INVITATION. Experienced rifle marksmanship instructors and shooters who would like to receive advanced training and be certified as “Master Instructors” to teach CMP-sanctioned Garand, Springfield and Vintage Military Rifle Clinics are invited to apply to attend a G-S-M Master Instructor Training Workshop. A total of ten workshops have been held at CMP North (Camp Perry, OH) and CMP South (Anniston, AL) and in conjunction with the Western CMP Games and Creedmoor Cup Matches at Camp Pendleton, CA and Phoenix, AZ. The next G-S-M Master Instruction Training Workshop will be held in conjunction with the Eastern CMP Games and Creedmoor Cup Matches on 2 May 2008. CMP-sanctioned John C Garand and other rifle clinics teach basic and intermediate rifle marksmanship skills to new and beginning shooters so they can participate in general shooting sports activities and John C. Garand, Springfield and Vintage Military Rifle Matches on a safer and more rewarding basis. If you are interested in becoming a Master Instructor who is certified to teach these clinics or in advancing your skills and qualifications as an instructor, you are invited to apply to attend this two-day Master Instructor Training Workshop. 

CMP MASTER INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION. The CMP Master Instructor certification program trains and certifies advanced shooters and instructors as Master Instructors who are qualified to teach specific marksmanship instructional topics using training material and curricula developed and provided by the CMP. The CMP currently recognizes four Master Instructor certifications: 

• JMIC (JROTC Marksmanship Instructor Course) Master Instructors who teach rifle marksmanship instruction to JROTC instructors (230 currently certified). 

• CMP Military Rifle Instructors who are trained to instruct and coach in U. S. Army SDM (Squad Designated Marksman) instructor courses (99 currently certified). 

• Camp Riflery Master Instructors who are qualified to conduct CMP Instructor Training Courses for instructors and counselors who will teach riflery at summer youth camps (26 currently certified).

• Garand-Springfield-Military Rifle Master Instructors who are trained to teach and organize G-S-M Rifle Clinics (215 currently certified). 

CMP MARKSMANSHIP CLINIC PROGRAM.  Rifle marksmanship clinics are offered by CMP-affiliated organizations so individuals in their areas can fulfill the CMP marksmanship participation requirement to be eligible to purchase CMP rifles, to prepare clinic participants for target shooting events like Garand, Springfield and Vintage Military Rifle Matches or to introduce new shooters to highpower service rifle competition. Many of these clinics, in fact, are called “Garand Clinics.” These local or club clinics provide firearm safety training and an introduction to target and range firing. The CMP sanctions these clinics when sponsoring clubs submit an application and a $20.00 sanctioning fee. The CMP provides instructional materials, low-cost ammunition for the clinics and posts current lists of sanctioned clinics on the “Upcoming Events” list on the CMP web site at http://clubs.odcmp.com/matches. Each year, the CMP sanctions well over 100 clinics that instruct thousands of new shooters. CMP clinic sponsors can purchase .30-06 military ball ammunition for use in their clinics at the special price of 12 cents per round. The CMP also provides certificates of clinic completion to recognize clinic participants and verify marksmanship participation for government surplus rifle purchasers.

CMP GARAND-SPRINGFIELD-MILITARY RIFLE CLINICS (G-S-M Clinics). The CMP now offers a clinic program specifically designed to teach beginning and intermediate rifle marksmanship knowledge and skills to shooters who plan to participate in Garand, Springfield and Vintage Military Rifle Matches. This clinic program offers slides, lesson plans and instructor notes to use in presenting a four to eight hour course of instruction, demonstrations and guided practice. The CMP is also preparing a new Guide to Garand, Springfield and Vintage Military Rifle Shooting that can be used by clinic Master Instructors as a student text. The purpose of this workshop is to train and certify Master Instructors who will then be prepared to teach these G-S-M Rifle Clinic topics in sanctioned clinics: 

• CMP History and Current Programs 

• Safety and Range Procedures 

• Rifle and Equipment 

• Garand Match Course of Fire 

• Technique of Firing Accurate Shots 

• Prone, Sitting and Standing Positions 

• Sight Adjustment 

• Rapid Fire Techniques 

• Shooting a Match, Pulling Targets 

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE. Detailed schedules and specific locations will be provided after registrations are confirmed. The preliminary schedule for the 2 May 2008 workshop at Camp Butner, North Carolina is:

• Fri, 2 May , 8:00 AM, registration
  

• Fri, 2 May, 8:30 AM-6:00 PM, instruction and practical work and closing of workshop

The preliminary schedule for the 21-22 June 2008 workshop at Camp Perry, Ohio is:

• Fri, 20 June, 3:00PM – 6:00PM, registration
  

• Sat, 21 June, 8:00AM – 5:00PM, instruction and practical work


• Sun, 22 June, 8:00AM – 3:00PM, instruction, practical work and closing of workshop.

The preliminary schedule for the 10-11 Oct 2008 workshop at Phoenix, Arizona is:

• Fri, 10 Oct, 7:30AM, registration
  

• Fri, 10 Oct, 8:30AM – 5:00PM, instruction and practical work


• Sat, 11 Oct, 8:00AM – 12:00PM, instruction, practical work and closing of workshop


• Sat, 11 Oct, 12:00PM – clinic

The preliminary schedule for the 8-9 November 2008 workshop at Anniston, Alabama is:

• Sat, 8 Nov, 7:30AM, registration
  

• Sat, 8 Nov, 8:30AM – 5:00PM, instruction, practical work


• Sun, 9 Nov, 8:30AM – 3:00PM, instruction, practical work and closing of workshop

WHO CAN ATTEND. Attendance at a Master Instructor Training Workshop is limited to 30 students per class. This is to assure that all attendees have sufficient practical opportunities to work with workshop leaders and to practice what is taught. G-S-M Rifle Clinic Master Instructors should possess the following general qualifications: 

• Association with a shooting club or shooting range where the Master Instructor will have opportunities to teach G-S-M Rifle Clinics. 

• Experience teaching rifle marksmanship as a coach or instructor. 

• Experience competing in John C. Garand and Springfield matches at national and club levels. 

• Experience as a competitive service rifle shooter (desired, not required). 

• Desire to teach marksmanship to new shooters and to help them get a good start. 

If you are interested in becoming a CMP Garand-Springfield-Military Rifle Clinic Master Instructor and meeting the challenge of helping new shooters get a good start, you are especially encouraged to apply to become part of the new group of Master Instructors who will be trained at these workshops. CMP-affiliated shooting clubs are encouraged to designate and send a club instructor who can be trained to teach clinics at their club. Clubs may wish to consider providing financial assistance to one of their instructors to attend this course. To apply, complete the APPLICATION FORM for this program and submit it to the CMP.

ACCOMMODATIONS AND FEES. 

Camp Butner, NC
Individuals who attend the Master Instructor course must arrange your own housing. Competitors who plan to stay overnight near Camp Butner should stay in the Butner or Raleigh, North Carolina areas. There are numerous motels in this area, some of which give discounts to North State Shooting Club Match participants. Please mention that you are attending the CMP/Creedmoor Cup Matches. Motels are available at Exit 191 on I-85.

Comfort Inn (919) 528-9296
Ramada Limited (919) 575-6565
Holiday Inn Express (919) 575-5942

You will also find directions to the range on the North State Shooting Club web site at www.northstateshootingclub.com. Follow these directions to enter Camp Butner and drive to Range 4.

• From Interstate 85 South or North, take Exit 191 Butner-Creedmoor Hwy 56 West.
• Proceed approx 1/2 mile then turn right on 33rd Street.
• Proceed 2.1 miles turn left at the intersection onto Old Rt. #75 Road.
• Proceed approx 1/2 mile turn right onto Range Road. Proceed 2.2 miles turn right into Range #4.

There is a $35.00 Master Instructor Workshop fee for the 2 May course to help pay the costs of course materials and the meals that are provided. The CMP will provide a lunch on Friday for the Camp Butner, North Carolina course.

Camp Perry, Ohio
Individuals who attend the Master Instructor course at Camp Perry can have on-base housing or arrange their own housing. Housing on base is $45.00 per night plus the $35.00 workshop fee to help cover the cost of course materials and meals that are provided. The CMP will provide breakfast and lunch both days for the Camp Perry, Ohio course.

From Cleveland Airport - Get on I480 West, until you get to I80 (Ohio Turnpike. Take I80 West for one exit, to Elyria. Get off the turnpike, and go North on Rt57, to SR2. Take SR2 West, and travel for approximately 59 miles, until you cross the Portage River. Approximately 1 mile after you cross the Portage River, you will come upon railroad tracks with lights. Turn right here, between the 2 stone lighthouses.

From Columbus Airport - Take I270 North to US23 N. Follow US23 N to SR4, at SR4, go north approximately 52 miles to SR2. Go West on SR2 for about 25 miles. Approximately 1 mile after you cross the Portage River, you will come upon railroad tracks with lights. Turn right here, between the 2 stone lighthouses.

From Toledo Express Airport - Take the Ohio Turnpike East for 39 miles, to Fremont, exit 91. Go North on SR 53, for 10 Miles to SR2. Get on SR2 West, and go 2 ˝ - 3 miles. You will see 2 stone lighthouses on your right, this is the entrance to Camp Perry, turn right, here.

Phoenix, Arizona
Individuals who attend a Master Instructor course must arrange your own housing. There is a $35.00 Master Instructor Workshop fee for the 10-11 Oct 2008 course to help pay the costs of course materials and the meals that are provided. The CMP will provide a lunch both days. You can click on the link for directions and accommodations. http://www.basfaz.com/.

Anniston, Alabama
Individuals who attend the Master Instructor course at Anniston, Alabama must arrange your own housing. There is a $35.00 Master Instructor Workshop fee for the 8-9 Nov 2008 course to help pay the costs of course materials and the meals that are provided. The CMP will provide a lunch both days. You can click on the link, http://www.odcmp.com/storeAL.htm, for directions and accommodations. 

WHAT TO BRING. Dress for all phases of the workshop is informal. Workshop participants will be expected to do some position and dry fire work with M1 Garand or Springfield rifles so you will need to bring your own rifle and you may want to bring your own shooting jacket and glove, etc. Instructors who have experience in teaching Garand or rifle clinics may wish to bring examples of their own teaching materials or training aids. Participants attending the Camp Perry, Ohio or the Anniston, Alabama workshop do not need to bring their rifles we will have them available for your use.

HOW TO REGISTER. To register for the G-S-M Rifle Clinic Master Instructor Training Workshop, complete the APPLICATION FORM. Please submit the completed form on-line or fax it to 419-635-2573. You may also mail it to: CMP, Attn: Shannon Hand; P. O. Box 576; Port Clinton, Ohio 43452. There is a $35.00 registration fee that you may send to the CMP or pay at the time you check in for the workshop.  

FOR MORE INFORMATION. If you want more information about CMP Master Instructor training workshops, the CMP G-S-M Rifle Clinics or the CMP Master Instructor Program, please contact Shannon Hand via email at shand@odcmp.com or via phone at 419-635-2141, ext. 1101.

APPLICATION FORM