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• NRL22 Series Match February

  • When
    February 28, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Range 8

  Members & Non-members

  NRL22 - Canada is an affiliate of NRL22 USA.  5 stages with round, diamond-shaped, and square steel target sizes ranging from 1/4" - 6" plus various animal- shaped steel targets  placed randomly from 200 yds and closer.  2 bonus stages

  22lr rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle only and Air Rifle*.  

  For more information go to: nrl22canada.ca 
  

  Registration through PractiScore: NRL22 February Match

  Inquiries: rimfirerifle@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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• NRL22 Series Match March

  • When
    March 28, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Range 8

  Members & Non-members

  NRL22 - Canada is an affiliate of NRL22 USA.  5 stages with round, diamond-shaped, and square steel target sizes ranging from 1/4" - 6" plus various animal- shaped steel targets  placed randomly from 200 yds and closer.  2 bonus stages

  22lr rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle only and Air Rifle*.  

  For more information go to: nrl22canada.ca 
  

  Registration through PractiScore: 

  Inquiries: rimfirerifle@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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• Steel Challenge Match #2026-02

  • When
    March 29, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

  Weekend match description

  
  

  What?

  Our weekend 8-stage Steel challenge matches are an opportunity for BTSA club members and shooters from the broader community to compete use all 8 of the official stages. Novice and experience shooters are welcome provided you can safely handle your firearm. Brand new shooters may want to check out a Wednesday night steel event for a more relaxed introduction to the sport

  We shoot all of the standard divisions. All scores will be submitted to USPSA. Shooters with current USPSA membership will have all 8 stages count towards their classification.

   

  Where?

  BTSA range bays 1,2,3,4,5. Shooters may drop their gear at the top but please park down the road or in the lot as parking at the top is needed for match staff. The main road gate and BTSA gates will be opened at about 8:00 am

   

  When?

  Gates open 8am, setup 8:30, mandatory safety briefing 9, lunch break after 4 stages (~noon), tear down ~3:30pm  

  All shooters must be present for the safety briefing or they will not be allowed to shoot.

   

  Cost?

  BTSA members- $10 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Non-members- $20 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Juniors (under 18, member and non-member)- 1 gun free per match

   

  How to register?

  Registration is through Practiscore. Please search BTSA 8 stage steel and look for the correct date. Shooters need to be registered by 7pm on the Friday before the match so that we can confirm squadding and load the scoring tablets. All participants will need to help score/paint/time.

  
  

  Who to contact with questions?

  Please email steel@btsa.club

   

  Items to bring to the match

  • Water
  • Food
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Eye/ear protection (required to participate)
  • Lunch
  • Timer if you have one
  • Gun
  • 5+ mags: Please pre-load your magazines at home when possible so that we can begin on time.
  • Ammo: 195 rounds minimum for 8 stages for each gun. Experienced shooters should bring ~300. Novice shooters should bring 500.
  • Holster: belt holster for any Center fire handguns that fully covers the trigger. No thigh rigs are permitted. New shooters will start from low ready if they are not experienced in holster use.
  • Gun belt if drawing from a holster

   

  Match results 

  Match results will be posted to PractiScore, usually the same night. If you need your results anonymized, please contact the match director well in advance of the match.

   

  First time competitors/new to steel challenge 

  Please contact steel@btsa.club if you will be coming out for your first steel challenge. When you arrive, please leave all your gear in your vehicle and identify yourself to a match official/person in charge. We will place you on a squad with some experienced competitors to help get you started. We will likely need to split up groups of inexperienced shooters/competitors for both safety and efficiency but will try to keep families together where possible. Please note, when a family member is on the line, they are under the care of the range officer. Please do not distract them from following the RO’s instructions. If the RO is unfamiliar with the operation of your particular firearm, they will ask for assistance as needed. If a shooter would like coaching or advice while you are shooting, please let the RO know and they should be happy to oblige.

   

   

  A note regarding classifications

  Classifications are used to help competitors measure their success against shooter shooting with a similar ability and skill set. A D class production shooter and a Grand Master rimfire rifle open shooter can’t be equally compared. In order to earn a classification, you must be a current USPSA member and complete any 4 stages using one of the recognized equipment divisions. Most equipment will work with the exception of Center fire handguns from low ready.

   

  Rule book

  The official steel challenge rule book governs all of our matches please make sure to give it a read through so that you are familiar with the rules, commands, and equipment divisions.

  https://scsa.org/rules 

   

  Safety

  While no one wants to disqualify (DQ) a shooter, safety is our top priority. If you commit a serious safety infraction, as noted in the rules, you will be done shooting for the day. Any scores completed to that point will stand but you will not be able to continue shooting the match. It will be up to the match director’s discretion as to whether you may remain on the range. If you are permitted to remain to watch friends/family shoot, you may not handle any uncased firearms for the remainder of the day. Example of serious, DQ-able, violation include, but are not limited to, Ammo on the safe table, loaded firearms off the firing line, negligent discharge of a firearm, muzzle sweeping yourself or others, picking up a dropped gun, and dropping a loaded gun during a course of fire.

   

  
  

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• Action Shooting League - 2026

  • Start
    April 02, 2026
  •  
  • End
    September 24, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    26 sessions
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: 1 & 2

  BTSA’s Action Shooting League (ASL)  gives shooters an opportunity to practice the fundamentals of competitive Action Shooting. (IPSC, USPSA, 3 GUN)

  On Thursday evenings and select weekends, participants practice shooting challenging and exciting courses of fire.

  Results are scored in PractiScore following rules and regulations based on our affiliate shooting disciplines.  This gives participants a taste of action shooting without the stress of an actual competition.

  The ASL is open to both BTSA members and the general public.

  Weather permitting, between early spring until late fall, we will shoot from 5:00pm until sunset using specialized action shooting props.

  For more information, join our Facebook group (BTSA Action Shooting League) or on PractiScore (Buffalo Target Shooters Association) 

  Please read the club rule book if attending a league shoot.

  Questions?   asl@btsa.club

  
  

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• Konstantin's Black Badge Course 2026

  • Start
    April 11, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    April 12, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: Bay 3 and Clubhouse

  The Black Badge is a two day in-depth training course in the safe competitive shooting techniques required not only to compete at IPSC events but to deliver the confidence and expertise to use handguns in the safest possible manner.

  It is a mandatory course required to shoot IPSC matches in Canada. IPSC is a dynamic shooting sport where the principles of Accuracy, Speed, and Power are balanced in a unique scoring system. It requires competitors to shoot fast and accurately, often shooting on the move and developing techniques and styles to shave off fractions of a second between shots, during reloads and drawing from the holster.

  Duration (must attend both days):
       Saturday: BTSA Range, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Open book exam. Meet at the Bay#3
       Sunday: BTSA Range, 8:00am  - 5:00pm. Meet at the Bay#3
  
  What to bring:
       Lunch, Snacks and Water on Saturday and Sunday.
       Equipment:
          - 9mm or larger caliber handgun (usually 9mm Para, .357 Sig, 38 Super, .40 S&W, 45 ACP, etcetera)
          - 4 to 6 magazines to fit the caliber and model of handgun
          - Belt to accommodate the holster and spare magazine pouches
          - Holster that is worn on the belt, no drop leg holsters allowed (Serpa style holsters are prohibited)
          - Spare magazine pouches, preferably open topped (no snaps) to carry the spare magazines
          - 600 rounds ammunition (minimum) to get through both days of shooting
          - Eye and ear protection
          - Good boots or track shoes for uneven terrain and/or wet conditions
          - Hat to keep off sun and block spent brass from hitting you in the eye
          - Water or other non-alcoholic beverages to last the day
          - Lunch as we take lunch at the range so we can continue with the course
          - Sun screen
          - Bug repellent
          - Chair (to sit down between exercises, optional)
          - Brass bag to pick up brass (optional, but picking brass is mandatory per range rules)
  
  Need at least 8 students to run the course.

  Fees for this course are collected by the instructor. Cost of the course is $400. Deposit of $100 is required to hold the spot. 

  Due to insurance & liability, IPSC Alberta/Canada now requires students to purchase your IPSC Alberta membership PRIOR to taking the Black Badge course.

  Students are required to purchase an Associate membership on their site before you are eligible to attend the course. Please go to https://ipscalberta.com/page-7743 and follow instructions.

  For further details and information, please contact Konstantin at ipscab765@gmail.com

  
  

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• John Dzurka Performance Training - 2026

  • When
    April 12, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: Bay 1

  PISTOL DEVELOPMENT 
  APRIL 26, 2025

  This course is designed to develop further and hone your shooting skills, laying a solid foundation practically and effectively. The session focuses on setting yourself up to quickly and accurately get shots on target, emphasizing precision and consistency.

  PISTOL DEVELOPMENT 2.0 
  JUNE 20, 2025 

  This Level 2 course enhances and sharpens existing skills, building on a practical foundation developed in Pistol Development. The session reinforces core techniques to achieve precise, targeted results while mastering the balance between speed and accuracy.

  
  

  PERFORMANCE PISTOL 2 DAY COURSE
  JULY 18-19, 2025

  This course is designed to elevate your pistol skills, building on foundational techniques to achieve advanced precision and control. Over two intensive days, you will refine your ability to balance speed and accuracy, focusing on consistency, target transitions, and situational adaptability. This course is ideal for those ready to take their performance to the next level.

  Defensive Shotgun
  April 27, 2025 & October 10, 2025

  This course is designed to introduce shooting enthusiasts to effectively deploying a shotgun for real-world applications—not IPSC or competition-focused. The training emphasizes proper manipulation, fundamentals, and advanced techniques to make you a more effective and confident operator. 

  Defensive Shotgun 2.0
  October 11, 2025

  Take your shotgun skills to the next level with Defensive Shotgun 2.0. This advanced course builds on foundational skills and introduces new techniques for mastering defensive shotgun use in dynamic scenarios. Focused on real-world applications, this training is designed to refine your abilities, enhance your efficiency, and improve your confidence under pressure.

  Reserve Your Spot Today! 

  For registration details and inquiries, www.johndzurka.ca
  
  

  Sincerely,

  John and Michelle     

  www.johndzurka.ca

  
  

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• Steel Challenge Match #2026-03

  • When
    April 18, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

  Weekend match description

  
  

  What?

  Our weekend 8-stage Steel challenge matches are an opportunity for BTSA club members and shooters from the broader community to compete use all 8 of the official stages. Novice and experience shooters are welcome provided you can safely handle your firearm. Brand new shooters may want to check out a Wednesday night steel event for a more relaxed introduction to the sport

  We shoot all of the standard divisions. All scores will be submitted to USPSA. Shooters with current USPSA membership will have all 8 stages count towards their classification.

   

  Where?

  BTSA range bays 1,2,3,4,5. Shooters may drop their gear at the top but please park down the road or in the lot as parking at the top is needed for match staff. The main road gate and BTSA gates will be opened at about 8:00 am

   

  When?

  Gates open 8am, setup 8:30, mandatory safety briefing 9, lunch break after 4 stages (~noon), tear down ~3:30pm  

  All shooters must be present for the safety briefing or they will not be allowed to shoot.

   

  Cost?

  BTSA members- $10 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Non-members- $20 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Juniors (under 18, member and non-member)- 1 gun free per match

   

  How to register?

  Registration is through Practiscore. Please search BTSA 8 stage steel and look for the correct date. Shooters need to be registered by 7pm on the Friday before the match so that we can confirm squadding and load the scoring tablets. All participants will need to help score/paint/time.

  
  

  Who to contact with questions?

  Please email steel@btsa.club

   

  Items to bring to the match

  • Water
  • Food
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Eye/ear protection (required to participate)
  • Lunch
  • Timer if you have one
  • Gun
  • 5+ mags: Please pre-load your magazines at home when possible so that we can begin on time.
  • Ammo: 195 rounds minimum for 8 stages for each gun. Experienced shooters should bring ~300. Novice shooters should bring 500.
  • Holster: belt holster for any Center fire handguns that fully covers the trigger. No thigh rigs are permitted. New shooters will start from low ready if they are not experienced in holster use.
  • Gun belt if drawing from a holster

   

  Match results 

  Match results will be posted to PractiScore, usually the same night. If you need your results anonymized, please contact the match director well in advance of the match.

   

  First time competitors/new to steel challenge 

  Please contact steel@btsa.club if you will be coming out for your first steel challenge. When you arrive, please leave all your gear in your vehicle and identify yourself to a match official/person in charge. We will place you on a squad with some experienced competitors to help get you started. We will likely need to split up groups of inexperienced shooters/competitors for both safety and efficiency but will try to keep families together where possible. Please note, when a family member is on the line, they are under the care of the range officer. Please do not distract them from following the RO’s instructions. If the RO is unfamiliar with the operation of your particular firearm, they will ask for assistance as needed. If a shooter would like coaching or advice while you are shooting, please let the RO know and they should be happy to oblige.

   

   

  A note regarding classifications

  Classifications are used to help competitors measure their success against shooter shooting with a similar ability and skill set. A D class production shooter and a Grand Master rimfire rifle open shooter can’t be equally compared. In order to earn a classification, you must be a current USPSA member and complete any 4 stages using one of the recognized equipment divisions. Most equipment will work with the exception of Center fire handguns from low ready.

   

  Rule book

  The official steel challenge rule book governs all of our matches please make sure to give it a read through so that you are familiar with the rules, commands, and equipment divisions.

  https://scsa.org/rules 

   

  Safety

  While no one wants to disqualify (DQ) a shooter, safety is our top priority. If you commit a serious safety infraction, as noted in the rules, you will be done shooting for the day. Any scores completed to that point will stand but you will not be able to continue shooting the match. It will be up to the match director’s discretion as to whether you may remain on the range. If you are permitted to remain to watch friends/family shoot, you may not handle any uncased firearms for the remainder of the day. Example of serious, DQ-able, violation include, but are not limited to, Ammo on the safe table, loaded firearms off the firing line, negligent discharge of a firearm, muzzle sweeping yourself or others, picking up a dropped gun, and dropping a loaded gun during a course of fire.

   

  
  

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• Steel Challenge- Wednesday Evenings

  • Start
    April 22, 2026
  •  
  • End
    September 16, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    22 sessions
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: 1,2,3 and either 4 or 5 (rotating, see schedule in description)

  Wednesday night steel

  
  

  What ?

  The Wednesday night steel program is an opportunity for BTSA club members and shooters from the broader community to experience the speed shooting sport of steel challenge. Steel challenge involves shooting 5 steel targets in 8 configurations several times each with the shooter’s cumulative time being their score. Time is added for misses and certain procedural infractions.

  Steel challenge may be shot with either centre fire handguns, .22 rimfire handguns, .22 rimfire rifles, or pistol caliber carbines. No magnum calibres, steel core/steel jacketed ammo, or hyper velocity .22 (stingers, velocitors, etc.) are permitted.

  Wednesday night steel is run as a 4-stage match. Shooters with current USPSA membership will be able to receive a classification, provided they complete all 4 stages, when the classification system updates the following Wednesday.

   

  Where ?

  BTSA Ranges: 1,2,3 and 4 or 5 (see schedule below). Shooters may drop their gear at the top but please park down the road or in the lot as parking at the top is needed for match staff. The main road gate and BTSA gates will be opened at about 4:30 each evening

  
  

   When ?

  Every Wednesday from April 22nd - September 16th

  Setup/start times vary a little throughout the season but generally setup is either 5/5:30 and shooting starts 5:30/6. Please see schedule below for season plan.

  ***Please verify start times on Practiscore and the BTSA website each week!***

  We are typically done in about 2.5 hours a few competitors sometimes remain and practice afterwards. All competitors are expected to be present for setup and to remain for tear down. Requests for exceptions show be directed to steel@btsa.ca. You must be present for the beginning of the safety briefing. If you miss the safety briefing, you cannot shoot with us that evening.

   

  Cost ?

  BTSA members- $5. per gun. Max 2 guns

  Non-members- $15. per gun. Max 2 guns

  Juniors (under 18, member and non-member)- First gun free

   

  How to register?

  Registration is through Practiscore. Please search BTSA Wednesday night steel and look for the correct date. Weeknight shoots are typically posted to practiscore 2-3 weeks ahead of the match and open for registration the Monday the week before the match. Shooters need to be registered by midnight on the Tuesday immediately before the match so that we can confirm squadding and load the scoring tablets. 

  
  

  Who to contact with questions ?

  Please email steel@btsa.club

   

  What to bring to a match?

  • Water
  • Food
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Eye/ear protection (required to participate)
  • Timer if you have one
  • Gun
  • 5+ mags. Please pre-load your magazines at home when possible.
  • Ammo: 100 rounds minimum for 4 stages. Experienced shooters should bring 150-200. Novice shooters should bring 250.
  • Holster: belt holster for any Center fire handguns that fully covers the trigger. No thigh rigs are permitted. New shooters will start from low ready if they are not experienced in holster use. We can coach you in holster use once you have demonstrated basic gun handling competence. Rimfire guns are not drawn from the holster during a run but may be transported in one. A case is generally preferred for transporting rimfire pistols due to chamber flag requirements
  • Gun belt if drawing from a holster
  • Cash for match fee. Exact change only please.

   

  Match results ?

  Match results will be posted to PractiScore, usually the same night. If you need your results anonymized, please contact the match director well before the match.

  First time competitors/new to steel challenge:

  Please contact steel@btsa.club if you will be coming out for your first steel challenge. When you arrive, please leave all your gear in your vehicle and identify yourself to a match official/person in charge. We will place you on a squad with some experienced shooters to help get you started. We will likely need to split up groups of inexperienced shooters for both safety and efficiency but will try to keep families together where possible. Please note, when a family member is on the line, they are under the care of the range officer. Please do not distract them from following the RO’s instructions. If the RO is unfamiliar with your particular firearm, they will as for assistance as needed. If you would like coaching or advice while you are shooting, please let the RO know and they should be happy to oblige.

   

  A note regarding classifications

  Classifications are used to help competitors measure their success against shooter shooting with a similar ability and skill set. A D class production shooter and a Grand Master rimfire rifle open shooter can’t be equally compared. In order to earn a classification, you must be a current USPSA member and complete any 4 stages using one of the recognized equipment divisions. Most equipment will work with the exception of Center fire handguns from low ready.

   

  Rule book

  The official steel challenge rule book governs our Wednesday night matches please make sure to give it a read through so that you are familiar with the rules, commands, and equipment divisions.

  https://scsa.org/rules
  

   

  Safety

  While no one wants to disqualify (DQ) a shooter, safety is our top priority. If you commit a serious safety infraction, as noted in the rules, you will be done shooting for the day. Any scores completed to that point will stand but you will not be able to continue shooting the match. It will be up to the match director and range master’s discretion as to whether you may remain on the range. If you are permitted to remain to watch friends/family shoot, you may not handle any uncased firearms for the remainder of the day. Example of serious, DQ-able, violation include, but are not limited to, Ammo on the safe table, loaded firearms off the firing line, negligent discharge of a firearm, muzzle sweeping yourself or others, picking up a dropped gun, and dropping a loaded gun during a course of fire.

  
  

  Wednesday Dates	Stage 1 (Bay, Position)	Stage 2 (Bay, Position)	Stage 3 (Bay, Position)	Stage 4 (Bay, Position)	Setup Time	Start time	MD
  22-Apr	5 to Go (3, left)	Roundabout (2, Right)	Speed Option (1, right)	Accelerator (4, left)	5pm	5:30pm
  29-Apr	Smoke and Hope (3, right)	Pendulum (2, Right)	Speed Option (1, right)	Accelerator (4, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  6-May	Smoke and Hope (3, right)	Pendulum (2, Right)	Showdown (1, left)	Outer Limits (5, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  13-May	5 to Go (3, left)	Roundabout (2, Right)	Showdown (1, left)	Outer Limits (5, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  20-May	5 to Go (3, left)	Roundabout (2, Right)	Speed Option (1, right)	Accelerator (4, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  27-May	Smoke and Hope (3, right)	Pendulum (2, Right)	Speed Option (1, right)	Accelerator (4, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  3-Jun	Smoke and Hope (3, right)	Pendulum (2, Right)	Showdown (1, left)	Outer Limits (5, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  10-Jun	5 to Go (3, left)	Roundabout (2, Right)	Showdown (1, left)	Outer Limits (5, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  17-Jun	5 to Go (3, left)	Roundabout (2, Right)	Speed Option (1, right)	Accelerator (4, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  24-Jun	Smoke and Hope (3, right)	Pendulum (2, Right)	Speed Option (1, right)	Accelerator (4, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  1-Jul	Smoke and Hope (3, right)	Pendulum (2, Right)	Showdown (1, left)	Outer Limits (5, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  8-Jul	5 to Go (3, left)	Roundabout (2, Right)	Showdown (1, left)	Outer Limits (5, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  15-Jul	5 to Go (3, left)	Roundabout (2, Right)	Speed Option (1, right)	Accelerator (4, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  22-Jul	Smoke and Hope (3, right)	Pendulum (2, Right)	Speed Option (1, right)	Accelerator (4, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  29-Jul	Smoke and Hope (3, right)	Pendulum (2, Right)	Showdown (1, left)	Outer Limits (5, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  5-Aug	5 to Go (3, left)	Roundabout (2, Right)	Showdown (1, left)	Outer Limits (5, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  12-Aug	5 to Go (3, left)	Roundabout (2, Right)	Speed Option (1, right)	Accelerator (4, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  19-Aug	Smoke and Hope (3, right)	Pendulum (2, Right)	Speed Option (1, right)	Accelerator (4, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  26-Aug	Smoke and Hope (3, right)	Pendulum (2, Right)	Showdown (1, left)	Outer Limits (5, left)	5:30pm	6pm
  2-Sep	5 to Go (3, left)	Roundabout (2, Right)	Showdown (1, left)	Outer Limits (5, left)	5pm	5:30pm
  9-Sep	5 to Go (3, left)	Roundabout (2, Right)	Speed Option (1, right)	Accelerator (4, left)	5pm	5:30pm
  16-Sep	Smoke and Hope (3, right)	Pendulum (2, Right)	Speed Option (1, right)	Accelerator (4, left)	5pm	5:30pm

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• NRL22 Series Match April

  • When
    April 25, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Range 8

  Members & Non-members

  NRL22 - Canada is an affiliate of NRL22 USA.  5 stages with round, diamond-shaped, and square steel target sizes ranging from 1/4" - 6" plus various animal- shaped steel targets  placed randomly from 200 yds and closer.  2 bonus stages

  22lr rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle only and Air Rifle*.  

  For more information go to: nrl22canada.ca 
  

  Registration through PractiScore: 

  Inquiries: rimfirerifle@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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• Konstantin's Black Badge Course 2026

  • Start
    May 02, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    May 03, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: Bay 3 and Clubhouse

  The Black Badge is a two day in-depth training course in the safe competitive shooting techniques required not only to compete at IPSC events but to deliver the confidence and expertise to use handguns in the safest possible manner.

  It is a mandatory course required to shoot IPSC matches in Canada. IPSC is a dynamic shooting sport where the principles of Accuracy, Speed, and Power are balanced in a unique scoring system. It requires competitors to shoot fast and accurately, often shooting on the move and developing techniques and styles to shave off fractions of a second between shots, during reloads and drawing from the holster.

  Duration (must attend both days):
       Saturday: BTSA Range, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Open book exam. Meet at the Bay#3
       Sunday: BTSA Range, 8:00am  - 5:00pm. Meet at the Bay#3
  
  What to bring:
       Lunch, Snacks and Water on Saturday and Sunday.
       Equipment:
          - 9mm or larger caliber handgun (usually 9mm Para, .357 Sig, 38 Super, .40 S&W, 45 ACP, etcetera)
          - 4 to 6 magazines to fit the caliber and model of handgun
          - Belt to accommodate the holster and spare magazine pouches
          - Holster that is worn on the belt, no drop leg holsters allowed (Serpa style holsters are prohibited)
          - Spare magazine pouches, preferably open topped (no snaps) to carry the spare magazines
          - 600 rounds ammunition (minimum) to get through both days of shooting
          - Eye and ear protection
          - Good boots or track shoes for uneven terrain and/or wet conditions
          - Hat to keep off sun and block spent brass from hitting you in the eye
          - Water or other non-alcoholic beverages to last the day
          - Lunch as we take lunch at the range so we can continue with the course
          - Sun screen
          - Bug repellent
          - Chair (to sit down between exercises, optional)
          - Brass bag to pick up brass (optional, but picking brass is mandatory per range rules)
  
  Need at least 8 students to run the course.

  Fees for this course are collected by the instructor. Cost of the course is $400. Deposit of $100 is required to hold the spot. 

  Due to insurance & liability, IPSC Alberta/Canada now requires students to purchase your IPSC Alberta membership PRIOR to taking the Black Badge course.

  Students are required to purchase an Associate membership on their site before you are eligible to attend the course. Please go to https://ipscalberta.com/page-7743 and follow instructions.

  For further details and information, please contact Konstantin at ipscab765@gmail.com

  
  

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• IPSC Qualifier Match - 2026

  • Start
    May 15, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    May 17, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: Bays 1 - 6 (bays 7 & 8 will remain open for BTSA members)

  IPSC events are action shooting competitions where participants unite three principles of precision, power and speed, by using firearms (pistols) that have a certain minimum power factor to score as many points as possible during the shortest possible time.

  
  

  Matches are held Saturday and Sunday, with six or more stages. Set up on Friday.  Prerequisites include the completion of a Black Badge course.

  
  

  Registration must be completed online at PractiScore.com by the Thursday prior to the event. For more information please go to ipscalberta.com

  
  

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• PRS Sound of Spring Steel Match

  • Start
    May 22, 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • End
    May 23, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Range 8

  Members & Non-members

  This will be a 9 Stage 90-100 rounds 22lr match.  Standard velocity ammunition only.

  The match is one of the qualifier matches for the Foothills region of the Precision Rifle Series. 

  You do not need to be a member of the PRS to participate. All are welcome.  Juniors 12-17 must be able to handle their firearm.

  For more information go to: PRS Rimfire Series

  Registration through PractiScore: PRS Sound of Spring Steel

  Inquiries: rimfirerifle@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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• Steel Challenge Match #2026-04

  • When
    May 24, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

  Weekend match description

  
  

  What?

  Our weekend 8-stage Steel challenge matches are an opportunity for BTSA club members and shooters from the broader community to compete use all 8 of the official stages. Novice and experience shooters are welcome provided you can safely handle your firearm. Brand new shooters may want to check out a Wednesday night steel event for a more relaxed introduction to the sport

  We shoot all of the standard divisions. All scores will be submitted to USPSA. Shooters with current USPSA membership will have all 8 stages count towards their classification.

   

  Where?

  BTSA range bays 1,2,3,4,5. Shooters may drop their gear at the top but please park down the road or in the lot as parking at the top is needed for match staff. The main road gate and BTSA gates will be opened at about 8:00 am

   

  When?

  Gates open 8am, setup 8:30, mandatory safety briefing 9, lunch break after 4 stages (~noon), tear down ~3:30pm  

  All shooters must be present for the safety briefing or they will not be allowed to shoot.

   

  Cost?

  BTSA members- $10 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Non-members- $20 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Juniors (under 18, member and non-member)- 1 gun free per match

   

  How to register?

  Registration is through Practiscore. Please search BTSA 8 stage steel and look for the correct date. Shooters need to be registered by 7pm on the Friday before the match so that we can confirm squadding and load the scoring tablets. All participants will need to help score/paint/time.

  
  

  Who to contact with questions?

  Please email steel@btsa.club

   

  Items to bring to the match

  • Water
  • Food
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Eye/ear protection (required to participate)
  • Lunch
  • Timer if you have one
  • Gun
  • 5+ mags: Please pre-load your magazines at home when possible so that we can begin on time.
  • Ammo: 195 rounds minimum for 8 stages for each gun. Experienced shooters should bring ~300. Novice shooters should bring 500.
  • Holster: belt holster for any Center fire handguns that fully covers the trigger. No thigh rigs are permitted. New shooters will start from low ready if they are not experienced in holster use.
  • Gun belt if drawing from a holster

   

  Match results 

  Match results will be posted to PractiScore, usually the same night. If you need your results anonymized, please contact the match director well in advance of the match.

   

  First time competitors/new to steel challenge 

  Please contact steel@btsa.club if you will be coming out for your first steel challenge. When you arrive, please leave all your gear in your vehicle and identify yourself to a match official/person in charge. We will place you on a squad with some experienced competitors to help get you started. We will likely need to split up groups of inexperienced shooters/competitors for both safety and efficiency but will try to keep families together where possible. Please note, when a family member is on the line, they are under the care of the range officer. Please do not distract them from following the RO’s instructions. If the RO is unfamiliar with the operation of your particular firearm, they will ask for assistance as needed. If a shooter would like coaching or advice while you are shooting, please let the RO know and they should be happy to oblige.

   

   

  A note regarding classifications

  Classifications are used to help competitors measure their success against shooter shooting with a similar ability and skill set. A D class production shooter and a Grand Master rimfire rifle open shooter can’t be equally compared. In order to earn a classification, you must be a current USPSA member and complete any 4 stages using one of the recognized equipment divisions. Most equipment will work with the exception of Center fire handguns from low ready.

   

  Rule book

  The official steel challenge rule book governs all of our matches please make sure to give it a read through so that you are familiar with the rules, commands, and equipment divisions.

  https://scsa.org/rules 

   

  Safety

  While no one wants to disqualify (DQ) a shooter, safety is our top priority. If you commit a serious safety infraction, as noted in the rules, you will be done shooting for the day. Any scores completed to that point will stand but you will not be able to continue shooting the match. It will be up to the match director’s discretion as to whether you may remain on the range. If you are permitted to remain to watch friends/family shoot, you may not handle any uncased firearms for the remainder of the day. Example of serious, DQ-able, violation include, but are not limited to, Ammo on the safe table, loaded firearms off the firing line, negligent discharge of a firearm, muzzle sweeping yourself or others, picking up a dropped gun, and dropping a loaded gun during a course of fire.

   

  
  

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• Nick's Black Badge Course 2026

  • Start
    May 30, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    May 31, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: Bay 3 and Clubhouse

  The Black Badge is a two day in-depth training course in the safe competitive shooting techniques required not only to compete at IPSC events but to deliver the confidence and expertise to use handguns in the safest possible manner.

  It is a mandatory course required to shoot IPSC matches in Canada. IPSC is a dynamic shooting sport where the principles of Accuracy, Speed, and Power are balanced in a unique scoring system. It requires competitors to shoot fast and accurately, often shooting on the move and developing techniques and styles to shave off fractions of a second between shots, during reloads and drawing from the holster.

  Basic equipment requirements: Pistol (minimum 9mm caliber), 3 magazines (preferably 4), 3 magazine pouches(preferably 4),  and a holster which must cover the trigger when the gun is holstered, a belt to mount the equipment on and 500 rounds of ammunition

  For further details and information, please contact Nick at nadraz@nucleus.com or Frank at ternerfrank@gmail.com

  Fees for this course are collected by the instructor. Cost of the course is $300 and $50 is required at time of registration to hold a spot in the course.

  
  

  
  

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• NRL22 Series Match May

  • When
    May 30, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Range 8

  Members & Non-members

  NRL22 - Canada is an affiliate of NRL22 USA.  5 stages with round, diamond-shaped, and square steel target sizes ranging from 1/4" - 6" plus various animal- shaped steel targets  placed randomly from 200 yds and closer.  2 bonus stages

  22lr rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle only and Air Rifle*.  

  For more information go to: nrl22canada.ca 
  

  Registration through PractiScore: 

  Inquiries: rimfirerifle@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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• NRL22 Series Match June

  • When
    June 13, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Range 8

  Members & Non-members

  NRL22 - Canada is an affiliate of NRL22 USA.  5 stages with round, diamond-shaped, and square steel target sizes ranging from 1/4" - 6" plus various animal- shaped steel targets  placed randomly from 200 yds and closer.  2 bonus stages

  22lr rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle only and Air Rifle*.  

  For more information go to: nrl22canada.ca 
  

  Registration through PractiScore: 

  Inquiries: rimfirerifle@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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• Steel Challenge Match #2026-05

  • When
    June 14, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

  Weekend match description

  
  

  What?

  Our weekend 8-stage Steel challenge matches are an opportunity for BTSA club members and shooters from the broader community to compete use all 8 of the official stages. Novice and experience shooters are welcome provided you can safely handle your firearm. Brand new shooters may want to check out a Wednesday night steel event for a more relaxed introduction to the sport

  We shoot all of the standard divisions. All scores will be submitted to USPSA. Shooters with current USPSA membership will have all 8 stages count towards their classification.

   

  Where?

  BTSA range bays 1,2,3,4,5. Shooters may drop their gear at the top but please park down the road or in the lot as parking at the top is needed for match staff. The main road gate and BTSA gates will be opened at about 8:00 am

   

  When?

  Gates open 8am, setup 8:30, mandatory safety briefing 9, lunch break after 4 stages (~noon), tear down ~3:30pm  

  All shooters must be present for the safety briefing or they will not be allowed to shoot.

   

  Cost?

  BTSA members- $10 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Non-members- $20 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Juniors (under 18, member and non-member)- 1 gun free per match

   

  How to register?

  Registration is through Practiscore. Please search BTSA 8 stage steel and look for the correct date. Shooters need to be registered by 7pm on the Friday before the match so that we can confirm squadding and load the scoring tablets. All participants will need to help score/paint/time.

  
  

  Who to contact with questions?

  Please email steel@btsa.club

   

  Items to bring to the match

  • Water
  • Food
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Eye/ear protection (required to participate)
  • Lunch
  • Timer if you have one
  • Gun
  • 5+ mags: Please pre-load your magazines at home when possible so that we can begin on time.
  • Ammo: 195 rounds minimum for 8 stages for each gun. Experienced shooters should bring ~300. Novice shooters should bring 500.
  • Holster: belt holster for any Center fire handguns that fully covers the trigger. No thigh rigs are permitted. New shooters will start from low ready if they are not experienced in holster use.
  • Gun belt if drawing from a holster

   

  Match results 

  Match results will be posted to PractiScore, usually the same night. If you need your results anonymized, please contact the match director well in advance of the match.

   

  First time competitors/new to steel challenge 

  Please contact steel@btsa.club if you will be coming out for your first steel challenge. When you arrive, please leave all your gear in your vehicle and identify yourself to a match official/person in charge. We will place you on a squad with some experienced competitors to help get you started. We will likely need to split up groups of inexperienced shooters/competitors for both safety and efficiency but will try to keep families together where possible. Please note, when a family member is on the line, they are under the care of the range officer. Please do not distract them from following the RO’s instructions. If the RO is unfamiliar with the operation of your particular firearm, they will ask for assistance as needed. If a shooter would like coaching or advice while you are shooting, please let the RO know and they should be happy to oblige.

   

   

  A note regarding classifications

  Classifications are used to help competitors measure their success against shooter shooting with a similar ability and skill set. A D class production shooter and a Grand Master rimfire rifle open shooter can’t be equally compared. In order to earn a classification, you must be a current USPSA member and complete any 4 stages using one of the recognized equipment divisions. Most equipment will work with the exception of Center fire handguns from low ready.

   

  Rule book

  The official steel challenge rule book governs all of our matches please make sure to give it a read through so that you are familiar with the rules, commands, and equipment divisions.

  https://scsa.org/rules 

   

  Safety

  While no one wants to disqualify (DQ) a shooter, safety is our top priority. If you commit a serious safety infraction, as noted in the rules, you will be done shooting for the day. Any scores completed to that point will stand but you will not be able to continue shooting the match. It will be up to the match director’s discretion as to whether you may remain on the range. If you are permitted to remain to watch friends/family shoot, you may not handle any uncased firearms for the remainder of the day. Example of serious, DQ-able, violation include, but are not limited to, Ammo on the safe table, loaded firearms off the firing line, negligent discharge of a firearm, muzzle sweeping yourself or others, picking up a dropped gun, and dropping a loaded gun during a course of fire.

   

  
  

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• Annie Oakley Day 2.0 - Woman's Program 2026

  • When
    June 20, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges 1,2,6,8 & Clubhouse
  • Spaces left
    30

  Registration is closed

  
  

  Details to come

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Nick's Black Badge Course 2026

  • Start
    June 27, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    June 28, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: Bay 3 and Clubhouse

  The Black Badge is a two day in-depth training course in the safe competitive shooting techniques required not only to compete at IPSC events but to deliver the confidence and expertise to use handguns in the safest possible manner.

  It is a mandatory course required to shoot IPSC matches in Canada. IPSC is a dynamic shooting sport where the principles of Accuracy, Speed, and Power are balanced in a unique scoring system. It requires competitors to shoot fast and accurately, often shooting on the move and developing techniques and styles to shave off fractions of a second between shots, during reloads and drawing from the holster.

  Basic equipment requirements: Pistol (minimum 9mm caliber), 3 magazines (preferably 4), 3 magazine pouches(preferably 4),  and a holster which must cover the trigger when the gun is holstered, a belt to mount the equipment on and 500 rounds of ammunition

  For further details and information, please contact Nick at nadraz@nucleus.com or Frank at ternerfrank@gmail.com

  Fees for this course are collected by the instructor. Cost of the course is $300 and $50 is required at time of registration to hold a spot in the course.

  
  

  
  

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• Rimfire Rifle Tuesday

  • Start
    July 07, 2026
  •  
  • End
    August 25, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    Bay 8

  Rimfire Rifle Tuesdays are a great opportunity for some additional practice if you are precision rimfire competitor, or if you just want to bring out your 22lr rifle to plink at some steel targets placed anywhere from 25 to 200 yards.  All of the shooting will be off of shooting props. Open to the public. Youth 12-17 yrs must be accompanied by an adult for the entire session.

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• Nick's Black Badge Course 2026

  • Start
    July 11, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    July 12, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: Bay 3 and Clubhouse

  The Black Badge is a two day in-depth training course in the safe competitive shooting techniques required not only to compete at IPSC events but to deliver the confidence and expertise to use handguns in the safest possible manner.

  It is a mandatory course required to shoot IPSC matches in Canada. IPSC is a dynamic shooting sport where the principles of Accuracy, Speed, and Power are balanced in a unique scoring system. It requires competitors to shoot fast and accurately, often shooting on the move and developing techniques and styles to shave off fractions of a second between shots, during reloads and drawing from the holster.

  Basic equipment requirements: Pistol (minimum 9mm caliber), 3 magazines (preferably 4), 3 magazine pouches(preferably 4),  and a holster which must cover the trigger when the gun is holstered, a belt to mount the equipment on and 500 rounds of ammunition

  For further details and information, please contact Nick at nadraz@nucleus.com or Frank at ternerfrank@gmail.com

  Fees for this course are collected by the instructor. Cost of the course is $300 and $50 is required at time of registration to hold a spot in the course.

  
  

  
  

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• NRL22 Series Match July

  • When
    July 11, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Range 8

  Members & Non-members

  NRL22 - Canada is an affiliate of NRL22 USA.  5 stages with round, diamond-shaped, and square steel target sizes ranging from 1/4" - 6" plus various animal- shaped steel targets  placed randomly from 200 yds and closer.  2 bonus stages

  22lr rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle only and Air Rifle*.  

  For more information go to: nrl22canada.ca 
  

  Registration through PractiScore: 

  Inquiries: rimfirerifle@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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• Annie Oakley Day - Woman's Program 2026

  • When
    July 25, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges 1,2,6,8 & Clubhouse
  • Spaces left
    30

  Registration is closed

  
  

  ***Details to come

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Steel Challenge Match #2026-06

  • When
    July 26, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

  Weekend match description

  
  

  What?

  Our weekend 8-stage Steel challenge matches are an opportunity for BTSA club members and shooters from the broader community to compete use all 8 of the official stages. Novice and experience shooters are welcome provided you can safely handle your firearm. Brand new shooters may want to check out a Wednesday night steel event for a more relaxed introduction to the sport

  We shoot all of the standard divisions. All scores will be submitted to USPSA. Shooters with current USPSA membership will have all 8 stages count towards their classification.

   

  Where?

  BTSA range bays 1,2,3,4,5. Shooters may drop their gear at the top but please park down the road or in the lot as parking at the top is needed for match staff. The main road gate and BTSA gates will be opened at about 8:00 am

   

  When?

  Gates open 8am, setup 8:30, mandatory safety briefing 9, lunch break after 4 stages (~noon), tear down ~3:30pm  

  All shooters must be present for the safety briefing or they will not be allowed to shoot.

   

  Cost?

  BTSA members- $10 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Non-members- $20 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Juniors (under 18, member and non-member)- 1 gun free per match

   

  How to register?

  Registration is through Practiscore. Please search BTSA 8 stage steel and look for the correct date. Shooters need to be registered by 7pm on the Friday before the match so that we can confirm squadding and load the scoring tablets. All participants will need to help score/paint/time.

  
  

  Who to contact with questions?

  Please email steel@btsa.club

   

  Items to bring to the match

  • Water
  • Food
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Eye/ear protection (required to participate)
  • Lunch
  • Timer if you have one
  • Gun
  • 5+ mags: Please pre-load your magazines at home when possible so that we can begin on time.
  • Ammo: 195 rounds minimum for 8 stages for each gun. Experienced shooters should bring ~300. Novice shooters should bring 500.
  • Holster: belt holster for any Center fire handguns that fully covers the trigger. No thigh rigs are permitted. New shooters will start from low ready if they are not experienced in holster use.
  • Gun belt if drawing from a holster

   

  Match results 

  Match results will be posted to PractiScore, usually the same night. If you need your results anonymized, please contact the match director well in advance of the match.

   

  First time competitors/new to steel challenge 

  Please contact steel@btsa.club if you will be coming out for your first steel challenge. When you arrive, please leave all your gear in your vehicle and identify yourself to a match official/person in charge. We will place you on a squad with some experienced competitors to help get you started. We will likely need to split up groups of inexperienced shooters/competitors for both safety and efficiency but will try to keep families together where possible. Please note, when a family member is on the line, they are under the care of the range officer. Please do not distract them from following the RO’s instructions. If the RO is unfamiliar with the operation of your particular firearm, they will ask for assistance as needed. If a shooter would like coaching or advice while you are shooting, please let the RO know and they should be happy to oblige.

   

   

  A note regarding classifications

  Classifications are used to help competitors measure their success against shooter shooting with a similar ability and skill set. A D class production shooter and a Grand Master rimfire rifle open shooter can’t be equally compared. In order to earn a classification, you must be a current USPSA member and complete any 4 stages using one of the recognized equipment divisions. Most equipment will work with the exception of Center fire handguns from low ready.

   

  Rule book

  The official steel challenge rule book governs all of our matches please make sure to give it a read through so that you are familiar with the rules, commands, and equipment divisions.

  https://scsa.org/rules 

   

  Safety

  While no one wants to disqualify (DQ) a shooter, safety is our top priority. If you commit a serious safety infraction, as noted in the rules, you will be done shooting for the day. Any scores completed to that point will stand but you will not be able to continue shooting the match. It will be up to the match director’s discretion as to whether you may remain on the range. If you are permitted to remain to watch friends/family shoot, you may not handle any uncased firearms for the remainder of the day. Example of serious, DQ-able, violation include, but are not limited to, Ammo on the safe table, loaded firearms off the firing line, negligent discharge of a firearm, muzzle sweeping yourself or others, picking up a dropped gun, and dropping a loaded gun during a course of fire.

   

  
  

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• Nick's Black Badge Course 2026

  • Start
    August 01, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    August 02, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: Bay 3 and Clubhouse

  The Black Badge is a two day in-depth training course in the safe competitive shooting techniques required not only to compete at IPSC events but to deliver the confidence and expertise to use handguns in the safest possible manner.

  It is a mandatory course required to shoot IPSC matches in Canada. IPSC is a dynamic shooting sport where the principles of Accuracy, Speed, and Power are balanced in a unique scoring system. It requires competitors to shoot fast and accurately, often shooting on the move and developing techniques and styles to shave off fractions of a second between shots, during reloads and drawing from the holster.

  Basic equipment requirements: Pistol (minimum 9mm caliber), 3 magazines (preferably 4), 3 magazine pouches(preferably 4),  and a holster which must cover the trigger when the gun is holstered, a belt to mount the equipment on and 500 rounds of ammunition

  For further details and information, please contact Nick at nadraz@nucleus.com or Frank at ternerfrank@gmail.com

  Fees for this course are collected by the instructor. Cost of the course is $300 and $50 is required at time of registration to hold a spot in the course.

  
  

  
  

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• Konstantin's Black Badge Course 2026

  • Start
    August 08, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    August 09, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: Bay 3 and Clubhouse

  The Black Badge is a two day in-depth training course in the safe competitive shooting techniques required not only to compete at IPSC events but to deliver the confidence and expertise to use handguns in the safest possible manner.

  It is a mandatory course required to shoot IPSC matches in Canada. IPSC is a dynamic shooting sport where the principles of Accuracy, Speed, and Power are balanced in a unique scoring system. It requires competitors to shoot fast and accurately, often shooting on the move and developing techniques and styles to shave off fractions of a second between shots, during reloads and drawing from the holster.

  Duration (must attend both days):
       Saturday: BTSA Range, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Open book exam. Meet at the Bay#3
       Sunday: BTSA Range, 8:00am  - 5:00pm. Meet at the Bay#3
  
  What to bring:
       Lunch, Snacks and Water on Saturday and Sunday.
       Equipment:
          - 9mm or larger caliber handgun (usually 9mm Para, .357 Sig, 38 Super, .40 S&W, 45 ACP, etcetera)
          - 4 to 6 magazines to fit the caliber and model of handgun
          - Belt to accommodate the holster and spare magazine pouches
          - Holster that is worn on the belt, no drop leg holsters allowed (Serpa style holsters are prohibited)
          - Spare magazine pouches, preferably open topped (no snaps) to carry the spare magazines
          - 600 rounds ammunition (minimum) to get through both days of shooting
          - Eye and ear protection
          - Good boots or track shoes for uneven terrain and/or wet conditions
          - Hat to keep off sun and block spent brass from hitting you in the eye
          - Water or other non-alcoholic beverages to last the day
          - Lunch as we take lunch at the range so we can continue with the course
          - Sun screen
          - Bug repellent
          - Chair (to sit down between exercises, optional)
          - Brass bag to pick up brass (optional, but picking brass is mandatory per range rules)
  
  Need at least 8 students to run the course.

  Fees for this course are collected by the instructor. Cost of the course is $400. Deposit of $100 is required to hold the spot. 

  Due to insurance & liability, IPSC Alberta/Canada now requires students to purchase your IPSC Alberta membership PRIOR to taking the Black Badge course.

  Students are required to purchase an Associate membership on their site before you are eligible to attend the course. Please go to https://ipscalberta.com/page-7743 and follow instructions.

  For further details and information, please contact Konstantin at ipscab765@gmail.com

  
  

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• Canadian National Steel Challenge Championships 2026

  • Start
    August 14, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    August 16, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges - 1,2,3,4,5,6, clubhouse

  National championship for steel challenge shooting. Uspsa/Scsa membership required. 
  

  Place holder calendar event. More details to follow or email steel@btsa.club with questions.

  https://steelchallenge.ca/

  Setup Aug 14. Match Aug 15/16.

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• IPSC Qualifier Match - 2026

  • Start
    August 21, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    August 23, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: Bays 1 - 7 (bay 8 will remain open for BTSA members)

  IPSC events are action shooting competitions where participants unite three principles of precision, power and speed, by using firearms (pistols) that have a certain minimum power factor to score as many points as possible during the shortest possible time.

  
  

  Matches are held Saturday and Sunday, with six or more stages. Set up on Friday.  Prerequisites include the completion of a Black Badge course.

  
  

  Registration must be completed online at PractiScore.com by the Thursday prior to the event. For more information please go to ipscalberta.com

  
  

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• NRL22 Series Match August

  • When
    August 29, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Range 8

  Members & Non-members

  NRL22 - Canada is an affiliate of NRL22 USA.  5 stages with round, diamond-shaped, and square steel target sizes ranging from 1/4" - 6" plus various animal- shaped steel targets  placed randomly from 200 yds and closer.  2 bonus stages

  22lr rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle only and Air Rifle*.  

  For more information go to: nrl22canada.ca 
  

  Registration through PractiScore: 

  Inquiries: rimfirerifle@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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• IPSC Qualifier Match - 2026

  • Start
    September 04, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    September 06, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: Bays 1 - 6 (bays 7 & 8 will remain open for BTSA members)

  IPSC events are action shooting competitions where participants unite three principles of precision, power and speed, by using firearms (pistols) that have a certain minimum power factor to score as many points as possible during the shortest possible time.

  
  

  Matches are held Saturday and Sunday, with six or more stages. Set up on Friday.  Prerequisites include the completion of a Black Badge course.

  
  

  Registration must be completed online at PractiScore.com by the Thursday prior to the event. For more information please go to ipscalberta.com

  
  

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• Steel Challenge Match #2026-07

  • When
    September 13, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

  Weekend match description

  
  

  What?

  Our weekend 8-stage Steel challenge matches are an opportunity for BTSA club members and shooters from the broader community to compete use all 8 of the official stages. Novice and experience shooters are welcome provided you can safely handle your firearm. Brand new shooters may want to check out a Wednesday night steel event for a more relaxed introduction to the sport

  We shoot all of the standard divisions. All scores will be submitted to USPSA. Shooters with current USPSA membership will have all 8 stages count towards their classification.

   

  Where?

  BTSA range bays 1,2,3,4,5. Shooters may drop their gear at the top but please park down the road or in the lot as parking at the top is needed for match staff. The main road gate and BTSA gates will be opened at about 8:00 am

   

  When?

  Gates open 8am, setup 8:30, mandatory safety briefing 9, lunch break after 4 stages (~noon), tear down ~3:30pm  

  All shooters must be present for the safety briefing or they will not be allowed to shoot.

   

  Cost?

  BTSA members- $10 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Non-members- $20 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Juniors (under 18, member and non-member)- 1 gun free per match

   

  How to register?

  Registration is through Practiscore. Please search BTSA 8 stage steel and look for the correct date. Shooters need to be registered by 7pm on the Friday before the match so that we can confirm squadding and load the scoring tablets. All participants will need to help score/paint/time.

  
  

  Who to contact with questions?

  Please email steel@btsa.club

   

  Items to bring to the match

  • Water
  • Food
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Eye/ear protection (required to participate)
  • Lunch
  • Timer if you have one
  • Gun
  • 5+ mags: Please pre-load your magazines at home when possible so that we can begin on time.
  • Ammo: 195 rounds minimum for 8 stages for each gun. Experienced shooters should bring ~300. Novice shooters should bring 500.
  • Holster: belt holster for any Center fire handguns that fully covers the trigger. No thigh rigs are permitted. New shooters will start from low ready if they are not experienced in holster use.
  • Gun belt if drawing from a holster

   

  Match results 

  Match results will be posted to PractiScore, usually the same night. If you need your results anonymized, please contact the match director well in advance of the match.

   

  First time competitors/new to steel challenge 

  Please contact steel@btsa.club if you will be coming out for your first steel challenge. When you arrive, please leave all your gear in your vehicle and identify yourself to a match official/person in charge. We will place you on a squad with some experienced competitors to help get you started. We will likely need to split up groups of inexperienced shooters/competitors for both safety and efficiency but will try to keep families together where possible. Please note, when a family member is on the line, they are under the care of the range officer. Please do not distract them from following the RO’s instructions. If the RO is unfamiliar with the operation of your particular firearm, they will ask for assistance as needed. If a shooter would like coaching or advice while you are shooting, please let the RO know and they should be happy to oblige.

   

   

  A note regarding classifications

  Classifications are used to help competitors measure their success against shooter shooting with a similar ability and skill set. A D class production shooter and a Grand Master rimfire rifle open shooter can’t be equally compared. In order to earn a classification, you must be a current USPSA member and complete any 4 stages using one of the recognized equipment divisions. Most equipment will work with the exception of Center fire handguns from low ready.

   

  Rule book

  The official steel challenge rule book governs all of our matches please make sure to give it a read through so that you are familiar with the rules, commands, and equipment divisions.

  https://scsa.org/rules 

   

  Safety

  While no one wants to disqualify (DQ) a shooter, safety is our top priority. If you commit a serious safety infraction, as noted in the rules, you will be done shooting for the day. Any scores completed to that point will stand but you will not be able to continue shooting the match. It will be up to the match director’s discretion as to whether you may remain on the range. If you are permitted to remain to watch friends/family shoot, you may not handle any uncased firearms for the remainder of the day. Example of serious, DQ-able, violation include, but are not limited to, Ammo on the safe table, loaded firearms off the firing line, negligent discharge of a firearm, muzzle sweeping yourself or others, picking up a dropped gun, and dropping a loaded gun during a course of fire.

   

  
  

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• NRL22 Series Match September

  • When
    September 26, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Range 8

  Members & Non-members

  NRL22 - Canada is an affiliate of NRL22 USA.  5 stages with round, diamond-shaped, and square steel target sizes ranging from 1/4" - 6" plus various animal- shaped steel targets  placed randomly from 200 yds and closer.  2 bonus stages

  22lr rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle only and Air Rifle*.  

  For more information go to: nrl22canada.ca 
  

  Registration through PractiScore: 

  Inquiries: rimfirerifle@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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• Steel Challenge Match #2026-08

  • When
    October 03, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

  Weekend match description

  
  

  What?

  Our weekend 8-stage Steel challenge matches are an opportunity for BTSA club members and shooters from the broader community to compete use all 8 of the official stages. Novice and experience shooters are welcome provided you can safely handle your firearm. Brand new shooters may want to check out a Wednesday night steel event for a more relaxed introduction to the sport

  We shoot all of the standard divisions. All scores will be submitted to USPSA. Shooters with current USPSA membership will have all 8 stages count towards their classification.

   

  Where?

  BTSA range bays 1,2,3,4,5. Shooters may drop their gear at the top but please park down the road or in the lot as parking at the top is needed for match staff. The main road gate and BTSA gates will be opened at about 8:00 am

   

  When?

  Gates open 8am, setup 8:30, mandatory safety briefing 9, lunch break after 4 stages (~noon), tear down ~3:30pm  

  All shooters must be present for the safety briefing or they will not be allowed to shoot.

   

  Cost?

  BTSA members- $10 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Non-members- $20 per gun. Max 2 guns per session

  Juniors (under 18, member and non-member)- 1 gun free per match

   

  How to register?

  Registration is through Practiscore. Please search BTSA 8 stage steel and look for the correct date. Shooters need to be registered by 7pm on the Friday before the match so that we can confirm squadding and load the scoring tablets. All participants will need to help score/paint/time.

  
  

  Who to contact with questions?

  Please email steel@btsa.club

   

  Items to bring to the match

  • Water
  • Food
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Eye/ear protection (required to participate)
  • Lunch
  • Timer if you have one
  • Gun
  • 5+ mags: Please pre-load your magazines at home when possible so that we can begin on time.
  • Ammo: 195 rounds minimum for 8 stages for each gun. Experienced shooters should bring ~300. Novice shooters should bring 500.
  • Holster: belt holster for any Center fire handguns that fully covers the trigger. No thigh rigs are permitted. New shooters will start from low ready if they are not experienced in holster use.
  • Gun belt if drawing from a holster

   

  Match results 

  Match results will be posted to PractiScore, usually the same night. If you need your results anonymized, please contact the match director well in advance of the match.

   

  First time competitors/new to steel challenge 

  Please contact steel@btsa.club if you will be coming out for your first steel challenge. When you arrive, please leave all your gear in your vehicle and identify yourself to a match official/person in charge. We will place you on a squad with some experienced competitors to help get you started. We will likely need to split up groups of inexperienced shooters/competitors for both safety and efficiency but will try to keep families together where possible. Please note, when a family member is on the line, they are under the care of the range officer. Please do not distract them from following the RO’s instructions. If the RO is unfamiliar with the operation of your particular firearm, they will ask for assistance as needed. If a shooter would like coaching or advice while you are shooting, please let the RO know and they should be happy to oblige.

   

   

  A note regarding classifications

  Classifications are used to help competitors measure their success against shooter shooting with a similar ability and skill set. A D class production shooter and a Grand Master rimfire rifle open shooter can’t be equally compared. In order to earn a classification, you must be a current USPSA member and complete any 4 stages using one of the recognized equipment divisions. Most equipment will work with the exception of Center fire handguns from low ready.

   

  Rule book

  The official steel challenge rule book governs all of our matches please make sure to give it a read through so that you are familiar with the rules, commands, and equipment divisions.

  https://scsa.org/rules 

   

  Safety

  While no one wants to disqualify (DQ) a shooter, safety is our top priority. If you commit a serious safety infraction, as noted in the rules, you will be done shooting for the day. Any scores completed to that point will stand but you will not be able to continue shooting the match. It will be up to the match director’s discretion as to whether you may remain on the range. If you are permitted to remain to watch friends/family shoot, you may not handle any uncased firearms for the remainder of the day. Example of serious, DQ-able, violation include, but are not limited to, Ammo on the safe table, loaded firearms off the firing line, negligent discharge of a firearm, muzzle sweeping yourself or others, picking up a dropped gun, and dropping a loaded gun during a course of fire.

   

  
  

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• Action Shooting League - Halloween Match Oct 24 2026

  • When
    October 24, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Ranges: 1,2 & 6

  BTSA’s Action Shooting League (ASL)  gives shooters an opportunity to practice the fundamentals of competitive Action Shooting. (IPSC, USPSA, 3 GUN)

  On Thursday evenings and select weekends, participants practice shooting challenging and exciting courses of fire.

  Results are scored in PractiScore following rules and regulations based on our affiliate shooting disciplines.  This gives participants a taste of action shooting without the stress of an actual competition.

  The ASL is open to both BTSA members and the general public.

  Weather permitting, between early spring until late fall, we will shoot from 5:00pm until sunset using specialized action shooting props.

  For more information, join our Facebook group (BTSA Action Shooting League) or on PractiScore (Buffalo Target Shooters Association) 

  Please read the club rule book if attending a league shoot.

  Questions?   asl@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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• NRL22 Series Match October

  • When
    October 31, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Range 8

  Members & Non-members

  NRL22 - Canada is an affiliate of NRL22 USA.  5 stages with round, diamond-shaped, and square steel target sizes ranging from 1/4" - 6" plus various animal- shaped steel targets  placed randomly from 200 yds and closer.  2 bonus stages

  22lr rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle only and Air Rifle*.  

  For more information go to: nrl22canada.ca 
  

  Registration through PractiScore: 

  Inquiries: rimfirerifle@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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• NRL22 Series Match November

  • When
    November 28, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Range 8

  Members & Non-members

  NRL22 - Canada is an affiliate of NRL22 USA.  5 stages with round, diamond-shaped, and square steel target sizes ranging from 1/4" - 6" plus various animal- shaped steel targets  placed randomly from 200 yds and closer.  2 bonus stages

  22lr rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle only and Air Rifle*.  

  For more information go to: nrl22canada.ca 
  

  Registration through PractiScore: 

  Inquiries: rimfirerifle@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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• NRL22 Series Match December

  • When
    December 12, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    BTSA Range 8

  Members & Non-members

  NRL22 - Canada is an affiliate of NRL22 USA.  5 stages with round, diamond-shaped, and square steel target sizes ranging from 1/4" - 6" plus various animal- shaped steel targets  placed randomly from 200 yds and closer.  2 bonus stages

  22lr rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle only and Air Rifle*.  

  For more information go to: nrl22canada.ca 
  

  Registration through PractiScore: 

  Inquiries: rimfirerifle@btsa.club

  
  

  
  

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