
The Connecticut State Rifle & Revolver Association was founded in 1927 to develop shooting sports athletes and promote firearms education across Connecticut. Today, CSRRA operates as the Official NRA State Association and a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, with CMP affiliation that gives members a...
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The Connecticut State Rifle & Revolver Association was founded in 1927 to develop shooting sports athletes and promote firearms education across Connecticut. Today, CSRRA operates as the Official NRA State Association and a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, with CMP affiliation that gives members access to civilian marksmanship programs.
This isn't a gun store or range—CSRRA is a membership organization that runs competitive shooting programs statewide:
| Membership Type | Cost | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Junior (Under 18) | $25/year | Full participation, state competition access |
| Annual Member | $40/year | All state events, newsletters, CMP purchasing |
| Club Membership | $50/year | Organization membership, team participation |
| Life Member | $500 one-time | Lifetime membership, all benefits |
To represent Connecticut at national competitions, you must: 1. Be top 6 shooter in one of three disciplines (22, CF, 45) based on national match score 2. Be a CSRRA member 3. Have attended a State 2700 match
Competitors are classified from Marksman through High Master based on minimum 360 shots fired. Classification determines team placement and competitive division.
CSRRA provides members with updates on CT firearms regulations. Recent changes members should know about:
CSRRA hosts an annual meeting where all members gather to celebrate the shooting year. The organization recognizes outstanding contributions by inducting members into the Connecticut State Rifle & Revolver Association Hall of Fame. Recent events include the 93rd Anniversary Gallery Match and CT Junior Olympics.
CSRRA's logo features Connecticut's state tree, the Charter Oak. The tree became iconic in 1687 when it supposedly hid Connecticut's royal charter during a confrontation with English colonial authority—symbolizing freedom and resistance to tyranny. The original tree stood over 300 years before falling in 1856.
CSRRA operates entirely through dedicated volunteers on the board and within each division:
Contact membership questions at [email protected] or any director through the website.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, CSRRA relies on membership dues and donations. The organization offers logo'd apparel with $5 from each purchase donated back to operations. Members can also contribute to the CSRRA College Scholarship Fund.
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