The fifth annual air rifle shooting competition, a family event, is slated for Saturday, October 5, at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine Palms. Managing editor Tami Roleff says today is the last day to sign up…
Today is the last day to register for the fifth annual air rifle shooting competition on Saturday, October 5, at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine Palms. Attendees must register by 4 p.m. by calling or texting Mike Smith at 760-217-4610.
Sign-in begins at 7:30 a.m. and competition begins at 9 a.m. sharp. Prizes will be awarded in different categories. Competition equipment will be supplied by the National Rifle Association. Lunch is provided and donations are accepted.
The event is sponsored by the Morongo Basin Chapter of the Disabled American Veterans, MCAGCC Formal Marksmanship Training Center (FMTC) and Z107.7-FM. All veterans are welcome, and their families are encouraged to attend.
Competitors do not need to be a member of the Disabled American Vets.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult or a veteran sponsor.
To gain access on base, two forms of photo identification are needed; preferably one should be a driver’s license or state ID card. Drivers will need the vehicle’s current registration and proof of insurance.
There will be shaded bleachers but attendees are encouraged to bring camping chairs. This is a zero-alcohol event and no personal firearms are allowed on base.
Mike Smith may also be contacted by email, [email protected]. Alternate phone numbers are 760-401-8131 or call Allen Pagdilao at 760-830-4131.
