Etiquette

this write up is posted on the AAFTA web site. i would like every shooter to read this please. we all can improve.  some clubs may call it a pure social event. it is a competition event first. socializing 2nd. there can be small talk during a match. this makes for a fun time. however, when your partner sits down, keep it clean. he may not say anything at the moment but after the match, he will justify why he missed so many. don't be the target for his excuses. if you are  good partner, chances are he will pay the same respect to you. :)

Etiquette
Author: Rodney Boyce (R.I.P., 2009)

A definition of Field Target is that it is a freestyle shooting sport that is a
viable alternative to the other existing disciplines such as Ten Meter,
Silhouette and Benchrest. However, the foundation the sport of Field
Target is based on is gentlemanly conduct and good sportsmanship
without which our shooting sport would become at the very best
unpleasant. It behooves us all to not be distractive while others are
shooting. Avoid walking behind and around a shooter trying to
concentrate on range finding and shooting. Save idle chatter to moments
when it does not disturb others. Admittedly, all this is pretty obvious stuff,
but I know that we have all been guilty of lapsing occasionally into a “nothink” state of being distractive.
If a shooter deliberately persists in trying to rattle a fellow competitor a
terrible potential burden is placed on the Match Director. Shoot Rule
No.9 states: "The penalty for deliberate infraction of the Shoot Rules,
unsafe practice, ungentlemanly conduct or any form of cheating is
disqualification." A protest invoking this rule would certainly be a loud
sour note for any match.
The protocol of Field Target requires us to be gentlemen and supportive
of each other. If a shooter makes a good shot, say so. It's music to our
ears even if it's a "gimme".
1. Be quiet while a shooter is in the process of shooting.
2. Be mindful of other shooters while moving from lane to lane so
as not to disturb a shooter in the process of shooting. Stop
movement until the shooter has released his/her shot.
3. Be careful while moving from lane to lane so as not to disturb
others equipment

thank you for reading
Ronnie Easton MD