IDPA & Steel Challenge Range

IDPA at LSA                                            Visit  Berkshireidpa.us for more informaton

IDPA  = International Defensive Pistol Association.  It is the use of practical equipment to solve simulated “real world” self-defense scenarios.

When:  2013: 4/27, 5/18, 6/15, 7/14, 8/17, 9/21, 10/26, 11/9.

  • New Shooter Orientation at 11:45am
  • Sign in at 11:30am (all shooters)
  • Safety & walk through course 
  • Match begins at 12pm through approximately 4pm

Teardown help appreciated!

What you’ll need:

  • Stock pistol or revolver 9mm or larger, open sights
  • 150 rounds (usually shoot 100 in a match)
  • Three magazines or speed loaders
  • Holster & concealment vest or jacket
  • Eye & ear protection

Course:

  • 6 stages, course of three pits, 2 stages in each
  • Scoring is based on time and accuracy
  • Contact Berkshire.idpa@gmail.com
  • The Outdoor Pistol Range is open to members (who have had an orientation) & their guests 9am – dusk M-F, range fee $3 member/$6 non unless an event is scheduled.  Paper targets only.

Steel Challenge is here at LSA!  2013: 4/20, 5/11, 6/8, 7/13, 8/10, 9/14, 10/12, 11/2.  It is .22 friendly; pistols or revolvers (any caliber except .357 or 44mag).  There are 3 bays, 5 targets are set up based on official steel challenge designs.  You shoot each bay 5 consecutive strings (timed) and run through all three bays twice for 150 rounds.  Cost $15.00.  Cold range rules apply just as in IDPA.  Firearms can be in a holster or case between bays.  New shooter orientation and sign in times are exactly as in IDPA, listed above.  Here is a steel challenge video to view.  Come and have some fun!