News and Notes
BY ASHLEY BRUGNONE CMP WRITER
Civilian Marksmanship Program Honors Gary Anderson
On July 7, 2014, the Civil-
ian Marksmanship Program (CMP) celebrated a monu- mental marker in its history with the dedication of the new Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center, located within Camp Perry in Port Clinton, Ohio. Around 450 guests toured the center throughout the day to see the state-of-the-art elec- tronic air gun range, modern architecture and design, as well as display cases that feature authentic memora- bilia from the many accom- plishments of the center’s namesake, Gary Anderson. “Considering what people
usually have to do to get their names on buildings like this, I’m very honored,” Anderson, who personally attended the event, joked. His overwhelming marks- manship career began as a member of the elite U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Fort Benning, GA, in 1959. He went on to produce two Olympic gold medals, seven World Championships, six World Records and 16 Na- tional Championships. In 2012, he was awarded the International Olympic Com- mittee’s (IOC) Olympic Or- der. The Order is the highest award given by the IOC and is awarded to individuals for distinguished contributions to the Olympic Movement. Anderson has also been an extremely signifi cant part
of the history of the CMP, serving as Director of Civil- ian Marksmanship, Emeri- tus. Under
his guidance,
the CMP installed eleven new events to the National Matches, helping to expand opportunities for eager young competitors. Through his teachings and encour- agement, he continues to be an infl uential fi gure for com- petitive shooting. “Having my name on this
center is really a humbling experience. A lot of people have contributed to making this center work. It’s more than just me,” he said. “To build the sport, you have to have a place with leader- ship and programs. Now we have this major center, and the CMP has a great set of programs, so we really have a great foundation for build- ing a bigger future for the sport.” Surrounded by his rela-
tives who attended the cer- emony, including his son, daughter and sister, Ander- son briefl y addressed the crowd before walking up be- hind the blue ribbon draped across the fi rst set of pillars of the building’s entryway. Helping Anderson cut the
The Anderson Family shoots at the range during the dedi- cation ceremony.
Photo provided by CMP
ceremonial ribbon was Ian Foos and Brooke Nofzinger, two active junior marksmen from the Port Clinton area, and Max and Annalise Geor- gi, his grandchildren. The juniors held the scis-
sors in place upon the ribbon and posed for photos before receiving the command from Anderson to snip away. As the two halves of the ribbon fell to the ground, the crowd clapped, and the Gary An- derson CMP Competition Center offi cially opened to the public. All in attendance were
invited into the large recep- tion area of the complex to witness a special unveiling of the Dedication Target, created by artist Jerry An- tolik of Hudson, WY. Antolik has prepared many pieces of art for the CMP, including the impressive wall mural on the south wall of the 10-me- ter air range. The Dedication Target de- picts symbols of Anderson’s
marksmanship career and will be on permanent display in the reception area of the new center. Mainly a Europe- an practice, commemorative targets have been a shooting tradition for centuries – of- ten depicting special events or community members. In the past, marksmen took actual shots at the targets, but the tradition has transi- tioned into only decorative paintings.
Besides honoring the great accomplishments of Gary Anderson, the com- memorative piece is meant to set the tone for all who enter – inspiring competi- tors to work towards their obtainable dreams.
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