February 26 - March 7, 2010

February 27-28: Mid-Range & F-Class Regional (shot concurrently)

February 27: Bar-B-Que

February 28: 300 Yard Antique Match

March 1: 600 Yard Any Sight Team Match

March 1: Squadded practice

March 2: 4-Man ATC Team Match

March 3-4-5-6: Orange Blossom Regional

March 6: OBR Bar-B-Que

March 7:  LEG & Match Director’s Match

Pre‑Registration ONLY ‑ All entries must be postmarked by 2/10/10.  Registrations may be allowed after the closing date (2/10/10) on a space available basis.  Such late registrations may cost $10/match more than the published fees.  There will be a ‘Wait List” established.  Those entering more matches and traveling greater distances will be given priority on this list. Please check the official match web site at www.orangeblossomregional.com for late details and current squadding information.

Make All Checks Payable To:

Port Malabar Rifle and Pistol Club

Mail entry fees to:

Eric S. Kennard  

231 Waterside Drive

Indian Harbour Beach, FL. 32937

For any questions call Brad Sutherland, 305-218-7057 or email fl-obr@comcast.net 

Please correspond by email when you can.

General Rules for All Matches

Ammunition: Any safe ammunition. Supplied by the competitor ‑ Rule 3.17.

Bolt Closing: All competitors shall close the bolt only when the rifle is parallel to the ground and pointed in the general direction of the target.  This applies in offhand, sitting and prone rapid fire and prone slow fire.  It is not permissible to close the bolt at any other time than with the rifle horizontal and pointed at the targets or berm. In the offhand position, while placing the rifle in the shoulder, the finger shall not be inside the trigger guard until the rifle is horizontal and pointed at the correct target. The Line officer will issue and record a warning to any competitor that is observed doing this.  The second occurrence will immediately result in that shooter being disqualified from the remainder of that match. Range Rule to prevent launching rounds over the berm.

Brass and Trash Call: There will be a brass and trash call after each relay change.  All brass and trash are to be picked up by the competitor before he clears the line.

Camping:  Limited dry camping is available on the range. We have room for RVs, Trailers or Tents - with electricity these sights will be $10 per night.  Tent camping, not requiring electricity, will be free. Mosquitoes are available for a nominal fee.

Cancellation: If a match is cancelled, and not rescheduled, a refund will be given after all costs of all matches are paid.

Challenge Period: The challenge period for posted scores shall last for 20 minutes after the pits are unsealed and all firing is complete. The official scores will be posted on the Match Bulletin board under the tent or shelter at the 600-yard line.  Such a challenge shall be by written request on the forms provided and given to the Stat officer or Match Director.

Challenges: A challenge fee of $2.00 will be charged, Rule 16.1.  Fee must be given to the line officer before the challenge is acted upon by the pits. Cash only, no pennies.

Directions: Port Malabar R/P Club is in the City of Palm Bay, FL. Exit I95 westbound on Malabar Rd., State Rd. 514. Follow Malabar Rd. 4.8 miles to Hurley Blvd. Left on Hurley Blvd.; gate to the club is at the end of Hurley. Highpower range is to the right. There is a great map on the Club’s website at www.portmalabarrpclub.com

EMPTY CHAMBER INDICATORS will be required at all matches ‑ Rule 3.21.  In addition, if the rifle is equipped with a removable magazine, that magazine must be removed when the ECI is inserted.

Eye Protection and Ear Protection: Port Malabar R&P Club strongly suggests shooters wear eye and ear protection.

Jury Actions: A jury shall be established as required by the Match Director in accordance with NRA rules.

Lodging: The following hotels are within 15 minutes of the range, mention PMRPC & OBR for discount rates:

    Comfort Suites, 1175 Malabar Rd., Palm Bay, FL, 32907, phone 321-369-1234

                Jameson Inn of Palm Bay, 890 Palm Bay Rd NE, Palm Bay, FL., phone 321-725-2952

Beachside hotels are available but the drive time is between 45 and 50 minutes to the range.

Member Match Fees:  Members of the Port Malabar Rifle and Pistol Club will receive a discount on their match fees. The Mid-Range will be $65 and the Regional $100. The Antique Rifle Match is free. This discount does not apply to the Team events. A copy of the members ID card must be included with their entry fee to gain this discount.

Miscellaneous: Food is not available at the range - competitors should bring fluids and snacks with them. There are several convenience stores on Malabar Rd. on the way to the range. Bar‑B‑Que dinners will be provided on Saturday, 2/27/10 & Saturday, 3/6/10. Competitor’s meal included in match fees, family members are $15.00, wee ones $8, dogs free.

Parking: Allowed on the Range, in marked areas, weather permitting.  Special needs shall be identified.

Physical limitations: Any competitor with a physical limitation who requests special consideration for shooting or pit duty must communicate that need to the Statistician at least 30 days in advance of the match date.

Range Capacity: Unless otherwise specified entries limited to the first 80 competitors, (4 relays, 20 firing positions).  

Ready Line: A ready line will be established and indicated by a painted orange stripe on the range.  Only the competitor scoring for an active shooter may be in front of the ready line.  All conversations are to take place BEHIND this line.  Those who ignore this rule will be asked to leave. No umbrellas or shelters permitted forward of the ready line.

Refunds: Shooter cancellations should be postmarked or emailed on or before Feb. 19, 2010, for a full refund. Refunds will be sent to the shooter after the match is complete and all bills have been paid.  All refunds after that date will be granted only after all match expenses are paid.  A $25 Administrative fee will be deducted from all refunds requested after 2/19/2010.

 Smoking: Smoking will be allowed on the range in designated areas only. No smoking on the Firing line, Ready Line, in the Pits or Pit Shelter or under the tents & shelters

Special Squadding: All special squadding requests shall be noted on back of registration form or email to fl-obr@comcast.net  Please be specific as to why you are requesting special squadding i.e. sharing equipment, sharing a car, etc.

Sportsmanship: Rule 9.27 will be administered by the Match Director.  Those not adhering to the rule will be asked to leave the range.  No refunds will be given for any remaining matches.

Squadding:  We will attempt to squad all High Masters on the same relay and we will attempt to squad all Masters on the same relay.  This will not necessarily be on the first relay ‑ Rule 11.6.7.

Targets: 200 yards - SR target, 300 yards - SR-3 target, 600 yards - MR-1 target and MR1-FClass target.

Weather: Matches will be fired regardless of mildly inclement weather. Severe weather may cause the Match Director to delay relays until the situation improves. If a match is cancelled due to inclement weather, an attempt will be made to reschedule it later in the week.

Zeros:  You must have zeros for all yard lines you will shoot.  Those that do not have zeros will be allowed to fire shots at a shorter range to determine their zero.  If a sight fails or falls off during the match, the same rule applies. Two squadded practice sessions are available: Friday 2/26/2010 and Monday, 3/1/2010 immediately following the team match.

 

Friday, 2/26/2010  8AM:  

Squadded Practice. 

Fee: $10.00, payable in cash the morning of the practice.  Check in with Stat office for target assignments. This will be run as a practice match: 200 & 300 in the AM; 600 starting about 11:00am.  There will be time allowed at the 600-yard line to shoot multiple rifles. Shooters may join at any time, squadding permitting.

Sat-Sun, 2/27-28/2010 8 AM:  1200 Point OBR Mid-Range Any Site/Irons Regional Match and  F-Class Regional Match

FEE:   $75.00

  

•   Stage 1: 600 yards, unlimited sighting shots, 20 rounds for record, total time 25 minutes.   

•   Stage 2: 600 yards, 2 sighting shots, 20 rounds for record, total time 22 minutes.

•   Stage 3: 600 yards, 2 sighting shots, 20 rounds for record, total time 22 minutes.

•   Stage 4: 600 yards, unlimited shots, 20 rounds for record, total time 22 minutes.  

•   Stage 5: 600 yards, 2 sighting shots, 20 rounds for record, total time 22 minutes.

§      Stage 6: 600 yards, 2 sighting shots, 20 shots for record, total time 22 minutes.

•   Match: Over‑all aggregate of all 6 stages.

 

NOTE:  Monday March 2 is reserved as the ‘rain date’ for this match.  If the 6 stages can not be shot on Saturday and Sunday, then they will be shot on Monday.  The Any Sight Team match will follow the conclusion the delayed relays, time permitting.

Arms: Service Rifles 3.1, 3.1.1, 3.1.2, Any Rifle Rule 3.2, Match Rifle Rules 3.3, 3.3.1, Palma 3.3.3, and F-Class – 3.4.

Awards:  NRA Regional medals to the top three overall winners for Any Sight/Irons and top three overall for F-Class. First Place, Second Place and Third Place by rifle depending on number of competitors; five competitors required to make a rifle category. The categories are Service Rifle, Match Rifle, Scoped Match Rifle, F-Class and Palma Rifle. F-Class will be split into Open & F-TR if there are enough entries. Separate class awards will be given: five or more entries will make a class for one award; eight or more for 2 awards; thirteen or more for 3 awards. Classes of less than five may be combined, except High Master and Master.  Winners will receive cash.

 

Saturday, 2/27/2010, ~ 3 PM: Mid Range Bar-B-Que:

Competitor meal included, families welcome - $15.00 for non-competitors, $8.00 for little ones. Please let us know by 9:00am if additional tickets are needed.

 

Sunday, 2/28/2010 ~ 2 PM: 300 Yard OBR Antique Rifle Match (after Mid Range Match)

FEE:   $5.00 per entrant - entries accepted up till match time.  Range capacity of 60 shooters.  Three-relay system will be used. 

•   Stage 1: 300 yards, unlimited sighting shots, 20 rounds for record, total time 25 minutes.  The 300-yard Rapid Fire targets will be used.

Arms: Rifles must be in ‘as issued’ condition as defined in CMP rules.  Classes for A3’s, 03A3’s; Pre 03’s; Garands, and others. Many local shooters have these rifles and will be glad to share with our out-of-town guest. No rifle may have any plastic parts. Wood only!

Ammunition: Any safe ammunition. Supplied by the competitor ‑ Rule 3.17. Ammunition cannot be older than the competitor!

Awards:  Match Winner, First Place, Second Place and Third Place by rifle depending on number of competitors.  Winners will receive certificates. A Best Rifle will also be awarded. CMP Medals will be presented.

 

Monday, 3/1/10 8AM: 600 Yard OBR Any Sight Team Match

FEE:  $100 per 4-man team, including NRA fees. Team Entries can be made any time during the week up till 0800 Monday morning. Pre-registration is encouraged. Range Limit is 20 teams. Pit rotations will permit a firing member to go to the pits.

•   Stage 1: 600 yards, 2 sighting shots, 20 rounds for record, total time 22 minutes.  

•   Stage 2: 600 yards, 2 sighting shots, 20 rounds for record, total time 22 minutes.

•   Stage 3: 600 yards, 2 sighting shots, 20 rounds for record, total time 22 minutes. 

•   Match: Over‑all aggregate of stages 1-3.

Arms: Any safe rifle, .35 caliber or less, metallic or scope sights ‑ Rule 3.2.

Awards:  First Place, Second Place and Third Place teams over‑all. F-Class teams will be awarded separately if there are enough teams.  Winners will receive cash.

 

Tuesday, 3/2/10 8AM: 4‑Man OBR 800 Point Across The Course Team Match

FEE: $100 per team, including NRA fees. Team Entries can be made any time during the week up till 0800 Tuesday morning. Pre-registration is encouraged. Range Limit is 20 teams. Pit rotations will permit a firing member to go to the pits.

§      Stage 1: 200 yards, 2 sighting shots, and 20 shots, standing in a total time of 22 minutes.

§      Stage 2: 200 yards, 2 sighting shots, 2 strings of 10 shots each, 60 seconds each string, sitting position, with a magazine change.

§      Stage 3: 300 yards, 2 sighting shots, 2 strings of 10 shots each, 70 seconds each string, prone position, with a magazine change.

§      Stage 4: 600 yards, 2 sighting shots, and 20 shots prone, in a total time of 22 minutes.

§      Match: Over-all team score of stages 1-4.

Arms: Match or Service Rifles.

Awards:  First Place, Second Place and Third Place Teams by class depending on number of competitors. 

Rule: NRA Rules shall govern this match, specifically Rule 11.6.8(b) and 12.12.

Note: Team Classification shall be by rifle and as specified in Table 1 of Rule 19.1.  If one or more rifle on a team is a Match Rifle, the team shall be classified as a Match Rifle Team.

 

Orange Blossom Regional

 Wednesday thru Saturday,  3/3-6/2010,  8:00 AM

This is a 2400 Point Aggregate Match made up of THREE 800 Point Matches.

FEE: $120.00, including $9.00 to NRA.

Regional: Over‑all aggregate of all 12 matches.

Arms: NRA Match Rifles ‑ Rule 3.3, 3.3.1. Service Rifles, Rules ‑ 3.1, 3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.1.3, and 3.1.4. Metallic sights only.

Awards:  Regional Medals to top three over‑all. Cash to top three in class: High‑Master, Master, Expert, Sharpshooter, Marksman, separated by category ‑ Match Rifle & Service Rifle. Camp Perry Certificates to First Place in each class. Scores based on 2400 point aggregate. 5 competitors required to make a class.

BAR‑B‑QUE – Served to participants in the Regional match at 3:00 PM on Saturday,  3/6/10. Competitor’s meal included in match fee, family members $15.00/each, kids (little ones, not teenagers…) are $8.00 each. An accurate count is needed for the Caterers ‑ please notify Statistician by Saturday morning at 0900. 

Regional Awards Ceremony: The presentations of Awards for the Regional will be held immediately after the Bar-B-Que. There will be many raffle prizes, competitors must be present to win these.

Regional Firing Schedule

Wednesday, 3/3/10

Match 1: 200 yards, 2 sighting shots, and 20 shots, standing in a total time of 22 minutes.

Match 2: 200 yards, 2 sighting shots, 2 strings of 10 shots each, 60 seconds each string, sitting position, with a magazine change.

Match 3: 300 yards, 2 sighting shots, 2 strings of 10 shots each, 70 seconds each string, prone position, with a magazine change.

 

OBR March 4	200 Slow 200 Rapid	200 Slow 200 Rapid 300 Rapid	300 Rapid
Fire	1-2	3-4	1-2
Score	2-1	4-3	2-1
Pits	3-4	1-2	3-4
	Pit change	Pit change	Done

 

 

Thursday, 3/4/10

Match 4: 200 yards, 2 sighting shots, and 20 shots, standing in a total time of 22 minutes.

Match 5: 200 yards, 2 sighting shots, 2 strings of 10 shots each, 60 seconds each string, sitting position, with a magazine change.

Match 6: 600 yards, 2 sighting shots, and 20 shots prone in a total time of 22 minutes

 

OBR March 5	200 Slow 200 Rapid	200 Slow 200 Rapid	600 Slow	600 Slow
Fire	3-4	1-2	3-4	1-2
Score	4-3	2-1	4-3	2-1
Pits	1-2	3-4	1-2	3-4
	Pit Change	Pit Change	Pit Change	Done

 

Friday, 3/5/10

Match 7: 200 yards, 2 sighting shots, and 20 shots, standing in a total time of 22 minutes.

Match 8: 300 yards, 2 sighting shots, 2 strings of 10 shots each, 70 seconds each string, sitting position, with a magazine change.

Match 9: 600 yards, 2 sighting shots, and 20 shots prone in a total time of 22 minutes

 

OBR March 6	200 Slow 300 Rapid	200 Slow 300 Rapid	600 Slow	600 Slow
Fire	2-1	4-3	2-1	4-3
Score	1-2	3-4	1-2	3-4
Pits	3-4	1-2	3-4	1-2
	Pit Change	Pit Change	Pit Change	Done

 

 

Saturday, 3/6/10

Match 10: 200 yards, 2 sighting shots, 2 strings of 10 shots each, 60 seconds each string, sitting position, with a magazine change.

Match 11: 300 yards, 2 sighting shots, 2 strings of 10 shots each, 70 seconds each string, prone position, with a magazine change

Match 12: 600 yards, 2 sighting shots, and 20 shots prone in a total time of 22 minutes

 

OBR March 7	200 Rapid 300 Rapid	200 Rapid 300 Rapid 600 Slow	600 Slow
Fire	4-3	2-1	4-3
Score	3-4	1-2	3-4
Pits	1-2	3-4	1-2
	Pit Change	Pit Change	Let’s eat!

 

 

Saturday, 3/6/10 ~ 3:00 PM

OBR Bar-B-Que

Competitor meal included, families welcome - $15.00 for non-competitors, $8.00 for little ones. Please let us know by 9:00am if additional tickets are needed.

 

Sunday 3/7/10  8:00 AM:

CMP Excellence in Competition

(LEG) & Director’s Match

Match is limited to first 80 Shooters. LEG Shooters have priority. Trigger weighing will be between 0715 and 0745.

FEE:  $25.00 includes $10.00 to DCM.

•   Stage 1:    200 yards, 10 rounds standing in a total time of 10 minutes.

•   Stage 2:    200 yards, 1 string of 10 shots, 60 seconds, standing to sitting with a magazine change.

•   Stage 3:    300 yards, 1 string of 10 shots, 70 seconds, standing to prone with a magazine change.

•   Stage 4:    600 yards, 20 shots prone in a total time of 20 minutes.

•   Match:      Over‑all aggregate of all stages.

Arms:   Leg Match:  Service Rifles ‑ Rules: 3.1, 3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.1.3. 

Director’s Match:  Open to all competitors ‑ Match and Service Rifles.  Metallic sights only. Course of fire is the same as above.

Awards:  LEG Match: Excellence in Competition (LEG) points awarded to competitors in top 10%.  Medals are awarded by the CMP and mailed to competitors. Director’s Match: Match winner, First Place, Second Place and Third Place depending on the number of shooters. Winners will receive cash.

 

Pit Rotation for LEG and Director’s Match:

 

	600 Slow	600 Slow 200 Slow	200 Slow 200 Rapid	200 Rapid 300 Rapid	300 Rapid
Fire	1-2	3-4	1-2	3-4	1-2
Score	2-1	4-3	2-1	4-3	2-1
Pits	3-4	1-2	3-4	1-2	3-4
	Pit Change	Pit Change	Pit Change	Pit Change	End

Trigger Weighing:  Rifles will be inspected for compliance to CMP rules before the EIC match.  Rifles will first be function checked for safe operation.  Rifle and sling will then be inspected for improper external modifications.  Trigger will be weighed using NRA approved weight set bearing on the trigger while the rifle is held with its barrel vertical and slowly lifted straight up.  To pass the rifle must lift the weight clear of the supporting surface and suspend the weight.  The rifle will then be “jerked’ upward to verify that the trigger falls.  If the rifle cannot be made to lift and suspend the 4-½ pound weight, the competitor may perform the test.  Rifles can be retried after failing until the time to weigh triggers has expired.  Rifles may be sealed after weighing.  The top 15% of finishers will be re-weighed after the match is completed.

 

Eligibility Affidavit and Liability Agreement

 

A. To establish my eligibility under section 5503 title 36 United States Code to participate in any activity sponsored or supported by the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), I certify that:

 

                1. I have not been convicted of any Federal or State felony or violation of section 922 of title 18 United States Code, and

 

                2. I am not a member of any organization that advocates the violent overthrow of the United States Government.

 

B. In consideration for being permitted to participate in any match sponsored or supported by the CMP I hereby agree to:

 

                1. Be bound by the CMP Competition   Rules and Regulations

 

                2. Waive any claim against the Corporation for the Promotion of Rifle Practice and Firearms Safety and any other organization sponsoring or supporting the match for any personal injury, loss or damage that I might suffer in connection                                    with the match, and

 

                3. Indemnify and hold harmless any organization sponsoring or supporting the match from any claim of a third party arising from any negligent or wrongful conduct by me.

 

Signed: __________________________________________ Date: _________________

 

Name (please print): ______________________________________________________

 

Address, City, State:  ______________________________________________________

 

 

State of ____________________________)

                                                                                         )   ss:

City/County of ______________________)

 

Before me, the undersigned Notary Public, appeared the person making the above certification and agreement, who under oath stated that he/she has read, understands and agrees to it, and that the certification is true and correct to the best of his/her knowledge.

 

Subscribed and sworn to before me, the undersigned Notary Public, on this ____ day of  _________, 19____.

 

                                                                                _________________________________________

                                                                                Notary Public

 

My commission expires:

                                                                                 

NOTE: Please DO NOT send me one of these if you have ever sent me one in the past.  I keep them on file for a long, long time.  You only need this form if:

1. You are shooting the LEG match

2. You have not filled one out before
             Port Malabar Rifle and Pistol Club

                    2009 Orange Blossom Regional Entry Sheet

Please enter all requested information (see next page for abbreviations and more details).   Select and circle the type of rifle you will shoot in each match.  Enter the Entry Fee Amount on the line provided.  Total the entry fees and enter the total at the bottom.  Please include a check payable to "Port Malabar Rifle & Pistol Club” for that total.  This form, properly completed, signed, along with a check for the proper amount must be postmarked no later that 2/10/10 for your entry to be accepted. Any questions call Brad Sutherland at 305-218-7057 or send email to fl-obr@comcast.net. Entries will be acknowledged by email and posted at www.orangeblossomregional.com

  NRA #:       _____________________ Are You Distinguished:       _______

  Name:             ____________________________     Title/Rank:  ____________

  Address:      ____________________________________________________

  City/ST/ZIP:     ____________________________________________________

  Birthday:     ______________email: _____________________________________

  Home #:        ______________              Emergency #: ___________________________

 

___ Special squadding needed?           ~~~ Include notarized CMP affidavit if needed. See attached. ~~~

 

Signature: _____________________    Total Paid: $_________­­­___

Received on_______ Check #________ Action______________