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target shooting

Shooting sports is a group of competitive and recreational sporting activities involving proficiency tests of accuracy, precision and speed in shooting — the art of using ranged firearms, mainly referring to man-portable guns (firearms and airguns, in forms such as handguns, rifles and shotguns) and bows/crossbows.Shooting sports can be categorized by equipment, shooting distances, targets, time limits and degrees of athleticism involved. Shooting sports may involve both team and individual competition, and team performance is usually assessed by summing the scores of the individual team members. Due to the noise of shooting and the high (and often lethal) impact energy of the projectiles, shooting sports are typically conducted at either designated permanent shooting ranges or temporary shooting fields in the area away from settlements.

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  1. collector3600

    Greeting from Port Orchard, Washington

    Good afternoon, I am a 26 year old avid target shooter and Hunter (new to hunting) based out of Port orchard Washington. Looking to possibly meet other gun fanatics, find other shooting spots in the area and get some range time in. Mainly do my target shooting in the tahuya state forest at the...
  2. du3dindax

    Factory Unfired Complete Upper : STAG 3G 18" Elite with BCG,CH, Riflescope w/ free extras (600)

      1. For Sale
    • $600
    • Kent
    • Washington
    FOR SALE: My Stag Arms AR-15 Stag 15 3G Elite COMPLETE Upper Receiver; Semi-Auto Direct Impingement .223/5.56mm NATO 1/8 Button Rifled Stag 3G Compensator 18", 416R Stainless Steel, Fluted Heavy Barrel 16.5" Stag 15 M-LOK SL Handguard Upper Receiver: Forged and Mil-Spec with Type 3 Hard Coat...
    • Classified Ad in Part & Accessory Classifieds
    • du3dindax
    • competition complete upper free scope luth ar mba-3 magpul acs nitride bcg radian raptor lt stag 3g elite target shooting
    • Replies: 0
  3. L

    Mini 14 for sale

      1. For Sale
    • $400
    • Corvallis
    • Oregon
    I have an older mini 14 that someone has drilled and tapped for a scope. Comes with a 30 round tapco mag, 20 round factory metal mag and a 5 round magazine.
    • Classified Ad in Rifle Classifieds
    • loganclark
    • for sale home defense ranch rifle ruger mini-14 target shooting varmint
    • Replies: 5
  4. JR777

    Defense Targets RST (Ready Ship Target)

      1. For Sale
    • $150
    • Eugene
    • Oregon
    Defense Targets RST (Ready Ship Target) for sale The target is the A/B and part of C zone IPSC strike face Made of 3/8" AR500 rifle rated steel and is in very good condition Includes a collapsible steel stand with a 2x4 bracket for steel targets and 1x2 brackets for paper and steel targets...
  5. Tick Licker Firearms

    Savage/Stevens 555 engraved over-under, 12 GA 28'' barrel

      1. For Sale
    • $799
    • Corvallis
    • Oregon
    A Savage/Stevens enhanced model 555 over-under with an engraved receiver. 12 gauge, 28'' barrel for $799 in Corvallis. Perfect for your next step in your target shooting adventures! Shell removal is via extractors Tick Licker Corvallis is located at 1880 SW 3rd St, Corvallis, OR 541-757-9591
  6. The_Gunfather

    Shooting spots near Roslyn/Cle Elum?

    Hello all. Have a getaway this weekend and trying to find a place to set up some steel targets. Looking for a spot around Roslyn/Cle Elum, have heard about a couple spots out of Ellensburg that we can try out if needed. Thank you kindly!
  7. Frank RW

    Gamo Silent Cat .177 Break-barrel Rifle

      1. For Sale
      2. For Trade
    • $100
    • Hillsboro
    • Oregon
    Gamo Silent Cat .177 Break-barrel Rifle (NO SCOPE, but you don't want a Gamo scope anyway.) DOES have and include front and rear-adjustable fiber-optic sights. Purchased this very fine springer new from Pyramyd Air, June of this year, for $160. I've used it 2 or 3-thousand rounds, so it's...
    • Classified Ad in Air Gun Classifieds
    • Frank RW
    • air rifle gun break-barrel gamo pest control tagsguild target shooting
    • Replies: 7
  8. J

    Sight Picture: Target Shooting vs. Self Defense

    If this is in the wrong forum please feel free to move. I think we have all heard that part of proper sight alignment is focusing on the front sight. For pistol target shooting, I close one eye, align my sights with a focus on the front sight, and aim at the target which tends to "narrow and...
  9. Cogs

    WA... Positive news for WA public lands target shooting!

    The headquarters office of Washington State Dept of Natural Resources, Commissioner Hilary Franz's staff, invited me to a meeting in Olympia to discuss a potential partnership with DNR and the Trash No Land organization. We met yesterday, the 15th. The focus was on how we could team up on...
  10. tac

    Royal Small Arms Factory Enfield Lock - 19th C Target shooting documentation

    David Minshall, competition secretary of the British Muzzleloading Association MLAGB, is a prolific writer on the subject, and is keen to share his interest and acquired skills with everybody with a similar interest. I know that there are a few here with British Victorian-era rifles and...
  11. trikerdon

    Signing in/ Target shooting in Tahuya State Forest

    Why is it I have to create a new password every time I come to this forum? Target shooting in Tahuya State Forest upsets nearby residents; DNR struggles to relocate site
  12. W

    WTB WA  Revolver Suitable for Target Shooting

    I am buying a revolver for target shooting so most will work with at least a 4inch barrel or longer. Smith and Wesson, Ruger or Colt or Dan Wesson. Target hammer and target trigger is a plus. This will be a cash transaction . Contact me with what you might like to sell. IQuick response from...
    • Classified Ad in Handguns Wanted
    • wpeteman
    • revolver shooting target target shooting want to buy washington
    • Replies: 14
  13. Mike97124

    Target Shooting - Ammunition Choice

    I've been looking at ammunition in both .38 and .357 and reading different threads and online articles on what to use for target shooting. Most of the suggestions are all over the place, although it seems to be a common suggestion that for .38 and .357 target shooting just get the cheapest...
    • Discussion Thread in Handgun Discussion
    • Mike97124
    • ammunition indoor range range shooting target target shooting
    • Replies: 24
  14. Cogs

    Target Shooting on Public Land, July 28, Information Class

    Location: Sportsman's Warehouse, 18645 NW Tanasbourne Dr, Hillsboro, OR 97124 Free and open to the public. The class will cover topics such as: Where to shoot? What to shoot? How to be legal? Are there any rules? Can I shoot milk jugs and propane tanks? Tannerite? Tracer Rounds? Group...
    • Discussion Thread in Education & Training
    • Cogs
    • class information land shooting target target shooting
    • Replies: 39
  15. Cogs

    TARGET SHOOTING GEAR

    Part 1, "My 'LiL Friend".
  16. Cogs

    Information for Target Shooting on Public Land, July 28

    Location: Sportsman's Warehouse, 18645 NW Tanasbourne Dr, Hillsboro, OR 97124 Free and open to the public. The class will cover topics such as: Where to shoot? What to shoot? How to be legal? Are there any rules? Can I shoot milk jugs and propane tanks? Tannerite? Tracer Rounds? Group...
    • Discussion Thread in Outdoor Shooting Areas
    • Cogs
    • hillsboro information land shooting target target shooting
    • Replies: 2
  17. H

    Washington  target shooting on private property

    I was just told that it is illegal to shoot within 500 ft. of any building on my own property. I live on 10 secluded acres and shoot 50 feet away from my house for the past 19 years with no complaints so far but worry about a few liberals 5 miles away raising hell about it. Anyway I have heard...
  18. Cogs

    Target Shooting On Public Land Informational Class May 26, 2018

    Next class is Sat, May 26th, Sportsman's Warehouse Happy Valley! "Target Shooting On Public Land". It's all the things you need to know to shoot responsibly on public land. Come see what we're doing! Bring a friend or encourage a new shooter to attend! It will be worth a one hour...
  19. tac

    TARGET Shooting in the UK - revised April/May 2018.

    This post does not include much detail about game shooting [deer, feral hogs, feral goats], pest control [professional or amateur] or shotgunning of any kind. These are all different here in UK, and require a different approach to authorising. So, although they might be mentioned in passing...
  20. Cogs

    Target Shooting On Public Land Info Class

    A free informational class includes the things you need to know to shoot responsibly on public land. Where to shoot? What to shoot? How to be legal? Are there any rules? Can I shoot milk jugs and propane tanks? Group shooting & sharing. Etiquette. Ethics. Basic firearms safety rules...
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