Vetted Rifle Practice Members and Guests Only @600yd – Safe Fun/ Practice/Coaching/Vetting Opportunity
June 5 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm EDT
$15Open Practice at 600 Yds
FEE: $15 – To support ongoing range operations
As ALWAYS keep an eye on the weather and the Rifle Calendar for cancellations.
Shooting this time of year depends on the weather, especially serious weather such as moderate to heavy rain especially thunder storms will likely cause these to be cancelled so keep an Eye to the Sky and the Calendar! Please SUBSCRIBE to the RIFLE COMMITTEE NEWSLETTER or JOIN OUR FACEBOOK PAGE for updates.
NEW CLUB MEMBERS wanting hours are encouraged to lend a hand.
5:00 PM Setup – Round Count is your choice. We expect some impromptu fun challenge. For non-competition shooters we’ll help you through getting the most out of your range time. This event is open ONLY for members and their guests (BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR GUEST SIGN A RELEASE FORM.. This is only for rifles suitable for 600yd accurate shooting.
No muzzle brakes are allowed – Silencers are welcome – bring them if you have them. We will have some demo suppressors to try from time to time.
We have a very skilled group of shooters, Some are State and Regional Champions, experienced Wind Coaches as well as National and International Competitors who are ready to provide knowledge, experience and coaching to build your shooting skills or to help any shooter who would like assistance.
This is a good opportunity for Club Members who wish to be VETTED to use the 600 yard Range (Please send a note to the Committee if you plan to attend for Vetting) to do so with qualified support.
This is a great opportunity for new members or prospective members interested in Rifle to get acquainted with Mid Range shooting and also accomplish 500/600yd Range qualification.
If you are not vetted for 500/600 range use, but wish to be, you should be prepared as follows:
- Bring the specific rifle(s) for which you wish to be vetted.
- Have a 100-yd or 200-yd zero already set on that rifle.
- Know how to make informed elevation adjustments on the attached scope.
- Have elevation tables for the specific ammunition you will be using (if using handload, an equivalent factory table is recommended).
- Have a stable front and rear rest for use at these yardages (sling shooters should be equally prepared).
- Have a shooting mat, tarp or other ground covering.
- Per safety rules at all ranges, have ear an eye protection, and an empty chamber indicator.
You should plan to arrive at the designated setup time, inform the event coordinator that you wish to be vetted and be prepared assist with target setup. Bring your rifle, shooting mat, bipod, bags and ammo and especially your dope table.
If you have any questions about being prepared for vetting, please send your inquiry to the committee email address: sfga.rifle@gmail.com.
As always, safety is paramount. Remember your Eyes and Ears as well as your empty chamber indicator. RSOs, Coaches with a broad base of knowledge and a great group of people will be there to provide assistance and coaching to anyone who asks.
