SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

CMP Talladega 600

SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE AT CMP'S TALLADEGA 600 – SIGN UP SOON!

By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer

TALLADEGA, Ala. – Be a part of the new "Southern Classic" as The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) hosts its second Talladega 600 – the perfect getaway for rifle, pistol and shotgun enthusiasts. The event will begin Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2016, and concludes Sunday, Dec. 11, at CMP's ground-breaking Talladega Marksmanship Park.

"We are thrilled to welcome back our competitors who competed last year and are also excited to introduce our new individuals to the most advanced marksmanship park in the nation, here at Talladega," said Mark Johnson, CMP chief operating officer. "We're looking forward to yet another week of fun on our ranges."

Events at the Talladega 600 include popular CMP Games Matches and versions of prestigious National Trophy Matches. Hands-on training courses will also make an appearance, as pistol and shotgun matches are set to fire on the manicured ranges and fields around the park. Individuals of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to attend!

For more information on the event, including Registration and a complete Match Schedule, visit http://thecmp.org/competitions/matches/talladega-600/. We can't wait to see you there!

About Talladega Marksmanship Park:
The CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park is one of the most innovative outdoor facilities in the country. Boasting the latest technological advances in the realm of marksmanship, including electronic targets and scoring monitors, the 500-acre grounds is a must-see destination for firearm supporters across the country. The park is open to the public, year round.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a federally chartered 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation. It is dedicated to firearm safety and marksmanship training and to the promotion of marksmanship competition for citizens of the United States. For more information about the CMP and its programs, log onto www.TheCMP.org.

Christine Elder
CMP Communications Manager
Civilian Marksmanship Program
>celder@thecmp.org
Phone 419-635-2141 ext 711
Website: www.thecmp.org
PO Box 576
Port Clinton, OH 43452
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