Whirling .22's
2026-10-11 08:00 - 13:00, 2026-11-15 08:00 - 13:00, 2026-12-06 08:00 - 13:00, 2027-01-17 08:00 - 13:00, 2027-02-21 08:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
The Whirling .22s is a timed challenge, designed for all everyday shooters without the need of special equipment or special training, with rifles and pistols .22, at targets that will whirl (spin) or move when hit.

You will perform accurate and fast shooting in a variety of conditions challenging gun enthusiasts.
Competition is open to any able body of sound mind 12 years old or older. Representative must be present.

These challenging Games also provide an ambient of camaraderie, respect, and self-control.
Trophies and Certificates to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places are awarded.

Targets for the Games are:

Hanging Arms. Timed. Shoot each plate until hit, then move on, RIGHT TO LEFT.
Brisk Lick. Timed. Compete against another. First to finish wins.

Feeble Shot. Timed. Target for pistol is big gong; rifle is small gong. Various stances.

Shooting Gallery. Timed. Moving plates left to right.

Dueling Post. Timed 44 seconds. Overpower competitor for most plates.
Speedy 5. Timed. Move 5 paddles from one side to the other and then back again.

Vincent. Timed 25 sec, 20 shots. Hit all targets “R to L” Green, Red, Blue, Red, Blue, Green. Again.

Dates
September 13, 2026
October 11, 2026
November 15, 2026
December 6, 2026
January 17, 2027
February 21, 2027

Time of first shot: 9:00 am
The dates are shown in “Events” of The Fusilier Complex site: https://fusiliercomplex.com/

Where: The Fusilier Complex range near Arnaudville, LA; Pistol Only line.

Awards
Title of ”Summa”, “Magna”, & “Cum Laude” Whirler.

Entry Fees $20.00

Equipment
Caliber .22 rifle (2 mags of min. 10 shots each) and .22 pistol (2 mags of min. 10 shots each).
Eyes and ears protectors.
NO .22 Magnum, NO Hypervelocity .22, NO .17, NO 5.7
Ammunition
Shooters will provide own ammunition. Soft nose lead .22 LR.
At least 280 rounds will be needed. Better bring more just in case. Ammunition is not available for sale at the games.
NO .22 Magnum, NO Hypervelocity .22, NO .17, NO 5.7

Rifles allowed
Semi-auto, pump. Semi-auto is suggested.
Two 10 rounds (or more) magazines.
Any sights: iron sights or optics.
Sling is allowed.
Pistols allowed
Semi-auto is a must.
Two 10 round (or more) magazines.
Any sights: iron sights or optics.

General information
The Pistol Only line will be used with non-participants as spectators.
Targets will be between 7 yards and 15 yards.
Eye and hear protections are REQUIRED on the line and staging areas for any person at this event.
The .22 bullets WILL fragment upon impact on the metal so ricochets are NOT happening but a
sliver of lead MAY come back to the firing line.
The backstop is the berm. Targets will be positioned in front of it and the berm will capture bullets.
No drinking water nor food available for sale at the range.

RULES

R1. Safety is a must. Anybody acting disruptively will be asked to leave immediately. His/her behavior may be reported to the appropriate authority.
R2. All events have a time limit and a limited number of shots. In all stages the shots will be no more than 20 for rifle and 20 for pistol.
R3. All events will be run sequentially and there will be only one or two whirlers in each stage and a Whirling 22s Spotter (W22S), who will report the number of hits.
R4. Any whirler using more that the allotted rounds will have to rerun the stage or accept a zero score. Score is hits until time or ammo runs out.
R5. In case of a tie, one of the stages will be used until a winner emerges. The break-the-tie gun to be used, rifle or pistol, will be decided by the Whirling 22s Director (W22D).
R6. Gun must be supported by whirler’s body parts only.
R7. The course of fire will be given at the event and not before.
R8. The course of fire may be altered at any time by the Whirling .22s Director.
R9. Any protest or doubts on results will be decided by the Whirling .22s Director (W22D) with the assistance of the Whirling .22s Spotters (W22S) and Whirling .22s Participants (W22P).
R10. A competitor MUST be able to hear and understand all the range commands at all times to be
able to act in this Games. If not, then he/she will not be allowed to participate.
R11. If a competitor at the firing line does not understand or does not hear a command, he/she must:
a – Refrain from shooting and make the gun safe, or
b – If there is time, ask for clarifications.

Work Day
2026-11-07 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-12-05 08:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-02 08:00 - 12:00, 2027-02-06 08:00 - 12:00, 2027-03-06 08:00 - 12:00, 2027-04-03 08:00 - 12:00, 2027-05-01 08:00 - 12:00, 2027-06-05 08:00 - 12:00 and 4 more dates

Safety Orientation
2026-11-07 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-12-05 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-02 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-02-06 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-03-06 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-04-03 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-05-01 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-06-05 09:00 - 10:00 and 4 more dates
For new members

Long Gong Challenge
2026-11-21 08:00 - 13:00
Long Gong 22 rimfire Match
When: September 19,2026 and November 21,2026
Where: West side of Green Range
Range will be open for business as usual on east side. Standard hot-cold rules apply.

Registration will open at 7:00 am
Safety briefing 7:45 am
Start time: 8:00 am
Large targets will be staged next to offical Long Gong targets in order to obtain 300 yard dope. These targets can also be used during the match to help with wind calls to get impacts on official targets. However if you choose to do so you will be burning a shot. You will get 10 shots per stage for a total of five stages. There will be 3 targets 8 in. 6 in. and 4 inches. Points are as follows 8 inch equal 1 point 6 equal 2 points and 4 equal 3 points. You must hit the 8 in. to move on to the 6 in. and same for the 4 in. If you miss you backup. You may choose to stay on 8 in. all ten shots. If you move on to the 6 in. you may do the same if you miss you must return to the 8 in. and so forth.
The match consists of 50 rounds. Suggested to bring more of your favorite ammo. Bipod and rear bag also.
Water will be available on sight. 12 and under shoot free with direct adult supervision.
Entry fee is 20.00 dollars.

1st. (75.00 )2nd. (50.00 )and 3rd. (25.00 )place will be awarded.
Come test your marksmanship!
Fusilier members and public welcome!
For information contact Match Directors
Tim Varnam at tlfis@live.com
David Fontenot at dkfontenot0503@gmail.com
David k. Fontenot
