“A free people ought not only to be armed, but disciplined…”
– George Washington, First Annual Address, to Congress, Jan. 8, 1790
Fun for all ages!
Formed in the mid-1970’s, Asheville Practical Shooting Association (APSA) was the first club in North Carolina to become a USPSA affiliated club. From there, we’ve grown to offer many opportunities for enthusiasts to shoot. Click on one of the links below to learn more about our:
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Monthly Practical Shooting Matches
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Quarterly 3-Gun Competitions
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Women’s Basic Handgun Training (W.A.Y.S.)
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IPSC/IDPA Funshoots every Thursday evening

Club News

Bear Arms Fun Shoot Update
Bear Arms will be back to its traditional schedule after the July 4th holiday. Thursday Fun Shoots at Bear Arms will resume on Thursday, July 9. The range is undergoing some updates which are expected to be complete prior to that date. We will keep you advised. Be safe!
Also, on Thursday evenings there are USPSA style pistol matches at the Mountain Range (https://www.mountainrangewnc.com/) , at 17 Palmer Road, Waynesville, NC 28786. Matches start at 5:30 pm.
You will find a great group of shooters at either location

APSA Match for 2/10/28 POSTPONED; FUNDRAISER NEWS
Good Evening everyone: Talked to Chris and Ken Deyton. Weather for Saturday and Sunday looks like 1+” of rain. So,…

MATCH CANCELLED for Saturday 1/13/18 🙁
Good Morning All: OK, I talked to Eric Lawhern yesterday afternoon. Said it was very wet in Burnsville. Certainly did…
CANCELLED: Tuesday Funshoot tonight
Everyone: Just received a call from Chris Britt. Justin at Bear Arms has had a Family emergency and will be…