Garand Collectors Association

09/01/2026

We’re proud to see Fulton Armory supporting the ri**es used by these dedicated soldiers as they carry out one of our nation’s most solemn traditions.

08/25/2026

Hopefully everyone has recovered from the fun and excitement of Camp Perry and all the gear has finally been cleaned up and put away!

Now it’s time to see the interesting ri**es, rare finds, and other treasures that followed everyone home from the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) North Store.

Whether it was something you went looking for or a surprise you just couldn’t leave behind, we want to see it!

What did you find at Camp Perry this year? Share your finds in the comments! 👇

08/13/2026

The genius of John C. Garand’s design is as evident today as it was in the beginning. A score of 273-4X is a respectable demonstration of what the M1 Garand is still capable of in skilled hands. There is little doubt that score will be surpassed at the Talladega 600 with some tweaking and tuning by Fulton Armory and the skilled marksmanship of GCA Master Marksman and Distinguished R***eman Chance Cavin

08/12/2026

🏆 Congratulations to the GCA R***e Team, “M1 Garand Social Club”!

The team captured both the National Team Trophy and the National Infantry Trophy Team Match, unseating the longtime champions, “Franco’s M1 Commanders.”

An outstanding accomplishment and a great showing for the Garand Collectors Association and the M1 Garand at Camp Perry!

Want to read more about the GCA’s activities at the National Matches? Check out the Fall 2026 issue of the GCA Journal to learn more about the M1 Garand in competition and the people keeping its competitive legacy alive.

08/06/2026

The GCA is honored to partner with the Congressional Medal of Honor Society on this meaningful project. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to assist with the preservation and sharing of the inspiring story of Medal of Honor Recipient Hector A. Cafferata Jr. It is a privilege to play even a small part in ensuring that his courage, sacrifice, and legacy continue to inspire future generations.

Living History interview with Hector Cafferata, Medal of Honor Recipient for the Korean War.

07/31/2026

A true piece of history in action. Fulton Armory

07/28/2026

What’s better than shooting your M1 during Trophy Week at Camp Perry? Shooting your M1 in the Hearst Doubles Match with a partner!

Planning to shoot your M1 but don’t have a partner? Email: r***[email protected], and we’ll do our best to match you with another M1 shooter so you can compete in the Hearst Doubles Match.

07/24/2026

Come see the scoped GCA M1 Garand “service r***e” category * concept r***e while you are at Camp Perry. Our friends at Fulton Armory will be displaying it beginning on July 30 in their space located on Commercial Row. Come see it to give feedback or to get ideas for your own r***e.

Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) High-Power Competition Rules 2026 section 5.1.4

07/23/2026

We are just one week away from the start of the National John C. Garand Matches!
Don’t miss this opportunity to add to your Master Marksman Award points. There is still time to register—visit the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) website to sign up.
We would love to see your photos from Camp Perry, so be sure to tag the GCA in your posts.
What are you most looking forward to during this year’s National John C. Garand Matches?
Good luck to all the competitors!

07/09/2026

The GCA’s Master Marksman Award was created to recognize competitors excelling with M1 Garand r***e in National and CMP travel games As-Issued JCG matches. These matches are designed to be fun, challenging, and a tribute to the engineering genius of John C. Garand. Next event Camp Perry July 30 – August 2, 2026, for more information visit the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) or the CMP website.