The Odom Shooting Range outside Jackson will be one of the locations of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Top Shot Challenge.
The range is one of six in the state which will take part in the 12-month themed target shooting so marksmen and gun enthusiasts can challenge themselves.
The Challenge begins January 1.
(More information on the Odom range can be found at this link)
“Besides target shooting being an enjoyable sport for many people, it creates an opportunity to improve shooting skills and become more familiar with handling a firearm, which is a recommended safety measure for firearm owners,” said Josh Jernigan, NCWRC’s shooting range facilities manager.
There are three categories offered in the challenge based on the firearm being used: rifle of any caliber, handgun of any caliber, and .22 caliber rifles and pistols.
Participants may attempt the challenge once per day for each themed challenge until they complete it. Shooting range staff are available to provide guidance and suggestions on how to beat the challenge.
Noah Secrist manages the John Lenz location in Richmond County where a 2023 pilot challenge program took place this year. "We've seen a sense of camaraderie among the participants,” said Secrist. “We have every level of experience participating, from people who are new to target shooting to old pros at the sport.”
Participants receive a themed patch for each monthly challenge they complete.
Make-up challenges will be offered to participants in August, during National Shooting Sports Month.
Rifle Rules
Participants will shoot targets at 50 yards.
No lead sleds or locking devices allowed.
Front supports only (bipods, bags). No rear support (stock may not touch table).
No caliber 50 BMG or larger.
Participants must use the targets provided at the range.
All range rules must be followed.
Pistol Rules
Participants will shoot targets at 50 yards.
No lead sleds or locking devices allowed.
Front supports only (bipods, bags). No rear support (stock may not touch table).
No caliber 50 BMG or larger.
Participants must use the targets provided at the range.
All range rules must be followed.
