BJTS - 4th Friday Shoot (Field Rifle)
Details
Fri 28 Jun 2024 18:00 — 21:00
Event information
Registration for this event closes at Fri 28 Jun 2024 20:00.
Date & Time
- 4th Friday of each month (February - November).
- Please arrive at 5:30pm for a 6:00pm start.
Field Rifle
The course of fire for the “Field Rifle” Competition consists of:-
- 10 rounds at 25m – Rapid Fire (4 lots of 3 shots with the best 10 to count)
- 10 rounds at 25m – Off Hand
- 10 rounds at 50m – Standing Post Rest
- 12 rounds at 50m – Sitting Post Rest
More information on Field Rifle
Equipment
- Any .22LR rimfire bolt action sporting type, magazine-fed, fitted with telescopic sight with a magnification of x6 or lower or adjustable to x6 or lower.
- Dedicated target-type rifles and thumbhole stocks are not permitted.
- If you do not own your own 22lr Rimfire Rifle, Unfortunatly, Club Rifles are NOT available at the Friday night shoot.
- It is recommended that you bring at least 100 rounds of .22lr ammunition. This will allow for practice and competition. Ammunition is available for purchase on Saturday from the range shop.
Costs
| Range Fees | Comp Fees | Practice Fees | Total Fees | |
| Non-Members (Starting out) | $ 5.00 | $ 3.00 | $ 8.00 | |
| SSAA Member (Branch Q01) | $ 3.00 | $ 3.00 | ||
| BJTS Member | $ 3.00 | $ 3.00 | ||
| Junior Member with ARP | $ 3.00 | $ 3.00 | ||
| These fees are applicable to each and every event | ||||
- BJTS Joining Fee $11.00 (Once off, SSAA membership required)
Bookings
- Registrations are to be made in the name of the Junior attending.
- Any Fees payable are paid on arrival.
Requirements
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Juniors must bring a photo ID with proof of date of birth. (Ages 11-17 inclusive)
- For the purposes of a Minor attending a shooting range, the following is acceptable photo ID:
- Australian Passport
- School ID with Photo
- JP Certified photo of the child (certification to include Date of Birth). Only original certified photo is accepted
- Learners Permit/Drivers Licence
- Photo Identification Card issued by Queensland Transport - provides proof of age for Queenslanders aged 15 years or older
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Parent/guardian must remain with juniors at all times.
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Adults bringing juniors who are not the legal parent/guardian must bring a letter from the parent/guardian authorising the junior to attend the range to participate in the shooting activity.
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Fully Enclosed footwear and hearing protection are also required (both the Juniors and their adult guardian).
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All range attendance must comply with the SSAA Brisbane Conditions of Range Attendance
Attitude
- Prepared to have a good time and be taught to shoot safely
- Junior shooters will be provided guidance on-
- Safe handling of firearms
- Safety requirements at the range
- How to shoot from the bench, standing and other shooting positions
- How to shoot competitions including “Field Rifle” & “Rifle Metallic Silhouette”.
- Techniques to improve accuracy
- Competitive level depends on the individual’s choice.
- A willingness to be well behaved and act in a mature manner is a mandatory requirement.
New Shooters Joining the Junior Section.
- New juniors will not be required to compete in the competitions
- Transition to competitions once the individual is satisfied with their own ability
Additional information
- Membership of the Sporting Shooters Association of Australia is not initially compulsory for the Junior Target Shooter, however, membership is expected after 3 attendances. The junior must be a member to enter SSAA postal and other major SSAA competitions.
- If you are interested in joining the Brisbane Junior Target Shooters section please contact ssaabjts@gmail.com for information on how to become a member.
To make a bookings please click on the REGISTER button at the top of this page.