Gate #3 Info

In addition to our long-standing commitment to traditional shooting sports, we are incredibly excited about the strength of the action shooting movement. We are proud to be home to one of the premier Action Shooting Communities in the country.

To meet the growing demand, we have recently added three new competition bays turning our club into a world-class shooting center. We host several monthly practical shooting matches that are open to the public. Are you interested in 3 Gun, Tactical Shotgun, or USPSA? We have you covered. During any given month, from spring to fall, we host several matches covering all the disciplines. We host many Mn3GunGroup Events and all the events for Hawkeye Ignite and FLPSA. We have been home to several national competitions, including the Nordic Components Tactical Shotgun Match, the JP Vortex Tri-Gun, and are the host site to the Jeff Kirkwold Memorial 3 Gun Event, MN USPSA Sections match, and The 2023 Federal USPSA Multi-Gun National Championship Presented by Vortex Optics.

Gate 3

Gate #3 Activities

3-gun competitions are among the most exciting shooting sports to hit the stage in a long time. Essentially melding gun handling skills, accuracy, and speed into one package, 3-gun utilizes various skills with three firearms: rifle, pistol, and shotgun.

IDPA is the use of practical equipment, including full-charge service ammunition, to solve simulated “real world” self-defense scenarios using practical handguns and holsters suitable for self-defense. The main goal is to test the skill and ability of an individual.

The Steel Challenge is a speed shooting competition governed by the Steel Challenge Shooting Association (SCSA) that consists of eight standardized stages with steel targets ranging in size from 10″ (25 cm) round plates to 18×24″ (45×60 cm) square plates.

Like 3 Gun, Tactical Shotgun Matches are fast-paced, high-intensity action shooting events. Competitors load and shoot on the move through short-range games, field courses, and natural terrain, balancing speed and accuracy.

The United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) is the premier competitive shooting organization in the world. USPSA membership is your pass to compete in any USPSA or IPSC (International Practical Shooting Confederation) match anywhere in the world.

3D Archery is when archers shoot at a 3 Dimensional target (usually foam) that looks like an animal. These targets range in size to mimic different animals and are set up along an outdoor course that resembles a hiking trail. Archers shoot at the targets to simulate a real-life hunting experience.

Law enforcement and training groups can schedule private training events.

Gate #3 Events

Access to Gate #3 is available to members only. However, there are many private and public events held here that non members may participate in.  For all upcoming Forest Lake Sportsmen’s Club events please see our calendar located here.