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Registration Still Open for the Talladega 600
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There's still time to register for the new Talladega 600 competitive shooting event - held Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015, through Sunday, Dec. 13, at CMP's exclusive Talladega Marksmanship Park. Rifle, pistol and shotgun events will all be fired throughout the inaugural event.
Competitions will include popular CMP Games Matches, such as the Garand, Springfield and Vintage Military Matches, as well as the Vintage Sniper, Carbine and Rimfire Matches, and versions of prestigious National Trophy Matches.
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| Junior Outshoots Country's Top Marksmen at 2015 Dixie Double |
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ANNISTON, AL - Rhiann Travis, 16, of Springtown, TX, was the High Junior and Overall Open Rifle winner during the seventh annual Dixie Double - held Nov. 20-22 at the CMP South Competition Center. With her win, Travis outdid her performance at last year's event, where she finished second overall. Sarah Beard, 24, of Danville, IN, earned second place in the Open Rifle event, while Daniel Lowe, 23, of Olympia, WA, landed in third.
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| CMP Auction Room Readies Rare and Fascinating Items for Auction Site |
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Most people who have heard of the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) associate the organization with its rifles. Many travel miles, far and wide, to rummage through the shelves of the North and South Stores - looking for the perfect new addition to their growing collections. But for those searching for more valuable, select items, they can only be found online - and are sold to the highest bidder.
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An update on the 1911's...The NDAA 2016 has passed. We have no further information concerning the status of the 1911s. We will update our customers as we know more. Please do not email or call with questions regarding the 1911s. Our systems are overloaded.
If you would like to sign up for our Sales Email Updates, please visit our website and SIGN UP.
For eligibility requirements for ordering through the CMP, please visit our WEBSITE.
Thank you, Mark Johnson, Chief Operating Officer
The Fall 2015 issue of On The Mark, CMP's Newsletter for Coaches and Junior Shooters, now posted online. This issue includes features on The Rise of Junior Pistol Shooters, Open Public Night Fun, Air Rifle 3P Terms Defined, a detailed article How to Become a Whole Lot Better written by Gary Anderson, DCME, and much more! Download your copy today!
2015-2016 CMP National Postal, State, Regional and National Championships. The CMP sponsors Three Position Air Rifle Championships that include a postal, State Championships, Regional Championships and a National Championship. These matches are designed to give all junior shooters around the country an opportunity to compete in a national level match, as well as to create shoulder-to-shoulder matches for juniors to attend. Register Today!
A NRA/CMP/USAS Level 1 Air Rifle Coach School at SAFE of Florida, Inc., Winter Park, FL, will be held January 30-31, 2016. You MUST attend both days. This course is designed to give beginning/intermediate coaches the knowledge and confidence to coach beginning/intermediate athletes. The course provides both general and specific guidance for equipment, developing shooting positions and introduces ideas you may want to use in your competition program. Please bring pen/pencil/note paper, a 2.5 inch 3-ring binder. Also, if you can, bring one complete set of the equipment (air rifle, sling, spotting scope/stand, mat, etc.) you will be using in your program. For more information, please contact Kent Arblaster, SAFE of Florida, Inc., (407-782-9735) or email kent@safefla.org
2016 CMP Aces Postal Poker Chip Design Contest
WIN A FREE ENTRY! 2016 Aces Postal is reaching out for a Poker Chip design from you! Submit your design for the CMP's Aces Postal, for the opportunity to shoot free for a year (limit 2 events per quarter) and see your design on one of our Poker Chips. We will choose 1 design per quarter, so there will be 4 winners. Entries should be submitted by emailing cmpsouthcomp@thecmp.org before the target deadline of Dec 31st and in picture format (JPG or PNG preferably). We will announce the winners of the competition with the 4th quarter results. Good luck and happy designing! For any and all issues or questions, please email the CMP South staff at cmpsouthcomp@thecmp.org or call 256-835-8455 ext. 418 or 445. Thank you for your continued support of the Civilian Marksmanship Program and best of luck shooting! James Hall, CMP Program Outreach Supervisor
 CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park. The latest addition to the CMP is its 500-acre outdoor marksmanship facility in Talladega, Alabama. The CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park is the first of its kind in the country and is one of the most sophisticated in the world - housing electronic targets similar to those used in the CMP air gun ranges. Several events have been planned at the CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park:
Wednesday Mornings - Beginners Handgun Safety Course - Creedmoor Sports in conjunction with the CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park are offering a beginners handgun safety and handling class designed to provide the beginner or novice with a basic understanding of handgun safety, operation, loading and firing. The class is four hours in duration consisting of two hours of classroom instruction and two hours of range time. Class begins at 9 am in the Clubhouse. The student will learn how to handle the handgun in a safe manner, how to carry it, how to load and unload it, and how to fire the handgun in a controlled environment. Each student will fire fifty rounds at a target 15 feet away. Call 256-474-0049 for information and/or to register for classes.
Dec 5th - IDPA - This is a practical shooting event designed around handguns and gear commonly used for concealed carry and self-defense purposes. We welcome everyone to come out and participate. If you have questions about anything either message shall@thecmp.org or email Match Director Kyle Adomavicious at Kyle.adomavicius@gmail.com. Registration 8:00-8:30 CST. If this is your first time at CMP or not preregistered, you should consider making it closer to 8:00 CST. Shooters meeting at Range 5 at 9:00 CST. Dec 6th - Steel Challenge - The Steel Challenge "SCSA" is an entree level into Shooting competition as well as the "Drag Racing" of all of the shooting sports. The match consist of 5 stages where steel plates are arranged by different sizes and distances. The objective is to shoot 5 plates as fast as you can while being timed with a timer. Each stage consist of 5 strings of the same course and the slowest of your 5 tries will be discarded and will not factor into your score. There are several classes from kids to super seniors and everything in between. There is a class for everyone regardless of your skill level. If you have any questions you can email the match director Tony Pruitt at outlawdragnova@yahoo.com Dec 7-13th - Talladega 600 - The Talladega 600 is set to begin Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015, and concludes Sunday, Dec. 13, at CMP's new Talladega Marksmanship Park. The event schedule has been designed to appeal to rifle, pistol and shotgun enthusiasts alike in order to provide an even wider variety of marksmanship opportunities to competitors from around the country. Please Note: The Talladega Marksmanship Park will be closed to the public during this time for the matches. http://thecmp.org/competitions/matches/talladega-600/ Dec 18th - Closed.
Dec 19th - Utah Concealed Carry Firearms Class - This class meets the training requirements necessary to apply for the Utah CFP License and is taught by a Utah Certified Instructor. The course content was developed by AFTS and has been reviewed and approved by the Utah Department of Public Safety/BCI for meeting the Utah BCI Training requirements and standards. This is a classroom only event, there is no live fire component of the class. Email alabamafts@earthlink.net with your name and a contact phone number. Dec 21-26th - Closed for the Holidays.
Dec 27th - Steel Challenge Practice - Practice the Steel Challenge stages on our action pistol bays from 1:00-5:00.
Dec 28th - Jan 1st - Closed for the Holidays.
Jan 2nd - IDPA - This is a practical shooting event designed around handguns and gear commonly used for concealed carry and self-defense purposes. We welcome everyone to come out and participate. If you have questions about anything either message shall@thecmp.org or email Match Director Kyle Adomavicious at Kyle.adomavicius@gmail.com. Registration 8:00-8:30 CST. If this is your first time at CMP or not preregistered, you should consider making it closer to 8:00 CST. Shooters meeting at Range 5 at 9:00 CST. Jan 3rd - Steel Challenge - The Steel Challenge "SCSA" is an entree level into Shooting competition as well as the "Drag Racing" of all of the shooting sports. The match consist of 5 stages where steel plates are arranged by different sizes and distances. The objective is to shoot 5 plates as fast as you can while being timed with a timer. Each stage consist of 5 strings of the same course and the slowest of your 5 tries will be discarded and will not factor into your score. There are several classes from kids to super seniors and everything in between. There is a class for everyone regardless of your skill level. If you have any questions you can email the match director Tony Pruitt at outlawdragnova@yahoo.com Jan 9th - 3-Gun - Contact the Marksmanship Park for more information at (256) 474-4408 ext 460 or cmptalladega@thecmp.org Jan 16th - USPSA - Contact the Marksmanship Park for more information at (256) 474-4408 ext 460 or cmptalladega@thecmp.org Jan 24th - Steel Challenge Practice - Practice the Steel Challenge stages on our action pistol bays from 1:00-5:00.
CMP Clubs Corner. The CMP would like to extend its thanks to all of our Affiliated Clubs to help us fulfill our mission to promote firearm safety and marksmanship training with an emphasis on youth. We would like to highlight our affiliated clubs whenever possible and recognize these clubs and their achievements in our publications. If you would like your club recognized, please email photos, captions or even a short article to Ashley Brugnone, CMP Staff Writer, at abrugnone@thecmp.org.
CMP Garand-Springfield-Military Master Instructor
Training Workshop. Experienced rifle marksmanship instructors and shooters who would like to receive advanced training and be certified as "Master Instructors" to teach CMP-sanctioned Garand, Springfield and Vintage Military Rifle or Rimfire Sporter Clinics are invited to apply to attend a 2015 CMP Master Instructor Training Workshop. 2015 dates and locations are:
8 December 2015- CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park
27-28 February 2016 - Camp Perry, OH 5-6 March 2016 - Anniston, AL 6-7 April 2016 - Oklahoma City, OK (April 7, assisting with New Shooter Clinic) 22 July 2016 - Camp Perry, OH, National Matches 14-15 September 2016 - Jericho, VT (tentative) (Sept. 15, assisting with New Shooter Clinic) 7-8 October 2016 - Phoenix, AZ, Western Games (Oct. 8, assisting with New Shooter Clinic) 6 December 2016 - Talladega, AL
Affiliate your club with the CMP. We look forward to working with you to assist your club in reaching its goals and in reaching the mission and vision of the CMP - to promote marksmanship training and firearms safety for all qualified U.S. citizens with a special emphasis on youth. Visit
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Shooting News in Other Media
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Rifle inks four signees for 2016-17 season - By Eric Matthews, Morehead State Athletic Media Relations - MOREHEAD, Ky. - Sarah Fink, Jesse Moyer, Alexa Potts, and Karly Potts have signed National Letters of Intent with the Morehead State rifle program. All four student-athletes will be freshmen during the 2016-17 school year. "I am proud to announce these four new members of Eagle Rifle," said Head Coach Alan Joseph. "It is difficult to write separate statements about each because they are all competent, experienced and leaders on their high school rifle teams, in school and their communities. It is unique that they all come to Morehead State from Pennsylvania. I look forward to their arrival in August." Read the complete article.
Middle schoolers fired up about marksmanship program - By Caitlin Skvorc, Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman - PALMER - Whether for hunting, self-defense, or just because it's fun, more and more middle school students want to use and learn about guns. Because of this, teachers Steve and Brenda Montgomery began the Marksmanship Club at Palmer Junior Middle School in the fall of 2012. As certified NRA instructors and volunteers at the Matanuska Valley Sportsmen's Range in Palmer, the couple had the qualifications and resources to bring their knowledge to students at the school. Read the complete article.
Staying Sharp on the Line - By Karson Sorby - The Spectrum, North Dakota State University - Imagine standing at the line with your gun aimed at the target while all of your competition stands behind you. Your entire team and coaches watch as you complete your match. No pressure. The thrill of a sporting event like this is what drives members of the North Dakota State Marksmanship Club, a team that is made up of competitive rifle and pistol shooters. Like many of the competitive clubs at NDSU, the Marksmanship Club is one that deserves a little more recognition. This club is welcoming to all levels. Read the complete article.
Photos: George Farr's 71-bullseye M1903 Springfield Rifle - By K.J. Houtman, Outdoor Hub - In high-level shooting competitions, skilled marksmen often fine-tune their rifles and ammunition for incredible accuracy. But back in 1921, a 63-year-old man attended the Camp Perry National Championships and put on a nearly unheard-of performance. He used a standard-issue M1903 Springfield rifle and stunned spectators and participants alike. His name was George Farr, but his friends called him Pop. Read the complete article.
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4-5 December
Anniston, AL
5 December
Port Clinton, OH
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Live Target images and results links will be available throughout the Gary Anderson Invitational. Visit our website to view Live Target Images and Results.
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15-17 January 2016
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The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) invites you to participate in the tenth annual Camp Perry Open. This year's match will include a three-position air rifle competition, an international air rifle (all standing) event, a pistol course of fire, and an optional clinic held at the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center at Camp Perry, Ohio.
Register Today!
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The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is proud to again award exemplary student-athletes in their future endeavors through its annual scholarship program for the 2016-2017 school year. The CMP offers $1,000 one-year scholarships based on merit and rifle or pistol marksmanship participation to current high school seniors. Visit the CMP website for more information.
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Creedmoor Sports Talladega Pro Shop
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Ken Davis of the Creedmoor Pro Shop shows off one of the many rifles for sale at the Talladega Marksmanship Parks Club House store. The Creedmoor store is open during all regular range hours for shooter convenience.
Photo Credit: John N. Felsher
Be sure to stop by the Creedmoor Sports Talladega Pro Shop when you visit the CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park. Great selection of rifles, shooting equipment and ammunition.
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Talladega 600
"A Southern Classic"
CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park
8-13 December
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The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is thrilled to announce the completion of plans on the next big southern event - the Talladega 600. The match is set to begin Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015, and concludes Sunday, Dec. 13, at CMP's new Talladega Marksmanship Park. The event schedule has been designed to appeal to rifle, pistol and shotgun enthusiasts alike in order to provide an even wider variety of marksmanship opportunities to competitors from around the country.
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CMP Monthly Matches
Anniston, AL
Port Clinton, OH
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"Save the Date" 2016 Schedule
12 March
16 April
21 May
The Civilian Marksmanship Program invites you and your team to participate in the CMP's Monthly Matches. The matches will take place on the dates listed below at the CMP's Marksmanship Centers North and South. The competitions will feature a Junior Air Rifle 3x20 and 3x10, a 60 Shots Air Rifle and Air Pistol match, and a 20 shot Novice Prone match. Rental equipment is available for the monthly matches for a small fee.
For more information, please Click Here.
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CMP Aces Postal
** Quarterly Matches**
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The CMP "Aces" Postal satellite match offers all junior and adult air rifle and air pistol shooters a program designed to encourage participation in the sport and test marksmanship skills nationally with their peers. The program consists of Air Rifle, Air Pistol, and Para-Air Rifle/Air Pistol events.
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for more details.
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CMP Paver Project
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Become a permanent part of the CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park. Leave your legacy on one or more than three firing lines throughout the park with a personalized engraved granite paver.
For more information, please Click Here.
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For more information, contact the CMP Affiliate Relations Department at 419-635-2141, Ext. 782 or email 
