Gates Open: 9:30 AM • Show Hours: 10:30 AM–2:00 PM
Spectator Admission: FREE
Show Vehicles: $20.00 per car
All proceeds benefit:
- Children’s Organ Transplant Hospital
- VFW support for homeless veterans
- Suicidal Awareness initiatives
In partnership with American Legion Post #113 and VFW Post #7857
Event Highlights:
- Food Vendors
- Trophies & Awards
- Local Vendors
- LIVE Music
- Community Fun
Let’s make this an unforgettable day of horsepower, heart, and hometown pride.
Marine Corps League – West Hudson Detachment Shooting Team
The Marine Corps League West Hudson Detachment Shooting Team proudly presents the 2026 Carlos Hathcock Match, a 300-yard precision rifle competition at Cherry Ridge Range.
Event Details
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Match Name: Carlos Hathcock Match
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Date: October 18, 2026
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Time: 0830 hours squadding | 0900 hours firing
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Location: Cherry Ridge Range – 300 Yard Range
100 Range Rd, Highland Lakes, NJ -
Cost: $35.00
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RSVP: ategge@hotmail.com
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Everyone who RSVPs will receive a 2025 Participant Patch
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Who May Compete
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All Marines
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Marine Corps League members
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Invited guests
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Members of the Cherry Ridge Range and their guests
Match Format
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Type: Precision Rifle
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Distance: 300 yards
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Target: Speedwell Press TQ-20 (14” x 20” with 2½” x 4” bull)
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Rounds: 20 rounds for record, plus sighters
Equipment Rules
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Firearms: Any rifle legal in the State of New Jersey (bench rest rifles not permitted)
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Sights/Support: Any sights allowed. Bipods and non-commercial rests permitted.
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Ammunition: No incendiary, tracer, or armor-piercing rounds allowed
Course of Fire
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5 minutes for sighters (coaching allowed)
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20 minutes to fire 20 rounds for record (no coaching allowed)
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No radio communication between line and pits
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No butt rests
Scoring
All scoring will be conducted in the pits, with each round individually scored:
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Head (marked area): 10 points + 1 bonus point (11 total)
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Chest (marked area): 10 points
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Grey area: 9 points
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Outside black area: 8 points
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Outside black: Miss
Awards
Lewis System Awards:
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Individual Marine: 1st & 2nd place in Class A, B & C
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Individual Civilian: 1st & 2nd place in Class A, B & C
Important Requirement
All shooters are required to perform butt duty. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.
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Celebrating the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps & the 25th Birthday of America’s 25th USA
Join us for an unforgettable evening of tradition, honor, and celebration as we commemorate the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps and the 250th Birthday of America. This formal event features a full ceremony, dinner, dancing, and a night dedicated to supporting Toys for Tots.
Attire: Black Tie or Dress Uniform (optional) Guests are welcome.
Evening Highlights
- Formal Birthday Ceremony & Cake Cutting
- Guest of Honor
- Four‑Hour Open Bar
- Cocktail Hour with Hors d’Oeuvres
- Full Dinner Service
- Dancing and Entertainment
Dinner Menu
Salad:
- Caesar Salad
Pasta Course
Entrée Selections (choose one):
- Pan‑Roasted Salmon with Champagne Butter Cream Sauce, Wild Rice Pilaf & Vegetables
- Roast Prime Rib of Beef with Roasted Potatoes & Vegetables
- French Chicken Breast stuffed with Boursin Cheese, Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Vegetables
Beverages: Coffee, Tea, Soda, Dessert
Reservations
Standard Reservation: $140 per person Early Bird Rate: $120 if paid by August 31, 2026
RSVP Deadline: October 10, 2026 Contact: Janet Misak — 732‑738‑4694
Reserve online: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/central-nj-toys-for-tots/central-nj-toys-for-tots-251th-marine-corps-birthday-ball
Program Book Ads & Table Sponsorships
Ads and sponsorships are currently being accepted.
Payment by Check
Make checks payable to: Marine Corps Birthday Ball Fund c/o 55 Gordon Avenue Fords, NJ 08863