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Scheels Female-Focused Handgun Education Demo Night

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:39:10 GMT

Scheels will host a female-focused handgun education demo Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The session will run from 4pm to 8pm. You have to preregister through Scheels for this event.

This event is designed as an educational, introductory-style demonstration for women ages 21 and older , with an emphasis on safety, responsible ownership, and informed decision-making. The goal is to provide a comfortable, welcoming environment for attendees who may be new to handguns or looking to learn more in a low-pressure setting.

The demo will focus on:

· Firearm safety culture and range etiquette

· General considerations when selecting a handgun (fit, comfort, ergonomics)

· The importance of training, legal compliance, and safe storage

· Encouraging continued education through certified instruction and range experience

Any firearm interaction will be conducted by qualified staff or instructors in accordance with all applicable laws and your facility’s requirements.

Our intent is to promote responsible participation in the shooting sports while creating an inclusive and respectful experience for female customers.

Additional Information: Melissa Neutman 701-255-7255, Tom Thompson 701-220-4601

Marlin Fried

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 03:30:02 GMT

Dear BMRPA Members,

It is with a heavy heart that I am writing to let all of you know that the BMRPA has lost one of its founding fathers. Marlin Fried, the namesake of the Fried Family Marksmanship Center, passed away this week. He is survived by his wife Leanne, children and grandchildren.

While Marlin has not been active as a shooter with BMRPA for several years, we would still occasionally see him at the outdoor range in his red Chevy pickup, tending to the trees he had planted. In years before, many of you might have known Marlin from Gun City, the shop he started on Main Street in Bismarck. For those of you have never made it to Gun City, it was the type of unique gun store we don’t really get to see anymore.

Not all of the trees at the Fried Family Marksmanship Center were planted by Marlin but a great many of them were. He embodied the spirit of old men planting trees which they will never live to enjoy the shade of.

It was that spirit of providing for future generations and his enthusiasm for marksmanship and firearms ownership that inspired Marlin to donate the land that the Fried Family Marksmanship Center sits on today. The BMRPA, a club founded by competitive shooters coming together never had its own facility before Marlin’s gift. It was that gift by Marlin and the Fried Family that was one of the greatest factors turning the BMRPA into an organization that provides opportunities for competitors, youth and female shooters and provides a space to exercise our freedom. For that gift, we are thankful and appreciate how uncommon an act such as that is.

So, Marlin and the Fried Family, we thank you! We also wish to express our condolences to the Fried family for their loss during this sad time.

A memorial service will be held at 11:30AM on Monday, January 19, 2026, and visitation will be held Sunday, January 18, at 5:30PM at Bismarck Funeral Home, and 7pm prayer service. https://www.bismarckfuneralhome.com/obituaries/marlin-fried

Tom Headrick

President, BMRPA

2025-26 Junior Marksmanship Program

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:47:31 GMT

2025-26 Junior Marksmanship Program

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NEW ROOF IS HERE

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 14:59:05 GMT

New Roof Is here for Indoor Range.

Please be advised that the new roofing materials were delivered on Friday, October 17. The materials will be staged on the west side of the parking lot, adjacent to the indoor range.

To ensure safety and prevent damage, kindly inform visitors not to drive over or park near the roofing panels.

Weather permitting, the contractor is scheduled to begin installation later this week.

During this time, please exercise caution when navigating the parking lot and allow sufficient space for the contractor’s equipment and operations.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Accessibility Sidewalk Project

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:18:52 GMT

Sidewalk Project

To the Membership of BMRPA,

This week a contractor is working on the Sidewalk Accessibility project. He should have the forms ready by tomorrow (Friday, September 26). On Monday, September 29, 2025, he will be placing concrete. We are installing concrete ramps at the north and south entrances of the canopy for easier access to the canopy from the parking lot.

If you are at the outdoor range this weekend - please do NOT walk through the forms setup for the concrete placement. The canopy can be accessed by the North canopy opening (on the north side of the opening). The range will be open for use this weekend, however, there is a match on Saturday.

As stated, hopefully, the contractor will have the concrete placed by Monday and he'll be able to strip forms by Tuesday. Then we'll need to wait another 7 days before the parking pads can be used. The sidewalks should be ready for foot traffic later next week.

In addition, we plan to do some additional landscaping in front of the canopy next week (Sept. 29 - Oct 3). So there might be some intermittent closing of the canopy range next week.

If you have any questions - please call Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601

thank you

Tomt

John Hoflen

Wed, 28 May 2025 14:54:24 GMT

John Hoflen Memorial

Mark Metz 1911 Mini Match Match Results

Wed, 07 May 2025 20:43:35 GMT

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We had 17 shooters. Top 3 for the 3 stage match were:

Colby Waterworth

Jon Paul

Mark Metz

Full match results can be found here:

https://practiscore.com/results/new/284138

But the main event was the accuracy contest.

Round 1 was shooting at a 4 inch plate, and that eliminated about 1/3 of the field.

Round 2 was shooting at a 1 inch paster, and that narrowed it down to Colby and Jon.

A 1 shot head to head gave us our winner of the Golden 1911 trophy - Jon Paul.

Mark Metz 1911 Mini Match

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 16:32:03 GMT

Mark Metz 1911 Mini Match

Introducing, the Mark Metz 1911 Mini-Match, featuring 1911s only (well, unless you only have a 2011)

It is the pistol most of us own, has a super cool history, and sadly for most of us, carries more dust than recent memories. So, here is a chance for all of us to break out our favorite gun that we rarely shoot.

* We’ll treat this as a match, but it will be far more casual than a traditional match. Consider it to be more like a car show where we get to check out 1911s and shoot them as well.

* The match will be conducted using USPSA rules and Hit Factor scoring (time and accuracy), but won’t be registered as an USPSA match. We’ll follow USPSA rules for the single stack division (see highlights below), but don’t stress about this. If your 1911 doesn’t meet those regulations, you can shoot in the 2011/1911 Outlaw division. This is just for fun.

* As time allows, we will have 3 small stages with very limited movement, and one accuracy contest. You don’t need to move fast, walking is fine. These will require FAR less quick movements than a standard USPSA match.

* This match will start after we finish our standard USPSA match. We expect to start at about 1:45 to 2pm, please start showing up at 1:15-1:30pm. This will be a short match, we’ll be done by approximately 4 pm.

* We are limiting the match to 22 shooters to ensure we don’t go over 2.5 hours. Register on Practiscore.com. Match name is "2025 Mark Metz 1911 mini-match". If you prefer, you do not need to use the Practiscore website. Simply contact Brian Stonecipher at brianstone00@yahoo.com or 218-779-7802. Cost is $10.

https://practiscore.com/2025-mark-metz-1911-mini-match/register

* For those of us that are shooting both the morning USPSA and the Mark Metz 1911 match, we will have pizza in between the matches.

* Why is this mini-match named after Mark Metz? Because years ago, single stack was a popular division and Mark showed up with his trusty 1911. Today, almost every Action Pistol shooter is running with a high capacity 9mm and a red dot. But, Mark remains loyal to his 1911, shooting 45 ACP lead bullets that also kick out a Civil War era cloud of smoke. So, here’s to you Mark, King of the 1911s.

Brian Stonecipher: 218-779-7802

Mountain Man shoot Saturday March 22

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 21:49:38 GMT

Mountain Man shoot Saturday March 22

Howdy folks the Dakota RoughRiders will be hosting a Mountain Man shoot, Saturday March 22 sight in starts at 10 am. When a relay is full we will start the competition, this is big boar calibers all open sights. Burgers and beans will be served during awards rules. Distances are below.

Hope to see you there!!!

Von Bismarck Winner

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 17:55:47 GMT

The winner of the 61st Annual Von Bismarck is Travis Jorgenson. pictured here with his coach Grace.

Range Safety Manual Updates

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:12:57 GMT

Updates

Dear BMRPA Membership,

The BMRPA Chief Range Safety Officer, Laurie Linz has prepared updates to the range safety manual.

Attached are 4 revised red-line documents including the BMRPA Association Manual, Indoor Facility Operation Manual, Outdoor Facility Operation Manual and the combined Indoor/Outdoor Certification Form. Additions are in red. Deletions are in red strike-through.

If you wish to provide constructive input, please email your comments to bmrpachiefrso@gmail.com

Please include your comment(s) with the manual name, page number, the section number and other identifying information. (example: typo in Outdoor manual. page 4, VII. N. 3. B. Cutoff date for submitting input will be 11.16.2024.The revisions will be discussed and voted on at the November 18 BMRPA meeting. Please provide any input prior to the November meeting. Thank you.

Tom Headrick

President, BMRPA

Click below:

Indoor and Outdoor Range Certification

BMRPA Outdoor Facility Manual

BMRPA Indoor Facility Manual

BMRPA Association Operation Manual

25th Annual Sight-In Days - October 5 and 6

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 00:29:17 GMT

Join us for our 25th Annual Sight-IN Days

This Event is free and open to members and non members. Come out to sight in your rifles before opening day.

Outdoor Range Maintenance on Silhouette Berms - Friday, Aug 2

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 22:19:05 GMT

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The Outdoor Range will be closed on Friday, August 2, 2024, from 9am - 12 noon for maintenance on the Silhouette Rifle Berms. This is in preparation for the Silhouette State Championship events that will be held on Saturday and Sunday, August 3 and 4, 2024.

thank you

BMRPA

Range Closed 7/30 Until 12 PM

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 01:36:12 GMT

Firing from the Main canopy area will be closed Tuesday (July 30, 2024) in the morning till noon for maintenance on the main range road. The main canopy will open again at Noon.

Thank you

BMRPA

July 2024 USPSA Match

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 00:56:16 GMT

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Range Closed For Maintenance

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 04:45:38 GMT

Outdoor Range Closed for Maintenance

The outdoor range will be closed Friday, July 5, 2024, from 1pm till approximately 5pm for range maintenance in order to prepare for the upcoming Long Rang and High Power matches on July 6 and 7. The range will be open till noon for open shooting and reopen after 5pm for open shooting.

Club members will be mowing, working on the High Power target carriers in the pits and other maintenance activities. Long Range Targets will also be calibrated (firing from 1000 yards) for the long range match on Sunday, July 7.

The entire range will be closed during target calibration – approximately 4pm – 5pm on Friday, July 5, 2024

If you have any questions or would like to volunteer – please contact Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601.

Thank you

Tom Thompson

Range Rules

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 19:11:52 GMT

New Range Rules

BMRPA Members,

New rules for the indoor and outdoor range have been approved by BMRPA. Please read over them. They are available here on the website.

Thank you.

Tom Headrick

President, BMRPA

BMRPA Indoor Range Certification Form

BMRPA Outdoor Range Certification Form

BMRPA Indoor Facility Manual

BMRPA Outdoor Facility Manual

BMRPA Association Operation Manual

Haying at the Outdoor Range

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 19:11:25 GMT

Haying Operations at the the Outdoor Range

Haying operations at the outdoor range will start on Tuesday, June 25. If the weather cooperates they can usually finish in a couple days.

Please plan accordingly.

If you have any questions, please call Tom Thompson (701-220-4601)

thank you

BMRPA

Action Pistol May 4, 2024

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 19:20:52 GMT

May 4th 2024 Match

May 4 was the last indoor match for the winter season for Action Pistol Shooting.

Full results can be found here:

Practiscore - BisMan Action Shooters May 4 2024

Top 3 overall:

Colby Waterworth. Limited Optics.

Paul Hamers. Limited.

Rob Olson. Carry Optics.

Next match is July 20.

Outdoor Range Maintenance

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 19:20:26 GMT

Range Closed for Outdoor Range Maintenance

The outdoor range will be closed Friday, June 7, 2024, from 12 Noon till approximately 5pm for range maintenance in order to prepare for the upcoming Long Range State Championship (June 8 and 9). The range will be open till noon for open shooting and reopen after 5pm for open shooting.

Club members will be mowing, working on the High Power target carriers in the pits and other maintenance activities.

The Action Area will remain open during this time. However, please check with individuals doing maintenance before using the Action Area.

If you have any questions or would like to volunteer – please contact Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601.

Thank you

Tom Thompson

Notes from the President

Fri, 24 May 2024 19:55:09 GMT

Notes from the President

Note To The BMRPA Membership:

Please review the following documents by clicking on the link. They are proposed documents that would constitute the new rules for the indoor and outdoor ranges. I think you will find, other than the format, the proposed rules are very similar to the current rules. They will likely be brought up for action at a club meeting in the near future. The next club meeting will be June 17th at the Bismarck Eagles Club at 7pm. Please attend, I'd be grateful to have everyone there.

Association Operation Manual

Outdoor Facility Operation Manual

Indoor Facility Operation Manual

Outdoor Range Certification

Indoor Range Certification

If you have not received emails from any BMRPA email accounts in the last 120 days, which are now Gmail accounts, please check your junk mail folder and also please feel free to email me at bmrpapresident@gmail.com or Al Schirado at BRMPAmembership@gmail.com to update any contact information.

Tom Headrick

President, BMRPA

IHMSA 5/26/2024 match is Cancelled

Sat, 18 May 2024 03:31:08 GMT

5/26/2024 IHMSA match is Cancelled

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Cancelled Thursday outdoor 22 BPCRA Match 5/9/2024

Wed, 08 May 2024 20:47:50 GMT

Cancelled BPCRA Match 5/9/2024

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April Action Pistol

Tue, 07 May 2024 17:15:50 GMT

April Action Pistol

The winter season's penultimate Action Pistol Shooting match was April 20. We had 4 stages and 19 shooters.

Results can be found here: https://www.practiscore.com/results/html/426d2d6c-6719-4ce6-94a4-82e14ebd9cda?page=overall-combined

Next match is May 4.

2024 Family Day

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 19:19:35 GMT

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Hit Factor Action Pistol Shooting Match on March 16

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 20:30:38 GMT

BMRPA hosted a Hit Factor Action Pistol Shooting Match on March 16. We had 25 shooters from Bismarck, Mandan, Thief River Falls, Warroad, Dickinson and Minot.

The scores are posted to Practiscore.com, here is the link:

https://www.practiscore.com/results/new/236830

Next match is April 20

USPSA February 17, 2024

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 14:59:31 GMT

USPSA February 17th 2024

Feb 17, 2024 we saw 20 shooters for our Hit Factor style Action Pistol Shooting match. Shooters arrived from Bismarck, Napoleon, Valley City, Minot, Steele, and Thief River Falls.

The full scores are posted to Practiscore.com, here is the link to that page:

https://www.practiscore.com/results/new/40e2fe56-afde-4e3b-8913-a1312b77aa98

Top shooters for each division or category:

Carry Optics: Martin Smith (Minot)

Open: James Goldade (from Bismarck, shooting a DR920)

Limited: Daniel Cote

Production: Wes Harvey (Steele)

Single Stack: Mark Metz (Napoleon)

Limited Optics: Nick Walden (Valley City)

High Junior: Adi Oza

High Senior: Brian Stonecipher (Bismarck, STI Edge 2011)

High Super Senior: Mark Metz (Napoleon)

Next match is March 16

USPSA January 27 2024

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January 27th 2024

Jan 27 was our 1st match of 2024, and our first match using Hit Factor scoring rules. We had 28 shooters from Bismarck, Driscoll, Minot, Napoleon, Thief River Falls, and Minot.

The scores are posted to Practiscore.com, here is the link to the page for all of the match results:
https://www.practiscore.com/results/new/40dac6aa-3a1e-48ce-ada1-87f4ee096042

Here’s a quick summary:

Top 5 overall:
Martin Smith (Carry Optics)
Travis Friesz (Limited)

Colby Waterworth (Ltd Optics)
Grant Bouley (Carry Optics)

Carter Martelle (Carry Optics)

Top shooters for each division or category:

Open : Drew Knutson (from Bismarck, shooting a Glock 35); Chad Stewart (Bismarck, Tanfolio)
Limited : Travis Friesz (Bismarck, STI 2011 Edge); Jordan Woroniecki (Bismarck, Beretta 92X); Brian Stonecipher (Bismarck, STI 2011 Edge)
Limited Optics : Colby Waterworth (Thief River Falls); Jason Sullivan (Minot, DWX)
Single Stack: Jon Paul (Bismarck, SA 1911); Delmer Dyk (Bismarck); Mark Metz (Napoleon)
Carry Optics : Martin Smith (Minot, Tanfolio); Grant Bouley (Bismarck, Sig P320); Carter Martelle (Minot, Phoenix Arms Redback)
High Law Enforcement : Jon Labr (Staccato C2)
High Senior : Brian Stonecipher
High Super Senior : Larry Manning

Next match is Feb 17

Cowboy Match for Feb 3rd Cancelled

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 21:34:06 GMT

Cowboy Match for Feb 3rd is Cancelled

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Fri, 06 Oct 2023 16:34:13 GMT

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Military and Lever Action match has been cancelled

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 21:10:26 GMT

We decided that rather than fight the rain and mud at the target berms that we would cancel the Military and Lever Action match for Sunday the 24th.

Farmer Working at Outdoor Range

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 21:10:59 GMT

Note To Members,

There will be on-going farming activities around the outdoor range for the next week or so. The farmer is currently cutting the crop (as of Friday, September 15, 2023). He’ll then have to turn the rows to dry, bale and then haul the bales away. Make sure you check downrange (drive up to the 1000 yard berm on the east side of the range) before doing any shooting.

thank you

BMRPA

ND State Rifle Silhouette Match this weekend

Sat, 05 Aug 2023 21:11:20 GMT

A reminder of the match this weekend.

Small bore rifle Saturday starting at 10 am

Highpower rifle Sunday starts at 9am

Action Pistol Shooting news

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 21:14:20 GMT

1. MINOT Match this weekend.

In case you haven’t seen it yet, Minot is hosting a unique Level I match. Here’s the details.

Level I.

Sunday July 9

$50 entry fee

100% payout

Winners at the top of each division will win cold hard cash. Number of winners depends on number of shooters in that division.

9 stages

Lunch is included. BBQ.

Cold water available at most stages

2. CZ Shadow 2 for sale.

Rob Olson is selling his CZ. Check out the attached and contact Rob direct if you are interested.

– Brian for BisMan Action Shooters

Outdoor range – Silhouette berm maintenance

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 21:18:55 GMT

“Notice to Membership,

The outdoor range will be closed for shooting on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, from 10am – 2pm for silhouette berm maintenance. If you want to shoot in the Action Shooting Area – please confirm with those doing maintenance before shooting in the Action Area.

In addition, the farmer doing haying activities may still be baling hay and/or hauling hay this week (July 2 – July 7). He may be downrange of the main firing canopy. If so – please give him right-of-way so he can finish haying activities.

thank you

BMRPA Board”

Bisman Action Shooters

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 21:30:00 GMT

June 24 was supposed to be our first outdoor match of the season, but Mother Nature had other ideas. We quickly changed to indoors and had 20 shooters.

The scores are posted to Practiscore.com, here is the link to the page for all of the June 24 match results:

https://practiscore.com/results/new/208721

Here’s a quick summary:

Top shooters for each division or category:

Open: Matt Siblbernagel (from Bismarck, shooting a Sig 320)

Limited: Travis Friesz (Bismarck, STI Edge)

Limited 10: Kris Hexom (Bismarck)

Production: Dan Brown (Dickinson)

Revolver: Kim Parson (Bismarck/Phoenix)

High Law Enforcement AND High Super Senior: Dan Brown

High Senior: Roger Lawyer (Bismarck)

Next match is July 22

Hay operations at the outdoor range will be extended beyond Saturday.

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 21:22:23 GMT

the farmer doing haying activities may still be baling hay and/or hauling hay this week (July 2 – July 7). He may be downrange of the main firing canopy. If so – please give him right-of-way so he can finish haying activities.

thank you

BMRPA Board”

USPSA Action Pistol Moved

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 21:37:33 GMT

The Saturday June 24 USPSA Action Pistol Shooting match has been moved to the indoor range.

9:30 registration

10:00 start

Thanks.

– Brian

Bismarck Rifle Silhouette Match Canceled This Weekend

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 21:38:43 GMT

All,

Sorry to inform you that I need to cancel the silhouette match this weekend (June 24 & 25). Unfortunately I need to be out of town and Tim Frank has a flooded basement that he needs to take care of. We will see you at the ND State Championship on August 5 & 6.

The outdoor range will be closed Friday, May 26, 2023, from 9am till approximately 1pm for maintenance

Thu, 25 May 2023 13:54:43 GMT

“The outdoor range will be closed Friday, May 26, 2023, from 9am till approximately 1pm for maintenance on the high power target carriers damaged from snow and ice load from last winter. The range will be open for shooting after 1pm.

The Action Area will remain open during this time. However, please check with individuals doing maintenance before using the Action Area.

If you have any questions or would like to volunteer – please contact Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601. We can use some skilled metal workers and welders for this effort.”

Outdoor Range Maintenance – Range Closed Until 1PM

Tue, 16 May 2023 13:56:17 GMT

The outdoor range will be closed Friday, May 19, 2023, from 9am till approximately 1pm for range maintenance. The range will be open for shooting after 1pm.

Large animal silhouettes will be moved to the big silhouette berms (200, 300, 385 and 500 meters). In addition, Handgun Silhouette targets will be tested and adjusted, so the match director may need to close the range and go down range at times to adjust the silhouette targets after 1pm.

Note to Club Members: The Action Area will close while silhouettes are moved to the silhouette impact berms since individuals will be downrange beyond 200 yards.

Ray Utter 701-595-1136, John Horner 701-426-9305

Action Pistol – UPDATE for May 8, 2010

Fri, 05 May 2023 21:05:00 GMT

Because of the weather forecast, the May 8 Action Pistol match will be held at the indoor range.

“Wind Clinic – Friday, April 5, 2023

Tue, 02 May 2023 13:57:58 GMT

We will have a High Power Rifle clinic for those interested in this Shooting Sports Discipline on Friday, May 5, 2023, at the Outdoor Range. Anyone is welcome to attend. The range will open at 3:00pm for target set-up and shooting from the 600 yard line and also from 200 and 300 yards from under the canopy.

At 5pm we’ll have a short powerpoint session on wind reading in the clubhouse. Tom Headrick will give the presentation.

After the session in the club house we’ll return to the 600 yard line and do some shooting and put our wind reading skills to work. Depending on the available time, we will then move back to the 1000 yard line.

We will be using Shot Marker style electronic targets for the clinic. Shot Markers record the location of the shot fired on the target, the value of the shot and also the velocity of the shot, average velocity of the shot string and standard deviation of the shot string. A note about electronic targets – bullet velocities must be above approximately 1300 fps at target in order to register hits on the target. So be sure to check the ballistics of your ammunition.

Participants should bring a Smartphone or, preferably an ipad or tablet (to view the shots). Also bring a good quality spotting scope (with stand) to use for wind reading.

NOTE TO CLUB MEMBERS: The Action Area will remain open until we move back to the 1000 yard firing berm. The main firing canopy and the Action Shooting Area will close when we move back to the 1000 yard firing line.

If you have any questions please call Tom Headrick at 701-741-5133 or Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601.”

Swap Meet

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 14:04:12 GMT

Please note that the indoor range will be open at the 50 meter line during the swap meet to rim-fire arms only!

Family Days Planning Meeting

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 14:05:17 GMT

“Family Fun Days is an annual event the BMRPA and Missouri Valley Shooting Sports Association (MVSSA) hosts for Families to come out and experience shooting different types of firearms – many for their first time.

This is a FREE event and we always need volunteers to help make this event fun and safe for all attending.

This meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 4, 2023, is the first meeting of the year to start the planning of Family Days. The meeting will start at 7:00pm. The meeting will be held at the indoor range.

If this is something that you would be interested in – please stop in and join us.

For more info you can call or email:

Jeff Bourgois 701-426-6966

docsyn59@gmail.com

Ryan Saville 701-391-3177

bmrpaoutreach@gmail.com“

Junior Club Championship reschedule

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 15:08:01 GMT

“The Bismarck/Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association’s 2023 Junior Club Championship has been rescheduled from Saturday, March 18 to Thursday, March 16, 2023.

If you have any questions – please contact Tom Thompson at tthompson4895@gmail.com

Rough Rider meeting

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 15:16:59 GMT

There will be a Rough Rider meeting at the indoor range on Saturday February 4th before our monthly shoot . Meeting at 11:00am shooting at 12:00 noon

Thanks Rip

BMRPA Annual Meeting

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 15:14:47 GMT

Monday, January 16, 2023

The Bismarck/Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association will hold its annual meeting on Monday, January 16, 2023. The meeting will be held at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center (our indoor range – NOT the Eagles Club ). The meeting will start at 7:00PM.

Discipline Chairs – please have your annual reports ready to present at the annual meeting.

There will be an Election of Officers at the meeting.

We will also discuss upcoming club activities for 2023.

Please renew your 2023 membership if you haven’t done so already.

Range certifications and 2023 gate keys will be issued after the meeting (approximately 8:30pm).

Please attend.

Thank you.

BMRPA Board”

New Years Eve Celebration at the Indoor Range

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 15:21:11 GMT

“The Dakota Rough Riders will sponsor our annual Open House at the Indoor Range on Saturday, December 31, 2022. Time of the event is 6pm – 9pm. There will be a potluck supper and shooting from the 50 foot line plus some different target games. The firing line will open at 6pm. Members and Non-Members are invited to attend.

In addition, Sam and Tom will be set up to take 2023 membership renewals and new memberships. Gate keys (2023) will be issued for the outdoor range. Sam and Tom will be there from 4pm – 6pm. If we have enough time – we will also do outdoor range certifications for new members for the outdoor range.

Please join us for a fun evening at the indoor range on New Year’s Eve.

If you have questions about the potluck dinner or the shooting events – call Rip at 223-3085.

If you have questions concerning memberships and keys – please contact Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601.

Thank you“

Additional Cancellations and a later start for Saturday’s USPSA Match

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 15:22:09 GMT

“Additional Weather Cancellations – Due to the storm this week – shooting activities scheduled at the indoor range are CANCELLED for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (December 14, 15 and 16).

In addition, the USPSA match will be held on Saturday (December 17) – but the match will start at 1:00pm.

We will try to have the parking lot cleaned on Saturday morning.

thank you

BMRPA Board”

Weather cancellations

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 15:24:56 GMT

“Weather Cancellations – Due to the impending storm this week – shooting activities scheduled for tomorrow (Tuesday, Dec 13) at the indoor range are CANCELLED.

Indoor range events scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday may be cancelled, therefore please contact the Range Office before traveling to the range on Wednesday or Thursday. Their contact information is on the calendar page.

The Military/Lever Action Silhouette match schedule for this Saturday (December 17) at the outdoor range is cancelled.

Tom Thompson will send out a separate email to juniors concerning the Thursday evening Junior program.

thank you

BMRPA Board”

Action Pistol Shooting cancellation

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 15:26:34 GMT

Gents,

I had to cancel this Saturday’s Action Pistol Match. Laurie is out of town, Travis is hunting, and I am at day 6 of Covid. I think I’ll feel good enough by Saturday to run it, but also feel that would be irresponsible of me. I really don’t want to be the guy who gives this to someone else.

– Brian Stonecipher 218-779-7802

Notice: 2023 BMRPA Membership Renewal and Outdoor Range Keys

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 15:27:55 GMT

It’s time to renew your 2023 Bismarck/Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association membership. 2023 Memberships will be available at the next club meeting on November 21, 2022, at the Eagle Club in east Bismarck. The monthly meeting starts at 7:00pm. Range certifications and new keys for outdoor range will be issued at the meeting at approximately 8:00pm. PLEASE hold onto your old key until new locks go on the gate on or about January 1, 2023. After that time old gate keys can be turned in at the indoor range (there will be a bucket in the kitchen for the old gate keys).

For new club members that joined after July 1, 2022 – don’t forget to pick up your 2023 gate key. For new members that joined after July 1, 2022, you’ll need to show your membership card in order to pick up your 2023 gate key.

If you can’t make it to the meeting, you can fill out a club membership application form (this can be found under the Membership Banner on the BMRPA website – then “download and complete our membership form”). Mail the completed application along with your check to BMRPA, PO Box 682, Bismarck, ND, 58502.

You will be mailed a membership card and your membership status will be noted on the Associations’ membership list. Please allow 1 or 2 weeks to process the membership applications.

New outdoor range keys will ONLY be issued to current members.

As always, new members can apply using the online application on the website. Mail in the application and appropriate funds to the club’s post office box listed above.

If you are a new member, please attend the monthly club meeting. A short range certification is required before obtaining your range key. Range certifications are conducted at every monthly meeting (the 3rd Monday of the month) and each Thursday (except for holidays) at the indoor range.

If you have questions concerning your current or expired membership – contact Al Schirado at membership@bmrpa.org

Thank you.

Couples / Team Shooting Night October 22, 2022 5pm-8pm

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 14:31:08 GMT

Couples / Team Shooting Night

Cost:

Adults: $80.00 Per couple (or Duo) under 18 (must have parent/Guardian Present)

Limit 6 Couples/Teams

Firearms and Ammunition will be supplied to you for this event. You can bring you own firearms and ammunition if you wish (no magnums).

You do not have to be a “Couple” to attend this course. It is for any 2 people that would like to come out and shoot and have a good time. Please join us for a fun night at the range.

Program: This fun and exciting event will start with a short presentation in the classroom on safe firearms handling, the five fundamentals of shooting, Range Safety & Rules. Classroom instruction will be followed by a live fire hands on experience (with personal instruction) from our range staff in the “16 lane state of art indoor shooting range”. The live fire will start with stationary firing to ensure safe handling of all firearms. The second part of the live fire event will be moving from station to station set up around the range. You will be timed during this event so bring your competitive spirit.

We recommend bringing your own hearing protection (ear muffs) and eye protection (however we can provide them if you do not have them).

Contact: Kim (701) 214-0841, Jeff (701)224-0797 Jen (701) 214-0848

23rd Annual Sight-In Days – October 1 and 2, 2022.

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 14:35:31 GMT

“The BMRPA will hold its 23rd Annual Sight-In Days at the outdoor range on October 1 and 2, 2022. This is a public event however, Association members are welcome to attend. Please give right-of-way to non-club members. Bring a friend along.”

Thanks BMRPA”

Outdoor Range Use this weekend – September 9, 10 and 11

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 14:37:49 GMT

NOTE TO CLUB MEMBERS: This coming Fridays, Saturday and Sunday (September 9, 10 and 11, 2022) the BMRPA is hosting a Long Range Regional Championship. This match has been an annual event held at our outdoor range since 2004. Since firing will be done behind the main firing line canopy – the main firing line canopy and the Action Shooting area will be closed during this event. However, the main firing line canopy and the Action Shooting area will re-open at the conclusion of firing, and after the target pits (target area) are secured each day – approximately 4 – 5:00pm on Friday and Saturday and approximately 2 -3pm on Sunday. Times may vary depending on weather conditions – for example, if there is a rain delay, the match will run later in the day. The range will not be open in the morning since match personnel and club members will be downrange setting up for the match. If you have any questions, please contact Tom Thompson at 220-4601. Thank you.

Lost spotting scope

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 14:48:44 GMT

“A Vortex spotting scope was left at the outdoor range on a Thursday evening a couple weeks ago – if you hear of anything – please contact me (Tom Thompson) or Matt Weigel – thanks – description follows –

Vortex diamond back 20-60 × 85mm lens. Angle eye piece. Has a short tripod attached”

Outdoor Range Maintenance

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 15:39:08 GMT

“Note to the Membership – The outdoor range will be closed on Wednesday, August 10 and Thursday, August 18 for mowing, weed control and mower maintenance from 9am – 2pm.

Please note – Ray plans to mow and spray weeds downrange on Thursday, Aug 18, first so the 22BPCR Rimfire match can proceed as scheduled at Noon.

In addition – please do NOT mow for 2 days after weed spraying. If you have to mow an area – contact Ray first to discuss the areas he sprayed so these areas do not get mowed.

thanks

Tomt”

Notice – Thursday, July 28, 2022

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 15:40:55 GMT

On Thursday, July 28. We will be working on some weed control on the berms from 50 meters out to 200 meters. Work will start at 7:30 am and continue until 22 BPCR practise begins at noon. Shooting will be closed while we work downrange and reopen at noon. If you want to shoot in the Cowboy annex during that time, please check with us first.

Thank you for your cooperation. John Horner

Closed for Mowing at the Outdoor range

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 15:43:25 GMT

“To the Membership,

The outdoor range will be closed Wednesday, July 6, from 7am till 2pm for mowing.

Thank you,

Tom Thompson”

No Long Range Monday Evening

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 18:58:17 GMT

“Note to the Members – there will be no long range shooting (1000 yards) this Monday evening – the 4th of July. Happy Independence Day everyone.”

Thanks – and have a happy 4th

Tomt

Family Days

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 18:59:37 GMT

Varmint Benchrest Matches

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 19:02:46 GMT

Varmint Benchrest Category Addition

A request was made to add another firearm category to our Varmint Benchrest matches. The request was to add rimfire 17HMR & rimfire 22 Magnum to our matches. I do not have these calibers in my gun inventory so I don’t know what range (100 or 200 yard) we should shoot these at so if you have these calibers bring them along to the next match which will be June 25th. We will set up some targets at both ranges and see what works.

Doug Kitzan, Match Director

Opportunity to fire on E-Targets this Friday

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 19:04:06 GMT

“Note to the Membership – This weekend (June 11 and 12, 2022), BMRPA will host the 2022 North Dakota Long Range State Championship.

On Friday, June 10, we plan to set up e-targets in order to prepare for the weekend event. We intend to have the target set up completed around 5PM. The range may be SHUT DOWN for about an hour on Friday afternoon to set up and calibrate the targets. After the targets are ready (around 5PM) – the range will be open for practice firing from the 600 yard line. We will close down firing on the e-targets around 8pm.

Club members are invited to come out and try out the e-targets. If you never seen e-targets in action – I would encourage you to come out and take a look at this. If you would like to shoot – please make sure you have a least a 200 yard zero. Ammunition should be above trans-sonic velocity at target (approximately 1300 fps – sorry – no Blackpowder cartridge ammo). Also, bring a good shooting rest. E-targets have external microphone that can be damaged (or destroyed) by bullet strikes – so a good zero and a good rest is required.

Bring your smart phone or preferably a tablet (ipad, etc). You do not need a app to make this work on your phone/tablet.

E-targets have a series of microphones (the Shot Marker brand uses 8 microphones) that triangulate the shock wave from the bullet at target. The shot is then plotted on a simulated target displayed on your phone or tablet. The e-target also shows the score of the hit, bullet velocity and standard deviation velocity of the series of shots.

Anyone is more than welcome to check zeros and do some practice firing. Practice firing will probably be done from the 600 yard line (since the rest of the range will NOT be closed on Friday). However, if there are no objections from other members using the range – we MIGHT be able to shoot from 1000 yards.

We ask for a free will donation of $5 to help pay for target costs (repair centers, etc.).

If you have any questions – please contact Tom Thompson

Thank you

Tom Thompson

701-220-4601″

Maintenance Friday – June 3, 2022

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 19:07:48 GMT

“The outdoor range will be closed Friday, June 3, 2022, from 9am till approximately 1pm for range maintenance in order to prepare for the upcoming Lever Action State Championship (June 4 and 5) and also the Long Range State Championship (June 11 and 12). The range will be open for shooting after 1pm.

Club members will be mowing, working on the High Power target pit carriers, welding and leveling silhouette rails and welding silhouette animals.

The Action Area will remain open during this time. However, please check with individuals doing maintenance before using the Action Area.

If you have any questions or would like to volunteer – please contact Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601.

Thank you

Tom Thompson”

2022 North Dakota Lever Action State Championship

Thu, 26 May 2022 19:13:36 GMT

“The match program 2022 North Dakota Lever Action State Championship follows below. This event will be held at the Bismarck/Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association’s outdoor range the weekend of June 4 and 5, 2022. Contact Tom Liebel for additional information and to reserve your firing spot. Tom’s contact information is include in the match program. Thank you Tom Liebel”

2022 Lever Action Silhouette Rifle, ND State Championship

Lever Action Silhouette Rifle (centerfire)

Pistol Cartridge Lever Action Silhouette Rifle

Smallbore Lever Action Silhouette Rifle

Sponsored by: Bismarck Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association and the North Dakota Shooting Sports

Association

Date: June 4&5, 2022

Registration: Starts at 9:00 am CDT closes at 10:00 am, shooting starts when 2 relays are filled.

Range location: 13839 262 St SE, Moffit, ND, 58580

From Moffit, ND, 3.5 miles west on Moffit Road to 262nd Street then 1.7 miles south on 262nd Street.

Entry Fee: $15.00 for each gun

Open to any responsible shooter and all match officials. Shooters may enter 1, 2 or all 3 matches. North

Dakota residents must be a member of the North Dakota Shooting Sports Association. Membership

applications will be available at the match. This is to be eligible for state awards.

NRA Silhouette classes and rules will apply.

Empty chamber indicators are required. They will be available for $1.00.

Ties will be decided according to NRA rules.

Awards: High Overall North Dakota Resident and member of the North Dakota Shooting Sports

Association for each rifle will be awarded a State Champion Trophy on site and a plaque from the NDSSA

will be awarded at the annual banquet. Pins will be given to the top shooter in each classification.

Classifications with less than three shooters will be combined. Pins will be given to the winner of each

animal.

Smallbore Rifle will be shot in the morning of June 5 with Pistol Cartridge Rifle immediately following.

Lever Action (centerfire) will be shot on June 6. Sighting shots will be allowed 15 minutes prior to each

match.

Course of fire: 10 rounds will be fired at each animal, 40 shots each match:

Smallbore: Chickens at 40 meters, Pigs at 50 meters, Turkeys at 75 meters, Rams at 100 meters.

Pistol Cartridge: Chickens at 40 meters, Pigs at 50 meters, Turkeys at 75 meters, Rams at 100 meters.

Centerfire: Chickens at 50 meters, Pigs at 100 meters, Turkeys at 150 meters, Rams at 200 meters.

General info: Bring your own lunch and refreshment. There is primitive camping available on range (call

for key). There is an outhouse and potable water available.

For additional information Contact: Match Director

Tom Liebel

doubleluckranch@gmail.com

701-226-3620

June Bismarck Silhouette Program

Tue, 24 May 2022 19:14:19 GMT

A reminder for June silhouette match in Bismarck.

June 25- Smallbore Rifle Silhouette registration starts at 1:00 pm match starts at 2:00 pm

June 26-Highpower Rifle Silhouette registration starts at 8:00am match starts at 9:00 am

Outdoor Range Maintenance

Wed, 18 May 2022 19:17:19 GMT

The outdoor range will be closed Friday, May 20, 2022, from 12 Noon till approximately 5pm for range maintenance. The range will be open for shooting after 5pm. However, Handgun Silhouette targets will be adjusted, so the match director may need to go down range at times to adjust the silhouette targets after 5pm.

For More information contact Ray Utter 701-595-1136

The Action Area will remain open during this time.

Message to the membership

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 19:21:12 GMT

Dear BMRPA Members,

I went to the outdoor range last Friday afternoon and took some pictures. It’s a little disappointing but it will improve. Thank you for your patience in not making much of an impact on the range while it’s a sloppy mess.

The High Power matches scheduled for the outdoor range this weekend (April 30 and May 1) are cancelled due to the wet range conditions.

However, since this weekend’s events are cancelled, we’ve decided to put on a “Mini-Clinic” in the classroom at the indoor range at 1pm on Saturday, April 30th. This will be about High Power shooting but we are also going to discuss the AR15, maintenance, cleaning and other details. PLEASE JOIN US EVEN IF YOU ARE NOT A HIGH POWER SHOOTER BUT ARE JUST INTERESTED IN GETTING AN AR15 OR HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT YOURS. We hope to talk about troubleshooting, setup and shooting the AR. If anyone wants to learn to shoot with a sling, we will talk about that too. No need to bring your rifle and we ask that participants leave a free will donation for the High Power program.

We will have one 22 long rifle service rifle trainer and a couple 22 long rifle carbines. We will also go over High Power competition details like scoring, equipment and maybe loading. If you have a question, we’ll try to answer it.

Please come and join us, I would like to see some non-High Power shooters.

Thank you.

Tom Headrick

President BMRPA”

Outdoor Range Conditions and upcoming outdoor events

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 19:20:15 GMT

“To the Membership,

As you all probably know – the outdoor range is very wet – please limit your use of the outdoor facilities until things dry up a bit.

If you are planning to attend some outdoor events in May – be sure to contact the Match Director before attending so you know if the event will take place. Match Director contact information can be found on the website calendar. Click on the event on the calendar and additional match information including the Match Directors contact information should pop up on your screen.

It’s been a wet….Spring…hopefully things will begin to improve soon.

thank you

BMRPA Board”

22 BPCR Will meet next week on Tuesday the 26th, at the indoor range. Noon.

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 19:23:48 GMT

22 BPCR Will meet next week on Tuesday the 26th, at the indoor range. Noon.

3 lever gun NRA approved silhouette matches are Cancelled

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 19:23:05 GMT

We are canceling the 3 lever gun nra approved silhouette matches april 23&24 do to range conditions and weather forecast.

thanks Tom L

22BPCR – Cancelled

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 19:24:31 GMT

Due to the buried and generally sloppy condition of the outdoor range 22BPCR practice matches scheduled for April 21 and April 28 are cancelled.

We will shoot indoors on April 19 at noon, ending up around 2:30.

The.22 lr br 50 practice on Friday has been canceled

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 19:25:43 GMT

Contact Jim Vollmer with any questions

Indoor Range closed on Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 19:35:03 GMT

“Due to the possibility of the spring snowstorm on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, the Indoor Range will be CLOSED for the entire day.

The Hunter Education program scheduled for Wednesday evening will have a make-up day scheduled for Monday, May 2, 2022.

In addition, depending on weather conditions, Tuesday evening and Thursday’s scheduled events may also be cancelled. If you have questions concerning the schedule for Tuesday and Thursday – check with the contact person listed for those events on the website calendar.

Thank you

BMRPA Board”

“Important Notice To The Membership

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 19:38:38 GMT

Please limit – or don’t use the outdoor range at all – until the roads and parking areas at the range have a chance to thaw and dry up.

Today (Tuesday, March 15, 2022), the road is soft and the culverts under the road are plugged with ice so water is backing up against the road.

Hopefully, in the next few days, the culverts will open and things will begin to dry out a bit.

Until then – perhaps just use the indoor range. There’s plenty of room there. Spring is on the way – give it time – this is NoDak after all.

See attached photos.

Thanks

Cancellation- March 12 Military/Lever Action Silhouette Match

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 20:41:58 GMT

The Military/Lever Action Silhouette Match scheduled for this Saturday (March 12) is cancelled. There is a couple feet of snow in the parking lot and many of the silhouettes are buried or frozen in the snow.

There is also snow drifts blocking the garage and the new storage building.

In addition, as we start to get into spring thaws (we’ll…. someday) – please be conscientious in using the road at the outdoor range so you don’t tear it up.

Thank you

The BMRPA Board

SPRING SOCIAL/SWAP MEET!

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 20:43:22 GMT

April 8, 2022 – 5:00PM-8:00PM – Indoor Range

Let’s Trade : Primers, Powder, Bullets, Shooting Accessories, Optics, Ammo etc.

Due to the ongoing shortage of shooting supplies, club members thought it would be a good idea to get together & trade!

We have scheduled a SWAP MEET for Friday, April 8, 2022, 5:00 pm at the indoor range. All club members are invited to attend. Go through your gun room, if you have some goods laying around that you’re not using, dust them off!

Club members can also renew their 2022 memberships (if you haven’t done so already) and we will issue 2022 keys for the outdoor range.

Come hungry, (pitch some $ in the hat) we’ll have pizza delivered.

Winter Social Opportunity – No Earmuffs required!

If you have any questions - please contact Tom Eckroth at 701-426-0279.

Cancellation – Scheels Handgun Demo Night

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 20:44:21 GMT

“Unfortunately due to ammunition shortages- the Scheels Handgun Demo Night scheduled for Tuesday, March 1, 2022, is cancelled.

We look forward to hosting this event again in the future.

Thank you

BMRPA Board”

Scheels Handgun Demo Night

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 20:46:23 GMT

“Scheels will host a Handgun Demo Night on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. The session will run from 4pm to 7pm.

Join the Scheels experts and the Springfield Armory vendor rep to try out the newest Springfield Arms. Several firearm models from Springfield will be available at the range.

This event is open to the public.

Sam May and Tom Thompson will also be there to issue 2022 gate keys for the outdoor range to current paid up members. You can also renew your 2022 membership at the range.

If you have any questions – please contact Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601.“

Cancellations

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 20:50:04 GMT

The Women’s Handgun Class and the Military Rilfe and Lever Action Rilfe events for this coming Saturday, February 12, are cancelled.

BMRPA Banquet

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 20:56:09 GMT

“The Bismarck/Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association (BMRPA) is holding its 2022 Fundraiser banquet at the Baymont Inn in Mandan on Saturday, February 12, 2022.

Doors open at 5:00pm and dinner will be served at 6:30pm.

There will be raffles and a silent auction, and $100 off NEW memberships.

Banquet tickets are $30 per person. The dinner ticket includes a chance on a Big Horn Pellet Grill or a Stevens 410 Shotgun.

The banquet is open to anyone.

Please join us for a great meal, an evening full of raffles and silent auction items and some time with folks that enjoy firearms collecting, hunting and the shooting sports.

For more information contact: Jeff Bourgois 701-426-6966, Ryan Saville 701-391-3177 or Ren Anton 701-400-1383.“

Informal USPSA Action Pistol Intro/Training Session Session

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 20:50:52 GMT

“This Sunday, January 23, 2022, there will be an informal Action Pistol (or USPSA) training and practice session at the indoor range starting at about 4:30pm till whenever everyone is ready to go home. There is also a Ladies Only Introduction to Handguns class on Sunday, The Action Pistol session will begin after the Ladies Handgun Class.

Cost is $10. Again, we will stay late as we want.

Stages will be whatever people want. Set up a stage and run it a few times, practice something you ain’t good at, or run whatever drills you’ve always wanted to try.

Everyone is invited. Please tell anyone you think might be interested in Action Pistol (but doesn’t want to have their first experience during a match).

For additional information contact Brian Stonecipher at 218-779-7802 or Laurie Linz at 701-471-4310.”

Happy New Years

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 21:00:02 GMT

“Happy New Year to everyone. Sam and Tom journeyed to the outdoor range early on New Year’s Day (braving the 20 below temps) to change the lock on the main gate. So, this means, if you haven’t done so already – please renew your membership and pick up your 2022 gate key.

You can renew your membership on Thursday afternoons at the indoor range. Sam and Dave are there to take memberships and get you a new key. You can also renew your membership and get a range key at the Club’s annual meeting on Monday, January 17, 2022, at the Eagles Club in Bismarck.

Speaking of the indoor range – lots of goings on during the week and lots of opportunities to shoot. And, if you haven’t noticed – it’s usually a bit warmer inside. We have activities going on nearly every day of the week at the indoor range.

Monday – Air Rifle and Pistol (evenings)

Tuesday – 22 Rimfire Blackpowder Cartridge (afternoons) and Rimfire Arms (evenings)

Wednesday – Pistol – extended hours in the afternoon and evening

Thursday – Open shooting (afternoon) and Junior Program (evenings)

Friday – Benchrest Pistol (afternoon) and Open shooting (evenings – one Friday a month).

There’s a Light Rifle and a Bullseye Pistol match this coming weekend – January 8 and 9. Contact the match directors and sign up! Their contact information is on the website calendar. On January 15 and 16 we’ll have Junior and Adult smallbore rifle and air rifle events. Then – on we go with Shooting Sports events just about every weekend for the rest of 2022. If you’ve never been to a “match” – stop by and ask questions – get involved and have some fun.

We’ve added additional information on the weekly and weekend activities to the website calendar so check it out.

Thanks!

Tom Thompson”

Open House at the Indoor Range

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 21:00:59 GMT

“The Dakota Rough Riders will sponsor an Open House at the Indoor Range on Friday, December 31, 2021. Time of the event is 6pm – 9pm. There will be a potluck supper and shooting from the 50 foot line plus some different target games. Members and Non-Members are invited.

In addition, Sam and Tom will be set up to take 2022 membership renewals and new memberships. Keys (2022) for the outdoor range will also be issued. Sam and Tom plan to be there from 4pm till 6pm. If we have enough time – we will also do outdoor range certifications for new members for the outdoor range.

Please join us for a fun evening at the indoor range on New Year’s Eve.

If you have questions about the potluck dinner or the shooting events – call Rip at 223-3085.

If you have questions concerning memberships and keys – please call Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601.

Open House at the Indoor Range

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 15:49:30 GMT

Please join us for a fun evening at the indoor range on New Year’s Eve.

If you have questions about the potluck dinner or the shooting events – call Rip at 223-3085.

If you have questions concerning memberships and keys – please call Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601.

ReScheduled – Military/Lever Action Silhouette match

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 21:04:34 GMT

See Calendar – Weather permitting, we will hold the cancelled Mil/Lever match of 11/13 on 11/20.

Final call will be made on Friday, 11/19. Watch for a text message. Call me if in doubt.

John 426 9305, or Dallas 426 3846

Military/Lever Action Rifle Match On Saturday

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 21:05:17 GMT

“The Military/Lever Action rifle match at the outdoor range is on for this Saturday (Nov 13, 2021). Registration will be at 9am. The match starts at 10am. There will be 2 matches – 40 shots each match.

John Horner”

Saturday Nov 13. The weather forecast appears to ok for the Military/Lever action match to proceed.

Monday, Nov 1, 2021

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 20:09:56 GMT

5pm – 8pm

Indoor range

The indoor range will be open for junior (and adult) air practice. Air arms will be issue to junior competitors.

Contact: Tom Thompson 220-4601

Notice – USPSA for this Saturday, October 16 is cancelled

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:11:42 GMT

Notice – USPSA for this Saturday, October 16 is cancelled

“This weekend is our club’s 22nd annual Sight-In Days.

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 20:12:22 GMT

We’ve been doing this since we opened our outdoor range in the Fall of 1999 (or was it 2000).

Anyhow – the public is invited to attend. The intent is to showcase our great facility and sign up some new members. If you have friends or family – bring them out to the range. At the end of the day – it’s the club membership that drives the club – and we need more members! So please pass the word and bring someone out to our range this coming weekend.

thanks!

Tom Thompson”

Range close Thursday morning for silhouette rail maintenance

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 20:13:28 GMT

“The outdoor range will be closed from 8am till 12 noon Thursday morning, August 19, for maintenance on the silhouette rails.

If you would like to help – please contact John Horner.

The action area will remain open while working on the silhouette rails.

Thank you

Tom Thompson”

Outdoor Range Use by the USDA Wildlife Services

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 20:14:18 GMT

“Note to the Membership:

A reminder that the Fried Family Marksmanship Complex (the outdoor range) will be closed August 24-27 from 8am – 5pm. USDA Wildlife Services will be using the range for rifle training. If you have any questions please contact Sam May.

Thank youBMRPA Board”

ND Rifle Silhouette State Championship Aug 7 & 8

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 20:15:12 GMT

Here is a reminder of the state rifle silhouette match coming up in about 11 days. Smallbore is Saturday and Highpower on Sunday, August 7&8. The match will start at 10 am on Saturday and 9 am on Sunday. Come early to register and get your rifle zeroed.

All ND residents should be members of the North Dakota Shooting Sports Association and you will need to be a member to win a state trophy. You can join on the NDSSA.org website.

If planning to camp at the range let me know and I can open the gate after work on Friday.

Contact: Walt Fairbanks

waltnd@gmail.com

701-400-8421

Outdoor Range Closed

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 20:15:51 GMT

“The outdoor range will be closed Sunday, August 1, 2021, from 9am to 1pm (approximately) for range maintenance.

If you have any questions, please call Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601.

Thank you

Tom Thompson”

Notice

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 20:19:44 GMT

The outdoor range will be closed Tuesday morning (8am till noon), June 15, 2021, for weed spraying at the outdoor range. If you have any questions – please call Vern Hoggart at 220-8131. Thank you”

Notice to the Membership

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 20:20:28 GMT

Lever Action Silhouette Practice session – Thursday, June 3, 2021 – 5PM (start time)

The North Dakota Lever Action State Championship Matches will be held at our outdoor range this coming weekend (June 5 and 6, 2021). Please see the BMPRA Calendar on this website for additional details concerning the State Championship events.

After the regular 22 BPCR matches on Thursday June 3, we will be setting up swinger targets to practice for the state matches on the weekend. The practice session will start at approximately 5PM. If you’re interested in Level Action Silhouette events – check this out. Please call John Horner (701-426-9305) for additional details.

Range Maintenance – Outdoor range closure June 7-11, 2021 / 8a-5p

Sun, 30 May 2021 20:22:50 GMT

Starting on Monday, June 7 till Friday, June 11, there will be some major maintenance on berms at the outdoor range. A contractor and club members will be working down range at the outdoor range. The main firing line (under the canopy) will be closed from 8AM to approximately 5PM each day. The range will be OPEN each day after 5PM (approximately – depending on when construction activities are completed for the day). The Action Shooting area will be OPEN , however please check in with a club member (on site) before shooting in the Action Shooting Area. If you have any questions, please contact Tom Thompson (220-4601) See Calendar as well

Outdoor Range Maintenance May 19 from 12 Noon till 5pm

Mon, 17 May 2021 20:23:28 GMT

See Calendar for details

2021 RoughRider Schedule

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 15:03:44 GMT

The BMRPA COVID-19 plan – is no-longer in effect per the Board

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 20:24:52 GMT

The BMRPA COVID-19 plan – is no-longer in effect per the Board

Scheels Night

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 21:27:24 GMT

March 6th Cowboy Shoot

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 21:30:07 GMT

Howdy all well looks like the weather has broken and no snow at Gun City so we will be having our March Monthly shoot at the outdoor range this Sat. March 6th. 5 stages, reg-11;00 am shooting- 12;00 noon hope to see ya there Rod-Iron

Swap Meet.

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 21:29:06 GMT

Flyer Download

March 6th Cowboy Shoot

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 16:12:06 GMT

Trail Marker

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 16:10:54 GMT

With great sadness we announce that on February 22, 2021 John Edward Aasmundstad a/k/a Iron Angel, husband of Owl Eye Olga, a member of our cowboy family passed away.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, April 30, 2021 at 1:00 PM at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery, Mandan, ND along with military honors. West Funeral Home & Life Tribute Center westfuneralhome.com

Alert – email virus/trojan

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 21:30:54 GMT

Received a notice from a member that Those “collections” emails have viruses in them….I have note seen one but if you receive one “Do not open it”. “As with any suspicious email you might receive – just delete it” – BMRPA Webmaster.

Bismarck 2021 Jan 9 & 10 Light Rifle Results 2020 Make-Up State Light Rifle Championship.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 21:34:28 GMT

Results

Congratulations to Travis Jorgenson, Match winner this year.

What is hard to believe is the shooting skill of 14 year old Casia Steinhaus from Devils Lake. This was her first light rifle match with a borrowed rifle and she came away with the State Championship. She did the same thing this summer during the rimfire silhouette State Championship so it is no fluke. I hope she sticks with the sport until she is old and grey like most of the other shooters. That is what I like about this sport it doesn’t matter your age or sex, everyone can can compete together and all have a chance of winning or just enjoying a friendly competition with friends and family.

I believe this is the 21st year I’ve run a light rifle match in Bismarck/Mandan. I was looking back at the people who have come and gone and surprisingly the majority of people are still shooting. I noticed this is the 20th year for Don Granlie, his first match was in 2002. Time sure does go fast except when you are looking forward to retirement, then time crawls. I will run this match for a couple more years but then I will be moving to South Dakota and someone else needs to step forward for the next 20+ years.

Thanks everyone for coming to the match, attendance was a little lower than usual due to covid and reduced shooting slots but next year will be better.

NDSSA will have an awards banquet in Bismarck on Jan 30th to honor the State Champions and new record holders.

Our next match will be Sunday January 31, 2021 I will have the same three time slots. 8:30, 10:30, and 1:00 send me an email to reserve a spot.

Attention 22 BPCR shooters.

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 21:37:02 GMT

We will not shoot at the indoor range on Tuesday Dec. 15. BCI has the range booked for the day. For questions or futher information contact John Horner.

Announcement – 2020-21 Junior Marksmanship Program

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 21:38:42 GMT

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Annual BRMPA Banquet Cancelled

Sat, 28 Nov 2020 22:00:02 GMT

Due to the current COVID-19 situation, the Annual BRMPA Banquet that was scheduled for December 12, 2020, has been CANCELLED. For those of you who already purchased tickets, we will return your money. We appreciate your understanding.

Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association

Open for juniors and adults – Air rifle/pistol

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 22:00:43 GMT

Monday, November 23

6pm – 8pm

For More Information Contact is Tom T

701-220-4601

Reminder – Sunday’s Cowboy Action Shoot will be at the indoor range!

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 22:06:11 GMT

Reminder – Sunday’s Cowboy Action Shoot will be at the indoor range!

Notice to the Membership

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 21:07:04 GMT

Notice to the Membership – On Friday, October 16, 2020, club members will be doing maintenance to targets downrange of the mail firing berm. We will do repairs to the 25, 50,100 and 200 yard target backstops in preparation for the annual Sight-In Days this coming weekend (Saturday and Sunday, October 17 and 18, 2020) – and it looks like we will have just wonderful weather this weekend. We will also do some trash cleanup around the range and winterize the High Power target pits (remove the counter weights from the target carriers).

Anyhow – the main firing line will be closed from approximately 8:30am until we are finished – approximately 1pm. So plan accordingly. If you would like to help out – please contact Tom Thompson or come out to the range in the morning.

If you would like to sight in your hunting rifles this weekend – the range will be open. However, please give right-of-way to anyone from the public that may attend our event. In addition, there are matches scheduled for the outdoor range this weekend – so we will have to work together to get all events completed. We could probably use an additional range officer to help out at the range – another opportunity to obtain some volunteer hours.

Please contact Tom Thompson (701-220-4601) if you have any questions.

Thank you

Sight In Days

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 21:08:24 GMT

Sunday, Sept 13

Sat, 12 Sep 2020 21:09:33 GMT

We were able to finish the Long Range high power regional championship today – so we will not be using the range tomorrow. Therefore, the outdoor range is open tomorrow (Sunday, Sept 13). Thanks Tomt

Work Day At Outdoor Range

Sat, 22 Aug 2020 21:36:10 GMT

Anyone who needs work hours can come out to the range to get them starting at 9 am tomorrow

MILITARY/LEVER ACTION MATCH Aug 22 Is On Per John

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 21:36:51 GMT

MILITARY/LEVER ACTION MATCH Aug 22 Is On Per John

ND IHMSA Silhouette Pistol State Championship Canceled

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 21:37:35 GMT

The ND IHMSA Silhouette Pistol State Championship on August 15 & 16 2020 Has Been Canceled

MILITARY/LEVER ACTION MATCH Aug 22

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 21:38:14 GMT

Both match directors for the Military/Lever Action match on Aug 22 are currently going to be unavailable to run the match. We need to have someone volunteer to run the match. Either myself or Dallas will be able to complete the paperwork and make the report.

We will give it until the 17th. If we don’t have it covered by then we will still have time to post a cancellation notice.

Thanks,

Dallas & John

Additional Weed Spraying

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 21:39:02 GMT

There will be some additional weed spraying done at the outdoor range on Tuesday morning, July 21, on some of the silhouette berms and the parking lot. The Range will stay open – but there might be some minor inconveniences while the contractor touches up a few spots. Please be patient if you are heading to the outdoor range Tuesday morning.

Thank you

BMRPA

Shooting Sports Family Event

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 21:42:57 GMT

Range Maintenance Thursday, June 18, 2020

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 18:23:52 GMT

The outdoor range will be closed for Silhouette target maintenance Thursday, June 18, 2020, from 9:00am till approximately 1:00pm the Action Area will remain open on Thursday.

Please plan accordingly if you going to use the outdoor range.

Thank you

BMRPA

Range Maintenance Sunday, June 21, 2020

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 18:21:15 GMT

“There will be maintenance activities in the Action Area on Sunday, June 21, 2020, from 9:00am till about noon. The Action Area will remain OPEN – however access will be limited in some of the shooting bays.

Please plan accordingly.

Thank you

BMRPA”

North Dakota State Long Range Championship – this weekend

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 18:27:09 GMT

We will need to set up and work on the e-targets for the event this weekend – we are going to do this Friday afternoon.

“BMRPA Members – please NOTE: On Friday, June 12, beginning at about 4:00pm, Competitors and BMRPA members will be setting up the range for the 2020 North Dakota Long Range State Championship. We will be setting up and calibrating electronic targets for this weekend’s (June 13 and 14) State Championship event. The outdoor range will not be closed, however, the range will need to go cold at intermittent times while we set up and calibrate the electronic targets in the High Power target pits (downrange from the main firing line canopy). If you have any questions concerning this – please call Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601. Thank you”

Weed spraying at the outdoor range

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 18:27:55 GMT

“There will be a weed spraying contractor at the range Friday morning (June 5). He will be spraying from the main firing berm to the Ram berm (500 meter/550 yards). He will also spray the berm between the Action Area and the main canopy as well as areas around the Action Shooting area. Therefore, the outdoor range will be closed (Friday, June 5) until he is finished – about noon.

In addition, we will have another weed spraying contractor at the outdoor range on Monday (June 8). He will spray the silhouette berms, parking lots and a few other areas. He should also be done about noon.

If you are planning to use the outdoor range on these days – please plan accordingly.

thank you

BMRPA”

Vern mowing at the range

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 18:28:38 GMT

sorry for the late notice

Vern will be mowing the outdoor range tomorrow morning. Vern needs to mow areas in front of the main firing area, around silhouette berms and the Action Shooting area. The range will be open – however please be patience and work with Vern so he can get the mowing done.

Scheels has reserved the outdoor range

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 18:29:28 GMT

“Scheels has reserved the outdoor range on June 9 and 10, 2020.

The outdoor range will be closed from 7:00am to 5:00pm on June 9 and 10. The range will be open for planned events or regular use after 5:00pm on both days.”

We are back at the Eagles Club for our monthly club meeting.

Thu, 14 May 2020 18:36:11 GMT

“The next monthly club meeting will be Monday, May 18, 2020, at the Eagles Club in east Bismarck – we are back at the Eagles Club!

Dinner, on your own, is at 6PM and the club meeting will start at 7PM. Outdoor range certifications and keys for the outdoor range will follow after the club meeting. If you haven’t renewed your 2020 membership, please stop by to renew your membership and pick up your key for the outdoor range.

The Eagles Club is serving dinner. Social distancing is required at the Eagles Club.

Thank you

BMRPA Board”

The indoor range is now open for use taking into account the current COVID-19 situation.

Thu, 14 May 2020 18:35:02 GMT

“To the membership,

The indoor range is now open for use taking into account the current COVID-19 situation.

The indoor range is open on Wednesday evenings and Thursday afternoons. This is our regular summer schedule. In addition, the range will be open Thursday evenings May 14, 21 and 28, for shooting from the 50 yard line – 22 rimfire only. Please view the calendar on the BMRPA webiste for additional information.

Please limit use to every other shooting lane (8 firing points) as well as maintaining the recommended 6 foot social distancing. Please enter the building through the double doors at the back of the indoor range. Bring your own safety glasses and hearing protection.

Other conditions for using the indoor range will be posted at the range, and these conditions will remain in place until changed by the BMRPA Board.

Thank you

BMRPA Board”

I am moving in the indoor clinic to the outdoor range on May 1.

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 18:37:39 GMT

The Friday, May 1, 2020, High Power clinic has been moved to the outdoor range. The range will be open at 5:00pm for an informal clinic on the High Power Rifle game.

We will have targets set up for 200 and 600 yard practice firing (depending on weather of course). Firing at 200 yards will be from under the canopy. Firing at 600 yards will be done from the 600 yard firing berm.

If you have any questions – please call Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601.

The outdoor range will be close on Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 18:38:21 GMT

The outdoor range will be close on Tuesday, April 21, 2020, for road repairs. This is to repair damage done to the road when folks were traveling on it a couple weeks ago while it was still soft.

The range will be closed from 8am – 5pm.

The action shooting area will remain open. However, the approach into the action shooting area is still soft. So if someone comes out to shoot – they will probably have to park in the regular parking area (by the club house) and walk into the action shooting area.

If anyone has questions they can call Tom Thompson at 701-220-4601.

thanks

Tom Thompson

April 25 Mil/Lever match cancellation

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 18:41:17 GMT

We always stress safety in our shooter meetings. For now, not shooting the match seems to be the safest move to make. Hopefully, we will be able to meet for the May matches.

Until then, be safe, and stay well. Dallas and John

Indoor Range closed

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 18:42:45 GMT

Until further notice – the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center (the club’s indoor range) will be closed.

If you have questions concerning events at the outdoor range – direct your questions to the match director.

We will have the April 20, 2020, monthly club meeting at the indoor range. Again, we asking for limited attendance at the meeting – Board members, individuals that have business that needs action by the Board, and members or new members that need to pick up their outdoor range key.

Discipline Chairs – please send your report to Dallas Quamme.

If you have other questions – please direct them to Tom Headrick or Tom Thompson

Thank you

BMRPA Board

BMRPA Membership Renewal Notice and Outdoor Range Keys

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 18:44:51 GMT

BMRPA Memberships for 2020 were due December 31, 2019. If you have not paid your 2020 membership, please fill out a club membership application (this can be found under the Membership Banner on the BMRPA website – then “download and complete our membership form”). Mail the completed application along with your check to BMRPA, PO Box 682, Bismarck, ND, 58502.

You will be mailed a membership card and your membership status will be noted on the Associations’ membership list. Please allow 1 or 2 weeks to process the membership applications.

Keys will ONLY be given to members who have a current membership card or whose name appears on the Associations membership list as a 2020 member.

Due to this late time frame for memberships and the complications caused by COVID-19, keys will only be given out at monthly club meetings or Thursdays at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center (our indoor range) from 2:00pm till 2:30pm.

In addition, new members can apply using the online application on the website. Again, mail in the application and appropriate funds to the post office box listed above. If you are new member, please attend the monthly club meeting. A short range certification is required before obtaining your range key.

The next club meeting will be held at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center (the indoor range) on Monday, April 20, 2020. The club meeting is being moved to the indoor range since the Eagles Club in Bismarck is closed. The meeting time is 7:00pm.

Thank you for your understanding.

BMRPA Board

April Club Meeting

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 18:43:48 GMT

We hope everyone is staying safe out there – a lot of stuff is going on these days concerning the activities of this Association. Members of the Board are doing their best to keep up with ongoing activities.

Please note the following. The Eagle Club in Bismarck is closed, therefore, the next monthly club meeting will be Monday, April 20, 2020, at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center at 7:00pm.

Due to COVID-19 – we would like to limit the meeting to Board Members, members with business that needs action at the meeting, and members or new members that need to pick up their outdoor range key.

If you have any questions, please let me know or e-mail Dallas Quamme.

thank you

Tom Thompson

Treasurer, BMRPA

To the Membership

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 18:47:51 GMT

Well, apparently some folks aren’t reading their emails or paying attention. Mike Ripplinger was at the outdoor range yesterday (Sunday, March 22) and found the road going from the main firing line to the high power pits is really torn up – really torn up!!

SO PLEASE – DON’T USE THE MAIN ROAD PAST THE MAIN FIRING LINE (east of the main canopy) UNTIL THE ROAD THAWS OUT AND DRIES UP!!! In addition, the parking lot is soft and still has snow on it. Therefore, if you wish to shoot at the outdoor range, please park by the pistol shed (on the west side of the main firing line) and walk down to put up targets (please take them when done – we don’t have garbage service at the outdoor range).

Lets give the roads and parking areas a little time to dry out!!

It costs approximately $600 to get one load of gravel delivered to the outdoor range (one load doesn’t do anything). Then we have to find or pay someone to spread it out. So, again, please limit your travel at the outdoor range until things dry out.

Thanks,

Tom Thompson

Range Manager

FFMC Roads & Parking Lots

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 18:48:29 GMT

Please limit your use at the outdoor range while the roads and parking areas thaw. This is to keep the road and parking areas from getting torn up!

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 situation

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 18:49:14 GMT

There are changes to the club calendar – so please review the calendar.

March 20 – Couples Introduction to Handguns has been canceled

BPCR Rimfire

March 29 – BPCR Rimfire (indoor match) – the match will go ahead – Tom Leibel will run the match.

USPSA

March 28 – cancel the match

April 18 (indoor event) – moved the USPSA match for April 18 – to April 19

Junior Program (indoor range)

March 19 (last practice) and the Junior Club Championship (March 21) will be moved to April 16 (last practice) and Junior Club Championship to Saturday, April 18 (indoor range).

Bullseye Pistol

March 21 and 22 – ND Indoor State Champ (cancelled this weekend) – however,

May 16 – changed to the ND Indoor State Champ (so we will still have the State Indoor match)

Boy Scout Merit Badge – cancelled (we may reschedule at a later date – nothing for now

ND Hunter Education Classes – cancelled (we may reschedule at a later date – nothing for now

Scheels Demo Night – Wednesday, March 11, 2020

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 19:50:38 GMT

This will take the place of our regular Wednesday pistol night. This is a demo night where a Glock representative will bring in their handguns to demo at our indoor range.

Wednesday, March 11, 2020

Glock Demo Night

4PM – 8PM

Open to the public

No charge

Join Glock and Scheels experts to test drive the new lineup of Glock handguns for 2020. This FREE event will allow you to test several handguns that might be on your purchasing radar!

Contact the Scheels Gun Department for additional information or Tom Thompson 220-4601

USPSA (U.S. Practical Shooting Association) introduction and practice session) Feb 28, 2020 6:30 – 9pm ish

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 19:51:23 GMT

This is a USPSA (U.S. Practical Shooting Association) introduction and practice session. The introduction class will take place from 6:30 to about 7:30. We will set up and run through a few stages and instruct new shooters how to safely participate in a USPSA action shooting match. We’ll cover rules and safety officer commands, plus etiquette expectations and strategies. Then starting at about 7:30, we’ll set up some targets and do some practice shooting, non-beginners that just want some practice time can show up for this part. Note that there is a USPSA match the following day.

New shooters, you’ll need to bring:

– eye and ear protection

– gun (unloaded when you walk in the door)

– holster

– 2+ mags

– ammo (at least 50 rounds, more if you want)

– mag carriers (optional)

Experienced shooters:

If you can and help with the class starting at 6:30, I’ll take 2 or so more volunteers. If you want to miss that, but want to get in some practice time on some small stages, please show up at about 7:30.

Either way, cost is $10.

– Brian

RSVP’s are not mandatory, but would be appreciated if you know ahead of time that you can make it. For that or more information, contact Brian Stonecipher at 218-779-7802 or bismanactionshooters@gmail.com.

Sunday, January 19, 2020 – New Member Orientation

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 19:52:29 GMT

Sunday, January 19, 2020

– New Member Orientation

– Johnson Family Marksmanship Center (Indoor range) – 4667 Skyway Bismarck.

– Contact is Myron Anton – 701-400-1383

– There will be an orientation breakfast for new members on Sunday, January 19, 2020. Breakfast will be served at 9:30am. This will be followed by the new member orientation from 10am – 11am. This will be followed by open shooting for the new members from 11am till noon. For additional information contact Myron Anton.

Dakota RoughRiders Cowboy Action Shooting 2020 Schedule

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 19:24:44 GMT

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Open House New Years Eve

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 19:54:29 GMT

Open House New Years Eve

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 19:26:50 GMT

Military/ Lever Action Match 2020 Match Program

Sun, 22 Dec 2019 19:55:22 GMT

The Match Program for the Military/Lever Action Sillhouett Match has been updated and expanded to give more definition to the rifle qualification requirements and to describe the course of fire better to those who have not participated in the match. We have taken an idea from the 22 BPCR match and invited those who want to shoot, but don’t have a rifle that meets the catagory qualification, ( yet ) to come shoot in a non-compliant classification.

So take a look at the new program which can be found on the events calendar, and get ready for summer.

No indoor range 22 caliber shooting on December 24th and 31st

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 19:56:14 GMT

There will be no indoor range 22 caliber shooting on December 24th and 31st. Thanks Dave Tokach

USPSA match cancelled

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 19:58:07 GMT

The USPSA match scheduled for this Saturday is cancelled (November 16).

BMRPA Banquet Saturday, December 14, 2019

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 19:57:20 GMT

Baymont Inn and Suites (old Seven Sea’s)

2611 Old Red Trail Mandan, ND

Doors open to the public at 5:00 pm

Dinner served at 6:30 pm

$35 per person or $60 per couple

Banquet ticket price includes your choice of either roast beef or stuffed chicken breast and chance to win a pellet grill or gun

To purchase tickets please contact Amy at 701-425-5250

Thanks!

Amy Anton

November 23 2019 – .22 Caliber Black Powder Rifle Silhouette Match

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 19:58:47 GMT

For more information, please contact John Horner at (701) 426-9305.

Military/Lever & 22 BPCR Update

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 18:59:36 GMT

Military/Lever Action match, Saturday 10/19, reminder.

Due to the lateness of sunrise time, We will start sign up at 9am, and shoot at 10am.

22 BPCR match Sunday, 10/20. Moving indoors.

Last month we cancelled due to crappy weather forecast. Weather forecast for Sunday is rain, with winds 15-25 out of the East.

Since there were no events scheduled at the indoor range for Sunday, we will be shooting indoors from the 50m line.

For those who have not shot this match indoors, we do have some cross sticks compatible for floor use available.

Thank you, John Horner

Open Shooting 50′ & 50-yard Firing Line rescheduled

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 19:00:28 GMT

Indoor Range – Open Shooting 50′ & 50-yard Firing Line rescheduled to next Friday due to weather (see calendar).

North Dakota – Bureau Criminal Investigation-(Range Will Be Closed)

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 19:01:38 GMT

BCI has the following dates for their use of the FFMC – October 22, 23 & 24 and will be closed is from 8:00am till 5:00pm.

For more information, please contact Sam May 701-400-5409

22 BPCR Match cancelled

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 19:02:26 GMT

Due to the predictions of bad weather we will not be shooting the 22 BPCR Match on Sunday the 29th of Sept.

20th annual sight in days

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 19:04:03 GMT

Download PDF

Current and Former Members

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 19:05:21 GMT

Hello Current and Former Members of BMRPA, Time to renew for 2020. 2019 Hours Worked = . If you can’t print the form stop by the indoor range when it’s open (check the web site)and get a white form from the magazine rack in the lobby AND an envelope, fill it out and mail it in with your check or money order. If you have already renewed, disregard this message. Thanks, John T. Hoflen, Membership Secretary Bismarck-Mandan Rifle & Pistol Association

1000 yard line open for firing tomorrow

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 19:07:20 GMT

The 1000 yard line will be open for firing tomorrow – Tuesday, Aug 27 and also Sept 3. This is so we have a couple more days to practice at 1000 yards before the Regional Championship on Sept 7 and 8. Please contact Tom Thompson with questions 701-220-4601

Outdoor Range Camping Rules “Up-Date.”

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 19:09:48 GMT

Dry camping only. No Electrical hook-up. No water hook-up, but potable water is available at no charge. Electrical hook-up can be made available during matches at a $10 per day charge to cover fuel/maintenance for the generator.

The Executive Committee

Round up Volunteers Needed!

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 19:07:55 GMT

We are needing volunteers for the Round up over Labor Day weekend. Anyone who needs to get there hours in for this year contact Mike Ripplinger – 701-223-3085 Thanks

Friday, Aug 16 – Partial Range Closure

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 19:10:43 GMT

Friday, Aug 16 – The silhouette range will be closed for maintenance on the silhouette range from 12 noon to the end of the day.

The action shooting area will remain open. – Tom Thompson

Volunteers Needed!

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 18:36:06 GMT

We are needing volunteers for the Round up over Labor Day weekend. Anyone who needs to get there hours in for this year contact Mike Ripplinger – 701-223-3085 Thanks

High Power Rifle Championships held at Camp Atterbury, Indiana.

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 19:12:20 GMT

BMRPA members Tom Thompson, Morgen Dietrich and Tom Headrick attended the NRA National High Power Rifle Championships held at Camp Atterbury, Indiana. This National Championship event has been held since 1907. The matches were moved from Camp Perry, Ohio in 2016 to Camp Atterbury.

Thanks to Tom Liebel for the install.

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 19:14:16 GMT

The comfort height toilet is here (at the outdoor range that is). So now all of us “old geezer’s” (with bad knees) can go in comfort! The world is a happier place. – Tom Thompson

Outdoor range needs mowing and trimming

Wed, 24 Jul 2019 19:15:43 GMT

The outdoor range needs mowing and trimming. Anyone needing volunteer hours or not. The clubhouse and action annex are becoming overgrown.

2019 World Championships

Fri, 05 Jul 2019 19:17:52 GMT

2019 World Championships – The IHMSA world Championships are again being held near Oklahoma City, Oklahoma at the Oklahoma City Gun Club near Arcadia, OK. The dates are July 12-20, 2019. Small Bore, Field Pistol, Big Bore, ½ Scale, 1/5 Scale, Practical Hunter, Air, and 500 Ultra shoot during match. Registration forms can be found on www.ihmsa.org web site. Information about OKC Gun Club available on web site: www.okcgunclub.org

Region 8 Championships

Fri, 05 Jul 2019 19:17:12 GMT

Region 8 Championships – The IHMSA Region 8 Championships are being held at Southern Hills Silhouette Club near Pringle, SD. The Dates are July 4-7, 2019. Small Bore, Field Pistol, Big Bore, ½ Scale, 1/5 Scale, and Practical Hunter shoot during match. On range camping allowed. Power hook ups for campers available but must range spot with range. Range on County Road 313, also known as Carroll Creek Road. For more information contact Dick Pattison at 605-390-5432. Ray Utter with the local club has map information.

Article from the July 2019 SASS Cowboy Chronicle

Fri, 05 Jul 2019 18:46:35 GMT

Read the article here

Family Event

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 19:19:39 GMT

Notice – The outdoor range needs mowing and trimming

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 19:20:38 GMT

Notice – The outdoor range needs mowing and trimming. Anyone needing volunteer hours or not. The clubhouse and action annex are becoming overgrown.

Members are reminded to pick up your fired cases after shooting.

Sat, 15 Jun 2019 19:21:55 GMT

This photo is from the outdoor range. Members are reminded to pick up your fired cases after shooting – we don’t hire janitors to pick up after you – so pick up your fired cases (yes brass AND steel) when you have finished your shooting session – thanks.

FFMC closed from 7:00am to 5:00pm on June 11 & 12

Thu, 30 May 2019 19:23:12 GMT

FFMC closed from 7:00am to 5:00pm on June 11 & 12, 2019 but will be open for planned events after 5:00pm on both days – Scheels has reserved the outdoor range (FFMC) from 7:00am to 5:00pm on June 11 & 12, 2019

INDOOR RANGE CLOSED FOR CLEANING ON MAY 4TH ALL DAY!

Wed, 01 May 2019 19:24:06 GMT

INDOOR RANGE CLOSED FOR CLEANING ON MAY 4TH ALL DAY!

Cancelled: Outdoor Range – .22 Caliber Black Powder Rifle Silhouette Match

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 19:25:14 GMT

Cancelled: Outdoor Range – .22 Caliber Black Powder Rifle Silhouette Match on April 13th the out door range is still to full of snow.

PLEASE DO NOT DRIVE INTO THE OUTDOOR RANGE!

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 19:27:19 GMT

PLEASE DO NOT DRIVE INTO THE OUTDOOR RANGE! The ground is to soft and the snow is still deep all around the range.

Outdoor Range – Varmint Rifle Match ON April 6th is Canceled!

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 19:25:59 GMT

Outdoor Range – Varmint Rifle Match ON April 6th is Canceled!

SASS Range Officer Course I and II

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 20:29:56 GMT

SASS Range Officer Course I and II

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 20:06:51 GMT

Indoor Range Closed Jan 30th

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 20:30:58 GMT

The Indoor Range will be closed due to weather.

2018-19 Junior Marksmanship Program

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 20:34:23 GMT

Sponsored by Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association.

Sign-up for the 2018-2019 Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association’s Junior Marksmanship Program will be December 6, 2018, at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center located at 4667 Skyway in south Bismarck (about 1.8 miles south of the airport) at 6:30 p.m.
Goals of the program are to learn firearms safety and marksmanship.
Juniors are also introduced to the shooting sports. Many of the juniors in this program have gone on to compete at state and national competitions, including the National Junior Olympic Shooting Championships held each year at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
The program is for young adults 12 -20 years old.
The program will run through Thursday, March 21, 2019.
Our Junior Club championship will be Saturday, March 23, 2019.
All the equipment for the program is provided including rifles, spotting scopes, shooting jackets, gloves, slings, shooting mats, eye and ear protection. However, it is recommended that juniors provide their own eye and ear protection.
This is the 26th year of the program.
Instruction for the program is provided by NRA Certified Instructors and Coaches.
Cost of the program is $40.
If you have any questions, please call Tom or Tina Thompson at (701) 255-4601 or Mary Kay or Dave Tokach at (701) 226-4868.
You can also e-mail Tom Thompson at tnt@bis.midco.net.

Open Shooting Cancellation

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 20:35:05 GMT

Please note that tonight’s Open Shooting (Nov. 16) is cancelled due to the weather and bad road conditions.

19th Annual Sight In Days

Sun, 30 Sep 2018 19:37:55 GMT

Sad News

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 19:42:10 GMT

Leon Albert Nesja, 77, Bismarck, entered eternal life September 5, 2018 at Sanford Health, Bismarck. Celebration of life will be held at 11am at Messiah Lutheran Church, Mandan, Friday, September 14, 2018 with viewing held at 10 am prior to service. Interment will be held at the Mandan Union Cemetery.

Visitation will be held at the Bismarck Funeral Home from 5-8pm on Thursday, September 13, 2018 with prayer service at 7:00 pm.

If you wish to read more about Leon’s life: http://bismarckfuneralhome.com/obituaries/leon-nesja/

November 2006 – From left to right: Sam May and Leon Nesja breaking ground

at the Club’s indoor range, the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center.

Outdoor Range – Work Day

Thu, 06 Sep 2018 19:43:08 GMT

Work will be done to extend the canopy roof on Monday, September 10, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Shooting from the main firing line and from the Cowboy/Pistol area will be allowed. No shooting from 1,000 yards until 4:00 p.m.

150th Annnual Canadian Fullbore Championships at the Connaught ranges in Ottawa, Canada

Sun, 26 Aug 2018 19:46:40 GMT

This is the Canadian National Championship event for target rifles. Competitors have to fire the .308 Winchester or the .223 Remington cartridges only. There are also limits in bullet weight. The Canadian matches are a combinations of events at 300 meters, 500 and 600 yards, and 800 and 900 meters. All events are slow fire prone with aperture or “iron sights” – no scopes. This was my first time at the Canadian nationals and I had a great time shooting and meeting a lot of new friends in Canada.

Tom Thompson

From left to right: Morgen Dietrich and Tom Thompson from the Bismarck-Mandan Club enjoying the right fine shoot at the 150th Annnual Canadian Fullbore Championships at the Connaught ranges in Ottawa, Canada.

High Power Event Notes

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 19:47:49 GMT

August 10 (Friday afternoon) – Mini-High Power Clinic

On Friday (August 10) starting at noon – we will have a mini-High Power Clinic. We will have the range set up with 100 and 200 yard targets (under our canopy) and also we will set up for firing at 600 yards. Individuals can get zero’s for their rifles at 100/200 yards and then move to the 600 yard range for practice firing and coaching. Individuals will be expected to take turns marking targets for 600 yards in the target pits. This is for those that would like to check zeros on their service rifle or vintage rifle (or F-Class rifles). We will coach and work with anyone that would like to try out the High Power game. If you’re looking to pick up a few pointers in the game – please join us. We’ll also cook up a few hamburgers after the range goes cold. If you would like to come in on Friday for the clinic, please send Tom Thompson an e-mail at tnt@bis.midco.net.

August 11 – Bismarck/Mandan M1 Garand Club Championship

We will have a Vintage match on Saturday morning, August 11. This is our Club championship – anyone can participate and win our club championship. Any vintage rifles can be used for this event (M1 Garands, Springfields, etc.). Competitors can fire other rifles in this event (for example to confirm zeros for the Sunday Leg match) – however, only the High Vintage Rifle competitor can win the club championship plaque.

August 11 – Palma Long Range Match

Following the M1 Garand Club Championship, we will have a Palma match (approximately 1 hour after the Garand match). This event is open to sling and F-Class (F-Open and F/TR) competitors. In this event, competitors fire 15 shots for record (and sighting shots) from 800, 900 and 1000 yards. If you don’t have a Palma rifle and you’re firing in the “Sling” category that’s ok, you can fire what ever long range rifle you have. Scopes are also allowed but the “any rifle” and scoped rifles will fire out-of-competition.

August 12 – “Leg” Match

On Sunday, August 12, we will have an EIC “Leg” match. This match is 50 shots (with no sighters) at 200, 300 and 600 yards. Current CMP rules will apply for this event. Competitors will be allowed to fire match rifles in this event (out of competition of course).

If you have any questions or if you would like to attend, please send Tom Thompson an e-mail at tnt@bis.midco.net.

Outdoor Range – Maintenance

Mon, 23 Jul 2018 19:48:26 GMT

The main firing line will be closed on Friday, July 27, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., for mowing and silhouette maintenance. The Action Shooting Annex will remain open.

For more information, please contact Ray Utter at (701) 595-1136.

Railroad Ties for Sale

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 19:49:55 GMT

We have over 150 #2 railroad ties for sale. Price: $8/each. The sale is open to anyone. If interested, contact Tom Liebel at (701) 226-3620.

Storm Damage and Work Days

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 19:49:21 GMT

Howdy all!

As you all know we had damage done at the range so we will be having Work Days this weekend, on Saturday, July 21, and, if needed, on Sunday, July 22. We will be rebuilding the Barber Shop, but we also have a lot of other things that need to be done. So if anyone needs to get their volunteer hours in for the BMRPA, we can use the help. Thanks!

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

Storm Damage and Work Days

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 19:33:42 GMT

Howdy all!

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

BMRPA Banquet – Save the Date!

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 19:52:00 GMT

The BMPRA Banquet is scheduled for Saturday, December 8, 2018, at the Bismarck Eagles Club. Tickets are $35 per person or $60 per couple and includes your choice of either Prime Rib or Chicken as well as a chance to win a Pellet Grill or Gun. The event is open to both members and non-members. Only 250 tickets will be sold!

Tickets will first be made available to members for purchase at the July 16th monthly meeting at the Bismarck Eagles Club (meeting begins at 7:00 pm). On July 17th ticket sales will be opened up to non-members for purchase. Remember… only 250 tickets will be sold so come to the meeting on July 16th at 7:00 pm to make sure you get yours before they are all sold out!

Outdoor Range Closed

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 19:52:56 GMT

Please note that the outdoor range will be closed for use by Scheels on the following dates:

Tuesday, June 12, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, June 13, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon)

Outdoor Range Closed for Weed Spraying

Sun, 03 Jun 2018 19:53:37 GMT

Please note that the outdoor range will be closed from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. this Monday, June 4, for weed spraying.

Volunteers Needed

Wed, 30 May 2018 19:54:47 GMT

I need some volunteers for the North Dakota Long Range State Championship that will be held at our outdoor range on June 9 and 10. Volunteers are needed from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday and 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. I need volunteers to assist with scoring, posting scores, and a pit boss. This is not a physical activity. Please bring lunch, water, sunscreen, etc.

Please contact Tom Thompson at (701) 220-4601 if you are interested. If you are interested in Long Rang Shooting, volunteer for the day and see how this game is played and the equipment that the folks are using.

Outdoor Range – Maintenance

Tue, 22 May 2018 19:55:26 GMT

The main firing line will be closed for mowing and silhouette maintenance. The Action Shooting Annex will remain open.

For more information, please contact Ray Utter at (701) 595-1136.

Outdoor Range/Shooting Annex – Work Day

Tue, 15 May 2018 19:56:09 GMT

We have scheduled a work day for this Sunday, May 20, starting at 9:00 a.m. to finish work on the berm project.

Tom Liebel will be staying out at the range over the weekend, so if anyone else wants to make a weekend out of it you are welcome to camp.

For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

Outdoor Range/Shooting Annex – Work Day

Tue, 15 May 2018 19:46:09 GMT

We have scheduled a work day for this Sunday, May 20, starting at 9:00 a.m. to finish work on the berm project.

Tom Liebel will be staying out at the range over the weekend, so if anyone else wants to make a weekend out of it you are welcome to camp.

For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

Outdoor Range/Shooting Annex – Work Day

Wed, 02 May 2018 19:57:08 GMT

We have scheduled a work day for this Sunday, May 6, starting at 9:00 a.m. We have to get the rest of the railroad tie berms done. If you need to get some volunteering hours in for this year, we sure could use your help. If you don’t feel like working on berms, don’t worry, we have plenty of other projects to tackle, so please come out and help. Thanks!

For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

Outdoor Range/Shooting Annex – Work Day

Wed, 02 May 2018 19:47:40 GMT

For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

High Power and Long Range Clinic, Friday, May 4

Mon, 30 Apr 2018 20:04:02 GMT

Outdoor Range – Long Range Target Pits Maintenance

Thu, 26 Apr 2018 20:04:43 GMT

The outdoor range will be closed Saturday morning, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon), on April 28, for maintenance of the High Power target pits.

The action shooting area will remain open.

If anyone is looking for volunteer hours, you are welcome to join us. Please bring cordless screwdrivers, hammers, cordless saws, etc.

For more information, please contact Tom Thompson at (701) 220-4601.

Scheels’ HK Night for the Public

Thu, 12 Apr 2018 20:06:21 GMT

Scouting a New Location for our Monthly Membership Meetings

Mon, 09 Apr 2018 20:07:07 GMT

Our April Membership Meeting will be held at the Eagles Club No 2237 located at 313 N 26th Street in Bismarck. Supper is on your own at 6:00 p.m. and the meeting will start at 7:00 p.m. in the East Ballroom.

April 7 Match Updates

Tue, 03 Apr 2018 20:07:47 GMT

Unfortunately the Varmint Rifle Match scheduled for April 7 at the Outdoor Range has been cancelled due to weather. If you have any questions, please contact Gary Vennie at (701) 516-3427.

The Cowboy Action Shooting Match will be held at the indoor range rather than the Outdoor Range. If you have any questions, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

Indoor Range Closed, Monday, March 5

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 21:08:52 GMT

Due to the current weather conditions, the indoor range will not open today.

Advanced Reloading For Precision Rifles

Tue, 27 Feb 2018 21:10:24 GMT

Junior Olympic Qualification’s Medalists

Fri, 02 Feb 2018 21:12:27 GMT

Amanda Hintz and Brady Fried medaled at the recent Junior Olympic Qualification events held in Minot the weekend of January 20 and 21. Amanda was the Silver medalist in the Women’s Air Rifle and Smallbore Rifle events. Brady was the Gold medalist in Men’s Air Rifle and Silver in Men’s Smallbore Rifle. Brady will receive an automatic invite to the National Junior Olympic Shooting Championships for his efforts in the Air Rifle event. Amanda, although she fired an impressive score in air rifle, will have to wait and see if she gets an invitation. Depending on scores fired at Junior Olympic qualifier events held nationwide, Amanda and Brady may also get invitations for the smallbore rifle event. The National Junior Olympic Shooting Championship is an annual event sponsored by USA Shooting – the United States Olympic governing body for the shooting sports. The national championship event is fired at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Competitors at the NRA Air Sectional Match

Thu, 18 Jan 2018 21:14:32 GMT

Katie Zaun (Buffalo, North Dakota) was the Gold Medalist firing an impressive 585/600 – 2 points shy of a National Record for her age group (Intermediate Junior). Katie holds the National Record for the Sub-Junior category in this event set a couple years ago when she was a bit younger. Megan Hardy (Minot) was the Silver Medalist and Brandon Alexander (Devils Lake) was the Bronze Medalist.

Competitors firing the NRA Air Sectional event this past weekend at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center in Bismarck.

New Year’s Eve Open House

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 21:59:15 GMT

New Year’s Eve Open House

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 21:20:43 GMT

The Dakota RoughRiders are sponsoring a New Year’s Eve Open House event. Come and join us at the indoor range from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for an evening filled with fun games and free shooting. We will have a pot-luck supper, so bring your favorite dish or dessert.

You can also enjoy our end-of-the-year membership special and become a club member at half price!

So come out, have some fun, and become a member of our great group!

For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

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2017 Volunteers Recognition

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 21:18:49 GMT

The BMRPA would like to thank all the volunteers who helped the club during 2017 and in particular, the top three volunteers for the year:

– Dallas Quamme, 283 hours
– Tom Thompson, 257 hours
– Sam May, 205 hours

A huge thank you to everyone!

From left to right: Dallas Quamme, Sam May, Tom Thompson.

Outdoor Range – Help Needed to Work on the Cowboy Annex

Wed, 29 Nov 2017 22:07:54 GMT

Here’s the perfect chance for you to get some volunteer hours before the end of the year! At 10:00 a.m. this coming Saturday (December 2), work will start on the Cowboy Annex to finish building the dividing berms.

For more information, please contact Tom Liebel at (701) 226-3620.

Outdoor Range – Help Needed to Work on the Cowboy Annex

Tue, 28 Nov 2017 21:21:44 GMT

For more information, please contact Tom Liebel at (701) 226-3620.

2017-18 Junior Recruitment

Sat, 18 Nov 2017 21:22:47 GMT

2017 Election

Sun, 15 Oct 2017 20:23:33 GMT

Our Annual Meeting will be held at the Amvets club on December 18. The business meeting will include nominations for the Election of Vice President and Treasurer.

Dennis Miller, co-founder of Missouri Valley Shooting Sports Association

Thu, 28 Sep 2017 20:26:14 GMT

Dennis Miller of Mandan, co-founder of the Missouri Valley Shooting Sports Association, passed away on September 26 at 9 p.m. We wish to express our sincere condolences to the family.

18th Annual Deer Rifle Sight In Days

Wed, 27 Sep 2017 20:27:27 GMT

Outdoor Range Reserved by the ND Bureau of Criminal Investigation

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 20:28:05 GMT

The main firing line and action shooting area will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday, September 13 and 14 (see times below).

Wednesday, September 13: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, September 14: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For more information, please contact Sam May at (701) 400-5409.

Work on the Cowboy Annex in Preparation for Roundup

Sat, 26 Aug 2017 20:29:01 GMT

We will be working out at the range starting this Sunday, August 27, at 10:00 a.m. We will need a lot of help, so if you need to put in volunteer hours, here’s your chance! We will also be working on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, after 6:00 p.m.

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

Work on the Cowboy Annex in preparation for Roundup

Sat, 26 Aug 2017 14:26:11 GMT

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

Changes to the Lever Action and Military Silhouette Matches

Thu, 24 Aug 2017 20:29:42 GMT

The entry fee for the Lever Action and Military Silhouette matches will now be $20.00 for two matches or $10.00 for each match instead of the previous $25.00 for the two matches. Lunch will be on your own, and not served by the club as it used to be (this was the extra $5.00 charge).

Outdoor Range Closed for Maintenance

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 20:30:22 GMT

The outdoor range will be closed on Friday, August 18 from 2:00 p.m. until dark for range maintenance in order to prepare for the IHMSA (Handgun Silhouette) State Championship.

For more information, please contact Ray Utter at (701) 595-1136.

Outdoor Range Reserved by the ND Peace Officer Association

Fri, 11 Aug 2017 20:31:23 GMT

The main firing line and action shooting area will be closed on Tuesday

and Wednesday, August 15 and 16 (see times below).

Tuesday, August 15: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 16: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Club members are welcome to assist as long as they do not interfere will

the ND Peace Officer Association.

For more information, please contact Sam May at (701) 400-5409.

Long Range and M1 Garand “Mini” Clinics

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 20:32:55 GMT

Club Members Winning in Raton, NM

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 13:44:15 GMT

Dave Tokach (Mandan) shooting Pistol Caliber Lever Action Silhouette at the National Silhouette Matches in Raton, NM.

Brock Tokach (Mandan) shooting Smallbore Lever Action at the National Silhouette Matches in Raton, NM.

North Dakota Shooting Sports Silhouette team. Brock Tokach (Mandan), Dave Tokach (Mandan), Ross Hillerson (Dickinson). Accepting trophy for 2nd place AAA Smallbore Lever Action Silhouette.

Dave Tokach (Mandan) accepting 5 place trophy for Smallbore Lever Action Silhouette at the National Silhouette Matches in Raton, NM.

Outdoor Range Reserved by Scheels on July 11 and 12

Mon, 10 Jul 2017 13:45:03 GMT

The main firing line and action shooting area will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 11 and 12 (see times below). Scheels sales staff will be at the range testing long range equipment on the High Power Range.

Tuesday, July 11: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, July 12: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon)

Club members are welcome to assist as long as they do not interfere will Scheels staff.

For more information, please contact Tom Thompson at (701) 255-4601.

Work Day at the Cowboy Annex

Thu, 29 Jun 2017 14:37:44 GMT

We will be having a Work Day at the Cowboy Annex (outdoor range) on Saturday, July 1, at 10:00 a.m. For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

Work Day at the Cowboy Annex

Thu, 29 Jun 2017 13:47:33 GMT

We will be having a Work Day at the Cowboy Annex (outdoor range) on Saturday, July 1, at 10:00 a.m. For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

Cancellation – June 24 Varmint Rifle Match

Wed, 21 Jun 2017 13:48:27 GMT

The Varmint Rifle match of June 24 is cancelled. The next match will be on July 29 at the outdoor range.

Shooting Annex Closed Tonight for Match Set Up

Fri, 12 May 2017 13:49:40 GMT

The shooting annex will be closed at 4:00 p.m. today, May 12, to allow the USPSA team to set up for their match to be held tomorrow.

Handgun Demonstration and Try Out

Mon, 08 May 2017 13:51:35 GMT

The general public is welcome to attend this special event where they will have the chance to try a variety of Sig Sauer handguns. Club members can also have a chance to try them once the general public is done.

If any club members would like to help on the firing line during this event, please contact Sam May at (701) 258-2360.

High Power Clinic Reminder

Tue, 02 May 2017 13:53:21 GMT

Work at the Outdoor Range on Saturday, April 29

Fri, 28 Apr 2017 13:54:28 GMT

On Saturday, April 29, members of the Association will be doing some more work on the High Power target carriers in the target pits down range of the main firing line.

We plan to work on the target carriers for about 2 hours, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The range will not be closed since we will be working behind the pit wall, however, we may need to close the firing line at times to retrieve materials from the High Power Trailer.

If you are planning to shoot on Saturday (April 29), please drive down to the target pits and talk with the members working on the target carriers so we will know your intentions.

I will have my radios along, so we will have communication with the main firing line in case anyone is planning to fire from the main firing line.

If you have any questions, or if you would like to volunteer, please call Tom Thompson at (701) 220-4601.

Work Day at the Cowboy Annex

Sun, 23 Apr 2017 14:49:29 GMT

Attention, there’s been a serious miscommunication regarding the work schedule for tomorrow, April 8. The Cowboys will be working on the saloon stage building and need all the help they can get. This is a great way to get some volunteer hours in the bank!

Work at the Outdoor Range

Sat, 22 Apr 2017 13:55:40 GMT

Today, April 22, members of the Association will be doing some work on the High Power target carriers in the target pits down range of the main firing line.

We plan to work on the target carriers for about 2 hours, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The range will not be closed since we will be working behind the pit wall, however, we may need to close the firing line at times to retrieve materials from the High Power Trailer.

If you are planning to shoot today, please drive down to the target pits and talk with the members working on the target carriers so we will know your intentions.

I will have my radios along tomorrow, so we will have communication in case anyone is planning to fire from the main firing line.

If you have any questions, please call Tom Thompson at (701) 220-4601.

Thanks.

Tom Thompson

Silent Auction – Ended

Thu, 20 Apr 2017 13:56:28 GMT

All the items have been sold. Thank you to all who participated.

Silent Auction – Updated List

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 13:58:36 GMT

List of items available for purchase

For more information, please contact Sam May at (701) 400-5409.

High Power Clinic

Sat, 15 Apr 2017 14:01:33 GMT

Silent Auction – Updated List

Sun, 09 Apr 2017 14:03:52 GMT

List of items available for purchase

For more information, please contact Sam May at (701) 400-5409.

Work Day at the Cowboy Annex

Fri, 07 Apr 2017 14:05:16 GMT

Silent Auction – Updated List

Mon, 27 Mar 2017 14:09:41 GMT

List of items available for purchase

For more information, please contact Sam May at (701) 400-5409.

Silent Auction

Sat, 25 Mar 2017 14:15:52 GMT

List of items available for purchase

For more information, please contact Sam May at (701) 400-5409.

Silent Auction – Updated List

Sat, 25 Mar 2017 14:13:24 GMT

List of items available for purchase

For more information, please contact Sam May at (701) 400-5409.

Megan Hardy competes at National Intercollegiate Rifle Club Championships

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 14:19:42 GMT

Megan Hardy from our Junior program competed at the Intercollegiate National Club Championships on March 17 and 18 at Fort Benning, Georgia. Megan attends the University of Mary in Bismarck. Megan has been shooting in our Junior Marksmanship program for the last two seasons. Megan fired qualifying scores at the Intercollegiate Sectional matches in West Fargo in February (this National Championship event is an invitational only event). Megan fired some great scores at the nationals ending up 12th overall, and was named to the All-Star Second team for smallbore rifle.

Congratulations Megan!

2017 NRA Open Regional Championship – News and Results

Mon, 27 Feb 2017 15:31:25 GMT

Congratulations to the Gold Medalist from Buffalo: Katie Zaun. Katie fired a new state record in the event: 1191-81x. This also appears to be a new National Record for her age group.

Brandon Alexander was the Silver Medalist with another fine score of 1188-53x.

Amanda Hintz fired a 1179-62x for the Bronze medal. In addition, Amanda Hintz fired a 400-29x in the kneeling position for what appears to be a new National Record for her age group.

Bulletin

Results

Competitors firing the Kneeling position at the NRA 3-Position Smallbore Regional Championship on February 25, 2017, at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center.

Competitors firing the Standing position at the NRA 3-Position Smallbore Regional Championship on February 25, 2017, at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center.

Junior Club Members Place in the State Championship in Minot

Sun, 12 Feb 2017 15:33:08 GMT

Two BMRPA junior shooters placed in the ND Junior 3P Smallbore State Championship in Minot on February 11.

Amanda Hintz, Junior at BHS, scored a 573. She took home 1st in class as an intermediate junior.

Brady Fried, Junior at LHS, scored a 554. He was awarded 2nd in class as an intermediate junior.

Upcoming Events

Wed, 18 Jan 2017 16:10:44 GMT

The North Dakota Shooting Sports Association will have it’s annual meeting and awards banquet in Bismarck on January 28. For more information, be sure to check their flyer .

In addition to the annual meeting, the BMRPA is hosting a Light Rifle Match on Sunday, January 29.

Another item we are hosting is a Precision Pistol Clinic at our indoor range on Friday night, January 27. The clinic instructor is 3-time Olympian Jason Turner.

Silent Auction

Wed, 18 Jan 2017 16:01:07 GMT

A former member of our Association has donated a rather large amount of reloading supplies (components) and some equipment with the intent for us to sell these items to benefit the Association. These items will be listed on posters showing the item description, number available, and the starting bid price. Members can view these posters and write in their bid during regular designated shooting sessions at the JFMC, at the February meeting on February 20, 2017, and at the March meeting on March 20, 2017. Bidding will cease at the end of the meeting on March 20, 2017 and the highest bidders at that time will be declared winners. A notice will then be posted showing the days and times they can be paid for and picked up at the JFMC.

Indoor Range Closed Today, December 27

Tue, 27 Dec 2016 16:22:31 GMT

The indoor range will be closed today. Normal activities should resume tomorrow once the parking lot has been plowed. Please check the website before leaving in case unforseen circumstances force us to keep the range closed for a longer period of time. Thank you for your understanding.

New Year’s Eve Open House

Sun, 18 Dec 2016 16:23:39 GMT

For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

New Year’s Eve Open House

Sun, 18 Dec 2016 15:56:06 GMT

For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

December 2016

Thu, 01 Dec 2016 16:26:21 GMT

2016-17 Junior Marksmanship Program

Thu, 01 Dec 2016 16:24:24 GMT

Sponsored by the Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association (BMRPA).

Sign-up for the 2016-2017 BMRPA’s Junior Marksmanship Program will be December 8, 2016, at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center located at 4667 Skyway in south Bismarck (about 1.8 miles south of the airport) at 6:30 p.m.

Goals of the program are to learn firearms safety and marksmanship.

Juniors are also introduced to the shooting sports. Many of the juniors in this program have gone on to compete at state and national competitions including the National Junior Olympic Shooting Championships held each year at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

The program is for young adults 12 -20 years old.

The program will run through Thursday, March 16, 2017.

Our Junior Club Championship will be Saturday, March 18, 2017.

All the equipment for the program is provided, including rifles, spotting scopes, shooting jackets, gloves, slings, shooting mats, eye and ear protection.

This is the 24th year of the program.

Instruction for the program is provided by NRA Certified Instructors and Coaches.

Cost of the program is $40.

If you have any questions please call Tom or Tina Thompson at (701) 255-4601 or Mary Kay or Dave Tokach at (701) 663-8626. You can also email Tom Thompson by email.

November Cowboy Action Shooting Match

Wed, 09 Nov 2016 16:27:08 GMT

Please note that this month’s match has been moved to Saturday, November 12, and will take place at the outdoor range.

Work on the Main Firing Line

Sat, 15 Oct 2016 15:30:24 GMT

Please be advised, club members will be planting grass on the newly cosntructed impact berms today (October 15). We will be working in the action shgooting area as well as the main firing area. We hope to have the project completed by noon.

Work on the Cowboy Shooting Annex on Saturday, October 15

Wed, 12 Oct 2016 15:31:05 GMT

Howdy all, hope all is well. Just a note letting everyone know what is going on at the range and with the saloon. The new berm is going in and hopefully it will be done soon. As for the saloon, first of all thanks to all the guys that helped in setting the poles and lifting up the saloon front. That brings us to the next step. Being it is going to be a nice day this Saturday, we decided to see if we could get the floor on the saloon done, before the weather changes. So if anyone can help on Saturday, that would be great. The plan is to eat breakfast Saturday morning at Marlin’s truck stop (east end of Bismarck) at 7:30 a.m. and then go out to the range, starting work about 9:00 a.m.

Hope to see ya at the range!

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

Work on the Cowboy Shooting Annex on Saturday, October 15

Wed, 12 Oct 2016 15:04:41 GMT

Hope to see ya at the range!

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

Important Information

Thu, 29 Sep 2016 15:33:47 GMT

Indoor range

The parking lot has been resurfaced this week. The cracks were sealed and the entire lot resurfaced on Wednesday. So please DO NOT drive on the indoor parking lot until Friday in order for the parking lot surface to cure.

Outdoor range

A contractor is constructing new berms in the Action Shooting area. In addition, he will be adding dirt to some of the silhouette berms (the main firing area). He has the right-of-way at the outdoor range. The action area is closed until they are finished. The main firing area is closed if he is down range. Also, if you are firing from under the canopy, please be aware of equipment travel on the berms in the Action Shooting area. If equipment is on the berms (and for the most part, his equipment will be on the berms and visible from the main firing line), then the main firing line is also closed. The outdoor project should be completed this week.

Sorry for the inconvenience, but we are making a better and safer place to shoot.

Tom Thompson

17th Annual Sight In Days

Sun, 25 Sep 2016 15:41:24 GMT

Wind Break

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 15:44:54 GMT

We now have a wind break on the main firing line at the outdoor range.

Be sure to thank the crew who set it up when you see them!

Standing, from left to right: Ken Otto, John Horner, Dallas Quamme, Collin Weisz, Dave Tokach, Bob Cunningham, Rick Solberg. Kneeling, from left to right: Jim Vollmer, Don Granlie.

Help Needed at the Outdoor Range

Tue, 30 Aug 2016 16:13:42 GMT

This coming weekend is the annual RoughRider Roundup match and we need to get things ready for the big event! Work will start after 5:00 p.m., tonight and tomorrow evening (Tuesday and Wednesday). Time is short and we need everyone’s help. Thanks!

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

Help Needed at the Outdoor Range

Tue, 30 Aug 2016 15:13:36 GMT

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

Lever Action and Military Silhouette Match

Fri, 26 Aug 2016 16:17:08 GMT

Don Granlie will be running the match on Sunday. This means that in Jim’s absence, lunch will not be available. Please plan ahead and bring your own lunch.

Long Range in Use – August 30 and 31

Tue, 09 Aug 2016 16:17:49 GMT

The USDA will be using the long range in the morning of August 30 and 31. Please plan accordingly. Thank you.

Work Day at the Cowboy Annex

Wed, 13 Jul 2016 16:18:29 GMT

On Saturday, July 16, we will be working on the Cowboy Annex in preparation for the Roundup. If anyone wants to gives us a hand and get some volunteering hours in, come join us! We will start working at 10:00 a.m.

For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

Please Pick Up your Spent Cases

Wed, 06 Jul 2016 16:19:44 GMT

Please pick up your spent cases (even steel cases). We don’t have garbage service at the outdoor range. This would cost way to much money. Pick up your cases when you are finished for the day. Please!

Tom Thompson

Work Day at the Cowboy Annex

Fri, 24 Jun 2016 16:29:11 GMT

On Saturday, June 25, we will be working on the Cowboy Annex. Amongst other things, we will be spreading the crushed asphalt in front of the stages. If anyone wants to gives us a hand and get some volunteering hours in, come join us! We will start working at 10:00 a.m. For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

Work Day at the Cowboy Annex

Fri, 24 Jun 2016 15:19:30 GMT

North Dakota Junior Shooters

Mon, 11 Apr 2016 16:33:04 GMT

These are the North Dakota kids at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Co, for the National Junior Olympic Shooting Championships. The Junior Olympics started on Saturday, April 9, with the Men’s Air Rifle event. The events continue on Monday, April 11, with the Men’s smallbore rifle. Then the Women show up for Smallbore Rifle and Air Rifle. After the Women’s rifle events – the pistol shooters show up for Men’s and Women’s pistol events.

From left to right: Brady Fried (Bismarck – Bismarck/Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association), Jacob Vaagen (Devils Lake – Lake Region Shooting Sports Association), Brandon Alexander (Devils Lake- Lake Region Shooting Sports Association), and Brett Christianson (Casselton – Buffalo Sharpshooters).

Boy Scouts Merit Badge

Sun, 10 Apr 2016 16:35:00 GMT

What could be more fun than a bunch of Boy Scouts, rifles, coaches, and a couple thousand rounds of .22 rimfire ammo?

BMRPA Junior coaches and Advanced Juniors from the BMRPA Advanced Junior Marksmanship Program provided coaching and instruction on Thursday night (April 7) for area Boy Scouts working on their Shooting Merit badge.

The program runs Thursdays in April – however, the numbers attending this event are low this year – so we might finish earlier than usual. All equipment, including ammunition, is provided. The cost is $12.

If you know of some area Boy Scouts that would like to earn their Shooting Merit badge – have them contact Dave Tokach at (701) 663-8626 or Tom Thompson at (701) 255-4601 as soon as you can.

Pass the word. Thanks.

April 2016

Fri, 01 Apr 2016 16:37:43 GMT

Concealed Carry Practice at the Indoor Range

Wed, 30 Mar 2016 16:38:55 GMT

Do you have a concealed carry permit and would like to practice drawing from concealment, engaging targets and reloading? We will have the indoor range setup with drills and an IDPA type stage to practice with. This is not a competition. Any caliber handgun allowed at the indoor range is welcome. Because this is at a square range, no shoulder or cross-draw holsters allowed.

This event will be held on Monday, April 11, and is for the benefit of BMRPA members only and is free of charge. Please bring your membership card.

For more information, please contact Delmer Dyk at (701) 222-4194, between 6:00 and 10:00 p.m.

Open Shooting on March 24 and 25

Wed, 23 Mar 2016 16:40:02 GMT

Please note that tomorrow, Thursday, March 24, the indoor range will be opened from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Regular opening hours will resume next week.

Also note that the Open Shooting session previously scheduled on Friday, March 25, has been cancelled.

Outdoor Range Work Days – March 19 and 20

Mon, 14 Mar 2016 16:40:44 GMT

Last year we were talking about extending the rail road tie dividing berms at the outdoor range in order to allow for more down range movement. Well, we are going to get them done! Work days are scheduled on March 19 and 20 (this coming Saturday and Sunday). The holes have already been dug, so we just need man power to stack the rail road ties. We will have a bobcat on location to help. We need a good showing of people to get this project done. This is a good opportunity for you to get your volunteer hours in! There will be burgers served for dinner. If you need more information, don’t hesitate to give me a call at (701) 223-3085. Thanks!

Mike Ripplinger

Cowboy Action Shooting Match of March 5 Moving to the Outdoor Range

Sun, 06 Mar 2016 16:27:50 GMT

It’ll be a nice day on Saturday so we decided to enjoy it and move our match to the outdoor range. We start shooting at 12:00 p.m. (noon) and we will be shooting five stages. We hope to see you there!

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

Cowboy Action Shooting Match of March 5 Moving to the Outdoor Range

Thu, 03 Mar 2016 17:41:26 GMT

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

Juniors Medal at the Recently Completed State Junior Olympic Rifle and Pistol Championship Fired in Minot on January 16 and 17, 2016

Mon, 01 Feb 2016 17:43:33 GMT

From left to right: Amanda Hintz, Sophomore Bismarck High School, Gold medalist, Women’s 3-Position Smallbore Rifle – Jacob Langerud, Junior Legacy High School, Bronze Medalist, Men’s 3-Position Smallbore Rifle – Brady Fried, Sophomore Legacy High School, Gold Medalist, Men’s International Air Rifle – Lana Fairbanks, Senior Century High School, Silver Medalist, Women’s 3-Position Smallbore Rifle

The Gold Medalists (Amanda and Brady) will receive an invitation to attend the 23rd Annual National Junior Olympic Shooting Championships sponsored by USA Shooting. This event will be held at the Colorado Springs Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in April 2016.

Gold Medalists (the State Champions) and scores fired at the Automatic Invitation level (or very high scores) receive automatic invitations to attend the National Junior Olympics. Then, depending upon scores fired at other State Championship events from around the United States, invitations will be sent to additional competitors. The final scores from the state events should be tallied in the next few weeks and invitations will then be sent to the competitors.

These juniors are members of the Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association’s Junior Marksmanship Program. For additional information on the Junior Marksmanship program, please contact Tom Thompson at (701) 255-4601.

2015 United States Under 21/25 Young Eagles Team

Wed, 23 Dec 2015 17:46:11 GMT

This is the United States Under 21/25 Young Eagles team that competed last summer at the World Long Range Shooting Championship at Camp Perry, Ohio.

Kohl Klein from Bismarck – and in our Junior program – was a member of the Young Eagles Team. (second row from the front, fourth from the left)

New Year’s Eve Open House

Tue, 22 Dec 2015 17:57:14 GMT

2016 Calendar News

Mon, 14 Dec 2015 17:58:34 GMT

In the coming days, some of you will probably notice that the 2016 calendar information has disappeared. Please do not panic. Due to a recent software update, some issues with new calendar entries have surfaced. We are working hard to solve the problem and bring the coming year events back online.

Thank you for your understanding.

2016 Calendar News – Update

Mon, 14 Dec 2015 17:58:00 GMT

A solution has been found and it took care of the issue. The entry of next year’s events has resumed and should proceed without further problems.

December 2015

Tue, 01 Dec 2015 18:04:38 GMT

Signup for the 2015-16 Junior Marksmanship Program

Thu, 19 Nov 2015 19:03:18 GMT

Sponsored by the Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association.

Sign-up for the 2015-2016 Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association’s Junior Marksmanship Program will be December 3, 2015, at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center located at 4667 Skyway in south Bismarck (about 1.8 miles south of the airport) at 6:30 p.m.

Goals of the program are to learn firearms safety and marksmanship.

Juniors are also introduced to the shooting sports. Many of the juniors in this program have gone on to compete at state and national competitions, including the National Junior Olympic Shooting Championships held each year at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

The program is for young adults 12 -20 years old.

The program will run through Thursday, March 24, 2016.

Our Junior Club championship will be Saturday, March 26, 2016.

All the equipment for the program is provided including rifles, spotting scopes, shooting jackets, gloves, slings, shooting mats, eye and ear protection.

This is the 24th year of the program.

Instruction for the program is provided by NRA Certified Instructors and Coaches.

Cost of the program is $40.

If you have any questions please call Tom or Tina Thompson at 255-4601 or Mary Kay or Dave Tokach at 663-8626.

November Cowboy Action Shooting Match

Fri, 13 Nov 2015 19:04:12 GMT

Please note that this month’s Cowboy Action Shooting match will take place at the outdoor range.

Webmaster Needed to Start the New Year

Mon, 26 Oct 2015 18:06:46 GMT

We are looking for a new webmaster to maintain the club’s websites: BMRPA, Dakota RoughRiders, and RoughRider Roundup. Start date is January 2016. All three websites are done in WordPress. Main tasks include, but are not limited to:

Maintaining the activity calendars, making sure there are no conflicts and that all the information needed is obtained prior to posting.

Posting, in a timely manner, announcements, bulletins, and match results provided by the Executive Committee members or Discipline Chairs.

Maintaining the photo galleries.

Maintaining the Contact Us information.

Maintaining the forum’s memberships.

Making sure all the website software is updated to the latest versions and running smoothly.

Maintaining good practices for the security of the websites.

Training will be provided in order to ensure a smooth transition. This is a volunteer position. If you are interested, please contact Myriam Vennie at webmaster@bmrpa.org. Thank you.

BMRPA’s Promotional DVD – Material Needed

Wed, 21 Oct 2015 18:09:02 GMT

We are still waiting on some disciplines to provide their material (pictures and/or videos) for the club’s promotional DVD. The following disciplines are the ones for which recent material has not been provided:

Benchrest

Black Powder Cartridge Rifle

IHMSA

High Power Rifle

Silhouette

Smallbore

You have until November 1 to make sure your discipline is featured on the club’s promotional DVD.

Volunteers Needed

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 18:10:02 GMT

Saturday and Sunday, October 3 and 4 – 16th Annual Sight-in Days

This will be a two-day event. Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This is our annual Sight-in Days for the public to come out, sight in their hunting rifles, and take a look at our range. We need volunteers to help run the firing line and answers questions concerning the club. We can also use volunteers to help set up and clean the range on Friday, October 2, before the event. Contact Sam May at (701) 400-5409, or Tom Thompson at (701) 255-4601.

For all volunteers interested in helping out on Saturday, please join Tom Thompson and Sam May for breakfast at the North Krolls Kitchen (I-94/Hwy 83 location) at 6:30 a.m. This is a tradition we’ve been doing since our first sight-in days in 2000. Breakfast is on your own.

Friday, October 23 – 4-H State Match

Morton county 4-Hers are shooting at the indoor range on Friday, October 23, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We need volunteers to be safety officers and to score sheets. This is the first time they are doing this, so we should help them as much as we can. For more information, please contact Tom Thompson at (701) 255-4601 or Tom Liebel at (701) 226-3620.

Volunteers Needed

Fri, 25 Sep 2015 18:16:09 GMT

Indoor Range – Gutter cleaning

The east gutters at the indoor range have too much mud in them. We are looking for someone to volunteer to clean them. The gutters are only 4 feet above the ground.

Volunteers Needed

Thu, 24 Sep 2015 18:16:50 GMT

Indoor Range – Gutter cleaning

The east gutters at the indoor range have too much mud in them. We are looking for someone to volunteer to clean them. The gutters are only 4 feet above the ground.

Thursday, September 24 – Friends of NRA Banquet

The friends of the NRA are having their banquet on Thursday, September 24, and are looking for help to set up. Any BMRPA member that helps can count their hours as volunteer time. Set up starts at noon today. The banquet will be at the Baymont Hotel (was the 7 Seas) in Mandan. People can contact Steve at 390-4919 for more information.

Saturday and Sunday, October 3 and 4 – 16th Annual Sight-in Days

Friday, October 23 – 4-H State Match

16th Annual Sight In Days

Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:17:53 GMT

Volunteers Needed

Sat, 05 Sep 2015 18:18:41 GMT

Here are a few opportunities for you to accumulate your volunteer hours:

Saturday and Sunday, September 12 and 13 – NRA Long Range High Power Regional Championship

Volunteers are needed to assist set up and for help running the match. This is a two-day event. I can use a Pit Boss to help relay messages from the firing line, a Line Officer(s), and also a Stat person to post scores as competitors finish firing. NO EXPERIENCE is needed. Yup, we can train most anyone. For more information, or if you would like to volunteer, please contact Tom Thompson (701) 255-4601. THANKS!

Saturday and Sunday, October 3 and 4 – 16th Annual Sight-in Days.

September 2015

Tue, 01 Sep 2015 18:25:48 GMT

Completed Eagle Scout Project at the Outdoor Range

Tue, 01 Sep 2015 18:22:01 GMT

Brady Fried, Boy Scout from Troop 73 and member of the Junior Marksmanship program at the BMRPA, completed his Eagle Scout project on Saturday, August 29, at the Fried Family Marksmanship Complex with the help of several other troop members.

We, at the BMRPA, express our thanks to Brady, the members of Troop 73 who were involved, and to our club members who participated.

Brady Fried, Boy Scout from Troop 73

Troop 73

Volunteers Needed

Mon, 31 Aug 2015 18:27:08 GMT

Here are a few opportunities for you to accumulate your volunteer hours:

Thursday, September 3 – RoughRider Roundup Match (Outdoor Range)

The Cowboy Action Shooters are looking for help to set things up for their annual match. For more information, contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

Saturday and Sunday, September 12 and 13 – NRA Long Range High Power Regional Championship

Saturday and Sunday, October 3 and 4 – 16th Annual Sight-in Days.

Eagle Project on August 29

Thu, 27 Aug 2015 18:28:20 GMT

To the volunteers of my Eagle Project:

The start time on August 29 is 9 a.m.

The cement truck from Jmac will be arriving at the range around 9:30 a.m. Before the truck arrives we still have to put the wire mesh down. If I could get a couple people to come a half hour early to help with that, it would be appreciated (8:30 a.m.). If you have a pair of rubber boots, bring them in case we have to walk in the poured cement. The signs for the turns if you could see them last time, will be there again. Lunch will be provided when we are done pouring and finishing the cement. If you have any questions, you can call or text me at (701) 333-8538. Thank you for helping, and see you there.

Brady Fried

The Boy Scouts Have Started the Work at the Outdoor Range

Mon, 24 Aug 2015 18:29:42 GMT

The Handicap Access Ramp is under construction at the outdoor range! Plans are to place concrete this coming Saturday, August 29. The Boy Scouts and Brady could use a few volunteers for the project. Please contact Brady Fried at (701) 333-8538 if you can help out. Also, this is Brady’s Eagle project. A big THANKS goes out to Brady and the Boy Scouts!

Volunteers Needed

Wed, 19 Aug 2015 16:32:55 GMT

Thursday, September 3 – RoughRider Roundup Match (Outdoor Range)

The Cowboy Action Shooters are looking for help to set things up for their annual match. For more information, contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

Volunteers Needed

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 18:30:34 GMT

Here are a few opportunities for you to accumulate your volunteer hours:

Sunday, August 23 – ND IHMSA State Match (Outdoor Range)

Volunteers are needed to help set things up as well as for various other tasks. For more information, contact Ray Utter at (701) 595-1136.

Saturday, August 29 – Handicap Ramp Construction (Outdoor Range)

Volunteers are needed to help the Boy Scouts with the construction of the handicap ramp. For more information, contact Brady Fried at (701) 333-8538.

Thursday, September 3 – RoughRider Roundup Match (Outdoor Range)

The Cowboy Action Shooters are looking for help to set things up for their annual match. For more information, contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

North Dakota Folks at the 2015 World Long Range Championships

Wed, 12 Aug 2015 18:34:08 GMT

This photo is of North Dakotans shooting the 2015 World Long Range Championships.

From left to right:

Russ Theurer. He’s on the U.S. Palma team, and now lives someplace between Tennessee and California. He is originally from Carson, ND.

Mark Altendorf. Mark is in the United States Marines and is stationed in Quantico, Virginia. Mark is originally from the Minto/Grafton area and is a member of the USA Palma team.

Morgen Dietrich. Morgen works for John Deere and now lives in Iowa. Morgen is originally from Crystal, ND, and is a member of the USA Palma team.

Kohl Klein. He recently graduated from Century High School and will be attending Bismarck State College this fall. Kohl is on the USA U25 Palma team.

Tom Thompson. Tom is a civil engineer and works for the federal government. Tom is originally from Dickinson, but currently lives in Bismarck. Tom was shooting as an individual in the 2015 World Long Range Championships.

Folks from all over the world

Mon, 10 Aug 2015 18:37:03 GMT

These are the competitors I’m squadded with today, August 10. This is the 2015 World Long Range Rifle Championships.

From the left, these competitors are from Australia, Japan, Georgia (U.S.), New Zealand, and Canada.

The Team from the West Indies

Mon, 10 Aug 2015 18:35:26 GMT

This photo is of some of the team members from the West Indies rifle team. This team includes competitors from Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, Antigua, Barbados, and Bermuda.

Norwis Gomez (seated center in the red shirt) is the president of the West Indies Fullbore shooting council.

USA Under 21 and 25 at the USA Fullbore Championships, Camp Perry, Ohio

Fri, 07 Aug 2015 18:41:01 GMT

This is the USA Under 21 Team competing at Camp Perry Ohio. Part of the USA National Fullbore championships. Kohl Klein (junior from our club in Bismarck in the white cap) is coaching today.

This is the USA Under 21 and 25 team photo. These individuals are competing in the USA Fullbore championships this week.

Kohl Klein is in the front row, seventh from left to right.

Tomorrow (August 8) the World Long Range Championship starts. These individuals, along with other competitors from all over the world, will be firing the event.

Kohl Klein (junior from our club in Bismarck) and Tom Thompson (also from Bismarck) will be competing in the event.

Handicap Ramp Construction at the Outdoor Range

Sun, 19 Jul 2015 18:44:38 GMT

On August 22 and 29, starting at 8:00 a.m., the Boy Scouts will be constructing a handicap ramp behind the covered firing line. The main firing line, as well as the Cowboy Annex, will be open for shooting. However, be mindful of the work that will be going on.

For more information, please contact Dave Tokach at (701) 426-1773 or Tom Thompson at (701) 220-4601.

Cancellation – July 18 Action Pistol Match

Tue, 07 Jul 2015 18:45:38 GMT

The Action Pistol match of July 18 is cancelled. The next match will be on August 15 at the outdoor range.

Indoor Range Closed for Bullet Trap Maintenance on June 27

Sun, 14 Jun 2015 18:47:11 GMT

The indoor range will be closed from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. while the bullet trap crew empties the range scrap lead from the collection buckets

Any BMRPA member that would desire free range scrap lead for bullet casting, please contact Steve Allen by phone, (701) 226-0351, or by email for more information.

Outdoor Range Closure on Friday, June 12

Thu, 11 Jun 2015 18:48:15 GMT

Please note that the outdoor range will be closed from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12, so that preparations can take place for the 2015 ND Long Range State Championship. If you would like to help, please contact Tom Thompson at (701) 255-4601.

M.U.L.E.Y. Day Camp – Volunteers Needed

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 18:49:06 GMT

The 8th Annual M.U.L.E.Y. Day Camp will be held on July 11 at the outdoor range. We need volunteers in order to make this event successful: 3 people to man the pistol area, 3 people on the lever rifles, 1 or 2 safety people and, at least 2 people to promote the BMRPA.

This is a great opportunity to get your volunteer hours in. It’s also an excellent opportunity to bring the young generation into the firearms fraternity.

Please contact Jeff Bourgois via email to let him know you will help us.

BMRPA Monthly Meetings

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 18:49:41 GMT

Starting in July, we will hold only one meeting per month. The Executive Committee Meeting will be held on the 3rd Monday at the AMVETS. All members are welcome to attend.

Varmint Rifle Match Challenge

Mon, 25 May 2015 18:52:49 GMT

Ok, people. Here’s the challenge: Our counterpart in Minnesota has a member, Trent, who shot a 400-3x in their Varmint Rifle Match (click on the pictures to see the target’s details). His total score for two targets was 705. That’s the score to beat.

Next match is June 27. Bring your mojo!

Gary Vennie

Varmint Rifle Match – May

Sun, 17 May 2015 18:55:45 GMT

Another cold and windy spring day in good ol’ North Dakota. At least it didn’t rain and it wasn’t all that cold. For once, I got there before everyone else (put a gold star on the calendar!) I took advantage of the situation and got my zero and shot a good group, for all the good it did. Conditions are always changing out there.

In about an hour, people started to show up. I was pleased to see our core shooters and some new faces. Derle and Ryan came back for another go. Troy Dutchuk and Chad Banner tried their hand as well. As many of you know, it’s not an easy course to shoot. But, to paraphrase one of our shooters, “All trigger time is good time.”

There were 11 competitors this match. This time we had only three shooters in the Custom class. Usually, the AR class has only three to four. However, there were seven in AR and eight in Factory. That was a nice change.

Scores averaged a little lower this match but Tim, Collin, and Doug are still pulling lead with the high scores. Tom better get some practice in because his brother is doing some fine shooting.

Custom: Colin took 1st with a 565, Doug 2nd with 420, and Don came in 3rd with 200.

Factory: Tim topped out with a 440, Colin 2nd with 400, and Doug 3rd with 385.

AR: Doug in 1st with 360, Colin 2nd with 210, and Don 3rd with 205.

Next match is June 27. The match starts at 10:00 a.m. and you can sight in up to 9:30 a.m. Hope to see you there!

Gary Vennie

Changes due to weather

Fri, 15 May 2015 18:57:39 GMT

Due to the weather, this coming weekend’s schedule is modified as follows:

Saturday’s 2015 Approved 2700 Pistol match moves to the indoor range.

Saturday’s Cowboy Action Shooting match will be held as planned at the outdoor range.

Sunday’s Black Powder Cartridge Rifle match is cancelled.

New Meeting Location for the Board of Directors Monthly Meetings

Fri, 15 May 2015 18:56:50 GMT

Please note that our Board of Directors meetings will now be held at the VFW Club, 1235 S. 12th St, in Bismarck. You can join us to eat at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will start at 7:00 p.m.

Additional Stage on May 16!

Tue, 12 May 2015 16:44:40 GMT

We will be shooting five stages instead of four, so be sure to bring extra ammo!

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

Different Location for the Board of Directors Meeting on May 4

Sat, 02 May 2015 18:58:21 GMT

This month’s Board of Directors meeting will be held at the VFW Club, 1235 S. 12th St, in Bismarck. We are trying out this location. If you don’t feel like cooking supper, you can join us to eat at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will start at 7:00 p.m.

First Varmint Rifle Match of the Year – April

Tue, 14 Apr 2015 18:59:35 GMT

Saturday turned out to be a very good day to shoot. A bit windy, but no more so than usual at the range. We had 12 shooters, mostly in the custom class this time and many shooting more than one category.

We welcomed two new shooters to the match (Derle Marchus and Ryan Ivesdal) and hope they will return for many more.

Al Schirado was there to get some other practice in and decided to shoot the match with his Dasher. He would have done quite well had he not fired 20 shots into each target instead of the required 10! He took it in stride and we’ll try to let him live that one down.

After the match, Tim Liebel was mowing the grass on the Cowboy side and ran into a soft spot, sinking the tractor. Yours truly had tow straps, so I volunteered to tow him out. Not a good idea. Sank up to the axles, too. We enlisted Ryan to help. He got me pulled out and we doubled up the tow straps, hooked them to the tractor and pulled it out. My truck shimmied all the way home. Turned out that all the mud encrusted in my wheels was throwing off the balance. Blasting with a water stream fixed the problem.

Ok, ’nuff of the stories. Here are the results:

Custom

Collin took first with a score of 600 3x! David Rohrich came in second with 495 and Don Granlie took third with 480.

Factory

Tom Liebel got his .204 to bring him first place with a score of 420. Jim Vollmer placed second with 390 and Doug Kitzan took third with 335.

Doug Kitzan took first with a 430. Don Granlie was second with 150 and Collin Weisz took third with 115.

Thanks to all who participated! And to those who haven’t tried it yet, come join us. It makes for a fun day and good practice. Next match is May 9. The match starts at 10:00 a.m. and you can sight in up to 9:30 a.m.

Gary Vennie

New Date for the April Lever Action and Military Silhouette Match

Sun, 12 Apr 2015 19:00:27 GMT

Please note that the match has been moved to Saturday, April 25.

Official Bulletin for the 2015 BMRPA Junior Club Championship

Mon, 30 Mar 2015 19:04:55 GMT

Sponsored by: Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association

Fired on March 27, 2015

Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2015 Club Championship. Our 2015 Club Champion is Lana Fairbanks. Lana fired a new club championship score of 395/400. This score surpasses Lana’s own club record of 393/400 that she set on March 22, 2014. In the Intermediate-Junior category, Jacob Langerud led the way with a 388-19x. Amanda Hintz fired a 386-14x for second place Intermediate-Junior. Karsten Klein was the first place Sub-Junior firing a 375-9x, Sarah Bruschwein was second with a 345-8x and Tyler Jose was the third Sub-Junior with a 289-4x. Lana also equaled the Junior Club Championship record of 97/100 in the Standing position, and she established a new Junior Club Championship record for the kneeling position of 99-8x.

The team match winners were Alyssa Schiwal and Preston Eagleson firing an excellent score of 325-11x. Just behind them in second place was Brady Fried and Peyton Eagleson with a 311-5x, and our third place team was Karsten and Talon Ames with a 308-8x. Congratulations to all the competitors that participated in our 2015 Club Championship event.

This season we had 2 juniors receive their Junior Smallbore Distinguished Award. Brady Fried fired his final qualifying scores at the December (2014) match in Grand Forks, and Karsten Klein fired his final qualifying score at the Open Sectional match in Grand Forks on March 21, 2015. Congratulations to these competitors. Brady and Karsten become the 26th and 27th Junior Distinguished Smallbore Riflemen in our club since our Junior program started back in 1993.

Congratulations to Brady Fried and Lana Fairbanks on qualifying for the Junior Olympic National Shooting Championships held at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado. These competitors fired qualifying scores at the State Junior Olympic qualifying match in Minot in January. Brady will be heading to the Olympic Training Center in late April for this national competition. Lana will not be making the trip this year as she will be attending a program at the University of North Dakota. The Junior Olympic Shooting Championships brings out the very best young marksman in the United States. Junior Olympic qualifying scores have been going up over the years. It takes some hard effort and dedication in practice sessions and matches in order to get your skill level up to the level necessary to fire qualifying scores. It’s quite the honor to be invited to attend this event. Hold hard and shoot well Brady!

This completes the 23rd year of our Junior Marksmanship program and I think it was another great season. We had 10 juniors attend the Fall Advanced Marksmanship Program, and we had a lot of new shooters in the winter session. We had several of our advanced juniors attend a 3-day 3-position air rifle clinic this past October at our club here in Bismarck. Many of our junior competitors attended events in Bismarck, Minot, Devils Lake, Grand Forks and Ayr (North Dakota). It seems it’s always such a long season – but it’s over quick.

As stated, many of our juniors attended several events this season, but for some of you, our club championship was your first match. I hope everyone enjoyed the match and the program this year and I hope you had some success along the way. For shooters, this doesn’t mean you necessarily piled up medals or trophies – although that is fun to do. Success is really measured in your ability to achieve your goals. When I think of success and goals – I think of what Karsten what did at the Open Sectional and the State Match last weekend in Grand Forks. On the Sectional Match day – Karsten fired a personal best for 40 shots, fired a perfect score of 100 on a kneeling target (we shooters call that a clean), won the Marksmanship Class AND fired his final qualifying score for his Distinguished award. Now that was a fairly successful day – however, all Karsten could talk about was the perfect score he fired on the kneeling card – he had never done one of those before. Success is measured in many ways – you may not have had the best score on the bulletin sheet – but if you achieve your goals at a match – that is success. For some of you just getting up to the firing line and making it through your first match is success. I hope to see all of you on the firing line for many more matches.

Be sure to thank our coaches and others that helped with the program including Tina (my very significant other half), Dave and Mary Kay Tokach, Walt Fairbanks, Tom Headrick and Dave Bruschwein. I would also like to thank Tom and Melody Schiwal, Dave Hintz, Sandy Fried, Tim Klein, and all the other parents that helped out with preparing lunches for our events, scoring targets, data entry, posting scores, and setting up and taking down the range for practices and matches. It takes a lot of volunteer time and effort to put on this program and I appreciate everyone’s help.

I hope to see everyone back for the Advanced Junior Marksmanship program this fall. The advanced program is for juniors that intend to compete in 2015-16 shooting events including the State Junior Olympic Qualifier match usually held in Minot in January, 2016. The sign-up session will be sometime around 6:30 pm, Thursday, September 24, 2015. That’s it for this season and I hope to see everyone back next season. Until then, take care and good shooting!

Coach Thompson

Boy Scouts Rifle Merit Badge

Mon, 30 Mar 2015 19:03:54 GMT

Official Bulletin for the 2015 North Dakota Junior 4-Position State Championship and the NRA Junior 4-Position Sectional Championship

Mon, 16 Mar 2015 19:08:06 GMT

Sponsored by the Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association and the National Rifle Association

Fired on March 14 and 15, 2015

Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2015 North Dakota Junior 4-Position State Championship and the NRA Junior 4-Position Sectional match and thanks to all that helped me put on this event again this year. Thanks to Melissa Langer, Tim Klein, Tom and Melody Schiwal, Dave Hintz, Walt Fairbanks, Sandy Fried and Bob Cunningham, and the other parents that helped set up and take down the range, score targets, post scores, data entry, set and retrieve targets and donate food (that was some great mac-n-cheese by Tom Schiwal and pulled pork by Sandy Fried on Saturday! – I only got ONE helping of the pulled pork – but I was assured by Tina that I will make it). Again, I really appreciated everyone’s efforts – this helps me to keep the event going (even on my time schedule) and get things done when everyone pitches in.

Congratulations to our 2015 Junior State Champion: Katie Zaun. Katie fired an excellent score of 395-29x. Katie is in the Sub-Junior category – this is an excellent score for a Sub-Junior competitor. Last year we had 6 competitors for scores of 390 or better – this year we had 6 competitors fire scores of 390 or better in the State match and 10 – 390+ scores in the Sectional match – this is outstanding. Brett Christianson and Katie Zaun also fired 100-10x prone scores which equals the Junior 4-Positon state record. There were also 22 10-shot target cleans this weekend including 18 prone, 2 sitting, one kneeling and one STANDING! Overall, there was some very impressive marksmanship by many of the competitors this weekend.

State Championship Team scores were also impressive. The Buffalo Sharpshooter – Girls with firing members Mari Butler, Emily Haag, Megan Tichy and Katie Zaun fired a 1565-93x for the win.

In the Sectional Championship, Mari Butler fired an impressive 396-28x for the gold medal. Katie Zaun fired a 394-28x for the silver medal and Tyler Linneman fired a 392-25x for the bronze medal.

The Buffalo Shartpshooters – Girls also took the sectional team match firing a very impressive 1572-100x which is an excellent team score. This is a 393-25x average per team member. It will be interesting to see how this score fairs when the national results are posted in late May or early June. Results are posted on the NRA Competitions web site. Be sure to start checking the NRA web page in late May for the posting of the Junior Sectional Championship scores.

Overall it was a great weekend with many juniors firing excellent scores and a lot of personal bests. We had 27 competitors in the matches this weekend. Congratulations to all – keep up the hard work and again – don’t forget to have fun. Pass the word on to your other team members on their home ranges and encourage them to come out and participate in these events.

The 2015 smallbore season is moving fast to its conclusion. In just a couple weeks, it will be over (except for the spring outdoor match). I’ve listed the remaining upcoming events for this season below. Look at your calendar, make your plans and give the match contact a call now!

I plan to have all the awards with me next weekend in Grand Forks – so you might as well come to Grand Forks and get your award – and while you’re there you might as well shoot the Open 4-Position State Championship and Open Sectional match – call Denny Coulter now!

Thanks to all and good shooting – Tom Thompson, 701-255-4601

Indoor Range Bullet Trap Scrap – New Policy

Wed, 18 Feb 2015 20:09:37 GMT

A motion was made, seconded and carried in regards to the disposition of the scrap lead from the bullet trap:

The bullet trap crew (anyone who helps with the trap’s clean up) can get scrap lead for free.

BMRPA members can purchase it at market value.

Whatever is left will be sold to Northern Recycling for market value.

For more information, please contact Steve Allen at (701) 226-0351 or send him an email.

USPSA Action Pistol Shooting Training Class

Mon, 16 Feb 2015 20:10:28 GMT

The Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association will be hosting a training session for USPSA action pistol shooting. This is a perfect class for anyone who is interested in getting into this sport, or any currently shooting and interested in improving.

WHEN

Sunday, March 1

Noon to approximately 4:00 p.m.

COST

$20

WHERE

At the BMRPA indoor range: 4667 Sky Way, Bismarck.

INSTRUCTOR

Canon Kroh

The class will consist of both classwork and range time. You will need eye and ear protection.

Bring your shooting gear if you have it (guns, mags, belt, ammo). It is not necessary to bring gear, we will have some you can borrow. Bring a box of 40 S&W ammo if you want to shoot.

This course will NOT cover IDPA, self defense, tactical, or duty tactics. It is strictly focused on shooting USPSA action pistol matches – shooting fundamentals, rules, stage strategies and planning, maximizing efficiency. The preliminary itinerary is below.

You don’t need to be registered to show up, but it will make it easier for us to plan, so please send a message via email to let us know if you are coming.

Thanks.

– Brian Stonecipher

12:00 p.m. (noon) – 2:00 p.m. – Classroom (no firearms allowed, only plugged barrels or training aids)

Introduction

Mission statement, caveats

Safety (classroom and range)

USPSA (speed vs accuracy)

Importance of dry fire practice (muscle memory)

Grip / Stance

Draw efficiency / reload efficiency

Efficiency of movement (shooting while moving / reloading on the move)

Equipment

Ammo selection

Physiological limitations (sleep / glycemic levels)

No shoots / mikes (score vs speed and accuracy)

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Practical (range)

Walkthrough (visualize the plan)

Learn from others (video others, select a mentor)

Test your plan, memorize your plan, don’t deviate from your plan

Difficulty vs skill level

Fields of fire

Pie the corners

Advance / retreat but don’t cover same ground unnecessarily

Efficiency of movement

Time saving techniques

Closed for Bullet Trap Maintenance on January 31

Tue, 20 Jan 2015 20:12:01 GMT

The indoor range will be closed from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. while the bullet trap crew empties the range scrap lead from the collection buckets

Any BMRPA member that would desire free range scrap lead for bullet casting, please contact Steve Allen by phone, (701) 226-0351, or by email for more information.

December 2014

Thu, 01 Jan 2015 20:13:58 GMT

RoughRiders Meeting

Thu, 25 Dec 2014 18:05:59 GMT

Howdy to all and Merry Christmas! Hope all is well. Just a little note that we will be having a DRR meeting on Saturday, January 17, at the indoor range. We will start with breakfast at 8:30 a.m., followed by the meeting. Please download a copy of the agenda and look it over. We need everyone’s input so I hope everyone can make it.

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

New Year’s Eve Open House

Tue, 23 Dec 2014 20:17:54 GMT

For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

New Year’s Eve Open House

Tue, 23 Dec 2014 19:04:56 GMT

For more information, please contact Mike Ripplinger at (701) 223-3085.

December Action Pistol Match

Tue, 16 Dec 2014 20:19:25 GMT

December 13 was our 2nd match of the indoor season. We had 27 shooters from Bismarck, Jamestown, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Minot, Napoleon, and Fargo. The overall match winner was BMRPA member Del Ray Bergan.

This was the first match where we did not use paper scoring. The Practiscore software app was used. Scores were entered on to the master device, a Samsung Galaxy Tablet connected to a internet-less router, which allowed all other shooters to network in and get live scoring updates during the match.

Here’s the other results:

Open: Del Ray Bergan (Bismarck)

Top shooters for each division:

Limited: Jason Simes (Minot)

Limited 10: Paul Hamers (Napoleon)

Production: Canon Kroh (Fargo)

Revolver: Larry Manning (Grand Forks)

Single Stack: Cole Potts (Jamestown)

High Law Enforcement: Dan Brown (Dickinson)

High Senior: Bill Truchan (Dickinson)

High Super Senior: James Moench (Bismarck)

Stage winners: Chris Levorsen (Fargo), Del Ray Bergan (3)

Annual Club Meeting at the AMVETS

Fri, 12 Dec 2014 20:20:35 GMT

Please note that our annual meeting will take place at the AMVETS (2402 Railroad Avenue, Bismarck) on December 15. The meeting will start at 7:00 p.m. You can have supper at the AMVETS prior to the meeting, but note that their service is slow, so be there early enough.

Signup for the 2014-15 Junior Marksmanship Program

Fri, 28 Nov 2014 20:21:43 GMT

Sponsored by the Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association

Sign-up for the 2014-2015 Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association’s Junior Marksmanship Program will be December 4, 2014, at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center located at 4667 Skyway in south Bismarck (about 1.8 miles south of the airport) at 6:30pm.

Goals of the program are to learn firearms safety and marksmanship.

The program is for young adults 12-20 years old.

The program will run through Thursday, March 19, 2015.

Our Junior Club championship will be Saturday, March 21, 2015.

All the equipment for the program is provided including rifles, spotting scopes, shooting jackets, gloves, slings, shooting mats, eye and ear protection.

This is the 23rd year of the program.

Instruction for the program is provided by NRA Certified Instructors and Coaches.

Cost of the program is $40.

If you have any questions please call Tom or Tina Thompson at (701) 255-4601 or Mary Kay or Dave Tokach at (701) 663-8626.

November Action Pistol Match

Tue, 18 Nov 2014 20:22:36 GMT

November 15 marked the start of our indoor season for Action Pistol Shooting. The match saw 27 competitors from Bismarck, Jamestown, Dickinson, Fargo, and Minot. Here are the results:

Overall match champ: Mike Rolland (Open)

Top shooters for each division:

Open: Mike Rolland, Deane Graves

Limited: Canon Kroh, Dan Brown, Jason Simes

Limited 10: Tim Hagedorn, Brian Stonecipher, Paul Hamers

Production: Tony Bjerke, Bruce Potts, Rob Moyle

Revolver: Mark Metz, Tom Knudson, Lori Metz

Single Stack: Grant Baker, Cole Potts, Tom Liebel

High Lady: Lori Metz

High Law Enforcement: Rob Moyle

High Senior: Dan Brown

Stage winners: Canon Kroh (stage 1); Mike Rolland (stages 2, 3, 4)

Brian Stonecipher

Club Memberships

Sat, 08 Nov 2014 19:10:59 GMT

The Dakota RoughRiders now offer membership benefits. You can get all the detail on our membership page.

Varmint Rifle Match – October

Thu, 23 Oct 2014 19:23:57 GMT

This year has been a good one with lots of competitors and some good matches. Last month had the most shooters of the year at a single match. Normally, the last match is in September but, I had requests to hold one in October. Although we had a showing of 6 die-hards, the scores were the highest of any match of the season. The weather was a bit cool but tolerable. The wind was manageable, running about 10 mph from the south. Not an unpleasant day, all things considered.

The wind is always a factor, especially at our range. The lighter bullets, although zipping along at faster rates than the big calibers are more affected. A full value wind at 10 mph will throw a .204 60 gr. bullet off by 3 inches at 200 yds. Compare that to only one inch for a .308 and you can see why, in general, the bigger calibers are getting the higher scores. That’s not to say the small calibers won’t score just as high, it’s just that the ability to read the wind correctly is critical.

There is, also, the issue of aerodynamic jump. A bullet will tend to yaw into a full value wind. The gyroscopic spin will then tend to move the impact up or down, depending on the direction of the wind. There’s more to precision shooting than just sighting in and pulling the trigger!

Here’s hoping next year will bring good weather for all the matches.

Here are the winners of the October match:

Custom: Collin Weisz 1st place, Don Granlie 2nd, and Doug Kitzan 3rd.

Factory: Doug Kitzan 1st place, Don Granlie 2nd, and Collin Weisz 3rd.

AR: Don Granlie 1st place, and Doug Kitzan 2nd. There were only 2 shooters in the AR class.

Thanks to all who participated this year. See you all next year!

Gary

Action Pistol Match cancelled

Mon, 13 Oct 2014 19:24:59 GMT

The October 25 Action Pistol Match is cancelled. The next match will be on November 15.

Volunteer Needed – Media Relations

Wed, 08 Oct 2014 19:25:40 GMT

We are in need of a volunteer to take care of the Association’s media relations. If you are interested, please contact Tom Liebel at (701) 226-3620 or Karen Karls at (701) 258-6836.

Outhouse Maintenance

Thu, 02 Oct 2014 19:26:14 GMT

On Monday or Tuesday (October 6 or 7), the Turd Burglar will visit the outdoor range to clean up the outhouse tank. If you are shooting on the long range side when he shows up, please give him the right of way so he can do the job. This service is graciously provided for free by the Turd Burglar, so let’s make sure we make their life easier. Thank you.

15th Annual Sight In Days

Sat, 27 Sep 2014 19:28:35 GMT

Varmint Rifle Match – September

Mon, 15 Sep 2014 19:29:24 GMT

We had a heck of a match today. Sixteen shooters shooting multiple categories. I sure wasn’t prepared for that! I had to rework the scoreboard a couple of times and jockey shooters around. Thanks to the cooperation of the competitors, we got it sorted out.

I had new targets printed for this match and they seemed to work out well. They’re heavier paper and the silhouettes are orange instead of black. Now, you can see your bullet holes in the critters. I also had small sheets printed with a miniature target on them to help shooters keep track of which critter was shot. Still getting cross-fires though. I have a feeling that is going to be a regular problem. People tend to get in the zone and forget to check their target number after recoil.

Collin Weisz did a number on my head. As you can see from the tally sheet, he shot two different rifles in the Custom class, shooting one of them during the Factory relay. Nothing in the rules says you can’t. We just never ran into the situation. Sure messed with my head for a bit!

Bob Cunningham did something I’ve not seen before. He loaded his .38-40 bullet first and then charged a case, placing the powdered case into the chamber and closing the breech. Unfortunately, it’s doesn’t seem to be a method well suited to a timed match. Kudos for trying, Bob.

We had four youth shooters, three of whom shot two youth categories. Jalen Granlie had his factory rifle sighted in for 200 yards so, he decided to shoot with the adults.

The wind and the temperature weren’t bad. Everyone seemed to improve their scores considerably on the second target.

Collin took 1st and 3rd in Custom with Doug Kitzan taking 2nd.

Tom Liebel more than doubled his first score on the second target giving him 1st place in Factory class. Shane Roe took 2nd and Tim Liebel came in 3rd.

In the AR class, Dave Hintz took 1st, Doug Kitzan 2nd and “Two-gun” Collin Weisz took 3rd.

In Youth Factory, it was Trevor Howard in 1st, Amanda Hintz in 2nd and Rylee Ferguson taking 3rd.

In Youth AR, Rylee Ferguson took 1st, Amanda Hintz in 2nd and Jalen Granlie taking 3rd.

A big thanks to all for participating and helping out with scoring and target changes. There will be a final match for the season on October 18. If you’re not out hunting, see you there!

Gary Vennie

A Big Thank You!

Wed, 03 Sep 2014 18:15:29 GMT

I would like to say to all the Dakota RoughRiders thank you so much for making the Roundup such a wonderful three-day cowboy shoot. Thanks for all your help, it was a SUCCESS. Also, a big thank you to all the shooters that traveled from out of town to join us for our first Roundup. We also have to say thank you to all the volunteers that helped and finally, we have to say a big thank you to Myriam (Thunder Wolf) for all the work that she did in designing and putting all the shooter packets together and also putting up our Roundup website. This whole thing would not be possible without all of your help so from the bottom of my heart: THANK YOU!

Mike “Rod-Iron-Rip” Ripplinger

Outdoor Range Strictly Reserved for the Roughrider Roundup 3-day Match

Wed, 27 Aug 2014 19:30:48 GMT

Please note that from Thursday morning (August 27) to Monday morning (September 1), the outdoor range is reserved for the 1st Roughrider Roundup Annual Match. No other disciplines and/or club members will be allowed to use the range during that period of time. It is exclusively reserved for the Cowboy Action Shooters. Thank you for your understanding.

CANCELLATION – August’s Varmint Rifle Match

Fri, 22 Aug 2014 19:31:24 GMT

Due to the heavy rain forecast, this month’s Varmint Rifle Match is cancelled. The next match will be on Sunday, September 14.

State Cowboy Lever Action Match – Bullet Restriction

Thu, 21 Aug 2014 19:34:36 GMT

Please note that the LEVERevolution® bullets will not be allowed at the State Cowboy Lever Action Silhouette Match on September 28. This is a ruling from the NRA.

Level 1 Pistol Coach Course in Fargo

Thu, 21 Aug 2014 19:33:04 GMT

There is an exciting opportunity coming up in early September. Steve Faught (Assistant National Olympic Team coach; NRA/USAS/CMP National Coach Development Staff, Pistol; NRA/USAS/CMP Level 4 International Pistol Coach) will be holding a NRA/USAS/CMP Level 1 Coach class on September 6-7.

Steve is an active pistol competitor (holding several NRA “Master” Classifications) and has extensive experience coaching people at all ages and all skill levels from beginner to Olympic and Para-Olympic marksmen and women.

This class is intended for beginner to intermediate coaches and covers the basics of coaching and interacting with athletes while maintaining a safe environment.

A tentative agenda for the class is attached . The cost for the class is $100 (which is the cost of the manual).

Location

Red River Regional Marksmanship Center

640 16th St NE

West Fargo, ND 58078

For more information, or to register for the class, please contact Rob Sailer via email or by phone at (701) 541-6427.

Meetings in September

Sun, 17 Aug 2014 19:35:13 GMT

The Board of Directors meeting will be held on September 8, at the indoor range, at 7:00 p.m. (second Monday).

The Monthly Club Meeting will be held on September 22 at the AMVETS Club; arrangements are pending (fourth Monday).

Call for Volunteers

Fri, 15 Aug 2014 19:35:50 GMT

Volunteers needed to steam clean shooting mats at indoor range. Contact Dave Tokach at (701) 426-1773 or Tom Thompson at (701) 220-4601.

Call for Volunteers

Thu, 14 Aug 2014 19:37:00 GMT

To all BMPRA members:

We are looking for volunteers to help serve meals at the Roughrider Roundup during Labor Day weekend (August 29-31).

It’s an easy way to get your eight hours of volunteer time in!

If you’re interested, please contact Rod-Iron-Rip (Mike Ripplinger) at (701) 223-3085 and leave a message, or send him an email.

Call for Volunteers

Thu, 14 Aug 2014 18:17:14 GMT

To all BMPRA members:

We are looking for volunteers to help serve meals at the Roughrider Roundup during Labor Day weekend (August 29-31).

It’s an easy way to get your eight hours of volunteer time in!

If you’re interested, please contact Rod-Iron-Rip (Mike Ripplinger) at (701) 223-3085 and leave a message, or send him an email.

CANCELLATION – Action Pistol Match

Tue, 12 Aug 2014 19:37:30 GMT

Please note that the Action Pistol Match which was scheduled for this weekend (August 16) has been cancelled.

Varmint Rifle Match – July

Mon, 21 Jul 2014 19:39:29 GMT

It was an excellent day for our match. The weather couldn’t have been better; cooler than predicted and little wind.

We had 12 shooters, mostly our regulars and two new faces: Stew Naaden and Bob Cunningham. The weather seems to have improved the scores. The competitors were running some high ones this match.

In the Custom class, David Rohrich took first place with a 590. Don Granlie took second with 375 and Sam May brought up third with 370.

In the Factory class, Tom Liebel made a big comeback from the first match, taking first place with a 520. Doug Kitzan took second with 505 using his 6.5 Creedmore. Tom’s brother, Tim, took third with 360.

With only three shooters in the AR class, everyone placed. Sam May took first with 325, Jaylen Granlie took second with 300 (nice going Jaylen!), and Doug Kitzan took third with 210.

Jim Vollmer suggested we use fluorescent orange instead of black for our silhouettes. I’ll look into the possibility. He would also like to see a small target to use as a way for a shooter to keep track of which silhouettes he has shot. Probably a good idea since it’s easy to lose track. I’ll look into that as well.

See you at the next match, on August 23!

Gary

Help Needed! MVSSA-NRA Family Fun Day

Sun, 20 Jul 2014 19:41:06 GMT

We’re in need of volunteers for this event which will be held on Saturday, July 26, at the outdoor range. Right now we have just enough volunteers to man the tables, but no one to spell anyone for a break. It’d be great if we could get enough to relieve each shooting site every couple of hours and be able to get out of the heat.

Send me an email if you can help out. Thank you.

Al Schirado

Call for Volunteers for the M.U.L.E.Y. Day Camp

Tue, 01 Jul 2014 21:05:20 GMT

We are looking for volunteers to help on Saturday, July 12. The event starts at 10:00 a.m. We are looking for help with .22 pistol, .22 lever rifle, as well as safety people. For more information, please contact Jeff Bourgois at (701) 224-0797 or send him an email.

Varmint Rifle Match – June 2014

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 21:11:27 GMT

Sorry for the posting delay, everyone. My bad.

We had 10 shooters for the June match. With bad weather in the forecast, it was iffy whether we’d get any shooters at all.

A hearty welcome to two new competitors, Steve Farnsworth and Dave Stuhr. We hope you come back for the next match.

The weather held off until the AR segment. Having only three shooters in the class, we put both targets up. The rain held back until we went to retrieve the targets. What a mess. By the time we got to the target frames, the targets were on the ground and soaked. We handled them carefully and managed to get scores from them.

Our top shooters for the month were: David Rohrich, Robert Fisher and Doug Kitzan taking the first, second and third, respectively in the Custom Class. In the Factory Class, Jay McNamara, Tim Liebel and Doug Kitzan took the top 3 places. In the AR class, it was Jay, me and Doug, in that order.

Let’s hope the July match will have better weather!

Gary

Work Day at the Outdoor Range – Volunteering Opportunity

Mon, 16 Jun 2014 21:13:16 GMT

We will be doing some work at the outdoor range on June 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Jim Vollmer at (701) 226-4151.

Official Bulletin – 2014 North Dakota Long Range State Championship

Thu, 12 Jun 2014 21:15:27 GMT

Sponsored by the Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association.
Fire on June 7 and 8, 2014.

Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2014 North Dakota Long Range State Championship and Palma matches on June 7 and 8. What a great turnout. We had 25 competitors fire the Registered Palma match and 32 competitors fire the State Championship Match. I believe both of these are record attendance for long range matches in our State. Saturday was one of the exceptional weather days at the range – nice temps and a very light breeze. But, as it always seems at our events in Bismarck, Sunday got even as winds went into that 25 mph stuff on Sunday afternoon. However, we did avoid getting wet – always a big plus.

I would really like to thank Steve Allen – our Line Officer, Bob Cunningham – Pit Officer, and Dave Hintz who did our stats on Saturday. As always, I really appreciate the volunteer effort from these guys. Not only does this give me an opportunity to compete in the match, but by having this many folks volunteering at the match – it helps everything run a lot smoother and helps us all get through the day a bit quicker. Be sure to say thanks to these guys if you see them at the range. I would also like to thank Coby Dalgliesh and Russ Theurer that helped me a few days before the match mowing the range, re-facing targets, and getting things ready. I also had a nice crew with Russ, Coby, Taylor Boeshans, Kohl Klein, and Rand McLeod (and others) helping to get the range ready Saturday morning with targets, benches, pit kits and number boards. There’s always a lot to do before and after these events. Make sure you also thank these guys when you see them at other events this summer.

Congratulations to our 2014 State Champions – Russ Theurer (Conventional) with a score of 779-21x, Brian Suhr (F-Open Class) with a 781–25x. This is a new state record for the 80-shot State Match with the F-Open rifle. The previous record score of 770-18x was fired by Brian on June 12, 2011. This is an excellent score fired in the conditions of Sunday afternoon. Good shooting Brian. A relatively new competitor, Drew Rutherford, won the F-Target Rifle Class with a 748-13x. After the match I was talking with Drew – he first pulled a trigger in August, 2013. Seems he’s come a long way in just 10 months. Great shooting Drew!

Tom Thompson won the Palma match (conventional) on Saturday with a 442-16x. This is a new state record surpassing Tom’s record of 434-15x fired on July 7, 2012. Brain Suhr won the F-Open class firing a 444-21x. This is also a new state record breaking Craig Suhr’s record of 440-13x fired on July 7, 2012. Finally, Ervin Morse took the F-Target Rifle class in the Palma match firing a 429-11x.

I know there are a few folks that haven’t had time to join the State Association – that is the North Dakota Shooting Sports Association. NDSSA is the official NRA affiliated state organization of North Dakota. In addition to sanctioning our State Championship events, NDSSA has also supported and passed some very pro-Gun state legislation over the years including strengthening the right to keep and bear arms (1984), “Shall Issue” or carry conceal (1985), sport shooting range protection (1999), hunting, trapping, and fishing heritage (2000), Firearms Limited Liability (2001), CCW information may not be released to the pubic (2005) and strengthened the “Castle Law”. Kinda makes you wonder why EVERY North Dakotan is not a member of this State Association. Strength is in numbers – PLEASE JOIN NOW. (I ran this paragraph in last year’s match report – seemed like such great information – so I ran it again).

Once again, we are in the heart of the High Plains High Power Summer Shoot’in Season. Summers are slow to come and leave fast up here – so if you’re going to shoot – shoot – don’t wait around to “get ready” – because in a couple months the summer will be over and you will have missed another season. So – as I always suggest – check the calendar and start making plans to shoot some (or all) the matches this summer. Two of our four High Power events are done for the year at our club – so if you have some buddies that are considering shooting this summer – you can tell them that they’ve missed half of the season in Bismarck already!

If you have never fired an over-the-course match – I would suggest firing (as least) the M1 Garand match that will be held during the Regional Championship in Grand Forks on June 29, and then stay around for the Leg Match – give it a try. Also – there are AR-15’s available for lease to High Power competitors that are residents of North Dakota and paid up members of the State Association. Contact someone on the State Association for details (such as me).

The remaining summer schedule follows. Our next event will be the M1 Garand, Palma and 80 shot over-the-course matches on July 5 and 6. This year, our July M1 Garand Match will be the first annual Bismarck/Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association’s M1 Garand Club Championship match. Anyone is welcome to attend and anyone can win our M1 Garand Club Championship. Any vintage military rifle, in accordance with the CMP rules will be eligible to compete in our Club Champ (M1 Garand, Springfields, Enfields, etc.). However, modern military rifles such as the M1A, M14, or AR-15 won’t be eligible to win the match – but you can still shoot for score and the CMP award pins. Get an M1 Garand and try out a match – you’ll have fun.

Finally, mark your calendar for the 1000 yard NRA Regional match that will be held at our range on September 6 and 7. It would be nice to see about 40 (or more) competitors at this event. Pass the word on to your shooting buddies and see if you can get them out to a Long Range High Power event – or an over-the-course match, M1 Garand, etc., etc.

Thanks again and hope to see all of you on the firing line.

(You can also download a PDF of this bulletin which includes dates for upcoming matches)

Tom Thompson

Updated Outdoor Range Regulations

Thu, 05 Jun 2014 21:16:21 GMT

We have updated our regulations for the outdoor range . Please take a moment to review them and make sure we keep shooting at the BMRPA a fun and safe activity for everybody. Thank you.

Handgun Silhouette (IHMSA) Clinics and Fun Shoot

Thu, 29 May 2014 21:20:13 GMT

The clinics will be held at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center on Saturday, May 31, 2014, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

The Handgun Silhouette Fun Shoot will be held at the Fried Family Marksmanship Complex on Saturday, May 31, 2014, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

These events are open to junior shooters and senior shooters, and everyone in between, even shooters with limited mobility! You don’t need to attend the Clinics to participate in the Fun Shoot.

Clinic

We will go over the basics of Handgun Silhouette shooting.

The different calibers of handguns allowed and examples.

What handguns are normally used and examples.

What the targets are and their distances.

Examples of shooting positions.

Tips on how to hit the targets.

Discussion on reloading for Handgun Silhouette.

Fun Shoot

A chance to experience the fun of handgun silhouette shooting.

Cost

All events are free.

For more information, please contact Ray Utter via email.

May 28 – Workday at the Outdoor Range

Sun, 25 May 2014 21:20:55 GMT

We will be doing some work at the outdoor range on Wednesday, May 28. It’s a good opportunity for anyone who wants to get some volunteer hours in! Contact Jim Vollmer at (701) 226-4151 for more information.

Outdoor Range Closed on May 14

Tue, 13 May 2014 21:26:45 GMT

Please note that the outdoor range will be closed on Wednesday, May 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Repair work will be done on the rails and targets down range.

Varmint Rifle Match – May 2014

Tue, 13 May 2014 21:23:35 GMT

The first Varmint Rifle Match for the year had a surprisingly good turn out in spite of the lousy weather. We put up with the intermittent rain and some cold wind gusts. Nevertheless, the shooters were in good spirits and ready to compete. Thanks to Jim Vollmer for firing up some hot coffee.

With a top possible score of 800, there were some shooters that were pushing close. The variable wind gave the advantage to those more experienced at reading it. That will always be the challenge on our range due to the number of berms we have. Still, high scores are there and it doesn’t take the heavy calibers to get them. Have a look at the score Doug Kitzan shot with his AR 15 in .223.

Wind affects all bullets. Learning to read it is the key. These links might help:

Determining Wind Values And Making Your Shots

Horizontal Wind-Drift vs. Distance

Wind Drift

Reading The Wind

Reading Wind: There are no flags on the battlefield

There were, also, several targets that had only 1 or 2 hits and others that had more than 10. That’s not the wind. It’s cross fire. Check your target number before each shot!

Congratulations to David Rohrich, Tyler Halverson and Jay Christiansen for taking the top 3 places, respectively, in the Custom class; David Rohrich, Tim Liebel and Doug Kitzan in the Factory class; Doug Kitzan, Jay McNamara and Collin Weisz in the AR Class, and our two shooters in the Youth class, Ryan Grensteiner and Jalen Granlie.

Thanks to all the participants who helped keep the match running smoothly and for showing up!

Don’t forget, next match is on June 14. Hope to see you there.

Gary Vennie

Official Bulletin – 2014 5-Buckle Overshoe Matches

Thu, 08 May 2014 21:28:21 GMT

Sponsored by: Bismarck-Mandan Rifle And Pistol Association

Fired on May 3 and 4, 2014

Thanks to everyone who participated in our 2014 5-Buckle Overshoe matches on May 3 and 4, 2014. We had an excellent turnout for our first event of the 2014 High Power Season again this year. A big thanks goes out to Bob Cunningham – my statistician, and Tom Eckroth – the Pit Officer for the long range match. I couldn’t do these matches without their help. I always need some extra hands to help keep the match moving along – and we always need some help getting competitors on target during the long range events. Be sure thank them if you see them down the road.

We had our usual challenging winds for the long range event on Saturday. However, the match moniker – the 5-Buckle Overshoe – lived up to its reputation on Sunday with cloudy skies, winds and highs in the mid-30 – it was COLD. All in all though, it was a great opening weekend and I hope to see many – or all – of you at the High Power events this summer.

Our M1 Garand Match winner was Don Granlie from Underwood. Don fired an impressive 261/300 for the M1 Garand match win. The High Competitor in the Garand Match firing an AR-15 (Modern Rifle) was Kohl Klein from Bismarck. Kohl fired a very nice 285-8x in the breezy conditions.

The Long Range shooters had to put up with 15 to 25 mph winds in the afternoon matches. We had 25 mph winds which let offs to 15 mph, and then it often picked right back up to the 25 mph stuff. If you were slow on the trigger or not paying attention it got ya – it was a challenging day. Coby Dalgliesh (Sarles, ND) fired a 559-12x to win the Conventional category. Eric Johnson from Detroit Lakes, MN, fired a 551-9x to take the F-Open Class Rifle category. We had 8 competitors in the F-Target Rifle category this year. Seems we are picking up a bunch of folks trying the standard .308 in the F-Class events at 1,000 yards. Dave Rohrich from Napoleon won the F-TR firing a 521-5x.

If you wish to purchase an M1 Garand from the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), you must be a member of a CMP affiliated organization and you must have evidence of rifle marksmanship activities. This certificate can be used as evidence of marksmanship activities. The Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association and the North Dakota Shooting Sports Association (NDSSA) are both CMP affiliated organizations. If you join one of these organizations, you will have met CMP’s membership requirement in order to purchase your M1 Garand rifle. Please consider joining one (or both) of these organizations.

If you plan to participate in North Dakota Championship events, I encourage you to join the NDSSA. In order to be eligible as a state champion, you must be a resident of North Dakota, and a member of NDSSA. NDSSA is the NRA state affiliated organization. NDSSA is a great organization. In addition to promoting the shooting sports, the association has also helped pass some pro-gun legislation in North Dakota. Check out their website at ndssa.org for additional information.

Non-residents can compete in our State Championship events. We encourage and welcome your participation. Non-residents can be the match winner. However, the high overall resident is recognized as the North Dakota State Champion.

The next High Power event at our range will be the North Dakota Long Range State Championship the weekend of June 7 and 8. Please plan to attend – pass the word and bring a friend along.

If you wish to get on my email list for High Power match notices, please send me an email.

The 2014 Summer High Power season is here. As always, plan your summer shooting sports schedule NOW. This is North Dakota – we ain’t got a lot of summer up here (if you haven’t figured that out yet) – so do not wait – if you do the summer will be over and you’ll have to wait until next year to “get going” – (how many times have I heard that).

You can download the NDSSA shooting sports schedule below. There are more events than what I’ve listed. Be sure to contact the match directors for specific information on the events listed below. You can also check the web sites for the Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association and the Grand Forks Rifle Club for specific information concerning these matches. In addition, there are events in Montana and Minnesota. Be sure to the check their State Association websites for match information and match director contacts.

As always – you should pre-register for State Championships and Regional events. We have not had problems with space at our matches in North Dakota – but attendance continues to pick up a bit – so you never know. This also helps the match directors plan their events when they know who will be attending.

Thanks again and I hope to see all of you at more events this summer.

2014 NDSSA Summer High Power Activities

Tom Thompson

April 2014

Sat, 03 May 2014 21:32:25 GMT

Wild Bunch and Cowboy Action Shooting on April 26 Moved to the Outdoor Range

Thu, 24 Apr 2014 18:26:42 GMT

Take note that this Saturday’s Cowboy Action Shooting Match will be held at the Fried Family Marksmanship Complex. We will also have some Wild Bunch stages setup. Wild Bunch will start at 11:00 a.m. and Cowboy Action at 1:00 p.m.

Handgun Silhouette (IHMSA) Clinics and Fun Shoot

Wed, 02 Apr 2014 21:34:05 GMT

The clinics will be held at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center:

Tuesday, May 13, 2014, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 31, 2014, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

The Handgun Silhouette Fun Shoot will be held at the Fried Family Marksmanship Complex:

Saturday, May 31, 2014, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

These events are open to junior shooters and senior shooters, and everyone in between, even shooters with limited mobility! You don’t need to attend the Clinics to participate in the Fun Shoot.

Clinic

We will go over the basics of Handgun Silhouette shooting.

Go over some differences between IHMSA and NRA rules.

The different calibers of handguns allowed and examples.

What handguns are normally used and examples.

What the targets are and their distances.

Examples of shooting positions.

Tips on how to hit the targets.

Discussion on reloading for Handgun Silhouette.

Fun Shoot

A chance to experience the fun of handgun silhouette shooting.

Cost

All three events are free.

For more information, please contact Ray Utter via email.

Special Ladies Shooting Night on April 14, 2014

Sun, 30 Mar 2014 21:39:25 GMT

We will start half an hour earlier (6:00 p.m.) on April 14 so we can give a short introduction to ladies who have not shot before. We will also provide some one-on-one time with the new shooters. Bring your own gun if you have one. If you don’t, we can lend you one for the evening (.22 caliber); the cost for the ammunition will be $15.00 for 100 rounds.

Since this is a special evening, we would like everyone planning to come, whether it’s your first time or not, to call Bev Allen at (701) 226-0275 prior to the event. We need to know how many lady shooters plan to attend so we can make sure we will have enough instructors.

Official Bulletin for the 2014 BMRPA Junior Club Championship

Mon, 24 Mar 2014 21:40:14 GMT

Sponsored by: Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association

Fired: March 22, 2014

Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2014 Club Championship. Our 2014 Club Champion is Lana Fairbanks. Lana fired a new club championship score of 393/400. This score surpasses Luke Preszler’s score of 391/400 set on March 21, 2009. Our first place Junior was Taylor Boeshans with a 385-20x. In the Intermediate-Junior category, Kohl Klein led the way with a 388-17x. Amanda Hintz fired a 384-19x for first place Sub-Junior. Jase Jarding was second with a 376-14x and Brady Fried was the third Sub-Junior with a 358-8x. Taylor also fired a 99-7x for a new Junior Club Championship record for the kneeling position.

The team match winners were Karsten Klein and Jayden Krush firing an excellent score of 345/400. Just behind them in second place was Jase and Kaden Ottenberg with a 344-8x, and our third place team was Brady and Nolan Maher with a 340-8x. Congratulations to all the competitors that participated in our 2014 Club Championship event.

This year we had 3 junior competitors receive their Junior Distinguished Award. Jacob Langerud fired his last qualifying scores on January 19 at the Junior Olympic qualifying match in Minot. Amanda Hintz completed her award on February 8 at the North Dakota 3-Position Junior State Championship in Minot, and Jase Jarding fired his final qualifying score at our club championship. Congratulations to all three of these competitors. This is the first time in the 22 years of our program that we’ve had 3 juniors awarded the Junior Distinguished award in one year.

Congratulations also goes out to Lana Fairbanks, Kohl Klein and Amanda Hintz on qualifying for the Junior Olympic National Shooting Championships that will be held in April at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado. These competitors fired qualifying scores at the State Junior Olympic qualifying match in Minot in January. The Junior Olympic Shooting Championships brings out the best junior marksman in the United States. Junior Olympic qualifying scores have been going up over the years. It takes some hard effort and dedication in practice sessions and matches in order to get your skill level up to the level necessary to fire qualifying scores for this event. It’s quite an honor to be invited to attend this event. Good Luck to Lana, Kohl and Amanda – and HOLD HARD.

This completes the 22nd year of our Junior Marksmanship program and I think it was another great season. We had a lot of advanced juniors attend the Fall Marksmanship Program, and we had a lot of new shooters in the winter session. It was great to have many of our junior competitors attend events in Bismarck, Minot, Devils Lake, Grand Forks and Ayr. To everyone, I hope you had fun in our program this year. For some of you, our club championship may have been your first match, or maybe you fired a few events this season. I hope you had some success. For shooters, this doesn’t mean you necessarily piled up some medals or trophies – although that is fun to do. Success is really measured in your ability to achieve your goals. You may not have had the best score on the bulletin sheet – but if you achieve your goals at a match – that is success. For those that have competed in several events this season and have fired a personal best at a match – you know what I mean. All in all – I think all of you were successful shooters this season – Congratulations!

Be sure to thank our coaches and others that helped with the program including Tina, Dave and Mary Kay Tokach, Dave Bruschwein and Walt Fairbanks. I would also like to thanks Tom and Melody Schiwal, Dave Hintz, Sandy Fried and Joe Jarding, and all the other parents that helped out with scoring targets and setting up and taking down the range for practices and matches. It takes a lot of volunteer time and effort to put on this program and I appreciate everyone’s help.

I hope to see everyone back for the Advanced Junior Marksmanship program this fall. The advanced program is for juniors that intend to compete in 2014-15 shooting events including the State Junior Olympic Qualifier match usually held in Minot in January, 2015. The sign-up session will be sometime around Thursday, September 18, 2014. That’s it for this season and I hope to see everyone back next season. Until then, take care and good shooting!

Ladies Introduction to Handguns – April Class is Full

Mon, 17 Mar 2014 21:42:53 GMT

Our upcoming April class of Ladies Introduction to Handguns is full. Unfortunately, it is the last one before summer. We will resume our classes in the fall, starting on October 26. Don’t wait too long before reserving your place!

Bulletin for the 2014 North Dakota Junior 4-Position State Championship and the NRA Junior 4-Position Sectional Championship

Tue, 11 Mar 2014 19:10:10 GMT

Indoor Range Regulations Update

Tue, 04 Mar 2014 20:11:07 GMT

The Indoor Range Regulations were updated at our last Board of Directors meeting. Please take a moment to read them. Changes are highlighted in red.

Results and bulletin for the 2014 NRA Open 3-position Regional Championship

Mon, 24 Feb 2014 20:14:36 GMT

Results – 2014 NRA Open 3-position Regional Championship

Thanks to everyone who participated in our 3rd Open 50 yard Indoor NRA Smallbore Regional Championship. We had 31 competitors this year compared to 35 competitors in 2013. Still a great turnout and some great scores fired. I hope everyone had a good time at the event and I hope to see everyone back next year. Please tell your fellow shooters to put this on their schedule for next year (which will most likely be late February 2015), and let’s see if we can add more shooters to the event – and yes Jeremy, I’ll TRY and remember donuts at our next event (the Junior 4P State Champ and Sectional in March).

Thanks to all that helped me put on this event. It started on our Junior night when parents from our club helped put together target carriers, mark targets and prepared the range. Dave Tokach and Bob Cunningham were the range officers. Tina Thompson and Mary Kay scored targets, and Sally Fairbanks and Rand McLeod helped post scores. Thanks to the gang that helped break down the range at the end of the match on Sunday including Dave, Bob, Tom Schiwal, Bill Langer and Rich Butler. It sure helps me get things done and put away when everyone pitches in.

Congratulations to Carmen Fry – our Gold medalist. Carmen fired an excellent score of 1189/1200. Congratulations to Joe Martin, the Silver Medalist, with a score of 1182/1200 and Samantha Peterson, the Bronze Medalist with a score of 1179-61x. Samantha’s score was just ahead of Lana Fairbanks scores of 1179-60x. In all, 7 juniors fired scores 1173 or better which is outstanding. I know this is the “easy” conventional 50 yard target – however, these are excellent scores fired by these junior competitors (you have to go to 8th place before you find an adult on the score sheet). This also keeps the streak going for junior competitors in North Dakota this season – that is an adult (using a scope – or iron sights) has not medaled at any of our Open Sectional Championships this season. Us adults are gettin’ old – but there a lot of excellent junior competitors out there putting up some great scores – congratulations to all of you.

Next weekend is the North Dakota Air Rifle State Championship, and the NRA Junior Air Sectional Championship (Standing) in Devils Lake (call Rick Jorgenson NOW) this match has been very full the last years. We have a growing number of air rifle competitors in this state, sign up now. The North Dakota Junior 4-Position State and Sectional Championship will be held the weekend of March 8 and 9, in Bismarck. Contact me (Tom Thompson) if you plan to attend this event. Then we have a Civilian Marksmanship Program 3-Position Air Rifle Championship (Buffalo, ND) and an NRA 3P Junior Air Sectional (Ayr, ND) the weekend of March 14 and 15. We will have our Bismarck-Mandan Junior Club Championship on March 22. Finally, we will have the North Dakota Open 4-Position State Championship and Sectional in Grand Forks on March 29 and 30. And you thought March Madness had something to do with basketball. Get your air and smallbore rifles ready, we are in the heart of the 2014 indoor season and in a few weeks it will be over.

Thanks to all and good shooting – Tom Thompson

Next Cowboy Action Meeting, Wild Bunch Matches and 2014 PDF Schedule

Sun, 23 Feb 2014 19:31:56 GMT

We will have our next meeting at the indoor range on March 29. Breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m. and the meeting will follow.

Wild Bunch matches will resume when we start shooting at the outdoor range, either in April or May, depending on the weather. Keep an eye on the calendar. Joyce “Owl Eye Olga” Aasmundstad will be the contact person for these matches. Her contact information can be found on the Contact Us page.

Our calendar of events is finalized for the year, which means you can download and print our 2014 Cowboy Action Shooting Schedule.

Thunder Wolf

Outdoor Range Keys and Club’s Public Meetings Location

Tue, 04 Feb 2014 20:15:25 GMT

A problem was discovered with the new outdoor range keys. Some of them don’t work. Unfortunately, this was discovered after we started giving keys out. If you want to make sure your key works before you make a trip to the outdoor range, come to our Public Meeting on February 17 and bring your new key. We will be able to test it and make sure it works. If it doesn’t, we’ll exchange it for one that does.

Starting February 17, our public meetings will be held at the AMVETS again (2402 Railroad Avenue, Bismarck). Be sure to come and join us. The meeting starts at 7:00 p.m. and you can join us for supper (on your own) at 6:00 p.m.

NDSU Pistol Team Demo on January 31, 2014

Sat, 25 Jan 2014 20:24:02 GMT

Ladies,

We have the opportunity to have the members of NDSU Women’s Pistol Team introduce and demonstrate the sport of bull’s-eye pistol shooting. We hope you will get fired up to attend as we’d like to use this forum as a springboard to get area ladies interested in participating in the sport or just come to our ladies only night.

Date: Friday, January 31, 2014
Location: Johnson Family Marksmanship Center (indoor range)
Time: 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Cost to shoot: $12 for non members, $5 for members
Contact: Bev Allen at (701) 226-0275 or Mary Kay Tokach at (701) 226-4868

We will start in the classroom where team coach and U.S.A. Shooting assistant national pistol coach, Eric Pueppke, of Amenia, N.D., will do a basics of pistol shooting while the team demos for the first 30 minutes and then move to the range for a live fire demonstration. They will also have time for live fire with the attendees who bring their own firearms and ammunition. There is a limited number of club pistols and ammunition for a fee for those without personal firearms.

You must be range certified to shoot on the range. Certification will be done at 7:00 p.m. for those who do not have it and would like to shoot that night. Please come early for this.

NDSU sophomore Alana Townsend takes aim at a target with her air pistol. The Montana native is already a member of the National Junior Olympic team, and she’s traveled to Europe multiple times to compete. Dave Wallis / The Forum

Volunteering Opportunity – Dakota Territory Gun Collectors Association Gun Show, January 18 and 19, 2014

Sun, 12 Jan 2014 21:06:37 GMT

We are looking for volunteers to represent the club during the gun show. We are also looking for volunteers to help us setup on Friday, January 17, and/or tear down on Sunday. The event will be at the Bismarck Civic Center.

For more information, please contact Vern Hoggarth at (701) 220-8131.

Volunteering Opportunity – Dakota Territory Gun Collectors Association Gun Show, January 18 and 19, 2014

Sun, 12 Jan 2014 19:35:34 GMT

For more information, please contact Vern Hoggarth at (701) 220-8131.

December 2013

Thu, 02 Jan 2014 21:18:12 GMT

Volunteering Opportunity

Thu, 26 Dec 2013 21:20:19 GMT

This coming Saturday, December 28, offers a great opportunity for members who want to cumulate hours with your choice of working indoors or outdoors.

At the indoor range (Johnson Family Marksmanship Center)

Work is planned to start at 9:00 a.m. Lights will be hanged at the 10 meter line (which is down range of the 50 foot regular firing line).

We have a couple of ladders at the range. However, we could use a couple more volunteers with ladders. Lights will be hung from the ceiling (10 foot height) so an 8 foot ladder would work nicely.

Please contact Walt Fairbanks at (701) 400-8421 if you would like to help out.

At the outdoor range (Fried Family Marksmanship Complex)

Starting at 10:00 a.m.

Work planned: Finish sheeting the clubhouse walls, dig the silhouettes out of the snow for the next match.

For more information, please contact Jim Vollmer at (701) 226-4151.

Marlin Fried’s Retirement from Gun City

Thu, 26 Dec 2013 21:19:04 GMT

We will host a party in honor of Marlin Fried’s retirement from Gun City. Come join us to celebrate at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center, 4667 Sky Way (south Bismarck) from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 5. For more information, please contact Dave Tokach at (701) 426-1773.

Outdoor Range Keys and New Executive Committe Members

Sat, 21 Dec 2013 21:21:04 GMT

Unfortunately, there was a delay in the preparation of the new keys for the outdoor range. Consequently, the lock will be changed on February 1, 2014. The new keys will be available at one of our meetings (Executive Committee Meeting on January 6, or Public Meeting on January 20). Keys will also be available at the indoor range on Thursdays (January 2, 9, 16, 23, andd 30) from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. For more information, you can contact Sam May at (701) 258-2360 or Dave Tokach at (701) 426-1773.

In other news, we have three new officers on the Executive Committee:

Tom Liebel, President

Mike Ripplinger, Vice-President

Karen Karls, Secretary

Indoor Range Closed on December 28, 2013

Tue, 17 Dec 2013 21:51:30 GMT

The range will be closed on Saturday, December 28. We will be hanging lights at the 10 meter line (which is down range of the 50 foot regular firing line).

This is an opportunity to receive volunteer hours.

We plan to start at 9:00 a.m.

We have a couple of ladders at the range. However, we could use a couple more volunteers with ladders. Lights will be hung from the ceiling (10 foot height) so an 8 foot ladder is nice.

Please contact Walt Fairbanks at (701) 400-8421 if you would like to help out.

Working Membership Hours – Last Chance!

Tue, 03 Dec 2013 21:52:09 GMT

If you have contributed hours to the club this year, but have yet to send those hours to Al Schirado (email), be sure to do so before the Annual Meeting (Dec. 16, 2013). This is your last chance to secure your reduced membership price for next year!

If you haven’t had the chance yet to contribute hours to the club, you still have one last chance. We are going to need volunteers to setup, tear down and clean up the indoor range for our Annual Meeting. If you want to help, please contact Dave Tokach at (701) 426-1773.

New Webmaster

Wed, 20 Nov 2013 18:19:33 GMT

The club is happy to announce that we have found a new webmaster in the person of Dustin Bourgois. Dustin will start his new duties in January 2014. Be sure to welcome him when you see him!

December Action Pistol Match – Volunteer Needed

Wed, 20 Nov 2013 17:08:47 GMT

We need someone to run the December Action Pistol match. Please contact Jonathan Paul at (701) 870-4150 or Travis Ktytor at (701) 426-3811.

Volunteering Opportunity – Webmaster

Thu, 14 Nov 2013 18:23:14 GMT

Start January 1, 2014.

We are looking for a volunteer webmaster to maintain our website along with the Dakota RoughRiders website. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: posting of match results and news (this may require some editing and composition), maintenance of the calendar of events, maintenance of the forum memberships, posting pictures in the gallery, keeping the software up to date, troubleshooting, keeping the site safe from hackers and viruses.

If the position interests you, please contact Tom Carlson via email at tfcarlson@bis.midco.net.

October 31, 2013 – Outdoor Range Closed for Work

Wed, 30 Oct 2013 17:27:41 GMT

All the trees that were knocked down on the north side of the range and south and west of the clubhouse would be a good way for someone with a chainsaw to get some volunteer hours in! Cut the logs into 2 foot lengths and stack them in the breeze way. I’ll be there all day tomorrow and I’ll have a chain saw.

Jim Vollmer

Work Day at the Indoor Range

Mon, 28 Oct 2013 17:33:28 GMT

We had a great work day at the FFMC this past Saturday. The wall covering we had went up, the rest will be ordered Monday. The power line from the clubhouse to the garage got buried. I think we had in excess of 10 volunteers. The gravel in the parking lot got spread. The rest of the gravel, to the 1,000 yard line, is due to be delivered on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. We’ve had some wet conditions that put us behind a week. I would like to personally thank Vern Hoggarth and Titan Machinery on behalf of the BMRPA for the use of the Champion road grader. I would also like to thank Clarence Small, 40-year grader operator, for his volunteer time for three days last week.

The FFMC is really coming together. If you haven’t been there for a while, take a drive, you will be impressed with all the hard work of your fellow members. There are still lots of opportunities to get your “discount” volunteer hours towards your membership dues.

Jim Vollmer

Ladies Introduction to Handguns

Mon, 28 Oct 2013 17:31:48 GMT

We had a very good turnout for our “Ladies Introduction to Handguns” class on Sunday. A total of 15 shooters, 3 of which were under 18 so they were free. We had 9 volunteers, so we had to double up a bit. I think it was one of the best classes we’ve had to date. The ladies were eager and there was some very good shooters in the bunch.

There’s not many dates available in November with deer season running 3 weekends. The dates look like the last day of deer season, the 23rd or the 30th, Thanksgiving weekend. I would like any input I can get on these dates from the volunteers. I thank the volunteers for giving up their Sunday afternoon to provide a service that is needed to keep the shooting sports alive.

Jim Vollmer

UPDATE – Outdoor Range Intermittently Closed, Please Call Before Leaving Home

Mon, 28 Oct 2013 17:29:47 GMT

We are unfortunately experiencing some additional delays in regards to the gravel road work. The range will be intermittently closed between Wednesday, October 30, and Friday, November 1. Please call Dave Tokach at (701) 426-1773 or Jim Vollmer at (701) 226-4151 for the current conditions. Thank you.

Meeting at the Indoor Range

Tue, 15 Oct 2013 18:44:26 GMT

Howdy to all cowboys and cowgirls!

We are going to hold a RoughRiders meeting on October 26, Saturday morning, at the indoor range. We will be serving a breakfast at 8:00 am. before the meeting.

Agenda: To start planning and discuss our three day match: RoughRiders Roundup which will be held on August 29-31, 2014. Please try to attend, we need everyone’s input.

Rod-Iron-Rip

Be Sure To Join Us for Our October Fun Shoot!

Wed, 25 Sep 2013 18:45:22 GMT

On Saturday, October 5th, we will be having our Annual Fun Shoot. Wild Bunch will start at 11:00 a.m. and the main match will start at 1:00 p.m. Safety meeting at 12:45 p.m. We will also be serving diner from 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Sloppy joes and the fixings. We are charging $5.00 a plate for a fundraiser for a small generator to use in the sign-up shack.

Rod-Iron-Rip

14th Annual Deer Rifle Sight-In Days

Thu, 19 Sep 2013 17:36:24 GMT

October 5, 2013 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
October 6, 2013 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The Bismarck-Mandan Rifle & Pistol Association is proud to announce their 14th annual Rifle Sight-In Days. The Association is made up of men and women that are interested in hunting and in rifle and pistol marksmanship. Many of the members are NRA certified coaches and instructors.

The Association’s outdoor range, the Fried Family Marksmanship Complex (FFMC), will be open to the general public to sight in their deer rifles. The rifle range will be supervised with qualified association members to assist anyone who needs help in setting up and sighting in their equipment. As safety is of utmost importance there will be a range officer present to supervise all range activities.

This years Sight In Days will offer you the opportunity to observe several different matches. On Saturday, we are inviting spectators to check out the Wild Bunch match starting at 11:00 a.m. and the Cowboy Action match starting at 1:00 p.m. The Cowboy Action people will be sponsoring a lunch from 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Saturday for a cost of $5.00. On Sunday, there will be a 3-gun match starting at 9:00 a.m. Come to the FFMC, sight in your rifle, have lunch with us and observe these special events held during our 14th annual Sight In Days. The Fried Family Marksmanship Complex address is 13839 262 St SE, Moffit, ND. Check out our Association’s website at bmrpa.org.

Additional Information Contact:
For Saturday, October 5: Tom Thompson 255-4601
For Sunday, October 6: Sam May 258-2360

Outdoor Range Surveillance

Wed, 18 Sep 2013 17:38:11 GMT

Due to the fact that targets at the outdoor range are being destroyed (shot with the improper caliber guns), the range is now under surveillance. All offenders will be prosecuted.

The RoughRiders hit the “Big Time”!

Sun, 15 Sep 2013 18:46:08 GMT

On September 6th, nine brave cowboys gathered at the Fried Family Marksmanship Complex to put on a Cowboy Action Shooting demonstration/exhibition for a segment on KX News. The story aired on September 13th.

Great job by Two-X-Tom and Rod-Iron-Rip! Thanks to everyone who showed up to shoot in the 96 degree heat and thanks to Sarah, Juan and KX News for doing the story.

Click on the link to see your Dakota RoughRiders in action: Cowboy Action Shooting

Blake Stone

News from the Border Town Shootout

Sun, 08 Sep 2013 18:46:53 GMT

Howdy all, just getting off the trail from the Border Town Shootout. Seven Dakota RoughRiders had a great showing: Two-X-Tom placed 2nd in Senior, 6th overall. Dakota Rattler placed 3rd in Silver Senior, 34th overall. Blake Stone placed 2nd in Forty-Niner, 19th overall. Rod-Iron-Rip placed 2nd in Cowboy, 23rd overall. Doc Syn placed 5th in Cowboy, 31st overall. Cheval placed 4th in Forty-Niner, 21st overall. Striped Buffalo placed 2nd in Cowgirl, 43rd overall.

Also I would like to thank B B Gunner and all who helped to make Border Town such a great time and an awesome shoot for the last 15 years. We tip our hats to you all.

Rod-Iron-Rip

September Action Pistol Match – New Date

Mon, 26 Aug 2013 17:39:54 GMT

The September Action Pistol match has been moved to Saturday, September 14. We are going to have a quick two-stage match, and then we will grill some burgers for lunch. After lunch we are asking for the shooters to stick around and help us clean-up and organize the prop storage areas. The match and lunch will be free of charge, but donations are welcome. You can contact Travis Ktytor at (701) 426-3811 or Jonathan Paul at (701) 870-4150 if you have any questions.

Outdoor Range Notice for August 16, 2013

Thu, 15 Aug 2013 17:41:40 GMT

Take note that work will be done in the field to the east of the shooting range. While work takes place in the field, the outdoor range is closed to shooting. There will be a sign on the range gate. This will take place for a good portion of the day, so before you head out to the outdoor range, please call Mike Rogstad at (701) 226-7432 to make sure he’s done with haying his field. Thank you.

July Varmint Rifle Match

Sun, 21 Jul 2013 17:47:20 GMT

Saturday’s turn out for the Varmint Rifle match was excellent. There were 14 shooters in all with several shooting in more than one class. It was great to see so many AR shooters (9 total); the most at one shoot, so far. For those who don’t think that an AR is up to the task, Tom Eckroth shot a 240-0x score with his. Sam May fired a 205-0x for second place and Jay McNamara shot 195-0x for third. I want to give a cheer to Amanda Hintz for shooting her second match with us. It’s good to see young ladies taking an interest in our sport. Keep coming back, Amanda!

The weather was great, with the usual 6-10 mph wind to throw a wrench into some scores. I think I scored the worse I’ve ever shot. However, David Rohrich broke 300 in the Custom class with his .308 Win. Troy Schwarz and Jay McNamara pulled in behind him with 295-1x and 220-0x, respectively. Mind you, we’re shooting at targets that are little more than dots to the naked eye. Just goes to show that, on this range, reading the wind is key. One shot is dead on and the next off a couple inches just for misreading the wind. Very humbling.

In the Factory class, Troy Schwarz took first with 295-0x. There was an interesting turn of events though. The brothers Liebel ended up in a shoot off for second and third place. Tim won for 2nd place, but not by much!

Looking forward to see you all at the next match on August 24!

Gary Vennie

Set up for Action Pistol

Fri, 19 Jul 2013 17:49:12 GMT

Here is a chance to volunteer. We are setting up for tomorrow’s Action Pistol match tonight at 6:00 p.m.

For more information, please contact Jon Paul at (701) 870-4150.

Cancellation – Beginner Action Pistol of July 18

Fri, 12 Jul 2013 17:50:48 GMT

We unfortunately have to cancel this month’s Beginner Action Pistol. Be sure to join us next month, on August 15. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Dakota RoughRiders Strikes Again

Sat, 06 Jul 2013 18:52:50 GMT

Four members of the Dakota RoughRiders attended the Yellowstone Valley Buffalo Stampede in Billings, Montana, on June 21-23. There was a total of 54 shooters and all 4 members placed. One heck of an outstanding job!

1st in 49’R: Blake Stone (Dave Reiswig)

2nd in 49’R: Cheval (Mark Vandervorst)

2nd in Senior: Two-X-Tom (Tom Liebel)

2nd in Cowgirl: Owl Eye Olga (Joyce AAsmundstad)

This was a three day event and 8 stages. Again an outstanding job!

Vern Hoggarth

Discipline chair

EXTRA EXTRA EXTRA – The Dakota RoughRiders Rule!

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:55:59 GMT

The SASS North and South Dakota State Championships

June 14-15-16, 2013

Held in Enderlin, ND

Placement by Category

1st in Seniors: Two-X-Tom (Tom Liebel)

2nd in Cowboy: Rod-Iron-Rip (Mike Ripplinger)

2nd in Ladies 49’R: Owl Eye Olga (Joyce Aasmundstad)

3rd in Silver Senior: Dakota Rattler (Tom Carlson)

3rd in Wrangler: Joe Coe (Dennis Holden)

7th in 49’R: Cheval (Mark Vandervorst)

Overall Placement (122 total shooters)

9th: Two-X-Tom (Tom Liebel)

12th: Joe Coe (Dennis Holden)

19th: Rod-Iron-Rip (Mike Ripplinger)

36th: Cheval (Mark Vandervorst)

48th: Dakota Rattler (Tom Carlson)

71st: Owl Eye Olga (Joyce Aasmundstad)

As you can see, an outstanding performance. There was a total of 6 Cowboy Shooters from our club that went to the state shoot and all 6 placed. It was good weather and good food. Stages were basic Cowboy Shooting, nothing difficult. Some of us also placed in side matches but I do not have all that information.

Tom “Two-X-Tom” Liebel

Help With Action Shooting

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:54:56 GMT

We would like some help designing stages for 3-gun and Action Pistol. Since our previous requests were almost fruitless we have decided to add a little incentive in the form of match fee credits. BMRPA members will also earn volunteer hours to apply to their working membership.

Anyone submitting an approved 3-gun stage will earn a $10 match credit and 1.5 hours of volunteer time. Anyone submitting an approved Action Pistol stage will earn a $5 match credit and 1 hour of volunteer time. This incentive program is open to non-club members at the same rates. To submit a stage for consideration just email it to bisman DOT learntoshoot AT gmail DOT com. We will either accept your stage or request changes and once it has been accepted you will have credit available that can be used toward either Action Pistol or 3-gun match fees at BMRPA.

We have attached some example stages as well as some templates that might be useful for designing stages. Please note that stage designs submitted the day of a match cannot be used for credit that day. We will also be limiting credit redemption to $20/shooter/match for 3-gun and $15/shooter/match for Action Pistol.

Credits are not redeemable for cash and we reserve the right to modify or terminate this program at any time.

Jon Paul

Call for Volunteers for the ND Long Range State Championship

Thu, 30 May 2013 17:59:28 GMT

Volunteers are needed! A line officer and a pit officer for the North Dakota Long Range State Championship which will be held on June 8 and 9, 2013, at the Fried Family Marksmanship Center.

Volunteers are needed both for Saturday and Sunday – 9:00 a.m. until about 5:00 p.m. each day.

Volunteers will help run the firing line (Firing line officer), post scores and run the target pits (Pit Officer).

Volunteers should bring supplies for the day (lunch, water, sunscreen, bug spray, etc.).

This will fulfill the Bismarck-Mandan Club volunteer requirements for the year (2013).

If interested, please call Tom Thompson at (701) 255-4601 or (701) 220-4601.

Help us setup for the May 26 3-gun match

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:02:50 GMT

We will be setting up for the match this Saturday, May 25, at 3:30 p.m. We would like volunteers to help us with setup.

The match is Sunday (26 May) with registration starting at 9:00 a.m. and shooting starting at 10:00 a.m. It is comprised of 5 stages with total round counts as follows:

Rifle: 25
Pistol: 41
Shot: 59
Slugs: 2

These round counts reflect shooting 1A per target, plan accordingly. There will be a couple of longer steel shots with the rifle.

If you have questions feel free to contact either Jon Paul at (701) 870-4150 or Travis Ktytor at (701) 426-3811.

RO Class for Club Members Only

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 18:05:52 GMT

RO class Tuesday, April 30, from 6-10 p.m. at the JFMC. This class is for club members only.

April 28 Match Moved to the Outdoor Range

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:04:06 GMT

Yes, the weather is nice so we will be going to the outdoor range on Sunday for our first outdoor cowboy match of the year. Be sure to come join us!

Outdoor Range Closed for Clean Up Day

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 18:07:31 GMT

Today is our clean up day at the outdoor range and a good opportunity for you to give us a hand!

CANCELLATION – Military and Lever Action Silhouette Match

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 18:17:46 GMT

The Military and Lever Action Silhouette match of April 21 is cancelled. There are a few 2-3 feet deep snow drifts on the range that would make it too hard to find and reset the targets. We’ll see you all next month, on May 25. Hopefully, we’re done with the snow now!

Update for the April 28, 2013 Match

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:04:52 GMT

If the weather is really nice, we will move the April match to the outdoor range. Be sure to check the website before leaving to see where the match will be held.

Boy Scout Shooting Merit Badge – Volunteers Needed

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:22:10 GMT

We would like 3 volunteers to assist with the Boy Scout Shooting Merit Badge program.

The program will be held at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center on Thursdays in April (April 5, 12, 19 and 26), from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Scouts arrive at approximately 6:15 p.m.).

Volunteers should arrive at 6:00 p.m. to assist setting up the range for the evening. We will also take down the range from 8:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Bring a good set of binoculars capable of focusing at 50 feet. Standard 8 power binoculars should be fine.

If you are interested in helping out, please call Dave Tokach at (701) 663-8626 or Tom Thompson at (701) 255-4601.

2013 BMRPA Raffle – Winners

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:24:34 GMT

From the sponsors to the people selling tickets, without forgetting the most important, the ones who bought the tickets, a big thank you to all of you! Without your participation, this wouldn’t have been possible.

The drawing was held at the AMVETS on March 18, 2013 and without further ado, here are the winners:

Bill Van Oosting, New Salem, ND: Smith and Wesson M & P 15 Rifle, caliber 223, Gun City

Harry Kolberg, Bismarck, ND: Remington 597 LR Yellow Jacket Rifle, Caliber 22 lr, Gun City

Brian Schuck, Bismarck, ND: Ruger LCR Pistol, caliber 38 Special, Gun City

Don Toman, Bismarck, ND: Ruger American Rifle, caliber of choice, Ruger Arms

Stuart Schneider, Mandan, ND: Chiappa 1911-22 Target Pistol, caliber 22 lr, Gun City

Clyde A. Graff, Bismarck, ND: $100 Gift Certificate for ammunition, Gun City

Delva Harn, Hazen, ND: $50 Gift Card, Scheels Sports

Dallas Eckholm, Bismarck, ND: $50 Gift Card, Scheels Sports

Pauline Hjelmeland, Bismarck, ND: $50 Gift Card. Scheels Sports

Rony Leuf, McLaughlin, SD: $50 Gift Card, Scheels Sports

Stuart Schneider, Mandan, ND: $30 Gift Certificate, M & M Sausage and Meats

Donald Kress,Williston, ND: $26 Schrade Folding Knife, Gun Hut

Sean Russell, Bismarck, ND: $25 Gift Certificate, Mandan Sporting Goods

Scott Hettinger, Bismarck, ND: $25 Gift Certificate, Mandan Sporting Goods

John Hance, Richardton, ND: $25 Gift Certificate, Scheels Sports

Selena Veo, McLaughlin, SD: $25 Gift Certificate, Gun Hut

Jeff Jasper, Bismarck, ND: $25 Gift Certificate, Gun City

March 4, Executive Committee Meeting – Sloppy Joes

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 19:32:13 GMT

Exceptionally, we will have supper available at our next Executive Committee meeting, on March 4. On the menu: Jim’s excellent sloppy joes. Cost: $5.00/person.

3-Gun Clinic

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 19:30:41 GMT

The BMRPA will be holding a clinic to discuss the sport of 3-gun for anyone interested in participating in matches this summer. We will discuss the different divisions, guns and gear, and some basic rules of the sport. This is a great opportunity to get any questions answered for someone interested in participating in a match, but has been a little hesitant to just jump right in. Get your questions answered here, so you can feel confident to come have some fun at the match on May 26th. This will be an informal discussion, and is free of charge.

The clinic will be held on April 23rd from 7:00-9:00 pm at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center in Bismarck.

Call Travis Ktytor at (701) 426-3811 for more information.

Facebook Like and Share problems – Follow Up

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 20:11:09 GMT

After many hours of research, it turns out that the application used for sharing and liking isn’t up to date with Facebook’s requirements and thus, does not work properly. Unfortunately, it means that this functionality will not be available until a replacement can be found. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Facebook Like and Share problems

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 20:17:31 GMT

I’m running into problems with the Facebook Like and Share buttons so I have disabled them while I troubleshoot. Hopefully, it’ll be an easy fix.

Facebook Like and Share problems

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 19:35:24 GMT

I’m running into problems with the Facebook Like and Share buttons so I have disabled them while I troubleshoot. Hopefully, it’ll be an easy fix.

Welcome to our new website

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 20:18:39 GMT

As you can see, our website has been redone from the ground up, hopefully for the better! Here is a list of the most important changes:

Articles on the front page

When news articles and results were posted on the old website, it was a bit hard to notice them. Now, whenever news or results are published, they show up right on the front page. We also have the ability for more important news to “stick” at the top of the list for as long as needed.

Calendar – Categories

While viewing the calendar, you now can quickly select which category of event you wish to look at. Click on the “All Event Categories” button (located above the calendar) and a dropdown menu listing the disciplines will appear.

Event reminders via Google Calendar gc_button2

The new calendar provides a feature some of you will greatly appreciate. When you click on an event in the calendar, you will be taken to that event’s page. On that page, there is a button you can click to set the event in your Google Calendar so you get a reminder. No more excuses for missing a match!

You can subscribe to the website’s RSS news feed feed-icon-16x16. It is located on the right, below the Search field.

Share Buttons

We have also added Share buttons so you can easily share what you read here with your friends on Facebook facebook, Twitter twitter, Blogger blogger, and even via email email. To get access to these buttons, click on the title of the post you want to share. This will open the post on its own page where the buttons are displayed at the beginning of the article.

Polls

You will notice that no polls are currently displayed. We still have the capability. So, if someone requests a poll, we can post it.

Everything should have made it through the transfer, but if you notice something missing or a link that goes nowhere, be sure to let me know.

We sincerely hope you will enjoy our new website!

Myriam “Thunder Wolf” Vennie

Welcome to our new website

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:41:35 GMT

As you can see, our website has been redone from the ground up, hopefully for the better! Here is a list of the most important changes:

Improved navigation
The menu items have been reorganized in order to provide a more intuitive access to content.

Articles on the front page
When news articles and results were posted on the old website, it was a bit hard to notice them. Now, whenever news or results are published, they show up right on the front page. We also have the ability for more important news to “stick” at the top of the list for as long as needed.

Calendar – Categories
While viewing the calendar, you now can quickly select which category of event you wish to look at. Click on the “All Event Categories” button (located above the calendar) and a dropdown menu listing the disciplines will appear.

Event reminders via Google Calendar
The new calendar provides a feature some of you will greatly appreciate. When you click on an event in the calendar, you will be taken to that event’s page. On that page, there is a button you can click to set the event in your Google Calendar so you get a reminder. No more excuses for missing a match!

Follow Us Buttons
The BMRPA has its own page on Facebook now. You can easily find it by clicking on the Follow Us button located on the right, below the Search field. Also, in the Follow Us section, you can subscribe to the website’s RSS news feed .

Share Buttons
We have also added Share buttons so you can easily share what you read here with your friends on Facebook , Twitter , Blogger , and even via email . To get access to these buttons, click on the title of the post you want to share. This will open the post on its own page where the buttons are displayed at the beginning of the article.

Photo Gallery
The pictures have been reorganized by subject to make it easier to see what each discipline is. If you have pictures taken at a match or special event that the club organized or participated in, be sure to send them so we can display them and show that we are an active club.

Polls
You will notice that no polls are currently displayed. We still have the capability. So, if someone requests a poll, we can post it.

Removal of the Mailing List
The mailing list has been removed. In the four years it has been available, many of you registered to receive emails. However, no messages have been sent using the system. Most discipline chairmen and members of the executive committee already have their own mailing list that they use. So there wasn’t any real need for a mailing list system on the website

Everything should have made it through the transfer, but if you notice something missing or a link that goes nowhere, be sure to let me know .

We sincerely hope you will enjoy our new website!

Myriam Vennie

New things are a comin’!

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 20:19:22 GMT

Howdy fellow cowboys and cowgirls!

The spider webs are gettin’ dusted off and the bad guys driven outta town. In other words, our website is getting revamped. A brand new look and greater visibility for news articles and results are only a few of the things to look for.

Now I know, I know. Some of ya are gonna wonder “Well, how much’s this gonna cost us?” Be still, no need to run’n’hide your gold, this won’t cost ya a dime. So keep your eyes open and be ready to jump aboard when the new website comes online in a few days/weeks. We’re doin’ all we can to ensure a smooth transition when the time comes.

Thunder Wolf, webmaster

Stay Tuned

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:43:13 GMT

Our website is currently being redesigned. Easier to navigate menus, greater visibility for news articles and results, more modern look.

Most of the information has already been transferred to the new system and should be online in the coming days/weeks. When the change to the new look occurs, the website will be temporarily offline. Hopefully, things will go smoothly and you won’t even notice the down time.

Myriam Vennie, webmaster

2012-13 Junior Marksmanship Program

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 20:09:12 GMT

Sponsored by the Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association

Sign-up for the 2012-2013 Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association’s Junior Marksmanship Program will be December 6, 2012, at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center located at 4667 Skyway Avenue in south Bismarck (about 1.8 miles south of the airport) at 6:30 p.m.

Goals of the program are to learn firearms safety and marksmanship.

The program is for young adults 12 to 20 years old.

The program will run through Thursday, March 21, 2013.

Our Junior Club championship will be Saturday, March 23, 2013.

All the equipment for the program is provided including rifles, spotting scopes, shooting jackets, gloves, slings, shooting mats, eye and ear protection.

This is the 21st year of the program.

Instruction for the program is provided by NRA Certified Instructors and Coaches.

Cost of the program is $40.

If you have any questions, please call Tom or Tina Thompson at (701) 255-4601 or Mary Kay or Dave Tokach at (701) 663-8626.

Dakota RoughRiders Meeting – Nov. 15, 2012

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 20:43:28 GMT

The Dakota RoughRiders will be meeting this Thursday, November 15, at 5:30 p.m. at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center.

Congratulations to Richard Schatz

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 19:13:19 GMT

Congratulations to Richard Schatz for his outstanding performance in St. Louis at the beginning of the month. Richard came home with the 2012 IBS 600-yard 2 Gun National Benchrest Championship. This isn’t his first time on top however. He won the IBS title in 2010, and in 2008 he won the NBRSA 1000-yard 2 Gun National Benchrest Championship. He also has 10 World Records on the books. Great shooting couldn’t have happened to a better guy.

Target carriers are installed!

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 19:28:03 GMT

Tony Sattler and Leon Nesja

On Friday night, September 21, club members Tony Sattler, Dave Tokach, Dave Shaffer, Tom Thompson, Kohl Klein, Myriam and Gary Vennie, Leon Nesja, Bruce Johnson, and one other member (I can’t remember his name) completed installation of the target carrier system at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center. There is some final wiring yet to be completed, however, the system if fully operational. With this new system, club members will now be able to hang new targets at the firing line and send them down range to the 50 foot target line, or (when fining wiring is completed) to preset stops at 21 feet and 10 meters – or any spot in between by simply stopping the target using the wireless control. We will no longer need to call cease fires on the line in order to hang new targets.

A very big thanks goes out to Tony Sattler who was the main volunteer on this effort. Tony also had a lot of help from Dave Shaffer and Dave Tokach. These guys spent a long time and a lot of hours working on the target system. Thanks again!

Tom Thompson

2012 Northern Great Plains Regional Championship

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 19:33:19 GMT

Sponsored by: Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association
Fired September 8 and 9, 2012

Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2012 Northern Great Plains Long Range Regional Championship on September 8 and 9. This year we had 28 competitors at our event compared to 21 competitors at last year’s event. This was probably the best turnout that we’ve had for a high power event at our range. This year we had shooters from North Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, South Dakota and Wyoming. I hope we can continue to grow our numbers. I know there are shooters out there with some great equipment – we need to get them on the firing line and get them hooked on the shooting sports.

Thanks again to Earl Garbina for, once again, coming down from McClusky for both days to run the line at our match. I really appreciate Earl’s efforts – since he is running the line – this allows me to fire the match. I would also like to thank Rich Pinsonneault’s wife and daughter (sorry – I didn’t get their names). This was Rich’s first match (that I know of) and I’m glad the whole crew that came with him pitched in and helped out. Since we were short a complete line, Rich’s wife volunteered to mark targets and his daughter helped score and also post scores on our bulletin board. You need a lot of volunteers to put on these events, and I’m always short some help – so I really appreciate all their efforts – THANKS AGAIN!

Congratulations to our 2012 Northern Great Plains Regional Champion, Morgen Dietrich (Olivia, MN). Morgen fired a 974-32x for the Gold medal in the Conventional Class. Neil Adams (Billings, MT) took the Silver firing a 967-27x in the Conventional class. In the F-Class, Brian Suhr (Page, ND) fired a 956-26x for the Gold medal, Eric Johnson (Detroit Lakes, MN) took the Silver with a 941-20x and Michael Cobert (Grand Forks, ND) fired a 931-11x for the Bronze medal. Kohl Klein (Bismarck, ND) was the top junior with an 851-13x, and Aaron Carico (Valley City, ND) was the top F-TR shooter (using the standard 308 cartridge) firing a 902-10x.

We had our usual challenging winds – seems that year after year we can’t get a break and have some good weather at this event. Despite the rather windy weekend, it appears that we have a new state record in the Open F-Class. Brian’s score of 956-26x surpasses the previous state record score of 949-16x set by Nathan Dagley at this range on September 13, 2009. I wonder what would happen if we ever had a nice weekend!

Well – this season – which is already short in the northern plains, is coming to an end. Our last High Power event of the season (at least for us NoDak’s) will be the events in Rolla, North Dakota, the weekend of September 29 and 30. On Saturday, we start with an M1 Garand match (30 shots for record and 5 sighters at 200 yards). This will be followed by the North Dakota Mid-Range State Championship – 3 – 20 shot strings (with unlimited sighters) at 600 yards. This will be for Conventional and F-Class. Finally, we’ll have the Bruce Alexander Memorial High Power match (80 shot over-the-course) on Sunday, September 30. Given the attendance at this event, and the limited number of firing points at the David Disrud range north of Rolla, I would suggest calling Andy Johnson as soon as you receive these results to reserve your firing point for the events scheduled this weekend.

Our first match of 2013 at our range in Bismarck will most likely be the first weekend in May, 2013. I hope to see all of you, and more new shooters on the firing line.

Tom Thompson

Varmint Rifle Match – Rules Update

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 19:39:01 GMT

I’ve made a few rules and proceedure changes and added some clarifications. They’re in the rules secion but, here’s a synopsis:

All classes are open to all rifle calibers permitted at the outdoor range. So, if you’re thinking of bringing your .338 LM, remember it’s a 20 round match!
You can sight-in any time before 9:30 a.m.
We’ll run the relays through twice. Best of the two targets will be used for score.
Silhouette order is at the shooter’s discretion.
No penalty for cross-firing. Only ten hits are scored. If there are more than 10 hits, only the high 10 will count. So, if you fire on someone else’s target, you may be bettering their score if you’re both making the same size holes. Be sure to verify your target number before each shot. The number will be on the lower right corner of the target. Also, Tom Liebel made up some number plates that will be mounted on the top of the target frame to help identify each target. Thank Tom!
It’s best to keep only the 10 rounds needed for the relay on your bench. It’s easy to lose track of how many you’ve fired since you will be engaging your silhouettes in an unspecified order. Have your spotter hold extra rounds in case of malfunction.

You can download a pdf of the updated rules right here: Varmint Rifle Competition Rules .

See you at the match!

Gary Vennie

First Varmint Rifle Competition

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 19:45:54 GMT

In spite of the windy conditions on Sunday, our first BMRPA Varmint Rifle Competition was a success. Sixteen shooters signed up and we had enough competitors for all 3 classes.

The wind was a real challenge. 10 to 15 mph was predicted but, judging by bullet deflection, it was a heck of a lot faster. Add to that the compound shifting over the burms. In the words of one of our competitors, “It was a humbling experience.” The targets appeared to be something new to our group, as well. There are 10 varmint silhouettes of various sizes, each having a small white circle within the shape. A hit in that circle is worth 10 more points than a body hit. At 200 yards, some of those circles are mighty small.

Top scores and winners:

Factory class: Despite the wind conditions, Richard Schatz shot an impressive 305 out of 400 with his .223 taking 1st place, Chris Brown came in 2nd with his .220 Swift at 245 and Jay McNamara shot 3rd with his .270, scoring 180.

Custom class: It was Richard Schatz in 1st with 205 using a 6 Dasher, Chris Strand, 2nd, shooting a .308 for 175 and Brent Lipelt, in 3rd, scoring 155 with a 6 Dasher.

AR class: There were only 2 shooters. Myriam Vennie took 1st with 85 and Steve Langlie, 2nd with 70. Both were shooting .223 cal.

The full tally is here: June 24, 2012 Varmint Rifle Competition Results

A few minor issues were found that we will correct for the next shoot. We found that, sometimes, a shooter would align on the wrong target after recoil. That resulted in an occasional cross shoot. At the next shoot, we’ll remind the shooters to verify their target number and we will provide numbers on the back boards to help. We will also give a 2 minute warning before cease fire. The windy conditions were something I should have considered. As a result, there will be a sight-in time anytime before 9:30 a.m. That will give shooters time to zero for conditions and allow time to set the match targets before the start of the match.

Yup, we’re going to schedule another match. Everyone enjoyed the challenge and opportunity to compete so much that I was asked to set up another match. I’ve put in a request to Tom Thompson to schedule a match for the 21st of July. As soon as I get word from Tom, I’ll let you all know via the web site.

I want to thank all who participated for their patience and their help in making the match a success. It was good to see everyone enjoy themselves.

Gary Vennie

Official Bulletin – 2012 Summer High Power Matches

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 19:52:41 GMT

Thanks to everyone who participated in our 2012 Summer High Power matches on June 9 and 10. We were greeted by our usually windy conditions in the Northern Great Plains – sure would be nice to get some good weather – but this is early June in North Dakota. Don’t worry – the winds will subside by late June (just in time for our normal Northern Great Plains warm weather).

There are plenty more events on the schedule for this summer. So be sure to check your calendar, and plan to attend more High Power events this summer.

As I stated in my last match bulletin, if you plan to participate in North Dakota State Championship events, I encourage you to join the North Dakota Shooting Sports Association. In order to be eligible as a state champion, you must be a resident of North Dakota, and a member of NDSSA. Non-residents can compete in our State Championship events, and we encourage and welcome your participation. Non-residents can be the match winner however; the high overall resident is recognized as the North Dakota State Champion.

Also, I encourage you to pre-register for State Championship and Regional events. It’s been a few years since we’ve reached range capacities – you don’t want to show up at a State Championship and find out there isn’t room for you. We are working hard to get new shooters into the High Power game – so we might be filling up some of these events.

Check out the Garand Match and Vintage Military Rifle matches in Grand Forks next weekend. Contact Tom Reiten if you’re interested in attending. The High Power X-Course Regional follows on June 23 and 24. This year we’ve added a 60 shot NRA Mid-Range Prone Regional to the weekend events. The Prone Regional event will start on Saturday after the High Power Regional, and conclude on Sunday morning. This will be followed by a CMP Approved Leg match. The Leg Match is a 50 shot over-the-course event. We will try to have some State Association AR-15’s available (for a fee) for use at the match. If you can work the Leg match (and the Regional) into your schedule, please contact Denny Coulter (phone number below). Please bring your own ammo if you plan to attend the Leg match. We will try to have ammo available for competitors (also for a fee) just in case.

The next long range event will be the North Dakota Long Range State Championships in Bismarck on July, 7 and 8. This will be a 45 shot Palma match on Saturday, July 7, followed by the 80 shot North Dakota Long Range Championship match on Sunday, July 8. There will be state championships for Conventional, Open F-Class, and FRT-Class.

Thanks again and hope to see all of you at more events this summer.

Tom Thompson

JFMC – Floor Paint

Thu, 31 May 2012 19:54:29 GMT

About 2/3 of the remaining floor area at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center was painted this past weekend (May 26 and 27).

The paint is now dry and open for foot traffic and the indoor range is open for regular scheduled activities. We ask that you don’t slide any heavy objects (such as the heavy bench rest tables) across the new paint for a couple of weeks (until June 12). This will allow time for the paint to cure.

The indoor range will smell for a few days until the paint solvents dissipate.

We hope to paint the remaining section of the floor at the end of June.

2012 Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association – Junior Club Championship

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 19:57:06 GMT

Sponsored by: Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association
Fired on March 24, 2012

Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2012 Club Championship. Our 2012 Club Champion is Taylor Boeshans. Taylor fired an excellent score of 380/400 for the club championship win. First place in the Intermediate-Junior category was John Tibke firing an excellent score of 379/400. Our second place Intermediate-Junior was Kohl Klein with a 371/400. Our first place Sub-Junior was Lana Fairbanks with a 373/400, second place Sub-Junior was Jacob Langerud with a personal best 349/400, and the 3rd place Sub-Junior was Madison Gall also with a personal best 347/400. The team match winners were Taylor and Adam Volk firing a 317/400 and the second place team was Madison and Jayden Pifer firing a 309/400. Congratulations to all the competitors that participated in our 2012 Club Championship event.

Also – congratulations goes out to Taylor Boeshans and John Tibke. Taylor and John fired scores to complete their Junior Distinguished Rifleman awards during the Junior 4-Position State and Sectional matches held at our range the weekend of March 10 and 11.

This completes the 19th year of our Junior Marksmanship program and it was another great season. We had a lot of new shooters again this season, and it was great have many of our junior competitors attend events held in Bismarck, Minot, Devils Lake and Grand Forks. Remember – every time you get on the line you gain more experience for events down the road.

Be sure to thank our coaches and others that helped with the program including Tina, Dave and Mary Kay Tokach and Dan Marquart. I would also like to thank Walt Fairbanks and all the other parents that helped out scoring targets, setting up and taking down the range. It takes a lot of volunteer time and effort to put on this program.

I hope to see everyone back for the Advanced Junior Marksmanship program this fall. The advanced program is for juniors that intend to compete in 2012-13 shooting events including the State Junior Olympic Qualifier match usually held in Minot in January, 2013. The sign-up session will probably be very close to 6:30pm on Thursday, September 20, 2012.

That’s it for this season and I hope to see everyone back next season. Until then, take care and good shooting!

Indoor Range Closed – Target Return System

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 20:59:10 GMT

Please note that the indoor range will be closed tonight to allow the installation of the wiring for the target return system.

UPDATE – April 28, 2012 Match

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:03:51 GMT

Please note that the Cowboy Action Shooting match to be held on April 28 will start at 10:00 a.m. Registration will begin at 9:00 a.m. Also, the match will be held at the indoor range.

Match Fee Report Form

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:00:30 GMT

To all match organizers, please use the revised Match Fee Report Form .

Women on Target

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:01:53 GMT

Once again, it is time for the Women on Target clinic. The dates are March 18, 25 and 26. For more detail, please check the calendar on those dates.

February 4, 2012 – Indoor Cowboy Match

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 21:04:41 GMT

There were 17 shooters today, that was with 3 new shooters. We shot 4 stages in 4 1/2 hours. We all had a great time and harrassed everyone (a little) on misses.

The new timer works really good. It makes it a lot easier for keeping track of everyone’s time and everyone can see their own time. The board with everyone’s alias helped speed things up with everyone seeing and knowing when they were up to load.

One of the new shooters was a young girl around 14-16 years old. She will be one heck of a shooter with a little practice. She took about 20 seconds off her time from her first stage to her 3rd stage and did really well on the 4th stage.

Lady Angie Oakley

Varmint Rifle Competition

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:04:07 GMT

Looks like we have plenty of interest in a Varmint Rifle Competition! In the poll we asked “Would you compete in a varmint rifle competitions?” The results speak for themselves:

Yes: 48 (50%)
Maybe: 38 (39.6%)
No: 10 (10.4%)

So, it’s on the calendar for June 24, 2012. Rules and details are in the works. Keep an eye here and on the BMRPA Forum for updates.

Gary Vennie

Cowboy Action Practice of January 13, 2012

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 21:05:21 GMT

Friday’s practice session turned out to be a lot of fun with a mix of 17 Cowboy Action and Action Pistol shooters.

The shooting stages were set up to be adaptable to both styles of shooting. So, who ever was ready to shoot just stepped up to the plate. After everyone ran through a stage, the Cowboys challenged the Action shooters to shoot some of our infamous targeting sequences.

The first sequence was the Badger Sweep. A few jaws dropped and a “Do what?!” was heard among the crowd. After the sequence was explained, they decided to, first, see how the Cowboys do it.

Being used to double tapping a target and moving on to the next, it took a little mental reset to get the hang of it. But they did quite well and actually enjoyed the change of pace.

Thanks to the crew, Rod-Iron-Rip, Two X Tom and Pistolero Shay, for the well organized setup and smooth running evening. Everyone had an opportunity to run the stages 2-3 times.

Check the on-line calendar for the next one and join us!

Hay Creek Johnson

December 2011

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:26:13 GMT

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Basic Pistol Marksmanship Class

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:05:43 GMT

There is a sign up sheet at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center (JFMC) for a Basic Pistol Marksmanship Class. Dates and times will be determined if we have at least 10 people sign up for this class.

The first and second evening will focus on the fundamentals of pistol marksmanship and will involve classroom lecture/discussion. The last session will be recap/review/question and answer session with live firing.

The goal for this class is to give students the basic information, knowledge and experience so they can develop the skill to shoot better scores with the pistol.

Spotting Scope Found

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 21:07:22 GMT

A spotting scope was found by Alton Nitschke at the outdoor range yesterday (November 25).

You can reach him at (701) 222-8460.

Sight In Days Drawing Winner

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 21:08:34 GMT

Michael Schumacher from Bismarck won the drawing for a $20 Sight In Days gift certificate given by Gun City. Michael attended the October 29, 2011 Sight In Day with his dad Barney and his brother Ian. Michael and Ian enjoyed shooting Barney’s vintage Sako in .243 Win.

2011 North Dakota State Games Highpower Matches

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 20:11:05 GMT

Sponsored by: Bismarck-Mandan Pistol and Rifle Association
Fired on July 9 and 10, 2011

Yes – this is a bit late however, I finally had some time to put together a match bulletin. Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2011 North Dakota State Games matches fired on July 9 and 10, 2011. This was probably the last State Games for North Dakota. I’m not sure things will come together for another state games. This is unfortunate. People have often heard me talk about the Montana State games I attended while I lived in Billings. They had a great state games. The shooting sports were always very well attended at their state games. The Montana State Games were held on the same weekend in July every year, and always held in Billings – two things that I think contributed to the success of their state games.

We try to do the same thing with our shooting sports schedule in North Dakota. This past summer’s events will be held on approximately the same weekends 2012. We are currently working on the 2012 schedule. So check the NDSSA web site occasionally. The 2012 calendar should be going up in a month or 2. While you’re on the web site, I encourage you do download the membership application, join the North Dakota Shooting Sports Association, and get more active in the shooting sports in North Dakota.

The 2011 season is quickly moving to the end. We have one more highpower event on the calendar in Rolla on September 24 and 25. There will be an M1 Garand match (Sat morning, Sept 24), the North Dakota Mid-Range State Champ (right after the Garand Match), and then the Annual Bruce Alexander Memorial Highpower Match on Sunday, Sept 25. Call Andy Johnson (match director) to sign up for the match (701-477-6687).

Tom Thompson
Match Director

CANCELLATION – August 6 Match

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:19:58 GMT

The electric company will be repairing the power lines this weekend. In order to keep everybody safe we have decided to cancel the match. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Be sure to keep an eye on the calendar since we might be able to reschedule later this month.

Action Pistol – May 21 match will be held at the indoor range

Fri, 20 May 2011 20:13:14 GMT

Due to the weather, our match of May 21 will be held at the indoor range.

CANCELLATION – April 23 Match

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:31:42 GMT

The April Cowboy Action Shooting match is cancelled because of the weather and the Easter holliday. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

UPDATE April 23 Match – Cowboy and Wild Bunch

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 20:32:18 GMT

Due to the recent snowfall and the forecast for more snow/rain, we are moving our April match to the indoor range.

UPDATE – June 4, 2011 Spring Tune Up Match

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 20:32:57 GMT

We modified our June 4 match a little bit to make it a special event with six (yes, 6!) stages! We will also host two meals (lunch and supper) so be sure to pre-register to make sure we have enough food for everybody. You can download all the match details, as well as the pre-registration form, right here: Pre-registration form.

ATTENTION – April 16, 2011, Bullseye Match Modification

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 20:14:49 GMT

Due to the amount of snow still on the ground, we are moving the Bullseye Match of April 16 to our indoor range.

Please also note that we have reduced the number of shooters to 16.

Picture Gallery Update

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 20:15:59 GMT

Our gallery of pictures has just been updated with pictures of today’s Action Pistol match. Take a look and if you like what you see, come join us at our next match at the outdoor range on May 21!

ATTENTION New time for the April match

Sun, 13 Mar 2011 20:33:57 GMT

We will have a Wild Bunch match, followed by a Cowboy Action match. Here are the details for each:

Wild Bunch

Registration at 8:00 a.m.

Mandatory safety briefing at 8:45 a.m.

The match will begin at 9:00 a.m.

Cowboy attire is required.

Cowboy Action

Match and free will offering potluck lunch at the outdoor range.

Registration is from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Mandatory safety briefing at 10:45 a.m.

The match will begin at 11 a.m.

Cowboy attire is required.

Cost

Wild Bunch match only: $10/person

Cowboy match only: $10/person

If you participate in the Wild Bunch (9:00 a.m.) AND the Cowboy Match: $15/person, $25/family.

Note

Cast lead bullets only.

If the weather is inclement, the matches will be at the indoor range.

Be sure to keep an eye on our website for any updates.

Showdown at the Concrete Corral

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 21:36:15 GMT

Word has it that Doc Syn and Striped Buffalo were at odds regarding a pair of bird’s heads shooting irons in the possession of Doc. They decided to settle the matter in the traditional way…a shoot out.

The first two stages put Doc ahead, but only by a mear 0.18 seconds. Striped Buffalo shot clean and gained 2 bonus hits. Doc got the bonus hits, but 1 miss took out the gain. The pressure was showing on the next stage with 2 misses for Doc and a clean run for Striped Buffalo. Doc needed to pick up 9.25 seconds on the final stage and you could see those bird’s heads slipping away.

The final stage had the cowboys and gals attention. Guns were blazin’, bullets were flyin’ and wood a’splinterin’. When the smoke cleared, Striped Buffalo had a clean 33.11 second run and Doc missed a pistol target, throwing the round into R4. Time: 34.52.

Being a gentleman of his word and showing respectful deference to a lady, Doc pulled his prized guns and slipped them into Striped Buffalo’s holsters.

Written by Hay Creek Johnson

Dates for the Sage Brush Rifle and Pistol Club Matches

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 21:21:12 GMT

For those interested, here is the list of matches that the Sage Brush Rifle and Pistol Club will be holding.

Sage Brush Rifle and Pistol Club – 2011 Match Schedule

2011 Event Schedule

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 22:00:15 GMT

Ok, I admit, I’m a little late. Had to deal with some scoundrels, but they’re all taken care of now. Besides, better late than never is what they say!

I finalized a sheet that you can print with all our match dates for 2011. Just click on the link below to download it to your computer.

2011 EventSchedule

Hope to see you there!

Thunder Wolf

CANCELLED – Pistol Marksmanship Class

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 21:22:36 GMT

Please note that the Pistol Marksmanship class scheduled to start tomorrow (Jan. 25) has been cancelled due to a low number of people signing up.

We may reschedule the class if there is sufficient interest.

New Look for Our Picture Gallery!

Sun, 23 Jan 2011 22:00:53 GMT

Our gallery of pictures has a brand new look! Be sure to take a few minutes to check it out. Also, to everyone who had their picture taken last summer, your poster is now online. For those of you who missed the photo session at our match last summer, don’t worry, the camera will be back to immortalize your portrait in pure old “wanted” fashion.

Thunder Wolf

New Look for Our Picture Gallery

Sun, 23 Jan 2011 21:24:14 GMT

Our gallery of pictures has a brand new look. We hope you will find things better organized and easier to view.

Don’t forget, if you have pictures taken at one of our events, please send them in ( webmaster@bmrpa.org ) so everybody can enjoy them.

2011 NDSSA Annual Membership Meeting and Awards Banquet

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 21:38:15 GMT

The NDSSA will have their membership meeting in the afternoon. Please attend to see what’s going on in the shooting sports in North Dakota.

The meeting will be held in Bismarck on Saturday, January 29, 2011 (more information can be found in the flyer ).

In the evening, there will be the NDSSA annual banquet, awards and Hall of Fame presentation.

If you are (or know of someone) that is a 2010 state champion, set a state record in 2010, or is a Distinguished Rifleman, Pistol Shot, or Junior Distinguished, please attend the annual meeting for recognition by your peers. In addition, we will have state championship replica trophies (for events that do not provide a trophy at the state championship match) and certificates for new state records.

A block of rooms have been reserved and are available for the nights of January 28 and 29. They can be reserved by calling the Doublewood Inn at (701) 258-7000. Please make your room reservations before January 9. Inform the Doublewood Inn that you are attending the NDSSA banquet when making your reservations. We have a limited number of rooms at a discount price, so make your reservations early!

Call Dave Tokach at (701) 663-8626 for more information and tickets.

Please pass this on to others that might be interested in attending the NDSSA annual meeting.

Thank you and see you at the annual meeting.

December 2010

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 21:45:06 GMT

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2010-11 Advanced Junior Marksmanship Program

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 21:48:51 GMT

2010-11 Advanced Junior Marksmanship Program
SPONSORED BY
Bismarck/Mandan Rifle & Pistol Association

It’s that time of year again – time for the 2010-11 Junior Marksmanship Program!

Sign-up for the 2010-11 Marksmanship Program will be December 9, 2010, at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center at 3667 Skyway at 6:30pm. The Marksmanship Center is located approximately 1.8 miles south of the Bismarck airport. If you don’t know exactly where we are located, you will find this information under Shooting Ranges / Indoor Range on our website.

Parents must attend in order to sign waiver forms!

Goals of the program are to learn firearms safety and marksmanship.

Juniors are also introduced to the shooting sports. Many of the juniors in this program have gone on to compete at local, state and national competitions including the National Junior Olympic Shooting Championships held each year at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

The program is for young adults 12-20 years old.

The program will run through March 26, 2011.

All the equipment for the program is provided including rifles, spotting scopes, shooting jackets, gloves, slings, shooting mats, eye and ear protection.

This is the 18th year of the program.

Instruction for the program is provided by NRA Certified Instructors and Coaches.

Cost of the program is $42 ($40 and $2 sales tax).

If you have any questions please call Tom or Tina Thompson at (701) 255-4601 (evenings), (701) 220-4601 (cell) or Mary Kay or Dave Tokach at (701) 663-8626.

CCW Course, Class I

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 21:55:55 GMT

We will be having another CCW Course, Class I, on October 27 and 29. Check our Upcoming Events for more details.

New Shooters Night

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 21:54:43 GMT

The BMRPA will be hosting another New Shooters Night. If you are new to shooting and feel intimidated by coming to the range and shoot alongside experienced shooters, then this is the event for you. Instructors will explain how the firing line works and what our safety rules are. They will also be able to answer your questions.

So if you are an inexperienced shooter, be sure to join us at our indoor range on Friday, October 22, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. If you can’t make it in October, we will be hosting another one on Friday, November 19.

For more information about this event, please contact Tom Thompson at (701) 255-4601.

September 2010

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 21:52:43 GMT

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High Power – Photo Gallery Update

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 21:57:22 GMT

Pictures of the September 2010 Long Range Regional Match winners have been added in the Photo Gallery.

We need your help!

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 21:10:56 GMT

Set up for Sunday’s match will be at approximately 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 21, and we sure could use a hand! There are stages to set up, mowing to be done and some set repair work. Many hands make light work and we could use all the help we can get. If anyone would like a ride out to the range, please contact Obadiah Might at (701) 471-8344.

Thunder Wolf

Action Pistol – Cancelled Matches

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:59:24 GMT

The August 21 and September 25 Action Pistol matches are cancelled. We will resume our matches on October 23, at the indoor range.

Bruce Magstadt

New section in the Photo Gallery

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:12:44 GMT

How many of us have wondered who’s who amongst our fellow shooters? Well, wonder no more, the printing press has made its way to town and we can now issue posters. Yes, you will now be able to put a name on that face you keep seeing on the street or in a dance hall or saloon in some dusty town.

As a side note, if any of you would like to have an 8″ x 10″ print of your mugshot, send me an email.

For those whose picture has been taken, I need your tagline in order to complete the mugshot. For the others, don’t worry, I’ll be there at our shoot in August, road conditions and weather permitting.

Thunder Wolf

“Braggin’ Rights” Contest

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:11:59 GMT

The time has come to name our shooting annex, but we need your help. If you have an idea for a catchy name, send it via email to Thunder Wolf. You have two weeks, until August 8, to send in your idea. We will then make a selection of the twelve most interesting names and set up a poll on the site to let you decide the final name. The author of the winning name will earn braggin’ rights to naming the annex!

Thunder Wolf

July Summer Heat Match

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 21:13:28 GMT

Howdy, Folks!

Mother Nature must like Cowboy Action Shooting as she gave us beautiful sunshine and light winds for our July Summer Heat match on July 18th.

We had 26 enthusiastic gunhands that competed in four challenging stages. Diablo Cummings made the long trek again to join us, the Trestle Valley Rangers were represented by Doc Hell, and Trail Driver jumped the border again and brought Dakota Nailbender and Dakota Woodbutcher along. I hear they were willing accomplices. And, of course, the Dakota RoughRiders turned out in great numbers. Thank you all!

Competitors were thrilled (well maybe that’s not exactly the right word) to find the Texas Star waiting for them on the last stage. This was the first time the DRR ever offered this target and as only a handful of the shooters had ever encountered it before, we tried to make it as painless as possible.

I thought everyone did a great job on it.

I even got one compliment on the stages and match. It was overwhelming.

It was a fine day of shooting and when the dust settled, CC Lakota was the overall winner. Great shootin’, CC!

We had five shooters ring steel with every shot with no procedurals and no penalties. Congratulations go out to CC Lakota, Pistolero Shay, Diablo Cummings, Dakota Rattler and Doc Hell. That was some fine shooting, gentlemen.

Well, our next match will be held on Sunday, August 22nd. Registration starts at noon.

Pistolero Shay will again be offering a “Wild Bunch” stage after the main match for those who would like to give this a try.

Hope to see you all there!

May all your lead find steel,

Blake Stone

Photo Gallery Update

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 21:14:15 GMT

The 2010 section is now online in the Photo Gallery. Be sure to check it out and take pictures during the matches!

Thunder Wolf

North Dakota Long Range State Championship fired on July 10 & 11, 2010

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 22:01:41 GMT

The North Dakota Long Range State Championship matches were held the weekend of July 10 and 11, 2010. The matches were fired at the Fried Family Shooting Complex southeast of Bismarck.

Twenty-five shooters from North Dakota, Minnesota, and Nebraska fired this year’s long range events. The Long Range State Championship includes classes for both F-Class and Conventional Highpower shooters. The course of fire includes a Palma match fired on Saturday, July 10, however, the Palma course of fired is not included in the overall long range state championship aggregate score. The Long Range State Championship match was fired in Sunday, July 11. The course of fire for the long range state championship includes 4 – 20 shot strings fired from 1,000 yards. Conventional NRA Highpower shooters fired 2 strings with iron sights and 2 strings with any sights.

Saturday was hot with temps in the upper 90’s. Wind were very light, however the mirage was extremely tricky. Tom Thompson (Bismarck) fired a 434-16x (possible 450) to win the Palma Conventional Class. Brain Suhr (Page), fired a 432-16x for the F-Class match win.

A front came through Saturday night which lead to lower temps – mid 80’s, and much lower humidity. The wind picked up with gusts in the 15 miles per hour range from the Northwest on Sunday. Tom Thompson won the 2010 North Dakota Long Range State Championship – Conventional – firing a 759-27x. Brian Suhr fired a 754-13x to win the 2010 F-Class State Championship.

Thanks to everyone who participated in our 2010 North Dakota Long Range State Championship matches on July 10 and 11, 2010. Thanks to the volunteers that helped run the matches including Leon Nesja and John Hoflen and thanks to our pit boss – Earl Garbina!

The season is moving on and there are several more big events on the calendar including a Long Range Regional scheduled at the Fried Family Shooting Complex on September 11 and 12, and the North Dakota Mid-Range State Championship which will be fired on September 25 and 26 in Rolla.

Tom Thompson

Action Pistol – UPDATE – July 17 Match Cancelled

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 22:02:58 GMT

The July 17 match has been cancelled due to the State Tri-Gun Match being held on July 18. We will resume our activities with the scheduled match in August.

Bruce Magstadt

Calendar additions

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 21:15:09 GMT

Our calendar now lists cowboy matches held in Belfield, East Grand Forks, Enderlin, and Minot. These guys visit us at our matches and I’m sure they’ll appreciate visits from our members.

June Weather and Match

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 21:19:47 GMT

The skies looked ominous in the early morning hours of the 5th of June. If you listened to the weather forecast, you probably wondered if it was worth getting out of bed. The prognosticators had predicted rain and wind for most of the day. But when you’re a Cowboy Action Shooter, you don’t listen to such drivel. You go with your instincts and your love of the sport. As Trail Driver said, “We’ve been wet before”. So 25 shooters threw caution to the wind and converged to the home of the Dakota Roughriders, to partake in a little shooting, a little feasting, and a lot of fun. And to top it off, before the match started the skies broke to a beautiful blue!

Trail Driver and Grease Cup came up from South Dakota. Thanks for all your help, Trail Driver. Diablo Cummings made the trip down from Traill County. The Sheyenne Valley Peacekeepers were well represented by Doc Neilson, Lodgepole, Cousin Roy, and our current State Champ, Johnny Otter. And out of the western Badlands rode a hombre by the name of Rough Rider Ray. We appreciate all you making the trip and hope you had fun. We also have some regulars with a bit of a trail to ride to make our monthly matches. Cheval has about an hour on the road and makes most every shoot. And from the foothills of the Prophet’s Mountains, CC Lakota and Dakota Maid made the long journey to our range. We admire your dedication.

With starting lines from Unforgiven, Tombstone, and The Fighting Kentuckian, we were turned loose on four fast and challenging stages. Thanks, Striped Buffalo, for adding your special touch to the targets.

During the match we discovered some things. Everyone knows Lawrence Welk, a couple of us have absolutely no rhythm, and that nasty Badger can bite you if’n ya don’t pay attention.

We had four clean shooters! Congratulations go out to Rod-Iron-Rip, Cousin Roy, Dakota Rattler, and CC Lakota. Well done, gentlemen!

CC Lakota parlayed that clean match into and Overall Match victory thanks to his consistent stage finishes (that means he was fast, too).

Congratulations, CC Lakota!

Not So Slim Jim whipped up his infamous pulled pork sandwiches and had us all feeling fat and sassy for the last two stages. Thank you, Jim.

And thanks again to our Office Manager, Cindy. I couldn’t get through the match without you.

Our Webmaster, Thunder Wolf, has some sorta scheme up her sleeve, because she lined us all up against the wall and shot us. Good thing it was with her camera! You’ll want to keep an eye on the website for further developments on this project.

That’s about it for now. Thanks to all for coming out.

May all your lead find steel.

Blake Stone

Wild Bunch Trial

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 21:18:52 GMT

After our Cowboy Action Match on June 5, Pistolero Shay set up a Wild Bunch stage for us to try. Eleven shooters did and enjoyed the mix of older and newer firearms. Shotguns, lever rifles and 1911 pistols were fired on steel targets.

If there’s enough interest, we could add Wild Bunch to our disciplines so be sure to drop us a line!

Thunder Wolf

May Mayhem

Sun, 16 May 2010 21:30:03 GMT

The Dakota RoughRiders’ May Mayhem match began overcast and blustery. But 17 shooters braved that start and were rewarded with some pretty decent weather. Once ya start throwin’ lead downrange, you don’t notice the cold and if you don’t have to chase your hat, a little breeze feels pretty good.

We shot 4 stages but were unable to use bay #3 because Obadiah forgot the boat. Ya, it’s wet out there. That’s where that breeze comes in handy, it kept the mosquitoes away….. doesn’t work for tics!

Like I was sayin’, we had 17 shooters and sixteen of us went home a little humbled by the experience, as we were all taken to school (shooter’s school that is) by Dakota Maid. Congratulations on your Clean Match!

Another shooter who deserves mention is Dakota Rough Rider. He actually rang steel with every shot, but suffered one of the many brain fades of the day and ended up with a procedural on a difficult target sequence. Good shooting Rough Rider!

Blake Stone was the overall match winner.

The rest of us worked through a number of malfunctions, brain fades and other totally unexplainable shooting misfortunes, to have as much fun as the law allows.

Last month we heard very touching eulogies for our two recently departed shooting pards and this month, on stage one, we all got to say our final farewells as a starting line for the stage. We have a couple markers up on Boot Hill for those two scoundrels. We buried them last month but just put the markers up before the match, so we’re really not certain if the marker locations are right. See, we did a little celebrating after we “planted” the boys, and kinda forgot where we put them. So you may want to be careful if ya do any diggin’ on the hill.

Blake Stone

Action Pistol – UPDATE for May 8, 2010

Wed, 05 May 2010 13:29:19 GMT

Because of the weather forecast, the May 8 Action Pistol match will be held at the indoor range.

April 2010

Sat, 01 May 2010 22:08:26 GMT

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Action Pistol – May 8, 2010

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 22:10:54 GMT

Our next match, on May 8, 2010, will be held outdoors. Please note that it will be a pistol match only.

Bruce Magstadt

Cowboy Lever, Military Silhouette – April 25, 2010

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 22:12:42 GMT

I hope everyone had a great time. Turned out to be a pretty good day for the match – great morning – got a little windy towards the end – but it wasn’t too bad. Congratulations to the Match Winners Kevin Hertz (Military), Tim Frank (Cowboy Lever Action/Rifle) and Gary Vennie (Cowboy Lever Action/Pistol).

The next Military and Cowboy Lever Action Silhouette matches will be on June 5, then September 5. However, if you’re interested in other rifle silhouette events, there will be matches on June 19, July 24, and the state championship on August 14 and 15. In addition, we will have an M1 Garand and Highpower clinic this Friday (April 30) at the Johnson Family Marksmanship Center, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. This will be followed by an M1 Garand Match on Saturday, May 1, starting at 9:00 a.m. If you have a Garand rifle (or basically any military rifle) bring it out to the Garand Match on Saturday.

Hope to see everyone back, and bring along some more friends next time.

Thanks again for attending our event.

Tom Thompson

New Shooter Night

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 22:14:28 GMT

New to shooting and feel intimidated by coming to the range and shoot alongside experienced shooters? Then this is the event for you. Instructors will explain how the firing line works and what our safety rules are. They will also be able to answer your questions.

So if you are an inexperienced shooter, be sure to join us at our indoor range on Monday, May 10, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

For more information about this event, please send an email to Mike Barrett at mikebarrett6@gmail.com .

WOW! (April 18, 2010 Match)

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 21:33:17 GMT

That’s got to be the best weather we’ve had for one of our April events in quite a few years! A little breezy, but the temp was pleasant if you stayed busy. And we all stayed busy as we had 15 shooters at our Sunday match. We shot 2 stages, broke for lunch, then shot 3 more stages to finish off a great day at the range.

Maybe the indoor shooting this winter hasn’t been a total waste of time (although I’ll never admit that), as we had some pretty heated competition.

Thank you, Two X Tom, for donating the flag for use at our shooting annex. It’s nice to have Old Glory flying close to the action. And where would we be without Cindy? She picked up right where she left off last fall, making sure things run smoothly and keeping all the cowboys on the straight and narrow. Sometimes it’s a little like tryin’ to herd cats. We really appreciate everything you do!

We welcomed two new shooters to our ranks as we said our final goodbyes to Loco Joe and Dakota Dealer, both called to that great bordello in the sky. But they were ably replaced by Badlands Vigilante and Obadiah Might. I hate to sound cold, but those other two were definitely men of “questionable character”.

Oh, yah, back to the match.

Blake Stone took the overall win for the first outdoor match of the season. It was also his first match shooting Frontier Cartridge (where did those targets go?).

We had only two shooters shoot the match clean. Two seniors! These guys are making a habit of this. Great shooting, Pistolero Shay and Dakota Rattler!

Thanks to Obadiah for supplying and grilling the burgers and thanks to everyone else who brought something for the pot-luck lunch. It was fantastic! Good food and good company! With shooting thrown in, it’s a perfect day!

May all your lead find steel (finally!)

Blake Stone

Important information re: April 18, 2010 match

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 21:34:12 GMT

The Dakota Roughriders know that part of the cowboy action shooters sport is dressing the part. However, due to the unpredictable weather conditions in North Dakota and the fact that we will be shooting outdoors for our April match, we request that each shooter dresses appropriately for the weather conditions. Please wear whatever clothing you need to keep warm and comfortable while shooting outdoors. No shooter will be disqualified or punished for wearing clothing that keeps them warm and comfortable.

Dakota Dealer

Match of March 20, 2010

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 21:37:15 GMT

Howdy,

Hope this finds everyone safely home from the match. We had a great turnout with 19 registered shooters, including 2 first timers.

Pistolero Shay, Shopkeep and Dakota Dealer did an outstanding job on the stages and also provided some much needed snacks between stages 2 and 3.

With that many shooters, the match naturally took a while to complete. That’s just the nature of the “indoor cowboy shooting” beast. But everyone pitched in and we did get done before 6 pm. Thanks to all who helped with the RO’ing and everything else there was to do.

Thanks also to all who helped with teardown, sometimes it seems like magic. You turn around for a minute and everything is done. This first season of indoor shooting was definitely a learning experience. You can bet we’ll be doing a few things differently during the next season of darkness.

The results speak for themselves.

Blackwater Bill was the overall winner of the match. Congratulations, Bill! And we had three Clean Shooters: Dakota Psycho, Doc Hell, and Shopkeep. Great job!

Keep your fingers crossed that we get some warm dry weather moving through so we can finally get to where Cowboy Action Shooting belongs… the great outdoors.

May all your lead find steel (starting next month).

Blake Stone

Action Shooting – March 28, 2010 Match

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:15:45 GMT

This match will require approximately 100 rounds. Take note that there will be a 36-round stage, so don’t forget to bring enough magazines.

Bruce Magstadt

Magnum night cancelled and replaced with Open Shooting on March 19, 2010

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 22:17:03 GMT

Magnum Pistol Night has been canceled. After a lengthy debate at the General Membership meeting on March 15, a motion was passed by a 2 to 1 majority to study the magnum issue and how it effects our indoor range. We will test different ammunition on a sample of our baffle and study the ballistic data available to make a knowledgeable decision about shooting indoors.

However, Open Shooting will take place instead. So on Friday March 19, 2010, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. shooting will be with the allowed cartridges from the 50 foot line.

Date changed for September Match

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:38:09 GMT

Howdy cowboys and cowgirls!

Please note we moved our September match to the 19th. The calendar has been updated as well as the schedule PDF.

Thunder Wolf

First Indoor Match

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 22:44:09 GMT

Howdy, folks!

February 6th was a red letter date for the Dakota RoughRiders as we held our first official indoor match at the new Johnson Family Marksmanship Center in Bismarck.

Fifteen shooters turned out to help christen the event and they were treated to four fun-filled stages… and some fantastic snacks!

It was great to see all the regular shooters who turned out to support us and we also welcomed back one of our reigning state champs in Misty Target, who flew in from college in Minnesota to shoot with us.

Anaconda Jack came out of hiding after many years and he even rounded up his old gang, his brothers, The Vegan from Tennessee and Fat Hand Cozby from Montana. It was fun shooting with these guys!

Everyone had a blast (sorry) with their new shotgun rounds designed for indoor shooting (12 ga. shotshell cases shooting a .45 cal wax bullet with a primer). With no recoil, it was hilarious to watch the expressions on everyone’s faces!

Well, the inaugural indoor match was won by Blake Stone who was also the only clean shooter for the match.

Our next indoor match will be held on March 20th. Registration starts at noon with shooting starting at 1p.m. after a short safety briefing.

May all your lead find steel (or cardboard).

Blake Stone

December 2009

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 23:20:15 GMT

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Welcome to our new website!

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 22:48:43 GMT

Howdy to all cowboys and cowgirls!

The Dakota RoughRiders are pleased to welcome you on their brand new website. Most of the site is done but there are some neat features comin’ our way, including a picture gallery of our members (it’ll make it easier to recognize everybody, especially for me who’s a new member).

So be sure to keep checkin’ with us in the comin’ months for all the new things to come!

In the meantime, keep warm and be sure to look at our calendar for our upcoming practices and matches at the indoor range.

Thunder Wolf

Welcome to our new website!

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 23:21:33 GMT

The Bismarck-Mandan Rifle and Pistol Association has a brand new site! There is still a lot of work to be done so bear with us as content is revised and new features are added.

A lot of events are already listed in the Upcoming Events section but a lot still needs to be added so be sure to check frequently.

Match of October 4, 2009

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 21:49:48 GMT

Our final match of the year was shot under threatening skies, but went off without a hitch.

There was a lot happening, and happening fast!

First… Congratulations to Dakota Psycho as he took top honors in the regular match!

The “Gold Rush” team event was won by the team of Blackwater Bill and Rough Rider Ray. Good job!

The fastest time in the qualifying round for the man-on-man event was Blackwater Bill with a 4.59 second run! (Told you things happened fast)

And the Winner of the Man-On-Man Shootout was none other than Not-So-Slim Jim. Congratulations!

I’d like to thank all who came out and shot with us this year. You made it another sucessful year for the Dakota RoughRiders.

Good Lord willin’, we can gather again next year and fight all them bad hombres, round up all those strays and save all them that need savin’.

Hope you all had as much fun this year as I did.

Thanks again,

Blake Stone

A successful day of work

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 20:05:54 GMT

You couldn’t have ordered a better day as a few of the RoughRiders gathered to try to beautify the range (aka fix up the registration shack). Bright sunshine and sunny dispositions combined to make this work day a real pleasure. We were under the direct supervision of Two X Tom, who brought a trailer full of know-how and materials, and a truck full of patience. We really appreciate it, Tom! Assistant carpenters for the day were Dakotan, Dakota Rattler, Dakota Dealer, Heck Catcher, Doc Syn, Cheval and Blake Stone. Everyone pitched in as they could, and the shack is now better than half complete. Check out the pics on this website to see the progress. A big thank you to all involved.

Don’t forget… We have a match this Sunday, October 4th. Registration at 12, shooting starts at 1 p.m.

Blake Stone

Match of September 2009

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:06:40 GMT

Our September match was shot under a warm (hot), bright, sunny sky. We had 22 registered shooters and we welcomed Joe Coe back from Gunsmoke, the Minnesota State Shoot. Joe was sittin’ in the campground at the range behind Ahlman’s gun shop outside Morristwon, MN, at 7 a.m., but made it back in time to join in on our match! Many of us were thankful for the “jet-lag” that seemed to have a firm grip on him. Blackwater Bill continued his mastery of the metal targets, as he claimed the overall win. Congratulations, Bill!

Welcome to Alex Schmidt and Dakota Gun, (Dave Hartsoch), who shot with the RoughRiders for the first time. Alex is a local shooter we should be seing a lot more of in the future and Dave made the trip all the way form Ray, ND. We all knew Psycho was a corrupting force! Good luck on getting things rolling in the Williston area. Timbercrick Mick was down to represent the Trestle Valley Rangers and Rough Rider Ray and Bandit Rider showed that the Badlands Bandits love to shoot! Dakota Dealer tried to gain an advantage on everyone by making his bullets longer to get them closer to the targets…didn’t work out so well. Might want to rethink that strategy.

We had 4 shooters emerge from all the smoke and flyin’ lead (and laughter) with no misses/no procedurals. Cngratulaltions go to Heck Catcher, Dakota Rattler, Cheval and Blake Stone for shooting this match clean. Our next match is Sunday, October 4th. Registration at noon, shooting follows safety breifing at 1.

May all your lead find steel.

Blake Stone

July 2009

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 22:24:25 GMT

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ND/SD State Match

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:08:14 GMT

For those of you that were with the Dakota RoughRiders contingency at the ND/SD State Match this past weekend in Enderlin, all I can say is thanks for coming and I’m sure you had a lot of fun. 139 shooters spent two days on ten stages of steel ringing fun. In the end, we brought home some hardware. First to Pistolero Shay and Joe Coe who shot the whole match clean, WOW! That is something to be proud of! Misty Target moved up to the Cowgirl division this year and took ND Champion and OVereall in that category. This left Striped Buffalo to bring home the Ladies Junior Championship (ND and Overall). Never a doubt and I do mean never. Not to brag, but I won the ND Gunfighter category, Dakota Maid won Ladies Senior (ND and Overall) and ND Ladies Championship for the second year in a row. CC Lakota won Senior Duelist (ND and Overall). Joe Coe won the Wrangler category (ND), Tom C took second in Senior (ND), and Blake Stone took 3rd in the 49er category (ND). For those of you wondering, this year Johnny Otter finally caught Chance Calhoun and won the ND State Championship. They ended up tied in rank points, but Johnny edged Chance out by less than 5 seconds total time. If anyone wants to see the rest of the eresults, check out the Sheyenne Valley Peacekeepers website . Striped Buffalo and Misty Target also showed they’re not afraid to run with the big dogs, as they each took home an award for Ladies side matches, with Striped Buffalo taking 2nd in Speed Shotgun and Misty taking 2nd in Speed Pistol.

Now for a little club business, there is going to be a work day at the Moffit Range on Saturday June 27th. We have access to a large loader and the plan is to move that gravel around to where it is going to be useful and to put a coat of sealer on the new stage front. As for the time, I believe that we will probably be at the range around 9:00. If it is hot, we don’t plan on working all day but we should get a few things in order before our July match. I understand that some people are not physically able to help out, but we could sure use the moral support. If anyone wants to know what to bring start with a shovel, rake, paint brush, paint roller and pan. Any one or all of these items will be helpful.

Until next time, remember I’m rootin’ for ya because we’re all in this together.

Dakota Dealer

April 2009

Fri, 01 May 2009 22:26:49 GMT

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December 2008

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 23:29:31 GMT

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Last match of the season summary

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 20:09:15 GMT

Well folks, as the sun sets on another shooting season at Moffit, I’d like to take this oopportunity to thank everyone who turned out for our shoots andmade this year a complete success. I only have one complaint about this season…some people are shooting entirely too fast! There’s got to be a safety issue here. Don’t ya think? But seriously, this was a great year! It was fun to see the vast improvement of not only our new shooters, but some of the old timers cranked it up a notch, too. Good competition brings out the beset in all of us. And the competition here can get pretty hot, heavy and hilarious! Good comraderie brings out a feelling of family. This year we became a closer knit bunch of cowboys and cowgirls as we worked together to turn out fun shoots for everyone. We’ve seen a lot fo new shooters this year and hope that next year they will continue to be a part of our group.

As for the last shoot of the season, we had 20 shooters. Johnny Otter made the trip from the Southeast to show us how things are done. Joe Coe was hot on his trail all day, but came up just a bit short when the final tallies where in. Well donne, Johnny!

I’d also like to congratulate the Clean Match Shooters. We had 6 Clean Shooters representing 6 different categories!

Dakota Dealer shooting (double) Duelist; Doc Hell, Silver Senior; Joe Coe, Modern; Misty Target, Ladies Traditional; Pistolero Shay, 49er; and Tom C, Senior. Congrats!!

Keep checking the website for news updates. We are planning a couple more work days at the range to finish up a few things.

We’ll use the website to announce when they will be.

In the words of Theodore Roosevelt, “I may not shoot well, but I know how to shoot often!”

Thank you to all for a great year!

Blake Stone

September 2008

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:31:51 GMT

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Match of August 3, 2008

Sun, 03 Aug 2008 20:10:18 GMT

At this point I usually make some comment about how the weather was really lousy, but being the cowboys and cowgirls that we are, we managed to get through it.

However, for the August 3rd shoot the weather was really nice, in fact it was probably the niceset day we have had all year. Low 80’s with a nice breeze (not a wind, but a breeze), the new shooting bays and stage fronts were looking good, and our friends Segundo, Trail Driver, and Grease Cup came up from South Dakota, Deadly Dale and Stephanie came over, and Roughrider Ray, Renegade Rene, Beowowe Mama, Seldom Sober, and Seldom Awake Kid even made the trip from Belfield to shoot with us. I figure we had shooters from across the state to initiate the new cowboy annex.

With such a good turn out and high spirits, you would expect an absolutely wonderful day of shooting. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case for quite a few people. There were a lot of equipment malfunctions and procedurals to go around. I’m not saying that we didn’t have a great time, but it would seem that our mental capacity was stretched to its limits. The old saying that when the buzzer goes off your brains go to your boots might be a little bit of an undersstatement.

In some cases the brains hit the boots at the loadding table. Especially when yours truly stages his guns wrong and then proceeds to shoot the guns in the wrong order. Yes, I did write the stage, yes, I did read the scenario, and no, I was not the first shooter. Excuses…well I just don’t have one. In fact, this was not the first, nor the last little brain toot of the day. Someone (I won’t mention Joe’s name) made a similar mistake on the same stage. Yes, targets were shot out of order and guns just didn’t want to play, but, by golly, we got the new annex broke in right. With 25 shooters we had a really great day. It was also great to see Sandy, Striped Buffalo’s mom come out to see her daughter in action, and Striped Buffalo was polite enough to put on a show. Watch out, Doc Syn, your daughter is gettin’ pretty good with the six guns. Misty Target will have to shoot with the ladies next year, but I think that Striped Buffalo will step in andd fill her shoes and make us all here at the Dakota RoughRiders mighty proud.

Before we can shoot at our range again, we are going to help out the Missouri Valley Shooting Association with their annual kids day at McLain Bottoms public range If there is anyone that wants to help out, we won’t turn them away. We plan on being there at 8:00 a.m. and get things set up. The kids should arrive around nine. We will put on a demonstration at 9ish and then let the kids shoot until noon, at noon we will break for lunch and then do another demonstration and then run until 4:00. I sure understand that some people can’t be out there all day but if you want to come help out for an hour or two we would be more than grateful. I hope to see a lot of faces at Bordertown Shootout over Labor Day weekend, and if we don’t cross paths there, hopefully in September. Until then, keep your stick on the ice. Remember, were all in this together.

Dakota Dealer

Work on the Cowboy Action Range

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 20:11:20 GMT

“Home, home on the range.” Yes, ladies and gentlemen (and children of all ages), the Dakota RoughRiders have a newe home. It is still at the same range, but we have completed enough work on the new annex to allow us to shoot there for our August 3rd match. We really need to thank some people for all the hard work: Cheval, Tom C, Doc Syn, Blake Stone, Heck Catcher, Sam May, Dean Murrey and his son Tyler, Dakota Dealer and that tall fellow, Joe. We also need to thank all of those whose planning and dedication in the beginning made this shooting annex possible. When you see these people, please shake their hand and say “thank you”. They put in a lot of work. It was a hot and dirty job (I think I washed an acre of dirt down the shower drain) but the results are going to be well worth it.

After the rain on Saturday night, not much got done on Sunday. Weeds were sprayed and timbers were cut so that we have enough material to finish the third and fourth shooting bays. The decision was made to use the two new bays for the rest of the year and to do more construction later when the weather is a little cooler. The fronts that were constructed over the winter were moved into place (Dave Shaffer’s Saloon went in first) so that we will have some all new stages to shoot in August.

I know that I have been pushing the lever silhouette matches, but it would be nice to have some more cowboy shooters make an appearance at these matches. They are really relaxing, no set up, no tear down, you can shoot in shorts and a ball cap, and you can use the cowboy ammunition you already have. There are some people that show up at these matches that I think we could corrupt and include in our sport. We will be doing the set up for our August 3rd match after the silhouette match on the 2nd. With the new bays in place, this should be an easier thing to do.

With that, I hope to see a lot of people at our next shoot, even if they just come out to look at what we have accomplished and see where things are going. To say we are excited about what is going on would be an understatement, so until next time shoot straight.

Dakota Dealer

June 2008

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:34:46 GMT

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Match of June 28, 2008

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 20:12:18 GMT

If there is one thing you can say about this year, it is that the weather does not want to play along. The wind was enough to make you think we were going to end up in another state! On the bright side, this year we have had more new shooters than ever before. So, let’s give a big shout out to Striped Buffalo (Ashley Bourgois, Doc Syn’s daughter, and if you saw her paint job on the buffalo targets, you’d understand where the name came from), Cleo C. (Tom C’s wife) and we even had some fellers from South Dakota that must have gotten lost. Thanks to Trail Driver, Sagundo and Grease Cup for making the long trip up to play with us, and believe it or not, we even had a tall stranger show up that we haven’t seen in a while, huh, Joe.

We also need to put out a big thanks to Not So Slim Jim and his wife Cindy for the grub, they did a wonderful job at keeping everyone feeling fat and sassy.

For those of you not at the match, we did shoot “Nitro Express”. For those not familiar with the stage, it is a two person stage with one person shooting and the other loading nitro into the wagon (water balloons). This worked well, it even made for some real interesting match ups. Doc Syn and Blake Stone took on Misty Target and Striped Buffalo (yup, dads against kids). The dads won, but not by much. In fact, only two teams shot the stage clean, Doc and Blake Stone and Misty Target and Striped Buffalo.

Folks, we have a couple of young girls shooting with us that in a few years are going to be giving everyone a run for the money. It’s great to see the young shooters at this year’s matches, we all know Austin LaVista, but Gall Dixie and Cousin Roy have their kids shooting, also.

Dakota Dealer

Note from Blake Stone – 2008 SASS ND State Ladies Junior Champion

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 20:13:38 GMT

This is just a note from Blake Stone and I thought it worthy of posting for all to see.

Hi to all,

Just a note to let you know that Janella Reiswig (Misty Target) is the 2008 SASS North Dakota State Ladies Junior Champion. She took the title this past weekend at the combined ND/SD State Championships held in Enderlin, ND. She’s a first year shooter who handles herself well, knows how to run-and-gun, and truly understands the “spirit of the game”.

ps…Pa (Blake Stone) couldn’t be prouder!!

You can check out all the winners (a few from our local club) at http://www.sheyennevalleypeacekeepers.com.

The results should be posted by week’s end. Note to Dakota RoughRiders: Tom Carlson won Senior Division, CC Lakota won Senior Duelist, Dakota Maid is Ladies Senior and new ND Ladies Champion (nine days after knee surgery, the doctor said not to do house work but nothing about shooting)!

Yellowstone Vic won Frontier Cartridge and shot a clean match, again.

Doc Hell shot a clean match and was 4th in the Silver Senior Division.

Chance Calhoun won Traditional and is ND Men’s Champ for the 3rd straight year!!!

I’m sure I missed someone, so check out the results.

One other thing to note for all of those that couldn’t make it to the State Shoot, the pig roast on Saturday was delicious and the band afterwards was also wonderful but one of the biggest surprises was the singing talent of Cathouse Barbie as she belted out a couple of tunes with the band.

Dakota Dealer

Match of June 8, 2008

Sun, 08 Jun 2008 20:14:35 GMT

Now let’s see if I recall this right, April was windy, rainy and cold, May was sunny and hot so that must mean that June should be cold, rainy, sunny and hot. Well guess what, it was! The day started cold and rainy but we waited it out and it was well worth it.

We all know there was a lot going on over the weekend so we really appreciate ethe fact that everyone showed up. We even had some visitors from across the state, Trips and Chance Calhoun came in and put on quite a show. For you new shooters, Chance is the state champion, two years running. Speaking of the State Match, it is on June 20-22 in Enderlin, ND. This is going to be a lot of fun and I’m sure everyone is looking forward to it. To you new shooters, if you are looking for a weekend match to cut your teeth on, I really suggest “Bordertown” in East Grand Forks. You can check them out at http://www.egfgunclub.org/bordertown-shootout.htm or contact Brian Burkett at cowboy@egfgunclub.org. Their website has some really good pictures of last year’s match.

I’m going to take this moment to take care of some items related to our June 28th match:

Set up: we could really use help for set up the night before. Now I understand that making two trips to the range on one weekend is hard on gas, so we will meet at the Oasis on Friday, June 27th, in the west parking lot. This way, we can get as many people as possible to car pool.

We are serving lunch that day, if anyone would like to hlep out or bring something, that would be greatly appreciated. When I have cooked before I figured on feeding around 30 people. That many usually don’t show up but the rest of us eat enough to make up the difference.

Anyone interested in going to Belfield on Saturday, June 14th? I still have room in my vehicle.

You can get a hold of me by phone (701) 471-8344 or email me at peeric@btinet.net.

Just remember, you stop playing because you get old, you get old because you stop playing.

Dakota Dealer

Match of May 18, 2008

Mon, 19 May 2008 20:15:28 GMT

“April showers bring May flowers” or so the saying goes, but for us cowboy and cowgirl shooters, April cold and windy brings May warm and sunny. I tell you, what a difference a month makes. Yes, it was a little breezy, but at least we could keep our hats on! Ain’t that the truth, Not So Slim Jim?

On that note we need to take our hats off to some people, first and foremost let’s acknowledge Dakota Maid and CC Lakota. They celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary this May. Also let’s have a big cowboy welcome for Misty Target for her first match, and let’s add a little warning to dad (Blake Stone), she was runnin’ and gunnin’ like a pro. She even handled ejecting a live round without a problem,. She just reloaded and kept right on a shootin’. Also, let’s tip our hat to the new shooters that came back this month. The only new shooter that wasn’t there was Charlie Waite and he was out of town for his wife’s grandfather’s 92nd birthday. That goes to show you don’t stop playing because you get old, you get old because you stop playing.

The new shooters didn’t take long to figure out the game, Jerome is starting to figure things out, too, and it’s great to see a new duelist at the match. Looks like Tom and Brian got somebody to make some new leather for them. It looks good, too.

Now, for just a quick reminder, our next shoot is Sunday, June 8th. We set up the night before about 5:30-6:00 p.m. on the 7th and could sure use some help for that. It’s a great opportunity to visit with other people, get a feel for the stages, and if you want a little practice or want to test a gun or some ammunition loads, it’s a great time to do that too.

Till next time we meet, keep the dirty side down.

Dakota Dealer

Match of April 2008

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 20:16:12 GMT

Ahhh yes, spring, the weather is turning warm, the flowers are blooming and the sun takes on a nice warm feeling. Unless you plan on shooting a cowboy match in North Dakota, then it’s cold and windy. So it was for the first match of the year for the Dakota RoughRiders.

I have to take my hat off to all the folks that showed up to start the year off with a shiver and a bang. It was a cool and breezy day out (kind of like Antarctica in the middle of winter) cowboy coats were replaced with heavy winter coats and long johns were the norm. However we did have six new shooters at the match, along with eleven seasoned (and not so seasoned) veterans. So, the Dakota RoughRiders want to say welcome to Bryan Boeln, Charlie Waite (Chris Burnside), Jerome Berg, Marshal Josh Prophet (Don Warren), Not So Slim Jim (Jim Vollmer) and Tom Liebel. We would also like to recognize a couple of new shooters from last year, Larry Ewer and Kyle Fuglesten.

Lunch offered a welcome respite from the howling winds outside, with ham, calico beans, bread rolls and lots of hot coffee. Things started to look up on that front, even if the weather never did cooperate. A lot of steel got rung and a lot of bull got shot but in the end Blake Stone started the year off right with the overall win followed closely by Tom C and Pistolero Shay. Ya know, it’s kinda hard to aim a pistol when your hands are shakin’ from the cold. Hopefully, we’ll see all those new shooters May 18th and hope that the weather warms up enough to get a few more shooters out.

Until next month, keep the dirty side down.

Dakota Dealer