Aiming For Zero Falling Steel 2025: Spring Edition
Aiming For Zero Falling Steel 2025: Spring Edition
May 9–11, 2025
Pioneer Sportsmen Club
Dunbarton, NH
On the rainy, windswept weekend of May 9–11, 2025, dedicated competitors, volunteers, veterans, and supporters came together for the Aiming For Zero Falling Steel 2025: Spring Edition in Dunbarton, NH. Despite the damp and chilly weather, the turnout and enthusiasm from the community demonstrated a powerful commitment to our mission—to eliminate veteran suicide by fostering connection, compassion, and community.
This three-day competitive shooting event wasn’t just about scores and steel—it was a celebration of resilience, camaraderie, and shared purpose. We are deeply grateful to every person who showed up, geared up, and stood strong with us through the wind and rain.
Event Highlights
- Challenging Conditions, Unshakable Spirit: Even with persistent rain and muddy footing, competitors upheld the highest standards of safety and sportsmanship across six demanding stages. Each flight began with a mandatory safety brief, ensuring every participant stayed informed and ready. The weather never stood a chance against the determination of our community.
- Side Match & Prizes: Our side match, sponsored and staffed by GT Targets, brought out the competitive fire in attendees and offered exciting prizes for speedy sharpshooters. It was a chance to have fun, push limits, and support a great cause.
- Raffle & Community Gathering: The energy inside the registration area was electric as attendees browsed our incredible raffle tables. From firearms and tactical gear to gift certificates, the raffle generated generous support and some thrilled winners. Drawings were held Saturday and Sunday at 3 PM — with results posted immediately afterwa
Divisions & Competition
Competitors showcased their talents in a variety of divisions, including Open Auto, Limited Auto, Stock Auto, PCC, Open Revolver, and Stock Revolver. The competition was intense, but what shone even brighter was the mutual respect and encouragement shown between shooters.
Note: This was a lost brass match, and competitors supported the event by helping reset stages after each run—an example of how this community continues to show up for each other.
Fundraising & Impact
Funds Raised: We are proud to report that our combined efforts—through registration, donations, and raffles—generated meaningful funds that will directly support veteran-focused mental health services and peer support programs.
Where the Funds Go: All proceeds help expand Aiming For Zero’s outreach efforts, including suicide prevention programs, community events, and engagement efforts designed to ensure no veteran feels isolated or forgotten.
Our Staff & Volunteers: The Heart of the Event
We extend heartfelt thanks to the selfless staff who set up stages, ran squads, and kept the event running smoothly. Your efforts—especially considering the challenging weather—were the backbone of this match.
To anyone who braved the setup days in the cold and rain on May 7–8: we salute your resilience and thank you for being an integral part of this event’s success.
Sponsors & Acknowledgements
Special Thanks To:
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Ruger Firearms who continue to support our mission at the highest level.
- Our Local and National Sponsors who continue to support our mission with generosity and enthusiasm.
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Volunteers and Match Staff who gave their time and energy to make this event happen.
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Karl McKeever of GT Targets and Ramon Algarin of Harvard Steel Smashers for supplying the majority of the targets and stands for this event.
Event Impact
Living Our Mission:
At Aiming For Zero, we believe in the power of community, compassion, and unwavering commitment to action. This event was a shining example of that mission in motion.
Despite the weather, participants stood united in purpose—to raise awareness, build bonds, and honor those who served by creating a strong, visible support network for veterans and their families.
Photo & Video Gallery
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- Check out some of the highlights from the event. Want to see more? Click here to view the full gallery.
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You can still get involved
Couldn’t attend but want to support? You still can:
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Donate Now: Every dollar makes a difference in a veteran’s life.
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Volunteer for future events and make an impact on the ground.
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Spread the Word by following us on social media and sharing our mission.
Thank you to everyone who braved the weather and gave your time, energy, and support to this event. Together, we stood strong—proving that rain can’t dampen the fire in our mission. Let’s carry this momentum forward and continue supporting those who have served us—until every veteran knows they are never alone.
With gratitude,
The Aiming For Zero Team
