F-Class Rules & Match Information

Rifle Classes

Our matches recognize three rifle classes:

F-Open (F-O):

• Any caliber up to 8mm

• Max weight: 10kg (including sights, bipod, or other attachments)

• Fired from a bipod or pedestal rest

F-Target Rifle (F-TR):

• Calibers: .223 Remington or .308 Winchester (or metric equivalents)

• Max weight: 8.25kg (including sights and bipod)

• Bipods only — no pedestal rests

Target Rifle (TR):

• Calibers: .223 or .308

• Max weight: 8.25kg (including sights)

• Open sights only (no scopes)

• No front or rear rests permitted

Match Instructions

• Rifles are not weighed.

• Squadded relays: 2–3 shooters, alternating shot-for-shot (Bisley style).

• Muzzle brakes not allowed.

• Scope levels, including electronic, are permitted.

• Electronic targets: bring a Wi-Fi enabled phone, tablet, or laptop.

  • No special app needed.

  • 3-second display delay.

  • Only last 2 shots visible.

  • MOA grid enabled.

  • Targets: ICFRA (meters)

Scoring:

• Scoring follows the NRA Classification system

Safety Rules:

• Rifles must remain open, magazines removed, and ECI inserted except during prep or live fire.

• Bolt may only be fully closed while aimed at target (horizontal loading rule).

• Never leave the line with a loaded rifle.

• Rifle must be cleared (ECI in, checked by scorekeeper & RO) before removal.

Timing:

• 45 seconds per shot.

• 3 shooters per mound → 15+2 match = 40 minutes.

• Each relay: 45 minutes total (3 min prep, 2 min target exposure, 40 min firing/clearance).

• No ammo may be loaded until commanded by RO.

• Early firing = disqualification.

• Blow-off period provided before matches (targets off).

Registration & Fees

• Sign up via our event calendar and pay your fee online.

Refund Policy:

• Cancel ≥3 days before → 100% refund.

• Match cancelled by AFRA → 100% refund.

• To cancel: open your event → “Already Registered” → “Cancel Registration.”

• You’ll receive instructions by email.

What to Bring

• PAL + visitor pass or member ID

• Rifle (zeroed, with DOPE settings)

• 70 rounds/day (+5 for blow-off if desired)

• Front & rear rest

• Shooting mat

• Wi-Fi enabled phone/tablet/laptop (no app required)

• Tablet shade (e.g., collapsible shopping bag)

• Ear protection (mandatory) & eye protection (recommended)

• Paper & pen

Camping at the Range

Overnight camping is permitted during matches.

• No charge — indicate "camping" on your registration form

• No fires

• Dry camping only (no grey water dumping facilities)

• Propane BBQs/smokers allowed (unless county ban)

• Alcohol permitted after 5pm; no drugs

• Bring your own water & food

• No electricity

• Tents & RVs allowed

• Bearproof bins, first aid kit, and washrooms available

Kananaskis Visitor Pass

While using the range, visitors and members are not required to purchase a Kananaskis Visitor Pass as long as they don not stop in the park along the way.