Summer Shooting Competition 2025 

Join us for a relaxed day of friendly competition, good yarns, and sharp shooting at our Southern Lakes Summer Shooting Competition.

This is a family-friendly event, with opportunities for both kids and parents to get involved. We’ll have a BBQ lunch on site, and there’s time to head down to the river for a swim afterwards.

Whether you’re a seasoned marksman, a weekend hunter, or just keen to give it a go, there’s something here for everyone.

Expect a full day of classic NZDA-style shooting, designed for hunters, target shooters, and newcomers alike.

From rimfire through to field shooting with your hunting rifle, this is a great chance to sharpen your skills and enjoy some friendly rivalry.

The range will open at 10am for sighting in and competition verification.

Competition to start at 10.45am.

BBQ lunch provided. 

Range closes at 4pm 

When you register you will be given the address details a few days before the event.

Format for the Day

Mandatory Sight-In (100m)
All shooters must sight in at 100 metres before competing.
Please arrive early and allow time to verify your setup and make any adjustments.

Competition Events

The competition format is still being finalised and will be confirmed closer to the event.

What to bring:-

• Rifle and bolt (have to use same one for ALL targets) - there are a few members who may lend one if you don't have a suitable rifle 

• Ammo (make sure you have enough rounds )
• Ear protection 
• Safety glasses (we have some club ones we can bring) 
• Spotting scope if you have one - we need spotters too 
• Chair (to sit on obviously!)
• Lunch and any BBQ food you want cooked
• Sunscreen - there is no shade there
• Winning attitude :-)

Cost:-

$25 for NZDA members and under 16's free. which covers the range fee, admin and competition costs. You will need to register via this link as we need information from you to be compliant with the current firearms laws and preregistration will speed up the start of the day. 

If you are entering family members over 16 years old for the competition please complete a second registration form under their name and put in the comments the relationship. 

Please pay online to make it easy. If you want to pay cash on the day please state in the comments section on the registration form 

Share Rides:-
Once registered, we can try and car pool