This is the thread for all of the 2023 long-range .22LR field matches scheduled at Greenmill Sportsmans club located about 25 minutes north of Downtown Denver.
Dates: Matches will be held on the 3rd Saturday of each month through October 2021 (except for July):
April 15th, May 20th, June 17th, (No Matches in July) , August 19th, September 16th, October 21st
Schedule:
8:00am – 8:30am: Registration
8:30am – 9:00 am: Safety Briefing, Sight-in
9:00am: Match Start
1:00pm: Match End (estimated)
Location: Green Mill sportsman’s range, Erie CO
Registration: In person, 8:00am – 8:45 am at the range, limited to the first 32 shooters
Entry Fee: $25.00 – at the range (cash only)
Description:
The Green Mill Long-Range .22 Field Match is a “quarter-scale” precision rifle competition that uses ¼ scale steel targets placed at ranges from 35 yards out to 233 yards. The match consists of seven to ten shooting stages with round counts of 8 to 15+ rounds per stage. Each stage is shot under time pressure from supported and unsupported positions (e.g., standing, sitting, kneeling, off trees, prone, tripods, barricades, gates etc.). This competition is designed to mimic shooting (long-distance) in field conditions and approximates the types of stages encountered in long-range centerfire PRS style competitions.
The ballistics of .22LR match ammo (subsonic) closely aligns with the ballistics (wind drift and drop) of a .308 (175g SMK) at one quarter the distance. The elevation and wind calls needed to “ring steel” at 200+ yards with a .22LR on a ¼ scale IPSC target will closely match the elevation and wind call needed to hit a full-size IPSC in the field at 900 to 1,000 yards with a .308. A detailed knowledge of your gun, optical sight and your ammo’s ballistics are required to make first rounds hits. Wind reading skills take a lifetime to master and this match is a great opportunity to practice at a fraction of the cost of shooting centerfire. The course of fire is fun and challenging and will help every shooter hone his or her marksmanship skills.
Who may shoot:
This match is open to Green Mill members as well as the public 18 years and older. A youth 12 between and 18 years may also shoot if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who also shoots with them. Non-members must sign a liability waiver to participate.
Firearm Requirements:
This match is limited to .22 LR rimfire rifles only. Rifles may be semi-auto loading or bolt action and for safety purposes, all eligible firearms MUST be equipped with a detachable box magazine – No exceptions.
Required Equipment:
Take I-25 north to Exit #232 (Erie Parkway), turn west on Erie Parkway past County Roads 7 & 5, turn left (south) on Bonanza Drive, drive past Erie Fire Station on S.W. corner then left on first dirt road (just past Fire station and Longs Peak Rd) Follow dirt road (Green mill Rd) for ¾ mile to GreenMill range gate.
I have attached a "typical" Course of Fire for this match from 2021. The 2023 matches will be similar but due to protracted construction and dirt moving involving surrounding neighborhoods, the final C.O.F will not be determined until next week (week of the match) but the attached C.O.F is a very good representation of the match and target layout.
For additional information or to be added to the mailing list, send your request via email to [email protected].
Green Mill Long-Range .22LR Field Match Schedule for 2023
Dates: Matches will be held on the 3rd Saturday of each month through October 2021 (except for July):
April 15th, May 20th, June 17th, (No Matches in July) , August 19th, September 16th, October 21st
Schedule:
8:00am – 8:30am: Registration
8:30am – 9:00 am: Safety Briefing, Sight-in
9:00am: Match Start
1:00pm: Match End (estimated)
Location: Green Mill sportsman’s range, Erie CO
Registration: In person, 8:00am – 8:45 am at the range, limited to the first 32 shooters
Entry Fee: $25.00 – at the range (cash only)
Description:
The Green Mill Long-Range .22 Field Match is a “quarter-scale” precision rifle competition that uses ¼ scale steel targets placed at ranges from 35 yards out to 233 yards. The match consists of seven to ten shooting stages with round counts of 8 to 15+ rounds per stage. Each stage is shot under time pressure from supported and unsupported positions (e.g., standing, sitting, kneeling, off trees, prone, tripods, barricades, gates etc.). This competition is designed to mimic shooting (long-distance) in field conditions and approximates the types of stages encountered in long-range centerfire PRS style competitions.
The ballistics of .22LR match ammo (subsonic) closely aligns with the ballistics (wind drift and drop) of a .308 (175g SMK) at one quarter the distance. The elevation and wind calls needed to “ring steel” at 200+ yards with a .22LR on a ¼ scale IPSC target will closely match the elevation and wind call needed to hit a full-size IPSC in the field at 900 to 1,000 yards with a .308. A detailed knowledge of your gun, optical sight and your ammo’s ballistics are required to make first rounds hits. Wind reading skills take a lifetime to master and this match is a great opportunity to practice at a fraction of the cost of shooting centerfire. The course of fire is fun and challenging and will help every shooter hone his or her marksmanship skills.
Who may shoot:
This match is open to Green Mill members as well as the public 18 years and older. A youth 12 between and 18 years may also shoot if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who also shoots with them. Non-members must sign a liability waiver to participate.
Firearm Requirements:
This match is limited to .22 LR rimfire rifles only. Rifles may be semi-auto loading or bolt action and for safety purposes, all eligible firearms MUST be equipped with a detachable box magazine – No exceptions.
Required Equipment:
- A scoped 22LR rifle with a detachable box magazine (e.g. no lever actions).
- A sling and/or front bi-pod and at least two magazines, and 150-200 rounds of ammo
- Shooting bags, Shooting mat, Binoculars or Spotting scopes
- Shooting tri-pod (may be used on certain stages), suppressors welcome and encouraged
Take I-25 north to Exit #232 (Erie Parkway), turn west on Erie Parkway past County Roads 7 & 5, turn left (south) on Bonanza Drive, drive past Erie Fire Station on S.W. corner then left on first dirt road (just past Fire station and Longs Peak Rd) Follow dirt road (Green mill Rd) for ¾ mile to GreenMill range gate.
I have attached a "typical" Course of Fire for this match from 2021. The 2023 matches will be similar but due to protracted construction and dirt moving involving surrounding neighborhoods, the final C.O.F will not be determined until next week (week of the match) but the attached C.O.F is a very good representation of the match and target layout.
For additional information or to be added to the mailing list, send your request via email to [email protected].
