Branch Shooting Activities

Published on 21 April 2011

Registration starts from 11:00 and the Official opening is at 11:15.

Our club shooting practice will consist of the following activities:

The sighting range will be open and you will be able to participate in the standard SAHGCA shooting tables. The shotgun table will be available every month after the day's shooting tables has been completed at about 15:00. Check our calendar for information on this.

In addition to this there will be a programme for the junior members to participate in. This will include air gun and kettie shooting as well as a range of other interesting activities. Please keep an eye on the calendar for more information.

A special women’s shooting day with assistance and training will take place every three months.

The Amajuba Kettie, handgun and shotgun tables will alternatively be shot every third month. Please see the calendar for more details.

Cooldrinks, coffee, tea and water will be available on shooting days but please bring your own food.

General Equipment

The sighting range is  very popular and we recommend that you pack a shooting matt and a suitable gun rest. Sighting targets will be available for purchage at registrations. You are also welcome to bring your own.

Please ensure that you have the correct equipment for the different shooting disciplines. Allowed shooting aides is descriped in the shooting tables specifications. (Shooting equipment can be purchased from Hennie de Jager please phone him on 082 545 4026.)

The rule of thumb is 9 rounds per shooting exercise. Please bring enough ammunition for all the exercises you would like to participate in.

Safety Equipment and Rules

It is required by the SAPD that all members make use of safety equipment when they participate in shooting exercises. Please ensure that you and your family members make use of ear protection and shooting glasses at all times.

General Safety Rules
  • The official opening of the day will take place at 12:00 - please ensure that you attend the safety briefing.
  • All people attending the shooting practice (including bystanders) must sign the indemnity register and familiarize themselves with the content.
  • Firearms (including handguns) must be kept in a closed rifle bag or case at all times. Firearms may only be removed from bags on the firing line and only after the command to do so is given by the acting range officer.
  • A red flag must be inserted into the action to indicate that the firearm is safe, or alternatively the bolt must be removed from the action. Red flags can be purchased at the registration point.
  • All persons must adhere to the commands of the range officers at all times.
  • No alcohol is allowed on the shooting range.
  • No people under the influence of alcohol will be allowed access to the shooting range.
  • The speed limit on the rage is 20km/h.

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