WORLD BENCHREST SHOOTING CHAMPIONSHIPS

NELSON, NEW ZEALAND 2-12 November 2017

Entry Instructions:Attached Competitor Entry Form for each competitor to complete and calculate the fees payable.Attached Team Leader Form for Team Leader to complete making summary of fees and sending this in Bulk to the Organising Chairman.Attached Travel Advice Form for advice on travel arrival and departure (when information available).Attached Team Registration Form.Payment arrangements: Please ensure these are nett payments, bank fees are your responsibility. If any adjustments caused by fees are necessary you will be advised and we can settle these on arrival.Payments to:Bank Draft payable to NZ Deerstalkers Assn NelsonDirect Credit: NZ Deerstalkers Assn NelsonBank Account: Westpac, Richmond Branch New ZealandBank Account Number: 030751019111902 Swift Code WPACNZ2W

Powder available: We have been able to secure a supply of Vitavouri 133 and we should have sufficient for those who require it. However it is not easily available and we ask that you do not order excess needs.

The other powders on offer are Australian ADI powders in common use . AR2219 is the same as H322 but in a different container. Benchmark 1 is slightly faster than H322 and Benchmark 2 is slightly slower.

(Personally I use AR2219 with a load 29 – 29.2 Grains )

Team Travel documentPlease complete Travel Advice document with arrival and departure information into/from New Zealand. This will be used to advise NZ Police and Customs of your details so hopefully you admission into our country will go smoothly.

Rental Vehicles: All well known International Hire Companies are available at Nelson Airport etc. These can be found on the usual websites. However I have made contact with a cheaper option – RentaDent Nelson. I have had a look at their vehicles and they look pretty good to me. I appreciate the name of the company does not sound great but be assured they are not old bombs. In particular if you are interested in hiring a Mini Van (12 seater) they have a fleet of 14 near new Toyota Vans that look well looked after. There hire rates vary depending on days hired. $145NZ per Day for 7 days - $139.00 per day for 10 days including unlimited mileage and normal insurance. Alternatively, 8 seat vehicles (Toyota Estima, Hyundai Imax)are available at rates $80 – 95 per day – 10 days hire. They also have a range of good quality cars and the rates seem very competitive.They can be found on www.nelsonrentadent.co.nz – please advise you are with World Benchrest.

Organising Committee: Nelson Branch New Zealand Deerstalkers AssociationContact: Postal Graeme Smith 52 Marlborough Crescent, Richmond, Nelson, New Zealand +6435447138 lvhvbr@gmail.com www.nzdanelson.co.nz

Accommodation: I reiterate what I have previously advised. There are many and varied accommodation options available in Nelson. We have arranged discounted rates at the Quality Inn Motels which are within walking distance of the City Centre and no more than 10 minutes driving to the range. This venue has been fully refurbished / redecorated recently and is of excellent quality and have a very nice restaurant as well.We will be holding our WBC meeting at this venue.

I recommend that you have a look at the website www.qualityinnnelson.co.nz and please advise you are with World Benchrest to secure the pricing. They have a wide range of rooms and apartments available from single motel type units to 4 bedroom apartments. Rates vary depending on unit – as a guide single unit ( 2 beds) $NZ110 per day – 4 bedroom apartment $NZ295.00 per day. I would recommend you make contact as soon as you have some idea on requirement as Nelson is a popular tourist town.

Freight Reception: If you intend to pre-ship freight, I refer you my previous information supplied regarding Carnets.

Shipping address as followsWorld Benchrest Shooting Championshipsc/- G J Smith52 Marlborough CrescentRichmond, NelsonNEW ZEALAND Phone 035447138

Please ensure you advise me of what arrangements that have been made including and Tracking / shipment number.Please also advise what departure arrangements have been made.

Firearm Storage: This will be at the range for the duration of the Championship. There will be a lockable shipping container on site and we will receive rifles from Wednesday 1 November.

Ceremonies: Again note the official programme. In particular we will cease shooting on Day 1 following the Warm-up Group and hold the formal opening (as per Australia) There will be a small ceremony at the end of each days shooting to recognise the winners of the day.Meet and Greet function will be informal – venue to be advisedMedal Ceremony / Formal Dinner: – further details will be provided nearer to the event

Competition Rules:As we have not as yet received the updated rules being prepared by Mike Ratigan, the current Rule Book will be in operation. Bench Rotation will be in accordance with Rule 9.1.a ie Two Bench Rotation.

Relays: The number of entries will determine but at this time it is our intention to only run 4 relays with each Team being allocated 1 bench ie all of one team using the same bench.

Wind Flags: We will have all flags available in New Zealand with a few spares we have. The number of sets however is limited. For those who would like to share flags or do not have their own let us know and we will try and arrange benches to ensure we cope . Again if you are bringing your own, let me know so we can ensure we get good distribution on the range as possible.

Farley Type Bases: We have had a number of Bases made from 16mm steel and available at cost. Please ensure you let us know on the entry information if required. You just need to bring your own top and pins.

Organising Committee: Nelson Branch New Zealand Deerstalkers AssociationContact: Postal Graeme Smith 52 Marlborough Crescent, Richmond, Nelson, New Zealand +6435447138 lvhvbr@gmail.com www.nzdanelson.co.nz

Programme: see below for the published programme

Programme of events 2017

Wednesday 1-Nov Set up Range , Mow etcThursday 2-Nov Set up Range Marque etcFriday 3-Nov Free Practise 9am - 5pmSaturday 4-Nov Free Practise 9am - 5pmSunday 5-Nov Official Practise 9am - 5pm

Technical Meeting 3.30pmWBSF Delegates Meeting 7.30pm

Monday 6-Nov Official Practise 9am - 3pmFlag Set 3 pm - 5pm

Tuesday 7-Nov Light Varmint 100 8.30amOpening Ceremony 9.30am

Wednesday 8-NovHeavy Varmint 100 8.30amMeet and Greet Function 6.00pm

Thursday 9-Nov Light Varmint 200 8.30am

Friday 10-NovHeavy Varmint 200 8.30am

Saturday 11-Nov Heavy Varmint 10x5 8.30amAwards Ceremony 7.00pm

Sunday 12-Nov Range cleanup

Range Catering: We have limited facilities at the range however plans are in place to ensure adequate lunches, hot and cold drinks will be available .

Map of Nelson – Range location: see below.

Temporary Firearm License: As previously advised you need to obtain a Temporary License prior to your arrival in the country. Go to www.police.govt.nz – on the home page is a section “do it on line”Go to “Request a Visitors License” and follow the instructions.If anyone experiences any difficulty, please let me know and I will do what is necessary to assist.

Graeme Smith23.9.2017

Organising Committee: Nelson Branch New Zealand Deerstalkers AssociationContact: Postal Graeme Smith 52 Marlborough Crescent, Richmond, Nelson, New Zealand +6435447138 lvhvbr@gmail.com www.nzdanelson.co.nz

Organising Committee: Nelson Branch New Zealand Deerstalkers AssociationContact: Postal Graeme Smith 52 Marlborough Crescent, Richmond, Nelson, New Zealand +6435447138 lvhvbr@gmail.com www.nzdanelson.co.nz

Organising Committee: Nelson Branch New Zealand Deerstalkers AssociationContact: Postal Graeme Smith 52 Marlborough Crescent, Richmond, Nelson, New Zealand +6435447138 lvhvbr@gmail.com www.nzdanelson.co.nz