CMP Garand/Springfield/Modern Military (GSM) - As-Issued Military Rifle Course A

 Purpose of Match:   The purpose of these matches is to provide an opportunity for shooters to learn and practice rifle shooting techniques in a friendly and competitive atmosphere.

2024 Match Dates:  All matches are on Sundays.  January 21, February 18, March 17, April 21, May 19, July 21, August 18, October 20, and Nov 17.

Courses of Fire:  All shots will be fired on the NRA short-range (SR) target with the X, 10, and 9 rings in black positioned at 200 yards.  ShotMarker electronic targets will be used for scoring.  Official CMP scorecards will be used with scores reported to CMP.  Shooters will be eligible for medals if minimum scores are achieved.

A Course of Fire:

·   Stage 1 - Up to five (5) sighting shots and ten (10) shots for record slow fire, prone position.  Fifteen (15) minute time limit.

·   Stage 2 - Ten (10) shots rapid prone (from standing) in a time limit of eighty (80) seconds.

·   Stage 3 - Ten (10) shots slow fire standing.  Ten (10) minute time limit.

Rules:  CMP rules will apply.  This is a no-alibi match. Competitors are expected to ensure that their equipment is in good working order.

Equipment:   Center-fire high power rifles that meet CMP rules.

All competitors must have eye and ear protection.  We are now using electronically scored targets.  Competitors are required to perform scoring duties and need to bring a WiFi capable device (smart phone, tablet, or laptop).

Entrants are advised to bring drinking water and a snack.  There are no concessions at the range.

Ammunition:  Bring your own safe ammo.  No ammo with ferrous metal cores is allowed.

Start Time:   The GSM match typically starts at 8:15 AM.

Entry Fee:  $10 for BRRC members, $20 for non-BRRC members, $10 for non-BRRC juniors, no fee for active-duty military or BRRC juniors.

Entry Process:  All entries must be made on the BRRC website.  Go to the event calendar, find and clink-on the match you wish to enter, then follow the instructions for on-line entry.  You will be asked to provide your email address and phone number which will allow us to contact you if there is a cancellation.

Reentries with a second rifle: Reentries with a second rifle will be allowed if space is available.

Awards:  CMP achievement pins will be awarded to competitors who fire qualifying scores with qualifying rifles.

Age Restriction: 16 and older.

Match Cancellations: Rain may cause cancellations.  This includes rain prior to match day, which may make the range dirt roads impassable.  If there has been rain in the Castaic area during the week preceding the match, use the Contact Information below to verify that the match will be held.  Brush fires in the area or high-fire danger or high winds are also possible causes for match cancellation.

Liability Waiver:  Competitors must sign a BRRC waiver of liability before being allowed to compete.  Members will be required to complete the form once per calendar year.  Non-Members will need to sign a form for each match.  Waiver may be downloaded, signed, and brought to match or may be signed at match. 

CMP Affidavit of Eligibility: Please note that a Notarized Copy of the CMP Affidavit of Eligibility must be on file for each participant. This is a "one time" requirement by the CMP. If you have an affidavit on file with BRRC, you do not need another. If you haven't submitted a notarized affidavit, then download it from the CMP website.

Contact Information: Visit our website at www.brrc.org.  You can also send an email to cmp@brrc.org.