Field Target Air Rifle.
This outdoor event is a more advanced test of marksmanship. It tests the shooter's ability to estimate range and to make allowance for it.
The shooter fires from standing, kneeling and sitting.
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A Safety Briefing being given before rifle shooters take part in the main competition. |
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New in 1998,
Field Target Air Rifle. This outdoor event is a more advanced test of marksmanship. It tests the shooter's ability to estimate range and to make allowance for it. |
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Field Target shooting requires frequent changes of position.
The shooter fires from standing, kneeling and sitting. |
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All shooters are under the skilled supervision of experienced Range Conducting Officers throughout their shoot. |
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The air pistol event takes place in the campsite's permanent airgun range. |
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Air pistol shooting at targets this small requires intense concentration! |
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Walton Firs also has a permanent archery range which is in use for friendly competition during the weekend. |
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Archery is the most traditional form of the target sports. It remains a popular Scout activity. |
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A Five-a-side football tournament takes place during the weekend. |
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Jay Raberhu, of 9th Bramshill (Yateley) Scout Group, receives the Ken White Memorial Trophy and gold medal for the highest score by a Scout under 14, from Bill Cook, who founded the National Scout Air Rifle Championships in 1977. |
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Bill Cook presents the Webley Scott Shield to the winning team, 9th Bramshill (Yateley) Scout Group, The 1998 Group Champions. |
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