Cowboy Action

Introduction:

Cowboy Action Shooting is a multi-faceted shooting sport in which contestants compete with firearms typical of those used in the taming of the Old West; single action revolvers, pistol caliber lever action rifles, and old time shotguns. The shooting competition is staged in a unique, characterized, "Old West" style. It is a timed sport in which shooters compete for prestige on a course of different shooting stages. Shooters are assigned to a posse with a posse leader who explains the scenario and describes the Course of Fire. Each shooter in turn then shoots his/her pistol, rifle, and shotgun according to the Course of Fire hoping to hit all the targets as quickly as possible with no penalties. All shooters are members of the Single Action Shooting Society (SASS) and an NRA sanctioned Club. All SASS rules apply.

One of the unique aspects of SASS approved Cowboy Action Shooting™ is the requirement placed on costuming. Each participant is required to adopt a shooting alias appropriate to a character or profession of the late 19th century, a Hollywood western star, or an appropriate character from fiction. Their costume is then developed accordingly. More comprehensive information is available at http://www.sassnet.com/About-What-is-SASS-001A.php.

Our President is Duane Van Arkel, aka Dirty Dutch. The Treasurer is Vicki Compton aka Saddlebag Vic, and Match Director is Bub Compton aka Dusty Drifter. The scorekeeper is Holly Seidel, aka Jewels Cartwright.

Facilities:

TCSA accommodates Cowboy Action Shooting with cleverly constructed scenarios in the Pistol Pits.

Equipment:

Cowboy Action competitors shoot period-correct (pre-1899) guns (either originals or replicas). Examples: Single Action Revolvers, Lever Action Rifles, side-by Side Double Barrel Shotguns and Pre-1899 Pump or Lever Action Shotguns.

Instruction:

The group has a large number of cowboys/cowgirls who are willing to help with rules, regulations and encouragement.

Schedule:

Monthly shoot occurs on the 1st Saturday of the month; April through November, weather permitting. There may be some variations from this guideline, so please check TCSA's Calendar each month. If a match is canceled due to inclement weather, a cancellation notice will appear on the TSCA website homepage.

Registration for a match is 8:30 to 9:30 AM and shooting and after a salute to our Nation and a safety briefing, shooting commences at 10:00 AM. Participants will shoot five (5) stages.

Fee:

The fee is $10.00 for Tioga County Cowboy members and $12.00 for non-members. A home-cooked meal is provided on regular shoot days and the fee for lunch is $7.00.

Out of state shooters:

Click here to download a copy of the CAS 2024 NRA sanction form that is required by New York State Penal Law 265.20(13) to show proof of attendance of organized shooting competitions. (Letter coming soon)

For the Shootout sanction form, see below.

Scores:

2024 Cowboy Scores
APRIL	MAY	JUNE	JULY	AUGUST	SEPTEMBER
Cancelled	To be posted	To be posted	To be posted	To be posted	To be posted
Cancelled	To be posted	To be posted	To be posted	To be posted	To be posted
Cancelled	To be posted	To be posted	To be posted	To be posted	To be posted

Dates: August 23-25, 2024
2024 Shootout Application
NRA Sanction Letter for out-of-state shooters click here
For more information contact: Jewels Cartwright 607-222-4228 rhstyjewels@gmail.com
Location: TCSA, 1141 Carmichael Road, Owego, NY 13827
Who's Coming: TBD
Venue: All SASS rules apply and all categories will be honored.
Attire: Each participant is required to dress in SASS-appropriate attire during all events.
Ammo: 130 rounds of pistol ammo (lead), 130 rounds of rifle ammo (lead), and 50+ shotgun rounds
Dry camping and vendor space are available. Please let us know if you desire either. Lodging is also available at local hotels. See the list below.
Saturday's catered dinner and lunches are included in the entry fee. Breakfast will be available for an additional fee.

Shootout on the Susquehanna - RO II Class

TBD

Local Hotels:

OWEGO:

Quality Inns and Suites, 1100 State Route 17C, 607-687-4500
Best Western, 20 Hickory Park Road, 866-238-4218
Hampton Inn, 1030 State Route 17C, 607-687-4600
Pumpelly House, 44 Front Street, 607-687-0510

APALACHIN:

Comfort Inn, 7662 State Rt. 434, Reservations 833-441-1119