Cowboy Action
Cowboy Action Shooting is a Rifle, Pistol, and Shotgun Match with an Old West Theme. Competitors are challenged by varying Stationary and Reactive Targets, or Stages, requiring various Combinations of firearms.
The firearms are late 19th Century style commonly used in the American West, and you are Classed by your age and shooting style. In between pulling your six guns you may also be called upon to pull teeth, throw dynamite or break out of jail during a stage.
The variety in which you can present the Stages of a Match keep this sport fresh.
There are various Side Matches that can include Long Range Rifle, Pocket Pistol, Derringer and Non-Shooting Events such as Costume as well.
Desert Marksmen is affiliated with the Single Action Shooting Society (SASS) and SASS RULES apply.
The Cowboy Action Shooting Group is Registered as the Membership in SASS in NOT a Requirement BUT there is a Minimum Type of Firearms that are required to compete.
Knowledge of SASS Rules and an understanding of Spirit of the Game is helpful in competing with other Match Members.
Come and Join or Watch one of the fastest growing shooting sports in the world,
Cowboy Action!