Well after about 13 years, the decision has been made to no longer produce the Safari Rifle Challenge.

We have tried hard every year to put on a good, affordable, family friendly shoot with plenty of fun yet challenging scenarios.

However, every year it gets harder and harder to come up with fresh ideas and the costs for everything from targets to T-shirts and food are continuing to climb.

Truthfully, and perhaps most importantly, more than a few of us are simply getting tired, and we are looking forward to other pursuits.

I have spoken with a variety of folks involved in its production and it seems like now is the right time to quietly close this chapter on a positive note instead of allowing the shoot to slowly dwindle away from a lack of quality or participant interest.

I and everyone involved appreciate all the support we have received over these years.

You have truly made all the effort worthwhile.

Sincerely, JCS

I’m sure this was not an easy decision Jay. But understand by observing the work you and many others put into it.
It was awesome and I’ve got great memories.

I completely understand, shooting events are a ton of work. I just got done with a shooting event I put on as a fundraiser for the local 4-H club. This was the 19th year and I joke every time that they are a year apart - so I have time to convince myself to do it again.

Jay, you had a great 13 year run. I made it to three of them and was impressed with what you put together and how professionally they were run.

Jay, thank you and your club members for all of the hard work you guys did to put on these excellent events. It was always a blast !!!

Jay I am sorry to hear that. You guys always put on a fun shoot and I always looked forward to it.
I going to miss that trip to Libby, I thank you for all the years you gave us a great shoot.
Dave Snellstrom

Always wanted to attend. It's a class act putting it to bed while still in its prime.