Updated: May 30, 2023
Useful Information for Events
The intro days are designed to introduce shooters to precision rifle without the pressure that goes with shooting a match. The intro days are a chance to walk through how a match would run, with less of the pressure and lots of people to answer questions.
Range gates will open around 8am and start time will be 10am. Plan to be there by 930 at the latest to make sure you’re there for the safety brief. There will be 4-6 stages, mostly at 300m. Shooting will be positional from barricades and props. I won’t make anyone shoot anything they’re uncomfortable with.
Stages will have a round count of 8-12 rounds, but I won’t make you shoot them all if you don’t want to. You’ll also needs rounds to confirm zero and we will have the opportunity to shoot at 900m at the end of the day. 100 rounds would be ideal, but you can make do with less.
Range gates will open around 8am and start time will be 10am. Plan to be there by 930 at the latest to make sure you’re there for the safety brief. There will be 4-6 stages, mostly at 300m. Shooting will be positional from barricades and props. I won’t make anyone shoot anything they’re uncomfortable with.
Stages will have a round count of 8-12 rounds, but I won’t make you shoot them all if you don’t want to. You’ll also needs rounds to confirm zero and we will have the opportunity to shoot at 900m at the end of the day. 100 rounds would be ideal, but you can make do with less.
What is precision rifle shooting?
Precision rifle shooting can be thought of as shooting at small targets from far away. There are two main competition styles in Canada. The DCRA National Service Conditions matches (a prone only match fired at set distances) and practical precision rifle matches (a mix of prone, barricade, and unconventional shooting positions with targets at random distances).
What equipment is used?
A scoped mag fed rifle is usually used. It can be either bolt action or semi-automatic. Single shot rifles are also used, but are less common. A bipod and a rear support (bag) are also highly recommended.
Most matches are centrefire, but there are a growing number of rimfire only matches within the practical precision rifle world.
Most matches are centrefire, but there are a growing number of rimfire only matches within the practical precision rifle world.
What is “PRS”?
PRS stands for Precision Rifle Series, a popular point series race of precision rifle matches which started in the USA. The series has expanded to Canada with matches being held in Ontario and Alberta this year. The PRS is a collection of matches, not necessarily a shooting style. Matches are sometimes described as PRS style, to give new shooters a reference point to the style of shooting.
The NRL (National Rifle League) is another points series popular in the States. It is similar to the PRS and people often compete in both leagues.
The NRL (National Rifle League) is another points series popular in the States. It is similar to the PRS and people often compete in both leagues.
I need fancy gear to compete.
Not true. While there are plenty of products being offered to improve shooters performance, they are not necessary. If you’re interested, come out and shoot, and worry about gear later.
I need a special calibre to compete.
Not true. Yes, the top competitors are using some specialized cartridges. But they are not necessary to come out and shoot, learn, and have some fun.
I don’t want to compete.
That’s fine. Most of us aren’t competitors. We get together to shoot, learn, and have some fun trying something different. But you might get hooked. Anyone interested in learning more is encouraged to contact Adam or Mark.
Further Reading
Here are some websites with more info on precision rifle.
DCRA – NSC rules and dates
Ontario Rifle Association – Good description of NSC
Precision Rifle Series
National Rifle League
Precision Rifle Blog – A blog full of info about the PRS, the type of gear used, and precision rifle shooting in general
Canadian Rimfire Precision Series – A developing rimfire only Canadian series of precision rifle matches
DCRA – NSC rules and dates
Ontario Rifle Association – Good description of NSC
Precision Rifle Series
National Rifle League
Precision Rifle Blog – A blog full of info about the PRS, the type of gear used, and precision rifle shooting in general
Canadian Rimfire Precision Series – A developing rimfire only Canadian series of precision rifle matches