All about Huon Combined Shooting Club

Facilities and Ranges:

The Huon Combined Shooting Club is a "combined" club, indicating it caters to a diverse array of shooting disciplines, encompassing both pistol, rifle, and shotgun shooting. While specific details on the exact number of ranges are not explicitly stated, the club is known to feature multiple short-distance ranges, including 25m, 50m, and 100m fields, suitable for various shooting activities.

The club supports a wide range of shooting disciplines, which include:

• Pistol Disciplines:
  • Sport Pistol/Centrefire Pistol (ISSF-style, including 25m Sport Pistol, 25m Centre Fire Pistol, and Slow Fire for both calibers)
  • Service Pistol (including 25m Service Pistol and a 90-round variant)
  • IPSC/Practical Pistol (dynamic shooting involving movement and problem-solving)
  • Handgun Metallic Silhouette (.22 and centrefire, involving knocking over metal targets)
  • Falling Plates (Action Pistol - falling plate events for centrefire and .22)
  • Standard Pistol (ISSF 25m Standard Pistol)
  • Rapid Fire (ISSF 25m Rapid Fire Pistol)
  • Black Powder Pistol
• Rifle Disciplines:
  • Military Rifle
  • Centrefire Rifle (including open range shooting)
  • Rimfire Rifle (including open range shooting)
  • SSAA Field Rifle (rimfire)
  • Black Powder Rifle
• Shotgun Disciplines:
  • DTL (Down The Line) Clay Target shooting, including Continental and Low Field variants.

This diverse offering suggests a well-equipped facility capable of hosting various types of competitions and providing ample opportunities for members to engage in their preferred shooting styles.

Services:

The Huon Combined Shooting Club offers several services to its members and those interested in joining the sport:

• Membership: The club welcomes new members. As an SSAA-affiliated club, membership of the SSAA is compulsory for joining the Huon Combined Shooting Club. They assist prospective members with the application process, including guidance on obtaining a Tasmanian Firearms Licence.
• "Come and Try" Events: While not explicitly detailed as a formal program, the club's calendar often includes "open range" sessions for rimfire and centrefire, which can serve as an informal "come and try" opportunity for those with appropriate licensing. New individuals interested in joining are generally allowed a supervised visit to the range to observe and talk to officials.
• Safety Training: The club facilitates participation in firearms safety training courses, which are a prerequisite for obtaining a firearms license in Tasmania.
• Competition and Practice: The club maintains a regular calendar of events for its various disciplines, allowing members consistent opportunities for practice and competition.
• Firearms Licensing Guidance: The club provides support and endorsement for firearms licensing applications, particularly for Category H (handgun) firearms, which require a minimum participation rate at club events.
• Community: The club fosters a community for shooting enthusiasts in the Huon Valley region.