U.S.A. -(AmmoLand.com)- The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is excited to return to its regular competition schedule in 2021 and is adding a few new events to provide additional marksmanship opportunities around the country. The events are open to the public and offer an opportunity to attend clinics and schools to learn more about the world of marksmanship.
The 2021 season kicks off March 12-21, at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix, Arizona, with the Western CMP High Power and Games Matches. The Western Games, entering its 17th year, has added new competitions that have been long anticipated but never fired at the annual event – a series of pistol matches.
Pistol opportunities now on the schedule include a CMP Match Pistol 2700, EIC Service Pistol, .22 Rimfire Pistol EIC, Military & Police Service Pistol, and 1911 As-Issued Pistol matches. A Pistol Marksmanship 101 class will provide an educational option for competitors on and off of the firing line, along with a beginner M9 EIC match competition at the conclusion of the course.
Western Games also offers a variety of CMP’s own modern and vintage rifle events, like the John C. Garand, Springfield, Rimfire Sporter, Carbine, and Vintage Sniper Matches. As with pistol, a Rifle Marksmanship 101 course and accompanying beginner M16 Match is set to be held, giving participants a look at the fundamentals of rifle handling. Another educational opportunity is the GSM New Shooter Clinic, which provides individuals an inside look at competing in CMP’s Games events.
Additionally, the CMP HP (Highpower) Matches attract marksmen and women looking for even more intense competitive challenges, like the 4-Man Team Match, EIC Rifle Match and three days
