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New Shooter InformationClub competition is conducted using the Standard Shooting Rules of the National Rifle Association of Australia. Weekly club competition is divided into 2 rounds. The first round comprises 2 sighting shots (sighters) and 10 shots to count (business shots) and the second round comprises 2 sighters and 11 business shots. Either both sighters or the second sighter only can be counted as business shots. The highest possible score for the first round is 50.10 (numerals following the decimal are a total of V bulls) and for the second round is 55.11. The highest possible score for a full shoot is 105.21. To achieve 50 or 55 points is referred to as a “Possible”.Pictured below is a handy wind strength chart used by shooters to determine wind strength and direction at the various distances (Note the chart is based on a non metric range, although still very useful for application at Ripley).
Safety Rules For the safety of all participants, a few simple rules must be adhered to. Range Safety OfficersWhile on the range you are always under the control of the Range Safety Officers – their names are displayed on the noticeboard on the firing point. “Is your bolt out?” When the “firing point’ is referred to, it is the mounded earth on the range, on which shooters lie to shoot from. At all times on the firing point, the firearm must be pointed down range. Breeches must be kept open (bolt removed) at all times unless at the firing point. The scorer or a range officer must check that all rifles have the bolt removed and the breech is clear of ammunition prior to leaving the firing point. Single Round Feed While shooting, rifles are loaded with a single cartridge at a time.
Cease Fire At any time the command to “cease fire” is given, immediately open the bolt and remove the cartridge.
Should anybody have to move in front of the firing line, (e.g. to replace personnel at the butts), all rifles must be removed from the firing point.
New Shooters New shooters will have a coach at the firing point to ensure enjoyment of the new experience and to assist with technique, advice and safety.
General · No person under the influence of alcohol or a drug is allowed on the firing point. Hearing protection must be worn on the firing point.
· If in doubt about anything ask your coach or any club member .
· If you don’t have a current firearms licence, you will have to complete a form 33 (blank copies held by the club) . You must complete the range register on the table behind the firing point prior to shooting.
· Range fees are $10 and ammunition is $27.50 for 25 cartridges needed for the shoot. Unlicensed shooters must return all fired and unfired ammunition. · Toilets are at the 800metre firing point, co-located with the clubhouse. · The first aid kit is behind the firing point. · Drinks are for sale in the blue and white esky behind the firing point. The price is on the lid of the money tin and it is a self-service honour system. · You may be asked to assist in marking targets, where you raise and lower the targets from a protected area and mark the fall of the shot and value for other shooters. For More Information Contact:
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