The Club offers members the opportunity to participate in the Winchester/NRA High Power Rifle Qualification Program. NRA published guidelines follow:
EQUIPMENT: A sling may be used in all positions except standing. Hook butt plates and palm rests are not permitted.
RIFLES: Any safe U.S. military rifle or centerfire rifle with metalic signts and a 10-, 20-, or 30-round magazine may be used.
AMMUNITION: Any ammunition except tracer and incendiary ammunition is permitted. However, it is your responsibility to identify and follow all the rules of the range on which you are firing. Some ranges restrict the use of armor piercing ammunition as well.
TARGETS: Ona 100-yard range: use SR-1 targets to simulate 200 yards, SR-21 targets to simulate 300 yards, and MR-31 targets to simulate 600 yards.
FIRING PROCEDURES: Qualification ratings may be earned by firing and one (50-, 80-, or 100-shot) course. All four stages must be completed in the same session to count as one completed course. Since score requirements are in percentages, different shot courses (50/80/100) may be used for each level.
The safety precautions required in tournament shooting apply to qualification shoting. In the slow-fire range, all rifles are loaded with only one cartridge at a time. In rapid-fire, shooters using service rifles [M-1 Garands] first load and fire two cardtidges, then reload and fire eight cartridges to complete the 10-shot string within the specified time limit. Shooters using other centerfire rifles initally load and fire five cartridges, then reload and fire another five cartridges.
FEES: The cost is $50 per shooter per calendar year. Additional calendar years for the same shooter in the same program will be $25.
[NOTE: This qualification program starts off with requirements that experienced rifle shooters may feel are easy, but when you advance to Marksman First Class it picks up, and the Sharpshooter level is challenging for almost everyone.]
BASIC PRACTICAL: (This rating is achieved by completing the practical exercise conducted during the NRA Basic Rifle Course.) It is not a required stage of the High Power Rifle Qualification Program.
PRO-MARKSMAN: 40% or better; 2 times over the course.
MARKSMAN: 50% or better; 2 times over the course.
MARKSMAN FIRST CLASS: 66% or better; 3 times over the course.
SHARPSHOOTER: 75% or better; 3 times over the course.
Military Bolt Action Rifle competition has grown rapidly in Oklahoma during the last twenty years and seems to be spreading in other states as well. Any bolt action military rifle which, at some point in history, was the general issue individual weapon of the armed forces of any nation of the world, may be fired. The rifles must be in original "as issued" condition with military sights. Although Krags, MAS's, Nagants, and SMLE's are sometimes seen on the line, Springfields and Mausers are the most common entries.
The most common course of fire consists of unlimited sighters with five (5) stages of ten (10) shots each. The distance is 100 yards. Targets are NRA 100 yd. High Power Rifle Targets "SR-21." Stages One and Two are fired for "group." The size of the group is the greatest measured distance between any two shots on the target, without reference to the scoring rings. Stages Three, Four, and Five are fired for score. The score is determined by the position of the shots within the scoring rings, without reference to the distance between shots. Ten minutes is allowed to fire each stage. This is a "bench match." Shooters are seated at the shooting bench, and most use both a "forward rest" and a "rear bag."
The short course of fire consists of unlimited sighters with three (3) stages of ten (10) shots each. The distance is 100 yards. Targets are NRA 100 yd. High Power Rifle Targets "SR-21." Stages One and Two are fired for both "group" and score. The size of the group is the greatest measured distance between any two shots on the target, without reference to the scoring rings. The score is determined by the position of the shots within the scoring rings, without reference to the distance between shots. Stage Three is fired for score only. Ten minutes is allowed to fire each stage. This is a "bench match." Shooters are seated at the shooting bench, and most use both a "forward rest" and a "rear bag." Below: Shooter with 1903A3 Springfield. The forward and rear rests are clearly seen.
In 2015, the Lawton-Fort Sill Rifle and Pistol Club will hold one qualifying match each month from March through July, and September through October. Match entry fees for club members will be $5 per shooter. Match fees for non-members will be $10 per shooter. Each shooter provides his/her own equipment and ammunition. Targets are provided by the club.
There are two left-handed stations and two right-handed stations available in each relay. There will be no more than three relays.
These qualifying matches are not open to the public, because the club does not own the range facilities. Persons interested in shooting in these matches should contact the club by email to this web site for additional information.
2016 MBAR Matches will be held March 26, April 30, May 28, June 25, July 30, and August 27. If any matches are canclled, make-up matches will be held September 24 and October 29.
NOTE: The Lawton-Fort Sill Rifle and Pistol Club offers shooters who have completed the NRA's Basics of Pistol Shooting, Phase I, the opportunity to complete Basics of Pistol Shooting, Phase II. The course is taught by NRA certified instructors, and assistant instructors provided by the club. The instructor/student ratio is 1/2. The course will be offered on Saturday, August 13, 2016, and again on Saturday, September 10, 2016. The reqistration fee is $100 per student. Additional fees may be added if the student cannot provide the necessary firearm, ammunition, and equipment. Register for the course at nrainstructors.org.
NOTE: Unusual Oklahoma weather (floods, tornadoes, or earthquakes) may cause the class to be postponed.
The five hours (more if necessary) of instruction covers an introduction to handgun safety, function, and ammunition selection. Our Range Safety Officer will present instruction on the legal considerations of handgun ownership, possession, storage, and transportation, and common range practices and protocol. NOTE: Our orientation is the use of handguns for sport and recreation. We use paper plates and modified bullseye targets, as well as the "tombstone" targets. We do not use human silhouette targets, and we do not teach the use of firearms as weapons.
Each shooter will need to provide a minimum or 200 rounds of ammunition for their firearm. Shooters with handguns which have been modified for CASS or Conventional Pistol matches and which might be damaged by commercial pistol ammunition may use "handloaded" ammunition IF a minimum of 20 rounds is provided for testing at least two weeks prior to the class.
Women who are pregnant or nursing mothers will be required to wear breathing protection during the class, and will be offered the opportunity to complete the firing requirements by appointment at a time when other shooters are not using the range. Students who require special physical accomadations should contact the instructor two weeks in advance.
Shooters who complete the class successfuly in five hours will be given the opportunity to fire stage one of the Winchester/NRA Pistol Qualification Program.
WHAT TO BRING TO CLASS:
Your handgun*
The manufacturer's owner's manual for your handgun*
Handgun cleaning equipment*
Lockable handgun case*
WHAT TO BRING TO THE RANGE:
Your handgun
The manufacturer's owner's manual for your handgun*
Live ammunition, minimum of 200 rounds
Hearing protection*
Eye protection*
A hat with a bill or brim.
*If you do not already have these items, you may want to email the instructor for specific details and possibler sources.
WHAT THE CLUB WILL PROVIDE:
Dummyammunition
Targets
Tables
Benchrests
Benches
The Club offers members the opportunity to participate in the Winchester/NRA High Power Sporting Rifle Qualification Program. NRA published guidelines follow:
EQUIPMENT: Any equipment that is considered usual and customary for field use, such as coats with light padding at the shoulder/elbow and unpadded gloves, may be used. Special jackets, gloves, slings, set triggers, hooked butt plates, palm rests, and other devices associated with formal competition shooting are prohibited.
RIFLES: Any safe centerfire rifle weighing less than 9.5 pounds, including detachable magazines and sights, but excluding sling may be used. Telescopic sights are prohibited.
AMMUNITION: Any ammunition except tracer and incendiary ammunition is permitted. However, it is your responsibility to identify and follow all the rules of the range on which you are firing. Some ranges restrict the use of armor piercing ammunition as well.
POSITIONS: Rest Position: Arms and elbows may be rested against the shooters knees, or on the ground, bench, table, sandbag, or other object to assiat in holding the rifle steady. The forward hand must grasp the forestock of the rifle ahead of the trigger guard.
Standing Position: Shooters stand erect on both feet. The rifle is supported only by the hands and the shoulder. The forward hand must grasp the forestock of the rifle ahead of the trigger guard. Tjhe rifle butt must be against the front of the shoulder.
TARGETS: On a 100-yard range: use A-25 targets.
FEES: The cost is $50 per shooter per calendar year. Additional calendar years for the same shooter in the same program will be $25.
[NOTE: This qualification program starts off with requirements that experienced rifle shooters may feel are easy, but when you advance to Marksman First Class it picks up, and the Sharpshooter level is challenging for almost everyone.]
BASIC PRACTICAL: (This rating is achieved by completing the practical exercise conducted during the NRA Basic Rifle Course.) It is not a required stage of the High Power Sporting Rifle Qualification Program.
PRO-MARKSMAN: 80 or better; 2 times over the course. [200 possible]
MARKSMAN: 100 or better; 3 times over the course. [200 possible]
MARKSMAN FIRST CLASS: 120 or better; 3 times over the course. [200 possible]
SHARPSHOOTER: 140 or better; 4 times over the course. [200 possible]
EXPERT: 160 or better; 6 times over the course. [200 possible]
The Club offers members the opportunity to participate in the Winchester/NRA Pistol Qualification Program. NRA published guidelines follow:
PISTOLS AND REVOLVERS: Any semi-automatic pistol or revolver may be used. All calibers compete together.
SIGHTS: Any sights may be used.
TARGETS: Nine-inch paper plates and AP-1 precision targets (trademarked as the Bianchi targets) are used.
TIMERS: Stages which are timed will be controled by the Range Safety Officer.
FEES: The cost is $5 per session for club members and $10 per session for non-members. A "session" is firing one stage of the program, or refiring any portion of a stage. As an alternative, shooters may pay a flat fee to fire the entire program (at least one session each month). The flat fee is $50 for club members and $75 for non-members. The next Handgun Qualification session will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2015.
[NOTE: This qualification program starts off with requirements that experienced handgun shooters may feel are easy, but when you advance to Marksman First Class it picks up, and the Sharpshooter level is challenging for almost everyone.]
BASIC PRACTICAL: (This rating is achieved by completing the practical exercise conducted during the NRA Basic Pistol Course.) It is not a required stage of the Pistol Qualification Program.
PRO-MARKSMAN:
Position: Benchrest, two hands
Distance: 15 feet
Target: Paper plates, 9" diameter
Time: No restrictions
Course of Fire and Rating Requirements: ten plates, five shots each, all shots withing a 1/2" margin from the edge of the plate. Qualifying plates do not have to be fired in succession or on the same day.
MARKSMAN:
Position: Standing, two hands
Distance: 15 feet
Target: Paper plates, 9" diameter
Time: No restrictions
Course of Fire and Rating Requirements: ten plates, ten shots each, all shots withing a 1.5" margin from the edge of the plate. Qualifying plates do not have to be fired in succession or on the same day.
MARKSMAN FIRST CLASS:
Position: Standing, two hands with strong side and weak side stages.
Distance: 30 feet
Target: AP-1
This is conducted in two stages. Both stages must be completed in the same session to qualify as one completed course of fire.
Stage 1 Strong Side: Five targets, ten shots each, six minutes [per target]
Stage 2 Weak Side: Five targets, ten shots each, six minutes [per target]
Course of Fire and Rating Requirements: Ten targets, five with a score of 46 or better and five with a score of 56 or better. The ten targets do not have to be fired in succession or on the same day.
SHARPSHOOTER:
Position: Standing, ready, two hands, with strong side and weak side stages
Distance: 30 feet
Target: AP-1
This is conducted in two stages. Both stages must be completed in the same session to qualify as one completed course of fire.
Stage 1 Strong Side: Five shots in 20 seconds
Stage 2 Weak Side: Five shots in 20 seconds
Course of Fire and Rating Requirements: Shoot ten targets, five with a score of 60 or better and five with a score of 65 or better. The ten targets do not have to be fired in succession or on the same day.
EXPERT:
Position: Standing, ready, one hand, with strong side and weak side stages
Distance: 30 feet
Target: AP-1
This is conducted in two stages. Both stages must be completed in the same session to qualify as one completed course of fire.
Stage 1 Strong Side: Five shots in three minutes, and five shots in 10 seconds
Stage 2 Weak Side: Five shots in three minutes, and five shots in 10 seconds
A total of 20 shots (10 per target) Possible score 200
Course of Fire and Rating Requirements: Shoot two times over the course with a minimum score of 130 or better and three times over the course with a minimum score of 150 or better. The number of courses does not have to be fired in succession or on the same day.
The Club offers members the opportunity to participate in the Winchester/NRA Hunter Rifle Marksmanship Qualification Program. NRA published guidelines follow:
RIFLES: Any safe rifle may be used.
SIGHTS: Metalic, telescopic or electronic sights are permitted.
POSITIONS: Firing is conducted in four positions: supported prone, supportted sitting, supported kneeling and supported standing.
SUPPORT: Artificial support to brace both the body and the gun is allowed. Examples of artificial support include gun rest, barricade, log, bench, sandbag. cross-sticks, pillow and table.
TIME LIMITS: There are no time limits.
TARGETS: SR-1 at 100 yards.
AMMUNITION: 20 shots for record; sighting shots are additional.
The Paradise Valley Range (PVR) is open for use by club members at the following dates and times PROVIDED an NRA Certified Range Safety Officer is present.
November through March
The second Saturday of each month from noon to 4:00 pm
The third Saturday of each month from noon to 4:00 pm
The fourth Saturday of each month from noon to 4:00 pm
April through October
The second Saturday of each month from 9:00 am to noon
The third Saturday of each month from 9:00 am to noon
The fourth Friday of each month from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
The fourth Saturday of each month from 9:00 am to noon
The Lawton-Fort Sill Rifle and Pistol Club controls and operates its own private range, "Paradise Valley Range, (aka PVR)," located in Comanche County. It has a 100 yard range with five shooting stations.
In March of 2015 club officers located land in Comanche County suitable for the construction of a range complex and clubhouse. In April the Executive Committee began preliminary planning for the development of a range. As their work progresses, the necessary documentation (Range SOP, Safety Plan, etc.) will appear on "About the Club" and the projected programs will appear on this page.
In May of 2017 club agents obtained a permit for the construction of a septic system which will serve the classroom building near the north entrance. The next stage will be the improvement of entrances at both the east and north gates, with the north entrance to be moved 110 feet to the west. That new entrance now has an official address: 6055 NW Schroyer Road. Lawton, OK, 73507.
"Dirt work" on the rifle range began on August 1, 2017, with installation of a 20-foot culvert to provide all-weather access to the parking area.
On June 30, 2018, the first MBAR match was held on the new rifle range.
When completed, the 100 yard rifle range will provide a covered firing line with positions for ten shooters.
Work continues to improve the access road to the rifle range. As the road bed is built up to the necessary level, crushed "driveway stone" is used to create "all weather" access.
October of 2019, the dirt-work on the 100 yard rifle range is almost complete. The range is level and dirt has been backed up for a slightly elevated firing line. We can now cover the firing line.
