Winter shoot to begin

    The Houlton Rifle and Pistol Club held their semi-annual potluck supper on December 7 at the range.
    Members were offered the opportunity to register for the Winter Shoot, which begins Sunday, Dec. 14. The Indoor Bullseye shooting consists of the following events: Slow, timed and rapid fire matches employing a 22 semi-automatic pistol at 50 feet; center fire matches using either a center fire revolver or semi-automatic pistol against a Slow Fire Target; rim fire matches using either a 22 LR revolver or semi-automatic pistol against a Slow Fire Target at 50 feet; and 22 rim fire rifle matches using a Slow Fire Target.
    For 16 weeks, contestants will demonstrate their skills in friendly safe competition with other club individuals. The Shoot will culminate with the spring potluck supper and the awarding of prizes.