Second Spring League Completed

We would like to thank everyone that came out to Heartland Public Shooting Park in order to take part in our second Spring league of the year. Over the four week time period, twenty two shooters took part in the league, and everyone who took part should consider themselves a winner.

We would like to congratulate the top five shooters in the league. The top five finishers were as follows:

1. Alex Johnson: 880.5336 points
2. Jeff Riesland: 802.5587 points
3. Greg Palkowitsh: 715.1538 points
4. Stephen Hayes: 662.8347 points 
5. Mike Gehman: 573.2205 points

Our next league begins on June 30th at 6:00pm, and it will run for four weeks. We would like to encourage everyone in Central Nebraska to come our and watch this fast moving and fun sport. No matter what your fitness level, you will have a great time.

Successful 1911 Shoot

We would like to thank all of the people who came out to shoot in the Centennial 1911 Match, along with all of the volunteers and other workers who made it possible. A special thanks to Mick Reynolds for all of the time that he spent designing the stages and those who were able to set up the stages behind the scenes. All of these things worked together in order to make things run smoothly. Above all, a big thanks to the Heartland Public Shooting Park for being the venue for the event, and we couldn't have done it without all the sponsors.

Despite the scorching temperatures, twenty eight shooters took part in the match, and it was a good mixture of challenging and typical courses, all with a military theme (in honor of the history of the venerable 1911). I am sure a lot of people were surprised by the unique movement and the movable platform that they faced (and who thought they would have to hit a target with softballs in a shooting match?).

Although we consider everyone who took part in the event to be a winner, we would like to issue a special congratulations to the top five shooters in the match:

1. Jeremy Millard: 686.3363 points
2. Jeff Reisland: 663.5419 points
3. Neil Davies: 640.4427 points
4. Chris Walbrecht: 495.8203 points
5. Ryan Dammon: 447.1462 points

We look forward to holding another 1911 match in the future, and we invite you to visit us at the park again.

1911 Heartland Centennial Match

We all know that there is a great feeling of pride and history when you wrap your hands around the grips of a 1911 pistol, and on June 4, 2001, you will have the opportunity at the Heartland Public Shooting Park in Grand Island, Nebraska. The park is holding a special Level 1 USPSA match that is limited to 1911 and Limited 10 shooters, and all of the stages have a historical and military feel to them.

Plan on around eight stages and 150 rounds, and we have a place for all skill levels. there will be over $4,000 in prizes, including guns, ammunition, reloading supplies, and other gear. As far as the prizes go, everyone will have a shot at them, as they will be random instead of skills based so that all shooters will have a chance to win something. While you are here, don't forget to buy a ticket for the Springfield 1911 Range Officer .45. Only 500 chances total before they sell out.

The cost for the competition is $50, but with all the prize money and fun that you are gonna have, this is a bargain. However, you need to call the park soon in order to get signed up, as the field is limited to the first 80 to sign up. Registration starts at 8:00am, and lead starts flying at 9:00. We hope to see you there.

Win a 1911!!!

There is something about the iconic 1911 model pistol that seems to get everyone's blood pumping. Maybe it the history, maybe it's the fact that it was the preferred military pistol for many years, or maybe it just looks really cool. As a part of the Centennial 1911 Competition that will be held at the Heartland Public Shooting Park in Grand Island, Nebraska, we are holding a raffle for a brand new Springfield 1911 Range Officer.45 pistol. This is a real beauty, and one that will look great in your collection.

For tickets, simply stop by the clubhouse at the park or call 308-385-5048. Your chances for winning are very good, as we are limiting entries to 500 tickets. The cost of the tickets are $10 each, or 10 tickets for $50, and you do not need to be present to win. Good luck, and we hope to see you out there.