CMP Vintage/Modern Military Rifle Event Set for November at Camp Perry
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer CAMP PERRY, Ohio – Those looking for a place to fire in recreational rifle competition during the fall will have a chance on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, as the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) hosts an As-Issued M1 Garand, Springfield, Vintage and Modern Military (GSMM) Match on Petrarca Range at Camp Perry. Registration opens on Oct. Continue Reading
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CMP Regional SAFS Training Coming to Florida in November
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has extended its reach to those wanting to learn more about rifle marksmanship safety and fundamentals by now offering remote, regional Small Arms Firing School (SAFS) throughout the year. The SAFS program has been a staple event at the Camp Perry National Matches since 1918 – educating thousands of individuals Continue Reading
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The critical skill no one teaches
The ability to judge risk is critical to the long game of self defense. (As it happens, it’s also critical to efficient preparedness, investing your retirement funds wisely, and the choice between flying or driving to your vacation destination.) Yet, despite its importance, it’s very rarely talked about — especially in the self defense community.
“You never know where evil will strike!”
While it’s true that evil can strike anywhere, anytime, the reality is that it strikes more often …
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Registration is Open for CMP’s 2018 Talladega 600 Marksmanship Event
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer TALLADEGA, Ala. – The Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) Talladega 600, a marksmanship retreat, is set to begin Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018, and will offer a variety of competitive and learning events through Sunday, Dec. 9, at CMP’s own Talladega Marksmanship Park in Alabama. Known as “A Southern Classic,” matches to be fired at the Talladega Continue Reading
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Target Sprint Returns to 2018 Dixie Double Air Gun Event
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer ANNISTON, Ala. – Registration is now open for the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) annual Dixie Double Air Rifle and Air Pistol Competition, set to fire Nov. 3-4, 2018, in Alabama. Hosting some of the best men, women and junior competitors from around the country, including members of the Army Marksmanship Unit and other national-level athletes, Continue Reading
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Inaugural CMP 5K Range Run
By CMP Staff TALLADEGA, Ala. – The Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) Talladega Marksmanship Park hosted its Inaugural CMP 5K Range Run on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. Runners from as far away as Illinois came to run on the scenic course of the most advanced marksmanship park in the U.S. The run benefited the youth programs of the CMP and the Continue Reading
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Your Hump Day Reading List for October 10, 2018
I’ve got another great selection of articles for you this week!
This happens too often, and I’m tired of it
This one happened last July; yesterday I read of a 3-year-old who died when he got hold of an unsecured firearm. Too many kids are dying from accidental gunshots, and we as responsible gun owners need to be at the forefront of reducing them.
It’s simply not responsible to leave a firearm anywhere it can be accessed by …
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Orion’s National Air Rifle League Kicks off Its Fourth Season
By Daniel Schekorra, Orion Scoring System The National Air Rifle League kicked off its fourth season last week with a record 167 teams and over 1,700 athletes competing. There are 36 states represented this year, and teams from JROTC services, Junior Rifle Clubs, 4-H Clubs, and American Legion clubs. The National Air Rifle League is sponsored by Shooter’s Technology LLC and the Orion Continue Reading
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Your Hump Day Reading List for October 3, 2018
It’s the first Wednesday of October, and I’ve got some great defensive preparedness articles for all areas of your life. (Oh, and one article about an idiot with a gun that we should all avoid emulating!)
Need some help prioritizing your preparedness?
If you’re having trouble deciding what to do first, one approach is prioritizing based on scope of impact. It has the advantage of helping you “group” your activities and purchases to ensure you’re focusing on what’s …
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Marksmen Student-athletes Apply Now for 2019-2020 CMP Scholarships
By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer CAMP PERRY, OH – The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is delighted to again award exemplary student-athletes for the 2019-2020 school year in their future endeavors through its annual scholarship program. The CMP offers $1,000 one-year scholarships based on merit and rifle or pistol marksmanship participation to current high school seniors only. Since 2005, CMP has Continue Reading
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