Aim for a Cause: Second Chance K9 Benefit Shoot 2026

Hosted and Led by Snelling Walters Insurance Agency

Date: Friday, October 16, 2026 7:30AM EST - 4:00PM EST

Location: Pickens County Sportsman's Club (PCSC) – Talking Rock, GA

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST

Join Second Chance K9 Service Dogs for an action-packed day at the range! Whether you are a first-time shooter or a seasoned competitor, shooters of all abilities are welcome to test their skills for a great cause. This benefit event raises crucial funds to rescue, train, and pair life-saving service dogs with veterans facing PTSD.

Lock in your target, support our nation's heroes, and enjoy a day filled with great food, friendly competition, and top-tier community camaraderie.

🎟️ What Your Ticket Includes:

Full Access to the Match: Participation in multiple custom-designed shooting stages.
Everything You Need: Ammo is included in your ticket price, and loaner pistols are available for use at no extra charge.
Catered Meals: Full breakfast and lunch provided on-site.
Exclusive Experiences: Entry to the pistol test-drive bay.
Awards & Raffles: Eligibility for top-shooter prizes and high-end raffle drawings.
Impact: A direct contribution to providing service dogs to veterans in need.

📋 Event Schedule (Friday, October 16 - All Times EST)

7:30 AM – Gates Open & Staff Welcome
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM – Breakfast & Social Hour
8:15 AM – 8:45 AM – Mandatory Welcome & Safety Briefing (All shooters must attend)
9:00 AM – First Shots (Morning Stages Begin)
12:30 PM – Catered Lunch for All Participants
1:30 PM – Afternoon Stages Begin
3:00 PM – Move to the Clubhouse
3:15 PM – Keynote from Travis, Raffle Drawings, & Awards Ceremony
4:00 PM – Event Conclusion

🎯 The Stages & Activations

Green Beret Course: Test your defensive shooting skills on a dynamic pistol course run by Green Berets.
Competition Shooter Course: Push your speed and accuracy on a second custom pistol course run by Competition Shooters.
Test Drive Station: Try out multiple premium pistols under the supervision of professional Instructors and Safety Officers.
Head to Head Course: Race against the clock! Clock one of the top 4 fastest times on the steel plate rack to win an exclusive prize.

⚠️ Critical Event Requirements

Legal Attestation: By registering for this event, you attest that you are legally permitted to possess firearms under all applicable state and federal laws.
Important Registration Rule: All digital liability waivers must be signed, and ticket payments must be finalized ahead of the event. Registration strictly closes on October 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST so that match squads can be finalized in the scoring tablets. No walk-ons will be permitted on match day.
Digital Waiver Link: Sign Your Required Waiver Here
Range Rules & Location Details: Pickens County Sportsman's Club Website
Lodging & Accommodations: For out-of-town guests, the closest town with full hotel accommodations is Jasper, GA.

Sponsors

Platinum: Southern First Bank
Gold: Blue Sky Law & NGI Trenchless
Silver: Verity Financial Consulting & ASC Group

About the Host Organization

Second Chance K9 Service Dogs is fiercely dedicated to helping veterans improve their quality of life. We rescue high-intelligence working breeds (like German Shepherds and Malinois) and train them to become dedicated, life-saving service dogs for veterans battling PTSD. Our group of Safety Officers and Instructors come from the ranks of the military’s most elite fighting units as well as competitive shooters so participants of all levels of experience and ability are welcome. Your ticket purchase directly funds the rescue, medical care, housing, and rigorous training required to give these dogs and our veterans a second chance at life.

Get your tickets today and help us change veteran lives, one team at a time!