VW Outdoorsmen plan D-Day rifle shoot

VW County Outdoorsmen Assoc. information

MIDDLE POINT — The Van Wert County Outdoorsmen Association is having a D-Day Commemorative Rifle Match to remember America’s heroes, both past and present, on Saturday, June 6.

Any military rifle, past or present from any country is allowed.  The clinic begins at 9:30 a.m. and the match at 10 that morning. The event is open to both members and nonmembers.

The cost for the target is only $3 and participants will be shooting at 200 yards. Those participating may also purchase 30.06 ammunition for the match at a cost of $22 for 40 rounds if they don’t have their own. The club has a few M-1 rifles to loan people if you do not have a rifle.  However, those who use a club gun must purchase club ammo.

The club also has a Match AR-15 for those who would like try that rifle instead of an M-1. Those who have always wanted an M-1 Garand may qualify to purchase one through the Civilian Marksmanship Program by participating in the clinic and match.

The club is located at 9065 Ringwald Road near Middle Point. For more information, call 419.203.5234.