Strong turnout for Ram Buckle Shoot

The North Peace Rod & Gun Club welcomed shooters from around the region last weekend for the 2026 P.I.T.A. Ram Buckle Shoot.

Photo credits: Captured Moments Photography - By Kim Rose

According to the club, the event saw a great turnout, with competitors, volunteers and supporters coming together for a busy weekend on the trap line.

Like most successful community events, there was plenty happening behind the scenes. The club extended its thanks to the volunteers, scorekeepers, kitchen staff, trap helpers, sponsors and organizers who helped make the weekend possible.

One of the weekend's top honours went to Jesse Smith, who captured the Mike Nielsen Commemorative High Overall Buckle with an overall score of 551.

The club also recognized Vicki Nielsen and family for sponsoring the commemorative buckle, which organizers said meant a great deal to many of those who attended.

Beyond the scores, organizers said it was great to see familiar faces return to the club while also welcoming shooters from across the region.

With another successful shoot in the books, the North Peace Rod & Gun Club is already looking forward to next year.

Event Winners

Event 1

A Class – Jesse Smith (98)

B Class – Mathew Stockley (98)

C Class – Justin Ekkel (97)

Event 2

Short Yard – Lee Wizniuk (89)

Mid Yard – Don Ellis (87)

Long Yard – David Wallace (90)

Event 3

A Class – Kevin Hammel (92)

B Class – Kelly McQuarrie (94)

C Class – Kelly Kassian (91)

Event 4

A Class – Jesse Smith (93)

B Class – David Wallace (91)

C Class – Kelly Kassian (90)

Event 5

A Class – Kevin Hammel (96)

B Class – Chris Willson (95)

C Class – Walker Babuick (92)

Veteran – David Wallace (94)

Lady – Lynn Smith (93)

Event 6

Short Yard – Gage Marston (94)

Mid Yard – Tyler Mikkelson (87)

Long Yard – Jesse Smith (97)

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