WCGC Steel Challenge Fun Shoot – October 11, 2025
No registration required—simply show up and enjoy the shoot without the need to sign up or register in advance.
WCGC is thrilled to announce an exciting new event coming this fall—our very first Steel Challenge Fun Shoot, scheduled for Saturday, October 11, 2025 on the WCGC R/P 50 Yard Range.
The Steel Challenge is one of the fastest-growing shooting sports in the country, known for its speed, accuracy, and excitement. Competitors of all experience levels can participate, making this a perfect opportunity for both seasoned shooters and newcomers who want to try something new.
2. Registration & Payment
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- Payment at R/P Range Check-In. Members $30 – Non-Members $40 per person - Premium Members - Free
- Shooters must get a paid scorecard from Check-In to participate.
- No scorecard = no entry.
3. Event Day Schedule
11:00 AM – Optional Training Class
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- Intro to Steel Challenge basics (recommended for first-timers).
- Covers commands, scoring, and stage flow.
11:30 AM – Safety Briefing (Mandatory)
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- All shooters must attend before participating.
- Led by RSO at the 50-Yard Range.
11:45 PM – Event Start
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- Squads assigned to stages.
- RSOs run timers and monitor safety.
- Shooters complete all 3 stages.
4. What Participants Must Bring
- Pistol (no rifles, shotguns, or PCCs).
- Own ammunition (45 rounds minimum ~ 100 rounds recommended).
- Eye & ear protection (mandatory).
- Proper range attire (hat, sunscreen, water, etc.).
- Holster and mag carriers (optional but recommended).
5. Notes & Restrictions
- No food or lunch provided — bring snacks/water if needed.
- No loaner items available — shooters must have their own firearm, gear, and ammo.
- No exceptions for safety briefing — attendance required to shoot.
- Fun shoot format only — not a sanctioned match, emphasis on safety and enjoyment.
Steel Challenge is a speed shooting competition that involves shooting arrays of steel targets while timed. A local, Level 1 match may have as few as three stages and higher level matches may have up to eight stages. Each stage has five steel plate targets of various sizes set at different distances. There is a designated “stop plate” which must be shot last in sequence on the stage.
On the start signal, the competitor fires one shot on each of the targets. The competitor must hit each of the steel plate targets on the stage once during the string. The shooter finishes the string by hitting the designated stop plate. Each string is timed, so the faster a competitor can hit each of the steel plate targets on the stage, the better. The only penalty for missing a target is a time penalty. (+3 Seconds)
Winchester Canyon Gun Club operates environmentally responsible shooting ranges for its members and the general public, keeping firearm safety paramount. WCGC is a safe, inclusive and friendly place for responsible gun owners, friends and families to learn, practice and challenge your marksmanship skills. WCGC is a non-profit organization located near Santa Barbara, California.
Winchester Canyon Gun Club has provided a safe shooting environment since 1955.
