When I was still exploring the possibility of shooting at 1000 yards, I attended the nationals at Iowa as a spectator. After I went home I ordered a rifle and joined the Iowa club. Although the rifle never made it in time for me to compete there, I attended the matches to observe and learn. What impressed and motivated me was the comeraderie, openess towards a newbie, and good old fashioned Midwestern friendliness. Best of luck to everyone and hope to see you on the line somewhere.