Thread: Sparrowhawknz Teams Long Range Match

24th - 25th August
Albury, South Canterbury
Check out sparrowhawknz website for details soon.
Consisting of 2 man teams
Ranges from 400m +

sparrowhawknz | Scheduled Events

2019 Teams Long Rifle Challenge



Where: Located in the hills behind Albury,15min from Fairlie , 45 min from Timaru.

When: 24-25 August 2019

Zero: 23 August from 1200 – 1600hrs

Cost: $400 per team of two

Meals: BBQ lunch provided.

Round Count: 60 rds required for the match. As many rnds as you think you may need for the Man Vs Man comp recommend a minimum of 30.



This Challenge will consist of a man vs man competition followed by a number of shooting problems.



Two Classes for Entry : Magnum and non magnum class. determined by bolt face diameter.



There will be prone and non-prone shooting including the opportunity to use shooting aides (You will need to provide own shooting aides e.g. shooting sticks/bags). The course of fire is suitable for all fitness levels. Each shooter will need to carry own equipment(but not far).

August around here usually means snow, frost or mud so 4WD access only onto ranges and plenty of warm gears.

The shoot will go on regardless of inclement but not serious weather however there is plenty of time set aside for standing around the campfire keeping warm.



There will be a range available Friday afternoon (23rd) to zero your rifle, (no other time is available) practice range has 100m on paper and 200-400m on steel.

Any calibre welcome however absolutely no steel core, carbide or other hardened penetrator/projectiles.



Competition briefing each day will be 8.30 am,

Firearms licence to be presented before shooting is allowed.



Shepherds hut style onsite accommodation available on request at $15 per night for up to 10 people. you are welcome to pitch a tent aswell if you are brave enough.

Everyone present will be required to sign a release, discharge, indemnity form at the first briefing prior to match commencement. A copy of which, for information purposes, can be found Here



Competition limited to 15 Teams. Confirmation of entry on receipt of payment.



To order a registration form use the email at the bottom of this page:

Nick Fisher on 021 166 6843

Email: admin@sparrowhawk.co.nz

Just a reminder

Sparrowhawknz match is still on at the end of August.
Range open days on our certified range still happen on the second weekend of the month.