Quail Creek Air Gun Club and Shooting Range

Quail Creek Air Gun Club and Shooting Range Air Gun shooting range in Green Valley/Sahuarita Arizona. Air Rifle and Air Pistol. Beginners welcome. Air Gun shooting instruction available. Safety first.

Shoot for fun and/or organized competition. We shoot paper targets and steel silhouettes.

02/10/2026

Air Rifle Training with Patrick Shely

Patrick will be hosting a series of training classes for everyone interested in learning or improving their air rifle skills. Starting Thursday, February 12th, advanced air rifle training will be held every Thursday from 9:00 AM until noon.

Each Saturday, there will be two classes: advanced air rifle training from 9:00 AM until noon, followed by basic air rifle training from noon until 2:00 PM. The first basic air rifle training class will focus on equipment and posture.

Everyone is encouraged to attend, and those new to air rifle will benefit from observing the advanced classes.

01/24/2026

Hot Dog Shoot – January 17, 2026

The first Hot Dog Shoot of the 2026 Shooting Season was held on January 17th. The attendance was one of the best in the last couple of seasons, with fourteen, bundled up shooters lending a hand to set up canopies. With that completed, flags, practice targets and benches adorned with airguns of various makes, front and rear rests, air tanks and coffee cups were made ready for three events. The 25-meter paper target, 75 yd paper target and the spectator favorite, the Chicken Little Silhouettes. With coffee cups in hand the shooters descended upon the three boxes of cookies Patrick’s wife baked for the attendees. Standing around, visiting and trying to catch some of the rays of sunshine starting to peak over the Santa Ritas.

After a short round of practice, the 25m event started promptly at 9:00. The wind was brisk at times, but that didn’t prevent some fine scores from being posted. After two cards of 25m, the target stands were moved to 75 yds, for another two cards at that distance. The wind was supposed to go down, by the 75 yd competition time, I guess it missed that news. However, Terry Wiest posted a score on one card, that is one of the best I have witnessed, given the conditions. We finished ahead of schedule, and most of the Silhouettes were set up before lunch.

Our Chef Jim and his sous Chef Sandra, served a piping hot, Hot Dog lunch and we proceeded to the Chicken Little Silhouettes. The wind was still pretty dicey and the scores showed it, with only two shooters getting perfect scores of 32. To determine 1st and 2nd place. 4 chicken silhouettes are placed at 70 yds, each shooter is allowed 4 pellets, the clock is set at 2 minutes. Terry Wiest and Jack Mercer were in the shoot off, both knocked all four over. They were set up again, clock set at 1 minute, both knocked all four over again, They were set up again, clock set at 30 seconds, Terry knocked over the most, winning the Gold, giving him a clean sweep of Gold medals in his shooting class. Well-deserved Terry, it wasn’t a wind friendly day.

Some other notable scoring, on Saturday was by Jeff Miller, who has just returned for the winter and shot a couple of times in 7 months, won two Gold medals in his class, Bron, won 3 Gold in his class.

Through Patrick’s guidance the QCAGC is developing some excellent shooters. He’s at the Range, most Thursdays and Saturdays, but won’t be back for a few weeks. He’s getting a hip replaced next week, wish him the Best. I will be standing in for him for the time being.

Jack Mercer, President Emeritus

The Quail Creek Air Gun Club held its annual meeting on December 12 this year. The club members were welcomed by Rocco...
12/19/2025

The Quail Creek Air Gun Club held its annual meeting on December 12 this year. The club members were welcomed by Rocco Colicchia (President) with presentations made by Steve M. (Finance) and John Livingston (Director). Three board members were elected. Ted Zazeski was elected Vice-President replacing John Pabst, Carl H. was elected Director of Communications replacing John Livingston and Greg Garman was elected Secretary replacing Bill Tucker.

The next events made up the fun part of the meeting. The presentation of the Jack Mercer Top Gun trophy and the presentation of the Mike Schlesinger Member of the Year trophy. The Top Gun trophy was presented by Jack Mercer to Terry Wiest for earning an outstanding 68 points during the 2025 competition shooting season. Mike Schlesinger presented the Member of the Year trophy to John Livingston. Members of the Club voted for John for his many contributions to the success of the Club. Congratulations to Terry and John. There was also a raffle at the end of the meeting. Patrick S. donated $100, which Paul Lischeid won and a Riton scope donated by Chris Varas was won by Barry Cohen. Barry then donated the scope to be auctioned at the meeting. Eileen Sykora won the scope with a bid of $150.

For more information, please visit us on the web https://qcagc.com

12/19/2025

Recently, the Quail Creek Air Gun Club held its first Hunter Field Competition of this season. To get enough competitors the club waits for all the snowbirds to come and nest in the warmth of the southwest. Like other clubs we run matches in winter, generally the first Sat of the month.
What is Hunter Field Competition? We have graduated from the Red Rider BB guns that were common in most families. Instead of a BB most shooters use .177 caliber lead or eco friendly pellet. The pellet basically has the shape of the badminton shuttlecock. Soft pellets flatten and fall. Participants shoot in classes. There is a springer class (similar to the Red Ryder), and another class for shooters using compressed air. That class has subclasses due to what upgrades have been made to the air gun. As in all hobbies the upgrades can be never ending. Ie Why have a putter when you can afford a Scotty Camaron putter?
We are allowed to use maximum 16 power telescopic sights. The 10-meter targets have an ½ inch diameter bullseye that you have to hit to knock the target over. The 55-meter target has a 1 ½ inch bullseye that has to be hit to knock that target over. One shot, one knocked over target equals one point and our matches have a perfect score of 48. So you may ask, what is so hard about that? Like real hunting you find a rest, ours are a pair of crossed walking sticks and a bucket to set on. Quail Creek holds their matches at our range in the area near the Quonset huts.
To start the season we had seven competitors and medals were awarded to the 3 top scores: Ben Spencer; Gold, scored 46
Larry Ford; Silver, scored 44
Andrew Weichert; Bronze, scored 43
Jesse Avery; scored, 36
John Weichert; scored 36
Brom Greenwood; scored 30
Tom Jackson; scored 27
A very safe and enjoyable time was had by all. If this article has sparked an interest or if you may have questions come down to the range!

12/10/2025

The QCAGC Annual Membership Meeting is scheduled for December 11th from 3:30 to 5:30 PM in the Gold Room of the Madera Clubhouse. In order to spur attendance, we will have two raffle prizes. The first will be a donation from Patrick Shely for a prize of $100 cash. The second will be a Riton scope donated by Riton Optics in Tucson, by way of a new member Chris Varas. In addition to the scope, Chris has offered all members a 40% discount when purchasing scopes – the only requirement is that you show your QCAGC membership badge when purchasing. And the frosting on this cake is that every attendee will receive two raffle tickets at no charge. You MUST be present to win!

11/16/2025

Howdy shooters,
November’s pistol shoot will take place on Thursday, November 20 as follows:

8:00 A.M. Set up canopies. You are on your own if you wish to use a canopy.
Pistols are to remain in vehicles until the range master’s command to bring them forward to a bench.
8:15 A.M. Set up benches. Practice will begin when all benches are ready.
8:55 A.M. Safety meeting
9:00 A.M. Match begins. Late arrivals will not be able to shoot the first event.

Order of events:
Two cards (25 shots per card) at 10 meters(the first tile)
Two rounds of silos
One card at 25 yds using 75-yard rifle targets.

The first two events will count for Top Gun points. The last event is optional, but you paid to do it so you might as will shoot. Could be prizes if we have sufficient numbers.

December’s match will be held on 12/9. Only change will be the third event that has not yet been determined.

11/16/2025

The November 2025 Hot Dog Shoot conditions could have been worse------. It didn’t rain, but the wind was a different story. The direction was erratic; it was gusting from 8 to 13 mph pushing our 14 to 25 grain pellets in unexpected directions. Difficult to say the least.

With that said, Terry Wiest, shooting in Unlimited Class shot a perfect score of 250 on his first card in the 25-meter event. He went on to shoot the highest scores in the 75-yd and Chicken Little silhouette events for 3 Gold medals. Heartiest Congratulations to Terry for his outstanding performance.

In the Open Class competition, Jack Mercer was the high medalist, with a Gold in the Chicken Little, and Silver in the 25m and 75yd. Anita Teschek won Gold in the 25m, Silver in Chicken Little silhouettes and Bronze in the 75yd. Jim Graham in his first Hot Dog Shoot won Bronze medals in the 25m and Chicken Little. Good start Jim!! Ben Spencer, a guest from Phoenix won the Gold medal in the 75yd event.

Then there was the Springer Class, with two stalwarts, Bron Greenwood our outgoing Competition Committee Chair and Rocco Colicchia, QCAGC President, battling the wind. Bron was the medalist with Gold medals in the 25m and 60yd events, and Rocco with a Gold in the Chicken Little.

In spite of the tough conditions, I think everyone had a good time. The shooters taking advantage of Patrick Shely’s tutoring performed well. The hot dogs were great and cookies outstanding. Everyone pitched in to setup and take down the canopies and keep the event on schedule. Thanks to all shooters and volunteers for another successful Hot Dog Shoot!

Jack Mercer, President Emeritus

11/12/2025

Hot Dog Shoot! - Official Air Rifle Match - Saturday, Nov 15, 2025
There will be three matches:
(1) 75 Yard Air Rifle - Two Cards
(2) 25 Meter Air Rifle - Two Card
(2) Silhouettes - Two Rounds

Hot Dog lunch after 25 Meter Event

Cost $35.00

Setup begins at 8:00 AM
Safety Meeting at 8:50 AM*
Match starts 9:00 AM

* You must be present for the Safety Meeting to compete

10/21/2025

This Hot Dog Shoot was the fifth of the seven-event season. Bron Greenwood, the Competition Event Committee Chairman, ask me and Patrick to host the October shoot. We were a bit disappointed that only 7 were registered, however 6 shooters have been attending Patrick's weekly shooting matches and training sessions. 4 of these shooters had previous experience, shooting in HDS competitions, 2 had none. Patrick’s training included the range commands that are used at the HDS, so the two new shooters were fairly well prepared. All 6 of these shooters have shot scores, 240 and above in training and have knocked down all of the silhouettes without a miss. They didn’t all start out that way, but with persistence and Patrick’s training, they have proven they can compete with the best.

In fact, in the 25-meter competition, Anita Teschek not only shot her first perfect score of 250 in competition, but tied Irwin Segerman in the Open class, with an amazing 3 card score of 747 out of 750. Anita won the tie and the gold medal, with the most Xs. In my opinion, Irwin who drives all the way down from W of Phoenix to shoot with us, is the best air gun shooter in Arizona. He has been a great supporter of our club for many years and has taken home many trophies. I know he was just as happy to see Anita do so well as we were. Oh yes, what about our 2 new shooters. They both won Gold medals, Jim Graham with a perfect 32 in the Chicken Little, Open class and Will Medicott with a 25m score of 734 in the Unlimited class. Last Gold medal went to Terry Wiest, winner of the Unlimited class Chicken Little.

Without a doubt, this was one of the most memorable Hot Dog Shoots I have been a part of. It was not a calm day; the wind was erratic. Yet, Anita, Irwin and Terry all shot perfect 250’s. The 747 scores were the highest I have seen at a HDS, and I have seen them all! My sincerest congratulations to all the gold medal winners. You have made me very proud. You have had one of the best instructors, and mentors I have known in Patrick. His ability to bring out the best in shooters that have doubts about their shooting skill is amazing. Anyone in the club who isn’t taking advantage of what Patrick offers, and wants to become a much better shooter, is missing a great opportunity. He will be conducting training on Thursdays from now on. If you are willing to make the commitment to the proper equipment, the time requirement and most of all the desire to become the best you can be. Come and join Patrick and 6 or 7 shooters on Thursday.

10/18/2025

October 23rd Pistol Match

October 23rd is the first pistol match of the Fall season. The course of fire is as follows:

Event 1. Two 25 shot targets at 20 meters(the fourth tile) using 75-yard targets.
Event 2. Two 25 shot targets at 10 meters(the first tile) using 25-meter targets.
Event 3. Two rounds of silhouettes.

These events will score points for the Top Gun award. Registration and setup will begin at 7:30. Safety meeting starts at 8:00. Practice will begin no earlier than 8:15. The classes will be scoped pistols and red dot/open sight pistols.

Entry fee will be $20.00 dollars, including a hotdog with fixins’ and water. Hopefully we will have a large turnout and great weather.

2025 End of Year Competition Begins October 18thThere will be two matches:(1) 25 Meter Air Rifle - Three Cards(2) Silhou...
10/08/2025

2025 End of Year Competition Begins October 18th

There will be two matches:
(1) 25 Meter Air Rifle - Three Cards
(2) Silhouettes - Two Rounds

NEW! Partner Shoot - No points but winning partners receive $50.00 each

Hot Dog lunch after 25 Meter Event

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08/16/2025

Saturday morning practice session. Every Saturday @ 7:00AM. All are welcome.

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896 N. Campbell Avenue
Sahuarita, AZ
85614

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