It's been a full year since we started holding matches at Heartland Outdoors.
I thought there was a need/niche for a place to shoot your actual carrygun in a competitive environment. Looks like I was right.
So, to celebrate and to thank YOU, the shooters that made it possible, we're going to have:
FREE FOOD! (Probably Ron's Burgers)
FREE BEER! (Ok, probably NOT....)
FUN STAGES! (as per always!!)
PRIZES! (as per always, but we'll have more than usual)
We will not turn anyone away, but as of now, we're planning on 50 hamburgers, so if you want one, you better be one of the first 50.
Also, we'll divide into FOUR squads. 2 will shoot, two will eat and visit. This will alleviate the people congestion inside the bays and give everyone an authorized break, so to speak.
The stages may or may not be similar to the March 6th match, so be sure and check it out.
When: 1st and 3rd Sunday Night of each month.
Signup: Starts 5:30
Match Type: Handgun, Tactical Action. Emphasis on Carryguns and holsters. IPSC rules with TIME PLUS scoring.
Stages: Four (typically)
Round Count: 50 – 72 rds required.
Equipment: Practical guns .380 or larger, carried in practical gear. Holster (required) must cover triggerguard. Two spare magazines or 2 speedloaders will get you thru any stage. No shoulder or pocket holsters or cross-draw rigs. No Race guns or gear.
Rules: Basically, IPSC rules with TIME PLUS scoring.
Divisions:
Low Cap: = 10 rd mags or less. (you may load magazines down for this division)
High Cap: = 11 rd mags or more (load 'em up!)
Revolver: = any revolver, barrel length 2.26" or longer, any capacity.
PDLL: = Ported (like the Glock "C" models) Dot (like the Optima red dot) Lasers and gun-mounted Lights. If your 5-shot J-frame has a laser, it'll compete in this division.
SubCompact: Semi-autos with barrels 3.5" or shorter.
Snubby: 5-6 shot with 2.25" or shorter barrels.
OTHER: IPSC Limited/Production Gun/gear shoot in this Division (equipment placement rules like Production/Single Stack)
Prizes: YES! $50 Heartland Outdoor Gift certificates!
Awarded randomly! Must be present to win.
Limited to first 40 shooters!
Cost: $20
(active military and full-time Law Enforcement ½ price)
Safety
1) Safety is everyone’s job. If you see something unsafe, SAY SOMETHING !
2) This is a COLD RANGE. No guns are loaded prior to the “make ready” command.
3) Do not unholster your gun unless on the line & after told to “make ready” by the RO. (Range Officer) IE; your gun stays holstered unless you’re on the line making ready or in the safe area.
4) Follow all range commands of the RO, as they are given. (Don’t rush, don’t anticipate!)
5) The “safe” area is the classroom, at the southeast corner of the building thru the double doors.
You may “gun-up” there, while facing the EAST wall. (away from the double doors)
6) Do NOT handle any ammunition in the safe area. (Load magazines anywhere BUT the safe area)
7) All movement and reloads must be done with the trigger finger outside the guard.
8 ) Don’t break the 180 with the muzzle. (Muzzle & Finger warnings may be given, but are not required)
9) If you have an accidental discharge, STOP! Face downrange and do what the RO tells you.
10) Do not try to outsmart the stage. Due to the limitations of an indoor range, all shots must hit the backstop for safety. Walls, ceiling and floor are not the backstop!
11) It is required that the shooter engage targets only from the specified positions.
12) All prop walls are considered to go all the way to the floor. Unless otherwise specifically outlined for the stage, if you can see a target under a wall, do not shoot it. If you’re unsure, ask!
13) All walls and targets are considered impenetrable. Do not intentionally shoot thru a target, prop or wall hoping to hit another target.
14) When told, “unload & show clear,” remove your magazine, remove the chambered round,
point the gun at the backstop and pull the trigger. If there is an AD, it’s a Match DQ
DISREGARDING ANY OF THE ABOVE GUIDELINES WILL RESULT IN A MATCH DQ
If you are DQ’ed for a safety violation, there is no refund and there is no whining.
1) You are expected to stay with your squad throughout the match.
2) You are expected to help tape, pick up brass and/or reset the stage for the next shooter.
3) If you are the “on deck” (next) shooter, you do not need to help reset the stage.
4) If you’re “in the hole” (3rd up) pick up the shooter’s brass. If you’re 4th or 5th or greater, help tape/reset.
5) If you are reported as a “slug” (not helping at all) then you forfeit your chance at the drawing.
6) There is no shooting straight thru the match, unless you have a great reason.
7) After the match is over, you are expected to help sweep, take down the props, clean up and restore the range to how it was before the match.
8 ) If you leave early, you forfeit your chance at winning a $50 Heartland Gift Certificate.
Must be present to win!
I thought there was a need/niche for a place to shoot your actual carrygun in a competitive environment. Looks like I was right.
So, to celebrate and to thank YOU, the shooters that made it possible, we're going to have:
FREE FOOD! (Probably Ron's Burgers)
FREE BEER! (Ok, probably NOT....)
FUN STAGES! (as per always!!)
PRIZES! (as per always, but we'll have more than usual)
We will not turn anyone away, but as of now, we're planning on 50 hamburgers, so if you want one, you better be one of the first 50.
Also, we'll divide into FOUR squads. 2 will shoot, two will eat and visit. This will alleviate the people congestion inside the bays and give everyone an authorized break, so to speak.
The stages may or may not be similar to the March 6th match, so be sure and check it out.
Carrygun Match
March 20th
at Heartland Outdoors
March 20th
at Heartland Outdoors
When: 1st and 3rd Sunday Night of each month.
Signup: Starts 5:30
Match Type: Handgun, Tactical Action. Emphasis on Carryguns and holsters. IPSC rules with TIME PLUS scoring.
Stages: Four (typically)
Round Count: 50 – 72 rds required.
Equipment: Practical guns .380 or larger, carried in practical gear. Holster (required) must cover triggerguard. Two spare magazines or 2 speedloaders will get you thru any stage. No shoulder or pocket holsters or cross-draw rigs. No Race guns or gear.
Rules: Basically, IPSC rules with TIME PLUS scoring.
Divisions:
Low Cap: = 10 rd mags or less. (you may load magazines down for this division)
High Cap: = 11 rd mags or more (load 'em up!)
Revolver: = any revolver, barrel length 2.26" or longer, any capacity.
PDLL: = Ported (like the Glock "C" models) Dot (like the Optima red dot) Lasers and gun-mounted Lights. If your 5-shot J-frame has a laser, it'll compete in this division.
SubCompact: Semi-autos with barrels 3.5" or shorter.
Snubby: 5-6 shot with 2.25" or shorter barrels.
OTHER: IPSC Limited/Production Gun/gear shoot in this Division (equipment placement rules like Production/Single Stack)
Prizes: YES! $50 Heartland Outdoor Gift certificates!
Awarded randomly! Must be present to win.
Limited to first 40 shooters!
Cost: $20
(active military and full-time Law Enforcement ½ price)
Carrygun Match Guidelines
Safety
1) Safety is everyone’s job. If you see something unsafe, SAY SOMETHING !
2) This is a COLD RANGE. No guns are loaded prior to the “make ready” command.
3) Do not unholster your gun unless on the line & after told to “make ready” by the RO. (Range Officer) IE; your gun stays holstered unless you’re on the line making ready or in the safe area.
4) Follow all range commands of the RO, as they are given. (Don’t rush, don’t anticipate!)
5) The “safe” area is the classroom, at the southeast corner of the building thru the double doors.
You may “gun-up” there, while facing the EAST wall. (away from the double doors)
6) Do NOT handle any ammunition in the safe area. (Load magazines anywhere BUT the safe area)
7) All movement and reloads must be done with the trigger finger outside the guard.
8 ) Don’t break the 180 with the muzzle. (Muzzle & Finger warnings may be given, but are not required)
9) If you have an accidental discharge, STOP! Face downrange and do what the RO tells you.
10) Do not try to outsmart the stage. Due to the limitations of an indoor range, all shots must hit the backstop for safety. Walls, ceiling and floor are not the backstop!
11) It is required that the shooter engage targets only from the specified positions.
12) All prop walls are considered to go all the way to the floor. Unless otherwise specifically outlined for the stage, if you can see a target under a wall, do not shoot it. If you’re unsure, ask!
13) All walls and targets are considered impenetrable. Do not intentionally shoot thru a target, prop or wall hoping to hit another target.
14) When told, “unload & show clear,” remove your magazine, remove the chambered round,
point the gun at the backstop and pull the trigger. If there is an AD, it’s a Match DQ
DISREGARDING ANY OF THE ABOVE GUIDELINES WILL RESULT IN A MATCH DQ
If you are DQ’ed for a safety violation, there is no refund and there is no whining.
Protocols
1) You are expected to stay with your squad throughout the match.
2) You are expected to help tape, pick up brass and/or reset the stage for the next shooter.
3) If you are the “on deck” (next) shooter, you do not need to help reset the stage.
4) If you’re “in the hole” (3rd up) pick up the shooter’s brass. If you’re 4th or 5th or greater, help tape/reset.
5) If you are reported as a “slug” (not helping at all) then you forfeit your chance at the drawing.
6) There is no shooting straight thru the match, unless you have a great reason.
7) After the match is over, you are expected to help sweep, take down the props, clean up and restore the range to how it was before the match.
8 ) If you leave early, you forfeit your chance at winning a $50 Heartland Gift Certificate.
Must be present to win!
