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Fall Action Pistol Jackpot Match

Full Flyer (In .pdf format)
Map
Registration Form: will be available at the match.
Stages:
     Stage #1
     Stage #2
     Stage #3
     Stage #4 – Steel Challenge Style

Contact us at:
custerrodandgun@gmail.com
John Olsen (406) 853-0196
Jesse Smith (406) 853-2556

Action Pistol Shooting is new to Miles City and this will be a fundraising event to support that cause. We’ll be adding information such as driving directions, match rules, etc. to this page as they are available, so bookmark us and check back often. And thank you for your participation and support in growing this sport! Please contact us at the above email/phone numbers, or register for this site for free, and post comments/question at the bottom of the page.

We encourage anyone who can to print the flyer and and pass out as many copies as you wish in your area. The more entries we get, the bigger the jackpots!

Rules and other information are being posted here as they are decided, but could change before the match date, depending on the feedback we receive here.

General Information:
Open registration will be available at the match, but it would help us out if you let us know that you are planning on attending, so we can better plan for the number of shooters expected.

There will be a food vendor arriving around noon. Please bring anything you wish to eat/drink before that as we are approx. 6 miles from town.

Range Location:
The match will be located at Custer Rod and Gun Club’s range, known as The Sunday Creek Rifle Range, approx. 6 miles outside of Miles City, MT. on Hwy. 489.
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Cold Range Rules:
Please arrive at the match with your firearm unloaded and either in a holster or in a range bag. Firearms can ONLY be removed from the holster or range bag in the designated safe area. NO FIREARM SHALL BE LOADED UNTIL THE LOAD AND MAKE READY COMMAND IS GIVEN BY A RANGE OFFICER!

Division Requirements

All Divisions:
– Eye and ear protection is required by all shooters, and spectators.
– All firearms must be between 9mm (9×19) and .45 (.452″) caliber
– Firearms equipped with a manual safety, must start with the safety engaged.
– Firearms with a decocking lever or button will be decocked using the lever or button.
– Selective DA/SA firearms will start hammer down unless it is equipped with a manual safety that can be engaged when cocked.
– Firearms designed for cocked and locked carry will start cocked and locked (hammer cocked, safety engaged).
– Shooters may only start a stage with 3 magazines, speed loaders, or other ammunition feeding devices. (One in the firearm, and two on their waist.)
– Extra ammunition feeding devices (magazines, speed loaders, moon clips, etc.) must be carried in such a way that they are within 1″ of the shooter’s body, except in the Race Pistol division.
– If a holster or magazine pouch has a retention device such as a thumb break, strap, etc. it must be engaged before the shooter starts a stage.
– Ammunition may be lead or jacketed, and may be factory or handloads. Incendiary, steel core, or armor piercing ammunition is not allowed.
– There will be no distinction between major or minor power factors in scoring.
– Reactive steel targets will be calibrated to be actuated by a hit in the scoring area by a cartridge/gun combination producing a power factor of 125, or greater. If a shooter feels that a reactive target failed to operate properly, immediately upon completing the stage, and after unloading and showing clear, the shooter may request that the target be tested by a match official. If the target proves to be calibrated correctly the shooter’s time will stand. If the target is indeed out of calibration, it will be corrected and the shooter may reshoot the stage.
– If a reactive target actuates without being hit (eg. from the wind or from the target stand/frame being shot) the Range Officer will stop the shooter and the shooter will be required to shoot the stage from the beginning. Please bring enough ammunition to allow for this.

Holsters
– Holsters must be of types commonly used for daily carry, and must not be “competition” or “race” type holster type, except in the Race Pistol division. Holsters with open fronts that allow the pistol to be canted forward before the muzzle clears the top of the holster are only permited in the Race Pistol division.
– The following are not permitted in any division: Cross-draw carry, Shoulder holsters, Small of the back carry, Appendix carry, Pocket carry.

Stock Pistol Division:
– Firearm must be semi-automatic.
– Sights may be changed to another notch and post type but slides may not be machined to accept different style sights.
– Shooters must start each stage with 10 rounds in each magazines (or to magazine capacity, whichever is less), and one additional round loaded in the barrel/chamber.
– Firearms may not have an add-on magazine well opening.
– Compensated firearms with or without compensated barrels installed, are not permitted.
– Aftermarket slides are not permitted.
– Firearms that have had material removed from the magazine well opening are not permitted.
– Internal enhancements such as trigger jobs and aftermarket guide rods are permitted, but external modifications not specifically permitted, are not permitted. This does not apply to cosmetic items such as finishes and engravings.
– The intent is for this class to be limited to firearms that would be commonly accepted as a factory configuration carry gun. If the match director feels that a firearm violates this intent by having features that are commonly excepted as “Race Gun” or Competition only” enhancements, the director may at his discretion require the shooter to be moved to the Race Pistol division.

Race Pistol:
– Firearm must be semi-automatic.
– Shooters must start each stage with 3 magazines (one in the gun, and two on the shooter) loaded with 10 rounds (or to magazine capacity, whichever is less), and one additional round loaded in the barrel/chamber.
-Compensated firearms, aftermarket slides, slide releases, safeties, hammers, barrels, and add-on magazine well openings may all be used.
– Extra ammunition magazines must be carried in such a way that they are within 2″ of the shooter’s body.

Revolver Division:
– Revolvers may be loaded to the division capacity of six (6) rounds in the cylinder. Seven (7) and eight (8) shot revolvers are permitted, but may only load six (6) rounds.
– Have a barrel length of 6.25” or less (as measured from the front of the cylinder).

Ladies Division:
-The Ladies division is the same as the Stock Pistol division, but limited to female competitors only. Female competitors must choose to enter either the Stock Pistol division, or the Ladies division when they register.

September 2013 Directors Meeting

Tuesday
September 17, 2013
7:00 PM
Sunday Creek Rifle Range

The Custer Rod and Gun Club will be holding it’s Directors Meeting 7:00 PM, at the Sunday Creek Rifle Range.

These club meetings are held monthly on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. All club members are encouraged to attend these meetings and participate in their club.

You can see a summary of previous meetings by clicking here –> Meeting Minutes

Cowboy Action Shooting

Sep. 21, 2013
1:00 PM
Custer Rod and Gun Club Rifle Range

The Custer County Stranglers SASS club will be holding its monthly Cowboy Action Shoot at the CR&GC rifle range. This match is held on the new Action Shooting bays between the short and long rifle ranges.

This is a monthly match that is held the third Saturday of every month.

Match target fees are $1 per shooter for the entire event.

For more information contact:
Randy or Penny Hart (406) 232-072

4th Annual Holy Rosary Healthcare Foundation Sportsmen’s Charity Classic


Good afternoon! A quick note announcing the 4th Annual Holy Rosary Healthcare Foundation Sportsmen’s Charity Classic is set for Saturday, August 17 at the Custer Rod & Gun Club trap & archery range at Spotted Eagle Recreation Area in Miles City. We’re adding an archery competition this year.

Click for —> Registration Form and Flyer

Jackie Muri & the HRH Team of Volunteers
Holy Rosary Healthcare Foundation
406.233.4043

July 2013 Directors Meeting

Tuesday
July 16, 2013
7:00 PM
Sunday Creek Rifle Range

The next Club Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 16th, 7:00 PM at the Sunday Creek Rifle Range.

These club meetings are held monthly on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. All club members are encouraged to attend these meetings and participate in their club.

You can see a summery of previous meetings by clicking here –> Meeting Minutes

Concealed Weapons Pistol Class

Saturday, July 13, 2013
CR&GC Rifle Range
Cost: $100

Custer Rod and Gun Club will be holding a class on Sunday March 24th. in Miles City. This will be an Introduction to Concealed Carry Class, taught by EDC Training LLC. This class is for the individual that may or may not hold a Montana Concealed Carry Permit and is wanting to learn more about the Defensive use of a handgun.

This course addresses the effective concealed carry and use of the handguns popular today. The course will address the advantages and disadvantages of the various types, models, configurations and calibers of such Handguns, as well as the most effective support equipment and methods of concealed carry. The program consists of both classroom discussion, and live fire drills on the range. This course introduces the student to techniques applicable to defensive use of the handgun. Emphasis is put on shooting skill development for application in real-life circumstances. The fundamentals of Mindset, Gun-handling, and Marksmanship are covered in lecture while the practical aspects are taught on the range. Other course topics include Situational Awareness, equipment selection, safety, handling, loading, unloading, malfunction clearance, drawing and firing techniques. Cost of this class will be $100.00

Required equipment list:

  • Centerfire Handgun in a minimum defensive caliber (generally, 9mm or .38spl or larger)
  • Ammunition 100 rounds.
  • Spare magazines or speedloaders
  • Spare ammunition pouches, carrier, or magazine holster
  • Method of carrying the handgun (i.e.- suitable belt and belt holster, Shoulder holsters generally not acceptable- you “sweep” others when drawing the firearm)
  • Ear protection
  • Eye protection
  • Clothing suitable for the weather
  • Cap with a brim
  • Rugged shoes or boots
  • Lunch and hydration fluid(water sports drink etc for the day)

Click here to view a printable CLASS ENROLLMENT APPLICATION

May 2013 Directors Meeting

May 21, 2013
7:00 PM
CR&GC Rifle Range clubhouse

The next Directors Meeting is scheduled for May 21, 2013 and will be held at the CR&GC Rifle Range clubhouse at 7:00 PM. All club members are encouraged to attend these meetings. At this meeting we will be deciding where to build a dedicated pistol range/bay for Cowboy Action Shoots, Action Pistol, Cowboy Mounted Shoots, etc.

Ladies Trap Shoot

Thursday, July 25th 2013
6:00 PM
Spotted Eagle Recreation Area

All ladies 18 years of age and up, are welcome to come out and shoot trap free of charge every Friday evening starting July 25th and running for 5 weeks. Instruction and shotguns (12 or 20 gauge) will be provided to those needing them. Ammunition will be furnished to all ladies who are participating for their first year.

Our instructors are all NRA certified.

For more information please contact:
John Hartwick – (406) 234-0595
Fred Tetschner – (406) 234-7406

Youth Trap Shooting

Thursday, June 6th 2013
6:00 PM
Spotted Eagle Recreation Area
Ages 12-18

Starting at 6:00 PM and running approx. 2 hours per night (depending on the number of kids) this class will be held Thursday night and run for 7 weeks. Youths ages 12-18 years of age will have the opportunity to shoot about 50 rounds per night. We will cover safety in class the room and on the range.

CR&GC will provide 20 ga and 12 ga shotgun’s and ammo will be furnished. If they want to they can bring their own shotgun and we will check it for safety.

We need parents to sign kids up the first night at Spotted Eagle or they wont shoot!

For more information contact:
Fred Tetschner – (406) 234-7406
John Hartwick – (406) 234-0595

March Director’s Meeting

Tuesday, March 19th 2013
6:00 PM

The CR&GC’s Directors will be holding their monthly business meeting at the rifle range club house. We encourage as many club members as possible to attend this meeting in order to stay involved in the direction of our club.

Also, before the meeting starts we will be preforming the final touch-ups, to the cleaning done during the Range Clean-Up Day, in anticipation of the Concealed Handgun Training Class that will be held on the following Sunday, March 24th 2013.

Range Clean Up Day Planed

Saturday, March 16th 2013 10:00 AM
CR&GC Rifle Range

We will be holding a Range Clean UP Day to get the range and facilities spruced up before the Concealed Handgun Training class that will be held there the following weekend (Mar. 24th). We expect the class to draw non-members. This will be a good opportunity to show off our facilities to the public, and probable new members.

If you’re one of the many who have expressed a desire to get more involved in the club, this is a great opportunity to help out, and meet other members. You’re help will be GREATLY APPRECIATED!

Concealed Handgun Training

Sunday, March 24, 2013
CR&GC Rifle Range
Cost: $100

Custer Rod and Gun Club will be holding a class on Sunday March 24th. in Miles City. This will be an Introduction to Concealed Carry Class, taught by EDC Training LLC. This class is for the individual that may or may not hold a Montana Concealed Carry Permit and is wanting to learn more about the Defensive use of a handgun.

This course addresses the effective concealed carry and use of the handguns popular today. The course will address the advantages and disadvantages of the various types, models, configurations and calibers of such Handguns, as well as the most effective support equipment and methods of concealed carry. The program consists of both classroom discussion, and live fire drills on the range. This course introduces the student to techniques applicable to defensive use of the handgun. Emphasis is put on shooting skill development for application in real-life circumstances. The fundamentals of Mindset, Gun-handling, and Marksmanship are covered in lecture while the practical aspects are taught on the range. Other course topics include Situational Awareness, equipment selection, safety, handling, loading, unloading, malfunction clearance, drawing and firing techniques. Cost of this class will be $100.00

Required equipment list:

  • Centerfire Handgun in a minimum defensive caliber (generally, 9mm or .38spl or larger)
  • Ammunition 100 rounds.
  • Spare magazines or speedloaders
  • Spare ammunition pouches, carrier, or magazine holster
  • Method of carrying the handgun (i.e.- suitable belt and belt holster, Shoulder holsters generally not acceptable- you “sweep” others when drawing the firearm)
  • Ear protection
  • Eye protection
  • Clothing suitable for the weather
  • Cap with a brim
  • Rugged shoes or boots
  • Lunch and hydration fluid(water sports drink etc for the day)

Click here to view a printable CLASS ENROLLMENT APPLICATION

.22 Youth Shoot

Tuesday, June 4th 2013
6:00 PM
Spotted Eagle Recreation Area (first week)
Mile City Police Range (all remaining weeks)

Youth 8 – 18 years of age (or any other new shooters who want to learn) will be taught firearm safety, and improve their marksmanship skills under the supervision of certified instructors.

CR&GC will be holding this annual program the first Tuesday in June, and it will run for 7 weeks. The first week we will meet at the CR&GC clubhouse in the Spotted Eagle Recreation Area for sign-ups and our safety meeting. Parents MUST sign up their child at this meeting the first night, or they will NOT be allowed to shoot!

This program is free of charge. Custer Rod and Gun Club will provide all required materials including .22 cal. rifles, ammunition, targets, eye and ear protection, and instructors.

For more information please contact:
Jim Coleman 874-8892
James Coleman 234-0707