U.S.A. -(AmmoLand.com)- TALLADEGA, Ala. – The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is now scheduled to take place January 12-18, 2021, at the CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park in Alabama.
The Talladega 600, which offers a variety of competitive and learning opportunities for rifle and pistol enthusiasts, was unexpectedly delayed after Hurricane Zeta caused storm damage to portions of the electronic target firing line. The system has been fully repaired.
Online registration for the Talladega 600 is open and those who have already registered for the event before the postponement will not need to register again but are asked to please contact the CMP if a previous registration needs to be canceled.
To register or to learn more about the Talladega 600 event, visit thecmp.org/cmp-matches/talladega-600/.
About the Talladega 600:
Known as “A Southern Classic,” matches to be fired at the Talladega 600 will include a mix of rifle and pistol competitions for enthusiasts of all ages, disciplines, and experience levels. Shotgun opportunities are also available outside of the competition schedule, with a Sporting Clays Field and 5-Stand Shoot on the park’s designated shotgun areas.
During the match, CMP staff will be monitoring to assure safety guidelines are followed, including the enforcement of masks when off of the firing line. Sanitation procedures will also be administered, along with other precautions to ensure the well-being of staff and guests.
The Talladega 600 features popular recreation-oriented rifle CMP Games matches, such as the Garand, Springfield, and Vintage/Modern rifle events, and versions of prestigious National Trophy Rifle Matches. A rifle Excellence-In-Competition (EIC) match, a 4-Man Team match, M1A Match, and the
