On Saturday, February 3rd, POTACC (President of the Antwerp Conservation Club) and 20 others braved the cold to shoot the annual Cold War rifle match. This event was hosted by the St. Joesph County Restoration Club outside of Elkart Indiana. This is held every year in February. It was a low turn out compared to last year which had 40+ shooters come out enjoy an unusually warm day in February.
The course of fire was engaging paper and steel targets at 50 and 100 yards. The paper targets were of different threats. They consisted of bears, dinosaurs, bad guys and scoring ringed targets. The steel targets were 24” poppers. To start, you had to lay on the ground and engage five paper targets and two steel targets at fifty yards. Then you had to get up and run to a car door and engage the remaing targets at 100 yards. Each shooter earned a score and a time. The best possible score was 92. A couple shooters earned scores of 91, a few more got scores 87. Others were close behind. The top three contestants earned a metal. The contestants ages ranged from 13 to 77.
This is a small club with lots of fun events. Their club leaders and members are very friendly and enjoy having the Antwerp Conservation Club members come out to participate. They remember us and welcome us with open arms. It’s great to spend time with people who make you feel welcome and they want to know what we are doing at our club. During the match I was able to let them know what we have planned for 2018. They are very excited about what we have to offer. I left them with copies our our upcoming events and they are looking forward to coming our way this year. Some asked if there were campgrounds near by so they can spend the weekend.
We are offering something for everyone this year. It doesn’t matter what you own or what your skill level is, we have an event for you. Hand gun, rifle, shotgun, young or old. Check out our website to see what is coming. If you have questions about any of our events, contact the range chairman who is heading the event or me at garyamabis@gmail.com. You can find this information on our website.
– Gary Mabis, President
Antwerp Conservation Club
