Cowboy Action ShootingTM has become probably the fastest growing shooting sport not only at local levels but throughout the entire United states and other countries as well.
Cowboy Action ShootingTM is a multi-faceted shooting sport in which contestants compete with firearms typical of those used in the taming of the "Old West"; single action revolvers, lever action rifles and double barreled (side by side) shotguns or Winchester 1897 pump or lever action shotguns with exposed hammer. Unlike many modern "high tech" shooting matches, Cowboy Action ShootingTM takes pride in the use of cowboy type firearms available between the Civil War and 1899.
The technology of this sport is limited to what can be found in original or reproduction firearms of the period. Originals and reproductions of firearms manufactured during the early to late 1800's by Colt, Winchester, Remington, Smith & Wesson, Marlin, Sharps, Henry, etcetera are allowed in competitions so long as they are in safe shooting condition. The shooting competition is staged in a unique, characterized, "Old West" style. Cowboy Action ShootingTM is not a fast draw competition!
The sport is an attempt to relive the time of the "Old West", whether real or fantasy. The shooting is staged in a unique characterized "Old West" style. Contestants shoot in several one-, two- and/or three-gun stages (courses of fire) in which they fire on reactive steel or cardboard silhouette targets. Scoring is based on accuracy and speed. Electronic timers are usually used. Penalties are assessed for misses and procedural errors as well as safety violations.
Cowboy Action ShootingTM is an activity for the entire family. A significant number of the participants are women or shooters in the junior or buckaroo/buckarette category. And, they don't take a back seat to anyone when it comes to skill with a shootin' iron, knowledge of the Old West, or the enjoyment of this outdoor sport.
As a family sport, several different shooting categories exist. Categories consist of: Traditional, Modern, Women (which may be broken into Women's Modern and Women's Traditional), Senior, Junior, Buckaroo/Buckarette, Black Powder, Duelist and several others. A shooter's classification is determined by the type of "sixgun" he or she uses, the propellant used and the shooting style.
Additionally, the emphasis is on fun rather than all out, "win at any cost", competition. This is an opportunity to make friends. share an appreciation for the lore and legend of the most well known and unique period in American history, its equipment, dress, and lifestyle.
A truly unique aspect of Cowboy Action ShootingTM is the requirement placed on authentic period dress. Each participant is required to adopt a shooting alias appropriate to a character or profession of the late 19th century, or a Hollywood western star, and develop a costume accordingly.
American history buffs and serious shooters alike agree that the use of vintage firearms (or modern reproductions), authentic costuming, unique targets and fast action make Cowboy Action ShootingTM one of the most interesting of all shooting sports for both spectator and contestant.
As the game of Cowboy Action ShootingTM has evolved, our competitors have developed and adopted an attitude towards their participation that we call "the Spirit of the Game." "The Spirit of the Game" is the philosophy that places old time values and their preservation ahead of the pressure of modern day life and the everyday scramble to get ahead. That philosophy seeks out the pure joy of "simpler" times when families sat around the fire together and passed down the tales of their ancestors. Competing in "the Spirit of the Game" means you fully participate in what the competition asks. You do not look for ways to create an advantage out of what is or is not stated as a rule or shooting procedure.
So, join with the Cowboy Action Shooters and harken back to those thrilling
days of yesteryear ... and remember, "Your mother was wrong! You don't
really have to grow up!"
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The Colorado River Regulators (CRR) acts as the cowboy action shooting division of the Lake Havasu City Sportsman Club (LHCSC). The CRR is a SASS affiliated club and adheres to all SASS rules.
The CRR started in October of 1997with public notice asking for a show of interest in this relatively new sport. Approximately 20 individuals appeared at the home of Chuck Wittmaack (a.k.a. Trinity, SASS #2992) and Karen Wittmaack (ak.a. Caliente Belle, SASS #8520) for this first meeting. It was decided to put on a demonstration match and invite the public.
A six-stage demonstration match was staged in November with the public invited. There was a good show of interest resulting in further meetings to form the club and elect/appoint officers.
Construction of targets and stage props was already underway by Trinity. Eventually 40 targets and three building fronts were constructed by him in time to have the first six-stage club match in January of 1998.
The Lake Havasu City Sportsman Club, our parent organization, generously loaned the club enough money to purchase our initial quantity of trophies and badges.
The CRR stages two monthly matchS at the LHCSC pistol range located in SARA Park. Matches are held on the second and fourth Sunday of the month September through May One match is scheduled on the second Sunday in June.
Stage setup usually starts between 0700 and 0800 depending on darkness. Sign-up starts about one half hour later followed by a shooters meeting. Every effort will be made to accommodate handicapped shooters.Shooters fees depend on the shooters membership status. CRR
club members and SASS members fees are ten dollars and non-members fees are
fifteen dollars.
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LOCATION
The Colorado
River
Regulators hold their monthly matches at the Lake Havasu City Sportsman
Club pistol range located in S.A.R.A. park. Lake Havasu City is located on
the Colorado River on the western boundary of Arizona. Driving northbound
from Parker the park is located between mileposts 175 and 176. When
approaching from I-40 take Exit 9, AZ Highway 95, southbound. The
park is located about one mile south of the city on AZ Highway 95. When
entering the park stay to the left. You will be able to see the trap and
skeet ranges across an arroyo to the left. Drive around the curve and
follow signs tothe pistol range.
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In addition to local
rules all SASS rules apply to Colorado River Regulators matches. Rules
unique to the Lake Havasu Sportsman Club shooting facilities are as follows: Eye
and Ear protection is mandatory. Absolutely no alcohol is allowed on the
property at any time. Other rules are posted at
the range. The Colorado River Regulators are allowed to use shotguns and
pistol caliber rifles on the pistol range. The shotgun wads must be picked
up after each match. A Colorado River Regulator policy is to leave the
pistol range in better shape than when we arrived. That's the cowboy
way.
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