The Falls Township Rifle and Pistol Association in Fairless Hills PA (Philadelphia suburb) will be holding our next Field Target match on Sunday Sept 17th 2023.
The 10 lane 60 shot rifle course is laid out on the lakeside trails of the club’s 3D archery course. Within the confines of the 30 targets we have also laid out a 20 target / 40 shot course for those who wish to shoot pistol only or be adventurous and compete in both disciplines. We have laid out a fun and enjoyable course with the hopes to challenge experienced shooters as well as provide less difficult targets for those just getting into the discipline. We certainly look forward to seeing all our regulars, and urge them to bring a friend and invite anyone interested in Field Target to join us for some fun.
John Stellwag
The Field Target Committee at FTRPA
Falls Township Rifle and Pistol Assn.
354 Newbold Road, Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania
2023 Field Target Schedule
DATES: September 17th & November 19th (The third Sunday of the month.)
CLASSES: AAFTA, WFTF, Hunter, Unlimited and Off-Hand. PCP, CO2, Pneumatic and Spring powered rifles and pistols all permitted. (additional non-AAFTA classes may be available).
RULES: A 20 Foot Pound Maximum applies to all rifles; A 12 Foot Pound Maximum applies to all pistols. Current AAFTA rules apply to both Rifle and Pistol configurations.
ELIGIBILITY: Open to all shooters. Both club members and non-members alike.
FEES: $10.00 for Rifle $6.00 for Pistol $15.00 for Rifle and Pistol
TIME: Sight-in and practice 8:00 A.M. to 9:15 A.M. Registration is from 8:00 A.M. until 9:15 A.M. Mandatory shooters meeting 9:15 A.M. The match begins at 9:30 A.M.
COURSE OF FIRE: Rifle: The match will consist of 30 targets, two shots each. Distances will be from 10 to 55 yards.
Pistol: The match will consist of 20 targets, two shots each. Distances will be 10 to 35 yards.
You may use open or optical sights. Tie breaker targets will be used for both rifle and pistol, if a tie exists. Rifle and Pistol matches will be shot concurrently. If a shooter opts to shoot both rifle and pistol, they will shoot pistol first and then rifle at each lane. Eye protection is required for shooters and spectators.
The match will be shot straight through with no lunch break. You may bring your lunch and eat in the clubhouse after completing the match if you desire.
AWARDS: Awards will be based on raw scores. Awards will be given for all classes. Prizes will be awarded after the matches as soon as the scores are tallied. Please Note: If there are insufficient shooters in a given class the match director may consolidate classes at their discretion.
DIRECTIONS: From Rte 1 (freeway) south (from Trenton): Take Rte 1 South to Rte 13 South (Tullytown – Bristol). This is just past Snipes Nursery in Morrisville. Take Lower Morrisville Rd exit (only a few hundred yards after entering Rte 13). At end of ramp make a right onto Lower Morrisville Rd (This will become Newbold Road). FTRPA is on the left side of the road approximately 7/10th of a mile from the exit ramp.
From Rte 1 (freeway) North: Take Rte 1 North to exit for Rte 13 South (Tullytown – Bristol). Take exit for Lower Morrisville Rd shortly after entering Rte 13. At end of ramp make a right onto Lower Morrisville Rd (This will become Newbold Road). FTRPA is on the left side of the road approximately 7/10th of a mile from the exit ramp.
From Calhoun Street Bridge: Take Calhoun Street Bridge into Pennsylvania. Go through light at end of bridge onto Trenton Avenue. Go 1.4 miles on Trenton Avenue and make left onto Rte 13. This is the 4th light after the light at the bridge and there is a Planet Fitness on the corner. Proceed on Rte 13 South for 1 mile to the Lower Morrisville Road exit. At end of ramp make a right onto Lower Morrisville Rd (This will become Newbold Road). FTRPA is on the left side of the road approximately 7/10th of a mile from the exit ramp .
MATCH DIRECTOR: John Stellwag Jr. Telephone: (856) 313-3120, E-Mail johnstelljr@gmail.com
Field Target Match Results - Fairless Hills, PA-Sunday Sept 17, 2023
After getting rained out in July we could not have asked for better weather. The sun was shining and no wind, a wonderful day for field target. We had a great turnout with 16 people. Our woodland course offered an array of challenging targets as well as some designed for our newer shooters. The courses average distance was 26 yds. with a 25.8 Troyer before wind and lighting. Despite sneaking in a couple targets with a Troyer over 40 the scores were fantastic. I would like to thank everyone for their participation and helping clean up. We look forward to seeing everyone for our final match of the year on 19 November.
Great fun match to shoot. Some really dark targets but everything was in the clear. As usual the course was not super difficult but was very straightforward so your ranging and shooting were the major factors(as it should be!). Also as usual at Falls the targets were nicely painted and operated properly. The standing lane was annoying of course but doable. The weather was perfect for a day on the lanes. It's been a long time since I enjoyed shooting a course more.
Rick B.
GREAT SHOOT, John S!
Thanks to the FTRPA team for getting the match on. A lot of fun with a lot of nice people.
Thanks again, and hope to see you in November.
HM
