Posts Tagged ‘RO Classes’
September Update
Congratulations to today’s division winners:
Russell M – Production;
James W – Limited;
Justin N – Carry Optics;
Brian P – Single Stack;
John D – PCC;
Harry D – Open; and
Dan O – Limited 10.
Full match results can be viewed on USPSA
Remember that there is no 2-Gun Match next Sunday. Instead, the WCRH’s members will be prepping the bays for renovation. We will keep you informed of any work delays that may affect October’s Steel Challenge match. The work should be done in time as not to affect next month’s USPSA match. Use the box & link on the left to subscribe to email notifications, follow us on Facebook, and/or check the Brian Enos Forums for the most up-to-date IPSCC66 announcements.
If you won a gun at this year’s berm fund racer and haven’t made arrangements to pick it up, do so soon!
USPSA is a volunteer sport and, like most of the Michigan clubs, Wayne County Raccoon Hunters is a not-for-profit organization. None of the match staff are paid and the money raised in match fees goes to USPSA fees and match supplies with the remainder used to support the club’s well being. E.g. Today, you may have noticed the new parking area as well as some appreciated repairs to the driveway. Being said, if you sign up for a match and can’t make it, please send Geoff an email at the stats gmail address or call Roy so they can add people from the wait list. Last year’s largest complaint from competitors was the long waits believed to be caused by large squads. To alleviate competitor’s waiting pains, the match committee limited the number of entries to this year’s matches. Be courteous to the people on the wait list & our stats team and let us know if you can’t make it.
2-Gun and Steel Challenge RO Class
For those that participate in 2-Gun or Steel Challenge – we are hosting a special NROI-approved class on October 7th to become a 2-Gun and Steel Challenge Range Officers. You must already be a certified USPSA RO to register. The class is all day and lunch will be provided. For more information see our FaceBook Event Page or contact Roy Neal. Sign up ASAP if you plan to attend.
We look forward to having you at future WCRH USPSA/IPSC events.
June 2017 Update
Last month was our annual Special Classifier match and the first official match that utilized our newly finished bays. A lot of people complained about putting classifiers in such a large open space but don’t worry, this month’s match on June 25th will utilize the space.
Our matches are always the fourth Sunday of the month unless of special circumstance and the email for for registration goes out the preceding Monday. If you have not been getting updates of our matches you should:
- send an email to Geoff <wcrhc.ipsc66.stats@gmail.com>
- white-list @practiscore.com
- follow our facebook page or join the Brian Enos Forums for the latest updates
This month we’re back to the standard – 9 field courses requiring 24-32 rounds each and an anticipated round count of 245. We will be using the new bays so anticipate some long shots in addition to the usual steel and movers. Because we have a number of new shooters joining us this season we’ll translate that last bit for you – bring more than 245 rounds of ammo, you’ll need it. If you bring 350-400 rounds you should be okay barring excessive misses or reshoots.
Reminders:
The Wayne County Raccoon Hunters Club (IPSC66) is hosting a USPSA level I RO clas July 29 – 30. The class costs $40 (US) and is open to any current USPSA members. The RO class is a great way to learn the rules and get comfortable with the range commands. Contact Roy Neal if you’re interested in attending.
We have free practice on Thursday evenings from 5:30 – 8 p.m. You don’t have to be a USPSA or WCRH member to join our practice sessions. Eye and hearing protection is required! We are happy to host new shooters looking to join in the excitement and fun that USPSA has to offer but safety is our first concern so if you’re not familiar with USPSA we strongly suggest coming to practice before attending a match. (We hate sending people home for avoidable safety infractions but will) It is also the best way to learn about the right gear needed to participate in each division – a very valuable lesson!
2017 Pre-Season Update
The IPSC/USPSA shooting season doesn’t (officially) start at Wayne County Raccoon Hunters (WCRH) until April and already things are buzzing along.
Construction on the new bays has been on-going through the winter and everyone is hopeful that they will be ready in time for our first match. – scheduled for April 23. They are significantly larger than our other bays so get ready for some longer shots and plenty of movement. The bays have taken up some parking space so…
We will continue to use the Practiscore pre-registration this year. If you are not on the list to receive the email updates you should send your information so that you are alerted when registration opens. If you show up at a match and did not pre-register you will not be squadded unless someone who was registered doesn’t show. If you register – show up! We understand that life happens and will overlook an occasional no show. A call before the match is appreciated so we can notify people on the wait list of openings. Our matches are the best thing you can do in south-east Michigan on the fourth Sunday of the summer months and we want to provide the opportunity to participate to as many as possible. Habitual no-show offenders will be given notification and squadded last for future matches.
Send your email address to: wcrhc.ipsc66.stats@gmail.com
Visit our Practiscore page at: https://practiscore.com/clubs/wayne-county-raccoon-hunters-club-ipsc66
Canadian IPSC shooters are welcome at our matches and will need to complete the appropriate forms before crossing the border with their guns & ammo. The Invitation Letter for Michigan’s USPSA matches is available to download and print from the link below. There are other forms to complete and procedures that visiting shooters must follow. Contact Roy or one of your fellow Canadians for the details. Be sure to leave extra time to cross the border when transporting your guns and gear – sign in for our matches closes at 09:30 and shooting starts at 10:00 a.m. whether everyone’s there or not.
WCRH is proud to have enough member RO and CROs to assign to each squad at our matches. This allows visiting shooters the opportunity to have fun without the distractions of ROing or scoring your friends. We certainly do appreciate the help that visiting ROs and CROs offer, however. If you want to take the level 1 – RO or level 2 – CRO NROI training now is the time to pencil it in.
A Level 1 – RO class is (tentatively) scheduled for 8-9 April – location to be determined
A Level 2 – CRO class is confirmed for 4-5 March at Oak Hill Gun Club. The cost is $40 (US) and you can register here
We will post the Level 1 class details on our Facebook page as soon as they’re confirmed.
The USPSA group at WCRH will continue to host open practice on Thursday evenings. If you’re new to the sport check out the new shooter overview then show up with your gear. We love bringing new shooters into the sport and think that the best time to learn is at a low-stress practice session – not a match. There isn’t an official start date for practice so keep an eye out here, on Facebook, or subscribe to receive updates in your email’s in box.
We look forward to seeing you this summer!
P.S.
If USPSA-style shooting is too fast or competitive for your liking or being up on Sunday mornings isn’t your thing, check out the WCRH’s IDPA program. Like us, they are a nice group of people that are happy to introduce new shooters to their sport. No matter what sport you choose at WCRH safety is our first concern followed by fun.
2015 Season Spring Update
Now that (most of) the snow is gone and the temps are warm enough to shoot outside without a heavy coat, the practical shooting season is starting at WCRH.
April 4th Work Day
Actually, things get into full swing tomorrow, Saturday April 4th about 0900 when the IPSC & IDPA gang will get together to build more walls and a new shed to hold them. I know right; what is it with all these walls? Seems like we add 20-30 new walls every year. Probably because we do. The “see through walls” are safer, more durable, and certainly more esthetic than stacked barrels. Jason P and Shawn D are going to be busy making all those heavy duty stands. Hours helped count towards the membership requirement and something interesting is sure to happen with so many power tools, hot glue, and pocket knifes in use.
Thursday Practice Resumes
One of the nice things about USPSA at WCRH is the free practice on Thursday evenings. If all holds up, we are planning to start practice nights again Thursday, April 9th at 5:30 PM. New shooters can come out and learn about USPSA practical pistol shooting in a low stress environment. Experienced shooters can get some real rounds down range before Battle in the Bluegrass and Indiana Production/Single Stack/Revolver match.
Oak Hill RO Class
Practical shooting is a such safe sport in-part because of the people that run matches. ROs issues range commands, oversee competitor compliance with the written stage briefings, and closely monitors safe competitor action. While NROI certified ROs are not mandatory at level I (local) matches, we generally like to have a minimum of one RO assigned to each squad and usually have two. The first step to certification is maintaining your USPSA membership. Next, you take a class put on by NROI. Oak Hill Gun Club in Portland, MI is hosting an official RO (level I) class on June 20-21. ROs that assist at IPSC66 matches receive a discount on match registration and there is no better way to learn the rules.
July 4th Fund Racer Match
If you have not heard, we’re having a two day, 18 stage, 500 round match over the July 4th weekend to raise money to improve the berms. Also, if you have not heard, the match registration of 100 people is full. Match participants will have a chance to win one of fourteen guns from Glock, FNH USA, Sig Sauer, and Springfield Arms.
Spring Work Day
It may not seem like spring with snow falling and temps dipping into the 20s but…
Rain, shine, sleet, or snow; the outdoor pistol shooting season is upon us. There is only five weeks before the first IPSC66 match of 2013 on April 28. To be ready for another amazing season of safe shooting fun please remember the following dates and events:
March 28-30: RO/CRO Class
If you registered for the class plan to attend. These classes were open to all USPSA members and invitations extended to many Michigan and Ohio clubs. South east Michigan will have no shortage of level I and II certified range personnel for any USPSA matches in the area.
April 4: Thursday Night IPSC/USPSA Practice begins
All shooters (including non-members) that attend IPSC66 are encouraged to attend practice nights. The road gate into Wayne County Raccoon Hunters is opened approximately 5:30 PM and shooting goes until 8:00 PM. The group will set up one to two practice stages designed to simulate conditions encountered at a sanctioned USPSA match. Practi-Score system is used so you can see your scores improve.
New shooters are strongly encouraged to attend at least one practice night before attending a USPSA match. Safety is priority one. Attending a practice night will allow a reduced stress environment and one to one instruction with a certified range officer to learn the range commands and gear requirements.
April 6: Wayne County Raccoon Hunters spring work day
The IPSC/USPSA group has a list of items they plan to do including: building new walls, fixing old walls, repairing target stands, and building dog houses for steel. Members with building skills and tools should plan to help as possible. Other members assistance will be needed to “spring clean” the equipment storage. In Roy’s usual, he plans to take everything out, sort, and return to its designated place. Other work day jobs are needed for members with all physical levels. This day will give the USPSA practical pistol group a chance to work with other club members for betterment of everyone’s WCRH experience.
April 27: Set up for USPSA match
Last year the organization and cooperation shown by club members and non-members alike to set up matches was amazing. With Roy’s announcement, it would be great if interested members would like to get involved with the match planning meeting that occur earlier in the week. Help is always appreciated and counts towards club hours.