York Riflemen

York Riflemen runs a full calendar of sanctioned matches in York, Pennsylvania. Their primary focus is high-power rifle competition, with regular CMP John C. Garand matches (Course A) and CMP 800 AGG non-EIC events throughout the shooting season. Recent competitors have brought classic rifles like the Springfield M1903A3 and Garand rifles to earn top scores.

The club hosts monthly CMP-sanctioned high-power matches, typically on Sundays. Events include:

• •CMP John C. Garand Match (Course A) - Spring and fall seasons
• •CMP 500 AGG non-EIC - 500-yard aggregate competition
• •CMP 800 AGG non-EIC - 800-yard aggregate events
• •Memorial Trophy Match - August seasonal event

Recent 2025 season matches show consistent participation with competitors achieving scores like 281-5 on the Springfield rifle line. The club also competes at larger venues like Camp Perry, where York Riflemen members participate in the Hearst Doubles match and NTT (National Team Trials).

The club maintains a dedicated small-bore range with its own match schedule. The pistol range operates continuously—it no longer closes during high-power matches, though it does close at 6 p.m. for small-bore competition days. Check the clubhouse door and website for current match schedules.

The club runs a junior air rifle program to introduce young shooters to competitive marksmanship. This feeds into the broader shooting sports pipeline for the region.

York Riflemen also maintains an archery program, providing another competitive shooting discipline alongside firearms events.

NRA-certified safety instruction is available through the club. Gun safety classes cover fundamental responsibility and safe handling.

The club hosts public open houses and sight-in events. Recent 2024 events included:

• •Open House/Public Sight-In - Multiple dates in November with food, drinks, and assistance with sighting firearms
• •Running Deer Event - Traditional moving target competition held during public events

York Riflemen operates under a club constitution and bylaws with elected officers and directors. Regular meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, with meeting minutes posted for transparency. The club actively recruits new leadership and encourages members to step into officer positions.

The club actively supports the "Right to Keep and Bear Arms" through NRA membership and partnerships with Second Amendment advocacy groups like Firearm Owners Against Crime.

York Riflemen members can join the NRA through the club at a discount on 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, and Life Member packages.

Based in York, Pennsylvania, the club provides shooting facilities and competitive opportunities for central Pennsylvania shooters. The facilities include both outdoor full-distance ranges and indoor shooting areas.

The club welcomes members for competitive shooting and regular range use. Match schedules are published well in advance. Non-members can participate in open house events and public sight-in days to learn about the club before joining.