Ronnie Casper

Pine Tree Pistol Club uses the Coroplast indoors, that's where we got the idea. They have bases that hold a 2x4 upright and then they screw the sheets to the 2x4s. They also hang them fom the ceiling with S hooks on wires. Here's some links with pics. http://www.pinetreepistolclub.org/?p=gallery http://www.wisconsinshooters.com/coppermin...ls.php?album=20 Ronnie

That is the stuff I don't really care for...when the wind comes around. Flexmoney is right, the wind can really raise havoc with the walls if not properly fastened. We screw our wall sections together top and bottom using 3" drywall screws and stake the bottoms in each corner to the ground using 12" spikes. We then drive 6' t-posts into the ground and fasten the walls sections to the t-posts with tywraps. Adding wall sections on the corners or at 90 degrees in the appropriate locations strenghens the walls also. We were surprised that the snow fence walls would also blow over, apparently there is still enough surface area. We now construct the snow fence walls the same way as our coroplast walls. Ronnie

Well, there are several companies that make signs for political candidates here in SC. The sheets are 8X4 and run about $12.00 each. They are about 1/4 inch currogated plastic. We build 2X4 frames and use dry-wall screws to attach the plastic. They hold up very well and are very easy to move and store. If you go to our website and look at the Toys for Tots match pictures, you will see the walls. I will get the company's name here and perhaps you can use them to find someone in your area. Here's where we get our 4x8 sheets of plastic (Coroplast). They have a distributor 15 miles from our range in Wisconsin. http://www.regal-plastics.com/ Click on Sign Supplies, then Coroplast. A 4x8 4mm thick sheet costs us $8.50 any color. We also use snow fence, using 2x2 frames for both the coroplast and snow fence. Pictures of the walls can be seen here under Holmen Practical Shooters or Major Matches. http://www.wisconsinshooters.com/coppermine/ Ronnie

I just went to check and everything appears to work fine for me. Ronnie

Congrats!!! Nice Job!!! Ronnie

The 2007 Wisconsin Section Championship will again be hosted by Holmen Practical Shooters at the Holmen Rod & Gun Club, Holmen Wisconsin. Match Date: April 21 & 22th, 2007 This will be a one day format, competitors will shoot on Sunday, April 22 . Staff & ROs will shoot on Saturday, April 21. Self-Squadding will be done online on the USPSA website. Match will consist of 8 stages, plus chrono station. Applications and Information: Applications and additional information is available at: http://www.wisconsinshooters.com/uspsa_wi_section.htm This year we'll be using two separate applications, one for the competitors and one specifically for the staff. Please use the appropriate application. Match Fee: $85.00 (Juniors $50.00) entries must be postmarked by March 15, 2007. Match Hotel: Settle Inn (formerly the Hampton Inn) 2110 Rose Street La Crosse, WI 54603 608-781-5100 Hotel website: http://www.settleinn.com/la-crosse-settle-inn.html Mention "USPSA" to recieve special rate of $49.00 + tax/night. Map & Directions: Map & directions to the range can be found here: http://www.holmenrodandgunclub.com/Directions.asp If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me. Hope to see you there, Ronnie Casper Match Director 715-896-1965

Glad to hear it, look forward to seeing you at this year's match. Ronnie

The 2007 Area 5 Championship will again be hosted by Holmen Practical Shooters at the Holmen Rod & Gun Club, Holmen Wisconsin. Match Date: August 16th - 19th, 2007 This will be a one day format, competitors can choose to shoot on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Staff & ROs will shoot on Thursday. Self-Squadding service will be done online on the USPSA website. Match will consist of 10 stages, plus chrono station. Applications and Information: Applications and additional information are available at: http://championship.uspsa-area5.org/ This year we'll be using two separate applications, one for the competitors and one specifically for the staff. Please use the appropriate application. Match Fee: $130.00 (Juniors $75.00) entries must be postmarked by July 15, 2007. Match Hotel: Settle Inn (formerly the Hampton Inn) 2110 Rose Street La Crosse, WI 54603 608-781-5100 Hotel website: http://www.settleinn.com/la-crosse-settle-inn.html Mention "USPSA" to recieve special rate of $49.00 + tax/night. Map & Directions: Map & directions to the range can be found here: http://www.holmenrodandgunclub.com/Directions.asp If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me. Hope to see you there, Ronnie Casper Match Director 715-896-1965

I have to admit I know guys like that. Sounds like the dog is the smartest one in the bunch. Ronnie

Here's recent data for my Glock 35 (factory barrel) tested at the chrono during the 2006 Area 4 Championship. CCI Blazer FMJ 180gr. 3 shot average = 1026 PF 184.7 CCI Blazer Brass FMJ 180gr. 3 shot average = 998 PF 179.6 WWB 180gr. FMJ 3 shot average = 980 PF 176.4 Ronnie

Congrats!!! Nice Job!!!

Here's a forward falling popper design used at the Area 4 Championship. I was impressed enough with the design that I made it a point to take these pictures. Ronnie

Bruce, Instead of eliminating or moving L10 to a category, don't clubs already have the ability to choose which divisions they recognize under Appendix A2? APPENDIX A2 IPSC Recognition Prior to the commencement of a match, the organizers must specify which Division(s) will be recognized. Thanks, Ronnie

Thanks for your support Gary! Ronnie

Not sure if this is correct, but the match listing on the USPSA website says NO Late Fees. Match Name: 2006 Area 4 Championship Match Type: Handgun Approval Status: Pending Starting Date: 11/30/06 Ending Date: 12/03/06 Location: Clark Range - Princeton, Louisiana Range Master: Tom Drazy Match Director: Kenneth Hicks Contact: Kenneth Hicks Phone: 936-554-1908 Email: area4@uspsa.org Fee: 125.00 Additional info: NO Late Fees Match Level: Level III Pointseries: Area Championship pending approval

I was watching Tony on that stage, absolutely perfect run. Nice Job Tony! Ronnie

I would like to thank everyone who attended the match last weekend and hope that everyone had a good time. I also wish to thank the rest of the staff, the CROs/ROs, and all the sponsors that contributed to making the match a success. We have added the match results to the Wisconsin Shooters website. All the results are in one downloadable PDF. For those interested, we have added the combined final overall and combined overall per stage results. As I'm sure you're aware these are NOT Official results, just for your amusement. You can find results on this page: http://www.wisconsinshooters.com/uspsa_area_5_match.htm Thanks, Ronnie

They are made by Max Davidson of http://www.gunsteel.com Here's a link to a picture and demonstration of the target http://www.gunsteel.com/maxtrap.html When activated, the no-shoot swings down exposing the target, then swings back up again. Ronnie

The match book is now available for download at this link: Area 5 Info Please note that the printed copy you'll receive in your shooter packet may have changes and updates and will take precedence over this online version. All sponsors and staff may not be listed at this time, but will be listed in the printed version. Thanks, Ronnie

Sorry guys about taking so long to reply to this thread, haven't been on the forum much lately. The matchbook (with stages) should be available on the website for download in a couple weeks. You will find it on this page: Area 5 Info We were planning to have it available by August 1st, which is also the deadline for entries. An email will be sent to registered competitors and I'll also post to this thread when it's available. davidball: Yes, Saturday and Sunday squads are currently full with spots only available on Friday. Friday and Saturday squads are limited to 10 and Sunday squads are limited to 5, due to the prize table drawing and awards ceremony. Thursday slots with the staff may be available by request. Thanks, Ronnie Casper

Hi Guys, Glad you enjoyed the match. I'm no chrono expert myself, but I can say we were using a pair of brand new CEDs with infrared screens. We'd like to thank CED for their donation of the chronos to the WI Section and the Area 5 Match. As far as our own loads, Lori was shooting CCI Blazer 9mm 115s that made 140.3 PF. The same loads made 139.7 PF at the Kentucky State 3-Gun last fall. My CCI Blazer .40 180s made 179.5 PF. P.S. Some pictures of the match are posted at: http://www.wisconsinshooters.com/uspsa_wi_section.htm Thanks, Ronnie Casper

We won't be going to Mesa, but PM your address and I'll make you a copy. I recorded it on VHS. We were kinda disappointed, only about 5 minutes coverage. Kurt, you had quite a bit of airtime though. Lori had less than a second in the last scene, when you were coming off the stage. Here's some pictures on my site of the match. http://www.wisconsinshooters.com/3gun_matc...s_dpms_2005.htm Guy, same offer to you, PM your address. Ronnie

There will be DPMS Tri-Gun Challenge coverage on American Rifleman TV on the Outdoor Channel Saturday, Jan. 14th at 8:30 pm cental. Kurt, you were featured in the preview. Lori and I had a great time shooting with you. Take Care, Ronnie Casper

The 2006 Wisconsin Section Match will be hosted by Holmen Practical Shooters, at the Holmen Rod & Gun Club, Holmen Wisconsin. This is the same location as the 2006 Area 5 Championship. Match Date: April 23, 2006 This match is ready for registration and self squadding will be available shortly on the USPSA website. Match hotel: Best Western Midway Hotel 608-781-7000 A limited number of rooms are reserved under the group name of "2006 Wisconsin Section Match". Please remember to mention the group name when registering. Special Room Rate: $59.00 Motel website: http://www.midwayhotels.com/la_crosse/index.cfm For additional match info please check our website at: http://www.wisconsinshooters.com/uspsa_wi_section.htm Thanks, Ronnie Casper

Update! The 2006 Area 5 Championship is now ready to accept applications. This link http://2006.uspsa-area5.org/ will take you directly to the registration page. Thanks goes out again to Jeffrey Ferguson for setting this up. The match hotel will be the Best Western Midway Hotel (608-781-7000) A limited number of rooms are reserved under the group name of "2006 Area 5 Match". Please remember to mention the group name when registering. Special Room Rate $59.00/night Sunday - Thursday $69.00/night Friday & Saturday Hotel website: http://www.midwayhotels.com/la_crosse/index.cfm Self-squadding will be available on the USPSA website. You can also check our websites for additional info and updates at: http://www.wisconsinshooters.com/uspsa_area_5_match.htm http://www.uspsa-area5.org Thanks, Ronnie Casper