Claudia Muzik, 16, of Green Springs, Ohio, recently earned her Junior Distinguished Badge – a respected award in the youth air rifle community that only 1,600 others have earned in the badge’s 20-year history. “It's always been my goal to earn my Distinguished Badge,” said Claudia, who now holds Badge #1623. “I was speechless when I found out and was so proud that all my hard work paid off.” Growing up just a short drive from Camp Perry, home to the annual National Rifle and Pistol Matches and … [Read More...] about Green Springs Youth Athlete Earns National Distinguished Marksmanship Honor
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Green Springs Youth Athlete Earns National Distinguished Marksmanship Honor
CMP Marks High Attendance at Inaugural Camp Perry National Air Gun Matches
Henry Leverett Secures Rare International Distinguished Badge in 2022
Texas Hill, Walrath Repeat Last Year’s Performances at 2022 National Three-Position Championships
Student Air Rifle Program (SAR) Expands to Kentucky
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CMP Marks High Attendance at Inaugural Camp Perry National Air Gun Matches
Over the weekend of July 16-18, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) presented a brand new series of indoor events for juniors and adults, the National Air Gun Matches. Fired within the world-class range of the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center, the fresh lineup will now be a fixture during … [Read More...] about CMP Marks High Attendance at Inaugural Camp Perry National Air Gun Matches
Texas Hill, Walrath Repeat Last Year’s Performances at 2022 National Three-Position Championships
Those in attendance at the 2022 National Three-Position Precision Championships might have been feeling some déjà vu. At last year’s event, which was held in two different locations to accommodate COVID restrictions, Texas Hill Country Shooters set a new Team 3x20 national record score in the … [Read More...] about Texas Hill, Walrath Repeat Last Year’s Performances at 2022 National Three-Position Championships
Civilian Marksmanship Program Provides Unique Activities for Local Fun
Ready to try something new? Planning your next family or friend group get-together? Look no further than the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s public events! With world-class facilities in the Anniston and Talladega areas, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) offers marksmanship prospects not only … [Read More...] about Civilian Marksmanship Program Provides Unique Activities for Local Fun
The Meaning of Bar
I feel like there’s a vast underground conspiracy in the great state of airgunning. I’m pretty sure it sources back to the same guy who decided .38 Special bullets should be .357 inches in diameter, invented the phrase “near miss,” and mandated those new environmentally-friendly gas cans guaranteed … [Read More...] about The Meaning of Bar
Civilian Marksmanship Program Offers First-Rate Facilities for Locals to Enjoy
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Sanghera Claims Junior Air Pistol Match at 2022 Camp Perry Open
CAMP PERRY, Ohio – Suman Sanghera, 16, of Great Falls, Virginia, was the leading junior air pistol athlete at the 2022 Camp Perry Open – held over the weekend of May 13-15. It was only her second time attending the annual event, but through her strategy of treating every match like a practice, she … [Read More...] about Sanghera Claims Junior Air Pistol Match at 2022 Camp Perry Open
CMP Announces New CMP Coordinators
The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) would like to introduce two new employee titles taking effect in 2022. Catherine Green, who has been with the CMP for over a decade, will be assuming the role of North Range Coordinator – overseeing all competitions and events held at the Gary Anderson CMP … [Read More...] about CMP Announces New CMP Coordinators
Shoot. Paint. Giggle.
My wife is slightly miffed. Strangely, this low-level frustration is a result of me painting the garage. And here, I thought proactive chore attacking was a good thing. I guess that shows how much I’ve learned after 34 years of wedded bliss. Maybe it’s my color choice? Admittedly, Bleu de … [Read More...] about Shoot. Paint. Giggle.
CMP’s Camp Perry National Matches Educational Clinics Offer Something for Every Competitor
Ready to learn more about marksmanship? The National Matches at Camp Perry, which attracts thousands of guests each year to the historic ranges of the Ohio National Guard Training Facility, is an oasis of rifle and pistol competitions designed for experienced marksmen and curious individuals who … [Read More...] about CMP’s Camp Perry National Matches Educational Clinics Offer Something for Every Competitor
Blurred Lines
What is the airgun market? Not that long ago, I might have characterized it in two primary segments: precision and recreational airgunners. There are lots of folks who appreciate the precision, mechanical attributes, and performance of high-end air machines. Think PCP or break-action rifles and … [Read More...] about Blurred Lines
Junior Caroline Martin Responds to Down Year by Discovering Merit On and Off the Range
Caroline Martin, 17, of Nemo, Texas, has been a member of the Granbury High School Marine Corps JROTC precision air rifle team since her freshman year. The team is full of talent – recently earning its fifth consecutive JROTC National Three-Position Air Rifle Championship national title in March … [Read More...] about Junior Caroline Martin Responds to Down Year by Discovering Merit On and Off the Range
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CMP Announces April Monthly Air Gun Match Results
The results are in for the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) April Monthly Air Gun Matches. The event was held April 23 at the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center at Camp Perry, Ohio, and the South CMP Competition Center in Anniston, Alabama. The Ohio location saw over 140 entries, while the … [Read More...] about CMP Announces April Monthly Air Gun Match Results
Rifle Competitor Julie Klusmeier Plans Wedding Around CMP Air Gun Matches
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The World’s Largest Floating Airgun
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