Here is the information sheet for the SAFARI RIFLE CHALLENGE...


Safari Rifle Challenge
World Championships in Libby, Montana
Sunday July 10, 2016 8am-4pm


The Event: This is a family oriented shoot featuring both life size and moving targets. It is designed to simulate events encountered on an African Safari. Targets will be scored and times will be announced, but since all prizes are awarded by random drawing, you will be competing purely for the glory of sport! Participants will be expected to cheerfully help with reset of targets, powering the moving targets and any other menial labor that may be necessary for the greater good. Shooters must be at least 18yrs old and must be pre-registered. There is a $20 participation fee which will also entitle you to a commemorative t-shirt.


The Guns: This is a big bore, dangerous game rifle shoot. Essentially .375/9.3 caliber or larger in single shot, bolt action or double rifles. If you have an antique double rifle in a smaller caliber that is capable of taking big game then bring it! Single shot, double barrel or bolt action 10/12/20 gauge guns firing single lead balls or slugs will also be allowed. Sorry, but no handguns, lever action, pump or semi-automatic firearms. You will need about 30 rounds.
ABSOLUTELY NO LIGHT LOADS!

The Rules: All guns will be placed in the racks with actions open. When it is your turn to shoot, you will be directed to get your rifle by the range master. SAFETY AND MUZZLE CONTROL ARE NON-NEGOTIABLE! The start position will generally be low ready with a round in the chamber, finger off the trigger and the safety on, unless otherwise directed by range staff. A range master “PH” will stay beside you at all times while on the course. On most stages, there will be a limited amount of ammunition allowed in your gun when starting the stage, extra rounds will have to be loaded from the belt, pocket, butt stock etc. We reserve the right to change the course of fire based on our disposition, your disposition, untimely demise of the targets, comments from the peanut gallery, weather or whatever other factors may be present. All distances are approximate and subject to change.


The Course of fire: Shooting positions will vary from standing on your hind legs and shooting offhand, to kneeling and seated. Frequently it will be a combination of positions. Some stages may require the use of shooting sticks which will be provided. Many stages will require you to fire at a target, move to another spot, reload and then fire at a second target. All movement will be done with an empty gun and all reloading will be done once you are safely at the next shooting position. If you have any physical issues that preclude a certain activity we will cheerfully accommodate you.


The 10 stage course is specifically designed to NOT favor any particular style of rifle or sight system. Distances will vary between 5 and 75+ yards. Targets will vary from life-size broadside buffalo and elephant heads to clay birds and water jugs.


Location: Libby Shooting Sports Complex on Farm to Market Rd. across from the Libby Airport.

Time: Shooting starts at 8 am SHARP! Please arrive early to check in and get setup. Remember to bring lawn chairs, hat and sunscreen. A food truck will be at the range if you would like to purchase breakfast, lunch or soft drinks. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drinks (NO ALCOHOL ON RANGE PROPERTY).


Please email safaririflechallenge@yahoo.com to sign up or request more information including local lodging options. FYI, space is very limited!

P.S. Come a day early and enjoy the John Michael Montgomery concert on Saturday night.

sounds like a lot of fun. Maybe I can get Mamma to go for the weekend.

Be sure to keep us updated...

Rich

I did this shoot two years ago and I will try to make it again. Absolutely a first class fun shoot with a great group of people in a beautiful setting! Realistic moving targets too! The running Leopard was safe from me, but I at least, hit, the charging Cape Buff. Some great vendors showed up too! I will warn you though, there aint no flies on those Montana Riflemen. Damn Rich, I had to drive over 4000 miles roundtrip to make it, should be a walk in the park for you!

This looks like a hoot

I think I might make it this year!

Are there camp trailer hook ups close by?

There are several campgrounds around town with hookups. Lots of free dry camps along the river.

This is a premier event and Jay does a fantastic job coordinating and making sure everything is perfect! This is a must do event.

Shawn

When/how do we get concert tickets?

send me an email at the address listed above and I will send you an application that also has concert information on it

Looks like a hoot all right, and a nine-hour drive from Salem, Oregon, for a chance to embarrass myself amid wonderful company ...

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Originally posted by Bill/Oregon:
Looks like a hoot all right, and a nine-hour drive from Salem, Oregon, for a chance to embarrass myself amid wonderful company ...

LOL…what could be better than that!

Here is a little something from last year and media from prior events to get any possible fence-sitters to the 2016 event:

2015 Safari Rifle Challenge World Championships: Final Report

2016 Safari Rifle Challenge World Championships-Coming Soon! – Links to media at bottom of article

It has been an honor and our privilege in previous years to assist as a sponsor for this fun filled and exciting event!

Shawn

Another fun day at the Libby Range. Great people
Great fun. I have sent in my paperwork and plan to
be there.
Have shot the 450/400 double the last few years.
Might bring something else this year. Can't wait.

Tetonka
DRSS

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Originally posted by tetonka:
Another fun day at the Libby Range. Great people
Great fun. I have sent in my paperwork and plan to
be there.
Have shot the 450/400 double the last few years.
Might bring something else this year. Can't wait.

Tetonka
DRSS

I'm in as a spectator!
Not a bad drive from Kalispell.

Ski+3

I'm betting that you are going to have a great time!

Shawn

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Originally posted by JCS271:
Here is the information sheet for the SAFARI RIFLE CHALLENGE...


Safari Rifle Challenge
World Championships in Libby, Montana
Sunday July 10, 2016 8am-4pm


The Event: This is a family oriented shoot featuring both life size and moving targets. It is designed to simulate events encountered on an African Safari. Targets will be scored and times will be announced, but since all prizes are awarded by random drawing, you will be competing purely for the glory of sport!

There is a slight possibility that one of my .72-caliber Alex Henry-style muzzleloading cap lock rifles will be ready to go. Since the shoot is fun rather than competitive, would I be able to participate, knowing that where a second shot is part of the "incident," I would have none. While other shooters would not be slowed or delayed, nevertheless, it is a muzzleloader.

Sorry but cartridge rifles only. Additionally , every stage requires at least two or three shots so you would be severely limited.

For me, it's an annual must do event
How is the saying?
" drop your cocks and grab your guns?" and off to Libby we go

Anyway, awesome shoot and great people
Thanks Jay

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Originally posted by Bill/Oregon:
Looks like a hoot all right, and a nine-hour drive from Salem, Oregon, for a chance to embarrass myself amid wonderful company ...

You gotta do it Bill
And don't worry, we all get embarrassed

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Originally posted by Idaho Sharpshooter:
sounds like a lot of fun. Maybe I can get Mamma to go for the weekend.

Be sure to keep us updated...

Rich

No excuses Rich
Just get your ass upthere, it's a blast
My gal loves it
She think the recoil is actually shot of testosterone into a man's body
After each shot, you thump your chest and women just faint...

If your applications are not in by now, it is to late. We are now at full capacity of 70 shooters. Targets are being fine tuned and the sponsors are making final preparations for their booths. See you all soon! JCS

P.S. Our range expansion has been tentatively approved by the forest service and hopefully we will have an additional three ranges on 5 acres by this fall. That would bump our capacity to 150+ shooters for 2017!

Sign me up for next year, Judge. I will be there.

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Originally posted by twoseventy:
Sign me up for next year, Judge. I will be there.

DONE!

app requested

What great fun, I would love to be there but the schedule says different. Hopefully it will be around next year.