Alaska Territorial
June 25 – 28, 2026
Sponsored by:
Sponsor Club
McKinley Mountainmen ML Rifle Club & Alaska State ML Association
Contact
Stephen Anderson
907-315-0874
heyanderson@protone.me
Range Location
2450 Glenn Highway
Palmer, AK 99645
Available Aggregates
Download a PDF with details about aggregates.
A – Offhand
One flintlock or percussion rifle.
B – Hunter
One traditional flintlock or percussion rifle.
C – Longhunter
Any flintlock, percussion, or inline muzzleloader. Any projectile, ball, bullet or sabot.
D – One-Gun
One flintlock or percussion rifle. 14-lbs. limit max.
F – Cross-Sticks
One or more flintlock or percussion rifle. 14-lbs. limit max.
G – Light Bench
One or more flintlock or percussion rifle. 14-lbs. limit max.
H – Bench
One or more percussion or flintlock rifles.
I – Hunter Bench
Any Muzzleloader rifle, ball, bullet or sabot.
J – Pistol
One percussion, flintlock pistol, or revolver
K – Revolver
Any percussion, revolver (Never load more than 5 chambers & 1 cylinder at any time, Only cap on the line) 5+5=10
B-19 target is scored best 10 of 13
L – Pistol Hunter
One percussion, flintlock pistol, or revolver
M - Flintlock
One traditional flintlock rifle.
N - Tradegun
One traditional flintlock muzzleloader. No set trigger, .54 Caliber min. No rear sight above the plane of the barrel.
O - Sgt. Smoothbore
One flintlock or percussion Smooth rifle. Any Caliber, Fixed Open (Front/Rear) sights, may have a set trigger.
P - Musket
One NMLRA “as issue” Musket, See NMLRA Rule Book. Per National Matches Roundball or Minie Ball
Q - Cartridge
One or more Friendship rifle. 14-lbs. limit max. Any position: bench, prone, X-sticks, offhand…
Any sight, including up to period correct scopes.
R - Senior
One percussion or flintlock rifle. Over 60 years old at the time of registration.
S - Ladies Offhand
One or more flintlock or percussion rifles
T - Ladies Hunter
One or more flintlock or percussion rifle.
U - Ladies Rifle
One or more flintlock or percussion rifles
V - Ladies Bench
One or more percussion or flintlock rifles.
X - Sub-Junior
One or more percussion or flintlock rifles. Under 12 years old at the time of registration.
Y - Junior
One or more percussion or flintlock rifles. Under 16 years old at the time of registration.
Z - Intermediate
One percussion or flintlock rifles. Under 21 years old at the time of registration.
AA - Youth Hunter
Any Muzzleloader, ball, bullet or sabot. Under 21 years old at the time of registration.
The Heart of the South: Shooting the Alabama Territorial
The Alabama Territorial is more than just a competition; it is a pilgrimage to the historic Brierfield Ironworks Historical State Park. Nestled among the remnants of the Civil War-era iron furnaces, the range offers a backdrop that is as visually stunning as it is historically significant. For decades, shooters from across the Southeast have gathered here under the towering pines to test their skill with black powder and lead.
The atmosphere in Alabama is defined by a unique blend of Southern hospitality and serious marksmanship. While the firing line remains a place of quiet focus, the surrounding encampments are alive with the sounds of storytelling and the smell of woodsmoke. It is a place where a newcomer can walk up to a seasoned National Champion and receive a masterclass in flintlock maintenance or patch lubrication over a cup of coffee. This spirit of mentorship is the lifeblood of the Alabama community.
The match schedule is designed to challenge every discipline, from the steady hand required for the pistol aggregates to the patience needed for the heavy bench rifles. Whether you are competing in the Offhand matches or testing a traditional trade gun, the Brierfield range provides a fair and professional environment that honors the traditions of the NMLRA. The natural light filtering through the Alabama canopy provides a unique challenge for those used to open-field shooting, making a respectable score here a true badge of honor.
Ultimately, we shoot in Alabama because it feels like home. Between the competitive rounds, you’ll find families sharing meals and friends engaging in the good-natured ribbing that makes the Territorial program so special. We invite you to join us this May to experience the history, the heritage, and the unmatched camaraderie of the Alabama Territorial.
Gallery
See photos from out past events.