
Hello Shooters,
We are less than a month out. I just wanted to touch on a few things.
First, I would like to go over what you need to bring.
Weapons, a centerfire rifle with a scope that has adjustment capability (you can turn the dials in the field) and a pistol. A semi-automatic pistol is recommended.
Caliber selection; if you think you hit a target, but the RO didn't see it...you don't get any points. If you have a question or are positive you did, I want you to bring it up. But any discrepancies must be addressed on that stage and the RO has the final say. The moral of this paragraph is...choose a good balance between performance and downrange energy.
Plan on being able to carry half of your ammo when you start out in the morning. You need to be able to carry your rifle, pistol and all gear "hands free" while moving between stages. The rifle needs to have a sling and the pistol needs to have a holster. Bottled water will be available throughout the range, but a method of carrying some would be a good idea as well.
This will be a physical match. You will be walking between stages and moving a lot during the stages. Be prepared for this. A helmet is not required, but would be a really good idea. Hearing protection and Eye protection will be required. Make sure you bring appropriate snivel gear.
Safety; this is the most important thing in this email. Everyone will be safe. Anything else will not be tolerated. Any movement will be performed with empty chambers and empty magazine wells. Muzzle discipline will be practiced at all times. You will not discharge a weapon unless you have identified the target and anything behind it.
You will have fun, this is non-negotiable!
Competitors need to arrive between 2:00 and 4:30 Friday afternoon. Make sure you have your rifle with you. There will be a zero range available, but you need to have a rifle that is zeroed and ready to go. There will be a safety briefing and dinner. This is mandatory.
Everyone needs to be on site no later than 7:30 Saturday morning. The gate will be locked shortly afterward, so if you don't make it, you are out of luck. This will be a long day.
Sunday will be more relaxed and we should wrap up early afternoon.
I look forward to seeing everyone soon.