1) All firearms will be muzzle loading black powder firearms with open sights and
using a patched round ball. The sights will be notched rear with a blade front sight.
(no scopes)
2) All firearms will be checked for safety and half cock operation. All loading of
firearms will be from the shooting bag. Sped loaders aren't acceptable but paper
cartridges may be used. Loading blocks are acceptable but due to safety concerns
no direct loading of firearms from horns, flasks, or cans will be permitted. No loaded
or primed firearms except at shooting stations.
3) Any Type of snowshoes or bindings are permitted. A limited numbered of snow-
shoes will be available as loaners.
4) Primitive accouterments and attire are not mandatory but being totally primitive
will result in one minute being deducted from an individuals overall time.
5) Each of the regular targets hit will result in three minutes being deducted from the
overall time.
6) Primitive campsites will be available free of charge on site.
13TH ANNUAL SHANDAKEN PRIMITIVE BIATHLON JANUARY 17, 2010
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