Woods Walk Pistol Match

The course includes 10 stages. Shooters begin from a low-ready position and fire five shots at each target, one shooter at a time under the direction of the squad leader. Hits and misses are recorded for a maximum aggregate score of 50.



The wooded course and varied target distances make the match challenging without creating an overly formal atmosphere. New and experienced shooters compete together in squads. All shooters must attend the safety and match briefing before entering the course.

Modern semi-automatic pistols and revolvers are welcome.Gun classes: Centerfire handguns with iron sights; centerfire handguns with red dot sights; and rimfire handguns with iron sights or red dot sights.



What to bring: A safe handgun in one of the three listed classes, at least 50 rounds of pistol-caliber ammunition for each gun entered, eye and ear protection, and a safe holster or gun bag.

Bring extra ammunition if you plan to enter the Long Shot Contest. Binoculars can also be helpful for spotting.

The match fee is $10 per gun, with a limit of two guns entered in different classes. At least 50 percent of match entry fees are returned to shooters as cash awards.



Awards are calculated separately within each gun class using the Lewis Classification System. Scores are ranked after the match and grouped so shooters at different performance levels can compete for awards within their class.

Eye and ear protection are required for shooters and spectators. Firearms must remain unloaded and holstered or bagged until a shooter is called to the firing line and directed to handle a firearm.



Only one shooter fires at a time. Every participant must follow the squad leader's commands and the posted Woods Walk safety rules throughout the match.

The optional Long Shot Contest begins at 100 yards after the Woods Walk. The entry fee is $1. Three are two classes, rim fire and center fire. . The winner of each class takes that class's pot. Bring additional ammunition if you plan to participate..