We practice and promote black powder muzzle loading competitive shooting, safety and knowledge through informal monthly shoots and formal match competition. We conduct shoots and matches which conform to NMLRA (National Muzzle Loading Rifle Assoc) rules and format, and can provide NMLRA Range Safety Officer training.
Objectives
- To promote black powder muzzleloader competitive shooting, safety, and knowledge through informal monthly shoots and formal match competition.
- Provide NMLRA Range Safety Officer training. To conduct shoots and matches which conform to NMLRA rules and format.
- To provide specialty black powder matches to be determined by demand.
- To provide practice and training opportunities for state, regional, and national NMLRA competition.
- To provide a safe and instructional shooting venue for ALL muzzle loading SHOOTERS.
Format
- Training in the use of muzzle loading firearms by national competition experienced shooters with combined experience of over 100 years.
- Shooting programs include formal and primitive target shooting.
- Relays are 30 minutes.
Equipment
- All muzzle loading firearms using black powder or a black powder substitute and a round ball are welcome. This includes both rifle and pistol. Inline muzzle loaders are accepted as well.
- Since we encourage participation and shooters new to muzzle loading, we can help new shooters with other required items and safety issues.
We host both the NMLRA Territorial shoot and the California State Muzzle Loading State Championships. Please reach out if you have questions.
