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01 // ABOUT
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About This Program
What to expect when you show up
## What to Expect
3-Gun matches challenge shooters to engage targets with a rifle, pistol, and shotgun -- all in the same stage. Courses of fire are dynamic, requiring movement, target transitions, and rapid firearm changes.
### Quick Facts
| Detail | Info |
|--------|------|
| Firearms | Rifle (semi-auto), pistol, shotgun |
| Round count | 150-300 rounds total across all three |
| Stage count | 4-8 stages typical |
| Equipment | Belt/holster, shell carriers, rifle mag pouches |
### What to Bring
- Semi-auto rifle ([AR-15 platform](/handbook/ar15-platform) common)
- Handgun with holster
- Shotgun (semi-auto preferred, pump OK)
- Ammunition for all three firearms (bring extra)
- Magazine pouches and shotgun shell carriers
- Eye and ear protection (required)
> Contact Del Norte Gun Club for round count, division rules, and registration. Many clubs welcome first-time 3-gunners -- arrive early and introduce yourself to the match director.
02 // GEAR
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What to Bring
Equipment and gear for this program
1Rifle (typically AR-15 platform)
2Shotgun (semi-auto preferred)
3Handgun with holster
4Minimum 200 rounds rifle ammunition
5Minimum 50 shotgun shells (birdshot and slugs)
6Minimum 100 rounds pistol ammunition
7Magazine pouches and shotshell carriers
8Eye protection (required)
9Ear protection (electronic recommended)
Safety & Rules
Know these before your first shot
- All firearms must pass safety inspection before the match
- Eye and ear protection required on all bays
- Safe handling procedures for all three firearms
- Follow all Range Officer commands immediately
- Guns are grounded at designated locations between stages
- No handling firearms except at designated safe areas
01 // SESSIONS
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Upcoming Sessions
20 sessions scheduled - click any date to view details or register
04 // TIPS
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Pro Tips for Beginners
Advice from experienced shooters
Start with outlaw matches before major competitions
Master each firearm individually first
Practice transitions between guns
Invest in a quality belt setup before upgrading guns
Bring more ammo than you think you need