Bigfork Defensive Pistol

        APR 9   MAY 14   JUN 11   JUL 9   AUG 13   SEP 10   OCT 8

                 (Meeting the second Saturday of the month)

About Bigfork Defensive Pistol: 

Bigfork Defensive Pistol matches emphasize scenario-based stages utilizing typical daily carry type defensive firearms. 

Matches are held on the second Saturday of the month at the Bigfork Gun Club (BFGC) during the match season outlined above and on our website calendar. Our match fee is $15 for members of BFGC and $20 for visitors, with a $5 discount to shooters willing to assist in stage set- up. Reminder emails will be sent the week of each event and will include additional gear requirements, if any, and a brief outline for the upcoming match. We hope to see you there!

Gear Requirements: 

• A reliable handgun of the type used for concealed carry, duty carry, or pistol competition. 
• A stiff leather or plastic holster that covers the trigger guard with a compatible, stiff carry belt. Kydex holsters are recommended.
• A method to carry at least 21 rounds and at least 3 magazines on your body.
• A firearm covering garment to be worn while shooting, i.e., a jacket, vest, untucked shirt, etc.
• Closed-toed footwear with good traction is recommended. 
• Shooters should bring approximately 100 rounds to each match.
• Eye and Ear Protection is mandatory for all persons attending the match, observers included.
• Water, snacks, a hat, and clothes appropriate for the weather are strongly recommended. 

*Shoulder (armpit), ankle, chest carry, back carry, and/or cross draw holsters do not work within our safety rules, and as such are not permitted.

Event Details: 

Match set-up starts day of event at 8:00 am OR Friday’s before the event at 4 pm. A reminder email will contain details for each match setup. 

Registration opens at 9:00 am

Safety Brief starts at 9:45 am

Shooting starts at 10:00 am 

The match fee is $20, $15 for club members, with a $5 discount to shooters willing to assist in stage set-up. Match fees payable by cash or with checks made out to the Bigfork Gun Club.

Registration: 

• Pre-registration on Practiscore is preferred, this helps with registration and the event to start on time. A link will be provided in reminder emails before the event. 
• In-person on the day of the event 

Match Directors: 

Sheldon Wickersham swickersham@sbcglobal.net (406) 257-2228 (voice message) 

Erin Harapat matchdirectorerin@gmail.com (406) 270-0691