The CMP Rules Committee has approved the 2014-2015 18th Edition of the CMP Competition Rules for Service Rifle and Service Pistol and the 2014 2nd Edition CMP Rules for CMP Games Rifle and Pistol Matches. This is the earliest the CMP has released a new version of the Rulebooks, which previously were released in March or April.  In another major change, the CMP Rimfire Sporter Rules, which were previously in a separate rulebook, are now included in the CMP Games Rules.

Dates and locations for the always-anticipated 2014 CMP Junior Air Rifle Camps and Clinics have been released. Registration will open February 3. Those interested are encouraged to register early, since camps tend to fill up quickly.

How to Contribute to CMP’s Mission for Future Shooters Through Planned Giving Contributions

Each year, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) conducts a multitude of events for young and experienced shooters, and many ask what they can do to give back to the organization. With CMP’s Planned Giving program, there are several options in doing just that.

2014 Garand-Springfield-Military (GSM) Rifle Clinic Dates Announced – Changes Made to Improve the Master Instructor Clinics

The GSM Master Instructor clinics educates advanced shooters and instructors and certifies them as Master Instructors who are qualified to teach specific marksmanship instructional topics using CMP training material and curricula. Certified instructors have the tools and know-how to teach basic and intermediate rifle marksmanship skills to new and beginning shooters in their communities.

Shoppers Watch as Shooters Compete at Bass Pro 600

The Tracker Boat section of the Bass Pro Shop of Leeds, AL, has been an area of changing scenery over the last few weeks. At Christmas, the windows were frosted to create a Winter Wonderland where Santa listened to what children wanted underneath their trees. Then, a few days later, the windows were cleaned off and Santa’s house was moved to make room for the CMP’s mobile range during the 2014 Bass Pro 600 – held Saturday, January 4 and Sunday, January 5.

Sign Up Now for This Year’s Highly-Anticipated CMP Games – Oklahoma and Eastern CMP Games

Registration is now open for the CMP Games – Oklahoma and the Eastern CMP Games in North Carolina. The Oklahoma Games registration opened Dec. 2, 2013 and Eastern Games opened Jan. 2, 2014, with each remaining open up to the start date of the event.

CMP Mobile Range Hosts Texas All-Service JROTC State 3P Air Rifle Championship

The CMP electronic mobile range has trekked across the South again to help support the Texas State JROTC match. Hosted by the North East Independent School District in San Antonio, TX, The All-Service JROTC State Championship saw 96 sporter and 37 precision competitors over two days and five relays. Many schools braved the icy Texas roads and weather reports of snow to attend the match.

Ground Breaks as Phase 1 of the CMP Marksmanship Park Construction in Talladega Begins

TALLADEGA, AL – The earth is moving on the CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park development in Talladega County, AL, as Phase 1 is underway. Six total D-8, 80,000 lbs. bulldozers, seven 40-ton dump trucks, four 20-ton excavators and three 40-ton pans have been recruited to move the 600,000 cubic yards of dirt from the hills of Alabama. Plans were approved in March 2012 by the CMP Board of Directors for the 500-acre marksmanship facility.

Record Amount of Shooters Fire in the 2013-2014 JROTC Postal Championship

The JROTC Three-Position Air Rifle National Championship kicked off in October with its opening Postal Competition, where cadets from Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force JROTC programs submitted scores to the CMP to be compared against top junior shooters around the country. 

CMP Competitors Make 2013 Games Matches a Huge Success

CAMP PERRY, OHIO – Looking back at our events in 2013, it’s pretty clear why the Oklahoma, Eastern and Western CMP Games were such a great success – the people who participate. Our competitors, volunteers and staff have made the Games Matches an enjoyable “go-to” event for many who have supported us in Oklahoma, North Carolina and Arizona.

Civilian Marksmanship Program Seeks Applicants to Receive $150,000 in Scholarships

CAMP PERRY, OH – Applications for the annual CMP Scholarship Program for the 2014-2015 freshman college year are still being received for consideration. Applications have already begun come through the CMP doors, with the anticipation of many more arriving in the near future.

New, Experienced Shooters Go Head-to-Head at 2013 Gary Anderson Invitational

The 2013 Gary Anderson Invitational (GAI) was held December 6-7 at the CMP Marksmanship Centers in Camp Perry, OH, and Anniston, AL, to a group of 415 competitors from around the country. The event is a three-position air rifle tournament that follows the 3x20 course of fire. Each shooter fires 20 record shots from prone, standing and kneeling positions, with the top eight shooters from each relay advancing to a 10-shot final. Winners are determined overall, from scores comprised from the CMP North and CMP South competitors. 

Wounded Warriors Recognized at Camp Banquet

ANNISTON, AL – On Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013, Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) staff members attended a banquet honoring the 25 Wounded Warrior Marines from around the country who attended a week-long camp at the South Marksmanship Center in preparation for the next Wounded Warrior Games. The banquet was held at the Hampton Inn & Suites in Oxford-Anniston, AL.

Juniors Continue to Portray Excellence in 2013

Thousands of young shooters across the U.S. excelled as the Civilian Marksmanship Program reached out to them with numerous firearm safety and marksmanship clinics, camps and competitions over the past year.

Hannah and Josh Black’s Sibling Riflery: Black Belts, Ballet and Beyond

Hannah and Josh Black are your typical brother and sister. From the words of their mom and dad, “older sister ignores, little brother annoys.” But outside of their societal act, the two are actually extremely supportive of each other and share a unique common interest – both are accomplished junior shooters.