Matches are at the Holker rifle/pistol range.

Match start 9:00 am; end 3:30 pm. Please confirm attendance ahead of time; arrive by 8:30 am to register and help set up.  Fees are $10 for two 40-round SB silhouette (standard) rifle matches and two 40-round SB hunter rifle matches.

Contact Steve for more details (silhouette@vfgpra.org)

One 40-shot SB standard rifle match, followed by one 40-shot SB Hunter rifle match.

Call to line at 10:00 am; end ~ 12:30 pm. Please confirm attendance ahead of time; arrive by 9:30 am to register and help set up. Event may be cancelled if we have a low number of competitors. 

Fees are $6 for two 40-shot matches, or $3 for one match (exact cash only).

Contact Mike or Merl for more details (silhouette@pgrgclub.ca)

One 40-shot HP standard rifle match, followed by one 40-shot HP Hunter rifle match.

Call to line at 9:30 am; end ~ 1:30 pm.

Please confirm attendance with Mike or Merl at least one day ahead of time. 

Arrive about 8:45 am to register and help set up. Event may be cancelled if we have a low number of competitors.

Fees are $6 for two 40-shot matches; or $3 for one match (exact cash only).

Contact Mike or Merl for more details (silhouette@pgrgclub.ca)

First 7 benches (#1 to #7). Morning sessions are 0.22 LR with 60 rounds per rifle (Standard SB Rifle, then Hunter SB Rifle).  Sight-in at 9:00 am and matches start at 9:30 am. You are welcome to join us at 8:00 am to help set up targets and ask any questions you may have.

Afternoon sessions are High Power silhouette with 40 rounds per rifle (Standard HP, then Hunter HP). Start at 12:00 pm or as soon as possible. No magnums but 0.223REM will be allowed for practice. 

Entry fee is $5.00 per rifle. NRA rules apply. For more information, contact:

Brendan at chair.silhouette@mdrgc.ca , or Joel at 778-989-8045

It is recommended that you become a BCTSA member and have a classification booklet. Membership information, classification booklets and additional information is available from George at 604-583-4110.

Smallbore Silhouette matches on Saturday. 80 shot SB Standard 80 then shot SB Hunter.

High Power Silhouette match on Sunday. 40 shot HP rifle of choice.

Matches start at 10am.

Contact BRSA for more details: bullrivershooters@gmail.com; or, contact Oliver Graham 250-421-0888.

Matches are at the Holker rifle/pistol range.

Match start 9:00 am; end 3:30 pm. Please confirm attendance ahead of time; arrive by 8:30 am to register and help set up.  Fees are $10 for two 40-round SB silhouette (standard) rifle matches and two 40-round SB hunter rifle matches.

Contact Steve for more details (silhouette@vfgpra.org)

George Hutcheon Hibernation Airgun Match

Sponsored by Richmond Rod And Gun Club

November 7-9, 2025

REGISTRATION FORM: George Hutcheson Hibernation Match 2025 Registration.docx

EVENT DETAILS:

General Information

Venue & Facilities

The competition will be held at the Richmond Rod and Gun Club, located at: 7400 River Rd Suite 140, Richmond BC, Canada

• Equipped with 16 SIUS Electronic Targets
• Wheelchair accessible
• free parking available on site

Match Start Times

• The start times listed on the schedule refer to the time of the first SCORING shot, per ISSF Rule 6.11.1.1
• Preparation and Sighting Time begin 15 minutes prior to the published start time

Rules

• Current Shooting Federation of Canada (SFC) and International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) rules will apply
• It is the responsibility of all participants to be familiar with these rules
• The Organizing Committee reserves the right to modify the schedule or procedures based on conditions

Eligibility

• Valid BCTSA membership or membership in your respective provincial or state shooting organization is required
• Out-of-province athletes are welcome and may participate

Equipment Control

• All equipment must comply with current ISSF specifications
• Equipment will be inspected during designated control periods and may be re-checked during competition

Note: Equipment check MUST be conducted on Friday, November 7 between 5:00pm and 8:00pm

Protests & Scoring Challenges

• Scoring challenge fee: $5.00
• Protests will be handled by the Jury. The Jury’s decisions are final

Events & Courses of Fire

All events take place at 10 meters (standing position unless noted):

• Air Rifle – Men / Junior Men: 2 × 60 shots
• Air Rifle – Women / Junior Women: 2 × 60 shots
• Air Pistol – Men / Junior Men: 2 × 60 shots
• Air Pistol – Women / Junior Women: 2 × 60 shots

Awards

Awards will be presented in the following categories:

• Junior Awards
• Classification Awards (MA, VT, EX, SS, MM, LADY)

Note: Awards will be presented after the final relay has been completed

Classifications & Categories

• All athletes must register according to their official SFC classification
• Proof of classification must be presented at check-in
• NRA/USA Shooting classifications are not accepted
• Shooters without a current classification will compete as Expert (EX)
• Falsifying classification may result in disqualification without refund

Age Categories

• Sub Junior (SJ): Until December 31 of the year they turn 16
• Junior (JR): From January 1 of the year following their 16th birthday, until December 31 of the year they turn 21
• Veteran (VT): Must be 55 or older on the first day of competition
• • Veterans may use older equipment (if no longer active competitors), but scopes are not allowed

Abbreviations

• MA = Master
• EX = Expert
• SS = Sharpshooter
• MM = Marksman
• SJ = Sub Junior
• JR = Junior
• VT = Veteran

Fees

• ISSF Events (Air Pistol / Air Rifle): $100.00 Canadian

Match Schedule

Friday, November 7

• 5:00pm to 8:00pm - Registration, Equipment Control, and Practice (upon range readiness)

Saturday, November 8

• Relay A – 8:30am to 9:45am
• Relay B – 11:00am to 12:15pm
• Relay C – 2:00pm to 3:15pm
• Relay D – 4:30pm to 5:45pm

Sunday, November 9

• Relay A – 8:30am to 9:45am
• Relay B – 11:00am to 12:15pm
• Relay C – 2:00pm to 3:15pm
• Relay D – 4:30pm to 5:45pm
• Tear down immediately after the Awards
• • You or your representative must be present to receive awards

Code of Conduct & Safety Rules

All participants, coaches, and spectators must follow the competition code of conduct and range safety protocols.

General Behavior

• Show respect to range staff, officials, volunteers, and fellow competitors
• Disruptive or unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated

Range Safety

• All air guns must be unloaded and open when not on the firing line
• Only handle firearms at designated locations or under RO instruction
• No dry firing or aiming outside of your firing point
• Always point firearms downrange
• Shooters must not leave the firing point with a pressurized or loaded gun

Waiver & Consent

By signing and paying the entry fee, I authorize the Richmond Rod and Gun Club and its affiliates to:

• Collect and use my personal information for match operations
• Publish participant lists, scores, and photographs in media and newsletters
• Use my date of birth to determine competition category
• I waive the right to inspect or approve final materials
• Understand that there is always a risk in injury and that Richmond Rod and Gun Club is not liable

Contact Information

Match Director: Robert Reid
Phone: (604) 338-6781
Email: robertreid17498@gmail.com

Payment Information

Tracy Reid
Email: tracyreid28@hotmail.com

Contact BRSA for more details: bullrivershooters@gmail.com; or, Oliver Graham at 250-421-0888.

First 7 benches (#1 to #7). Morning sessions are 0.22 LR with 60 rounds per rifle (Standard SB Rifle, then Hunter SB Rifle).  Sight-in at 9:00 am and matches start at 9:30 am. You are welcome to join us at 8:00 am to help set up targets and ask any questions you may have.

Afternoon sessions are High Power silhouette with 40 rounds per rifle (Standard HP, then Hunter HP). Start at 12:00 pm or as soon as possible. No magnums but 0.223REM will be allowed for practice. 

Entry fee is $5.00 per rifle. NRA rules apply. For more information, contact:

Brendan at chair.silhouette@mdrgc.ca , or Joel at 778-989-8045

It is recommended that you become a BCTSA member and have a classification booklet. Membership information, classification booklets and additional information is available from George at 604-583-4110.

Matches are at the Holker rifle/pistol range.

Match start 9:00 am; end 3:30 pm. Please confirm attendance ahead of time; arrive by 8:30 am to register and help set up.  Fees are $10 for two 40-round SB silhouette (standard) rifle matches and two 40-round SB hunter rifle matches.

Contact Steve for more details (silhouette@vfgpra.org)

First 7 benches (#1 to #7). Morning sessions are 0.22 LR with 60 rounds per rifle (Standard SB Rifle, then Hunter SB Rifle).  Sight-in at 9:00 am and matches start at 9:30 am. You are welcome to join us at 8:00 am to help set up targets and ask any questions you may have.

Afternoon sessions are High Power silhouette with 40 rounds per rifle (Standard HP, then Hunter HP). Start at 12:00 pm or as soon as possible. No magnums but 0.223REM will be allowed for practice. 

Entry fee is $5.00 per rifle. NRA rules apply. For more information, contact:

Brendan at chair.silhouette@mdrgc.ca , or Joel at 778-989-8045

It is recommended that you become a BCTSA member and have a classification booklet. Membership information, classification booklets and additional information is available from George at 604-583-4110.

Matches are at the Holker rifle/pistol range.

Match start 9:00 am; end 3:30 pm. Please confirm attendance ahead of time; arrive by 8:30 am to register and help set up.  Fees are $10 for two 40-round SB silhouette (standard) rifle matches and two 40-round SB hunter rifle matches.

Contact Steve for more details (silhouette@vfgpra.org)