CMP New England Games

[aegagner]

Proud owner of a “new” 03-A3 and happened to see the CMP match coming to Vermont; former 11b but not a CMP member, or a particularly skilled shooter but curious about attending the match if for no other reason than to learn more about the rifle.

Is the match a friendly place for someone new to that type of shooting or would it be a bit overwhelming? Happy to join whichever clubs I need to (current NRA member) but this is all completely new territory for me.

Thanks for your time

 

[Comrade Mike]

CMP matches are about as friendly and welcoming as they get. I've seen people offer rifles, ammo, and gear to complete strangers when Murphy inevitably struck. Go out and try it, you won't be disappointed.


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[aegagner]

Thanks, I think I will

 

[Laphroaig]

completely new territory for me

As Mike said CMP matches are as friendly as it gets. But if you are completely new, you might want to do some homework.

Best would be to go and watch/shoot in a local CMP or NRA highpower match to get the gist of how it runs and range commands etc. Learn about the prep period , and when you can handle/load your weapon. If you are using a sling, how to sling up. You will have to score for you partner and will need to know the scoring disk values. There are cheat sheets, or if you get pit duty first you will learn where each value is hung.

Also equipment you need, some sort of mat to lay on, a spotting scope or at least bino's when you score, maybe a stool and clipboard. A shooting jacket of recoil absorbing device would be mandatory for me. 35 rounds of -06 from an 03A3 without some padding would be quite painful to me!

Have what you need and an idea about procedures and range commands and safety, and it will go a lot smoother for you. I didn't get in to great detail because I didn't know if you already knew some of this. I'm pretty sure some others will chime in as well.

Good luck.

Laphroaig

 

[Rotwang]

Check the program and schedule they have posted online. if you have the time you would want to attend the Small Arms Firing School (SAFS). But the new shooter clinic should take care of most of your questions. You should preregister for those.

When you're at the match don't hesitate to ask a question.

 

[aegagner]

I contacted the local group sponsoring the match and they were kind enough to reply with a lengthy email; the recommendation was similar to Laphroaig's post, basically "we're happy to have you, however you might feel more comfortable with a base level of how things operate first" which made a lot of sense.

He also mentioned taking the SAFS course, however it is on a Wednesday and I'm neck deep in my busy season so it would be a weekend only event for me.

Plan on attending one of the local NRA High Power matches in the spring to get my feet wet; thanks for the replies!