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BJTS - 4th Friday Shoot (Field Rifle)
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Fri 27 Sep 2024 18:00 — 21:00
Event information
Registrations for this event are closed.
Date & Time 4th Friday of each month (February - November). Please arrive at 5:30pm for a 6:00pm start. Field Rifle The course of fire for the “Field Rifle” Competition consists of:- 10 rounds at 25m – Rapid Fire (4 lots of 3 shots with the best 10 to count) 10 rounds at 25m – Off Hand 10 rounds at 50m – Standing Post Rest 12 rounds at 50m – Sitting Post Rest More information on Field Rifle Equipment Any .22LR rimfire bolt action sporting type, magazine-fed, fitted with telescopic sight with a magnification of x6 or lower or adjustable to x6 or lower. Dedicated target-type rifles and thumbhole stocks are not permitted. If you do not own your own 22lr Rimfire Rifle, Unfortunatly, Club Rifles are NOT available at the Friday night shoot. It is recommended that you bring at least 100 rounds of .22lr ammunition. This will allow for practice and competition. Ammunition is available for purchase on Saturday from the range shop. Costs Range Fees Comp Fees Practice Fees Total Fees Non-Members (Starting out) $ 5.00 $ 3.00 $ 8.00 SSAA Member (Branch Q01) $ 3.00 $ 3.00 BJTS Member $ 3.00 $ 3.00 Junior Member with ARP $ 3.00 $ 3.00 These fees are applicable to each and every event BJTS Joining Fee $11.00 (Once off, SSAA membership required) Bookings Registrations are to be made in the name of the Junior attending. Any Fees payable are paid on arrival. Requirements Juniors must bring a photo ID with proof of date of birth. (Ages 11-17 inclusive) For the purposes of a Minor attending a shooting range, the following is acceptable photo ID: Australian Passport School ID with Photo JP Certified photo of the child (certification to include Date of Birth). Only original certified photo is accepted Learners Permit/Drivers Licence Photo Identification Card issued by Queensland Transport - provides proof of age for Queenslanders aged 15 years or older Parent/guardian must remain with juniors at all times. Adults bringing juniors who are not the legal parent/guardian must bring a letter from the parent/guardian authorising the junior to attend the range to participate in the shooting activity. Fully Enclosed footwear and hearing protection are also required (both the Juniors and their adult guardian). All range attendance must comply with the SSAA Brisbane Conditions of Range Attendance Attitude Prepared to have a good time and be taught to shoot safely Junior shooters will be provided guidance on- Safe handling of firearms Safety requirements at the range How to shoot from the bench, standing and other shooting positions How to shoot competitions including “Field Rifle” & “Rifle Metallic Silhouette”. Techniques to improve accuracy Competitive level depends on the individual’s choice. A willingness to be well behaved and act in a mature manner is a mandatory requirement. New Shooters Joining the Junior Section. New juniors will not be required to compete in the competitions Transition to competitions once the individual is satisfied with their own ability Additional information Membership of the Sporting Shooters Association of Australia is not initially compulsory for the Junior Target Shooter, however, membership is expected after 3 attendances. The junior must be a member to enter SSAA postal and other major SSAA competitions. If you are interested in joining the Brisbane Junior Target Shooters section please contact ssaabjts@gmail.com for information on how to become a member. To make a bookings please click on the REGISTER button at the top of this page.