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2016 Scout Sniper Instructor and Scout Sniper (FMF) of the Year

By Timothy Parkhurst | October 11, 2016

Update! The SSA Awardees have been announced. The USMC Scout Sniper Association is pleased to announce they will again be recognizing the 2016 Scout Sniper Instructor and Scout Sniper (FMF) of the Year at the 2017 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, NV on 18 January 2017. Below you’ll find the Nomination Announcements with the requirements…

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Notice of USMCSSA 2016 Board of Directors Election

By Timothy Parkhurst | March 3, 2016

The USMC Scout Sniper Association is holding an election for the 2016 Board of Directors. Per the Bylaws, some Directors will be elected by the Board itself, and some will be elected by the Members of the Association. If you are interested in being considered for service on the Board, the embedded Candidate Application below…

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Remembering Master Sgt. Eden Pearl

By Timothy Parkhurst | December 30, 2015

Remembering Master Sgt. Eden Pearl, USMC, the “Viking Warrior” MSgt. Eden Pearl, USMC, passed away on 20 December 2015 due to wounds sustained six years ago during an IED attack in Afghanistan. An article published in The Washington Post on 23 December 2015 describes his career, the impact he had on others, and the efforts…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MARINES!

By Timothy Parkhurst | November 10, 2015

Happy 240th Birthday to all Marines everywhere, Marine Scout Snipers everywhere, and the Members of this Association. We have enclosed the “2015 Marine Corps Birthday Message | The Legacy Within” for your viewing enjoyment. Semper Fidelis, The USMC Scout Sniper Association 10 November 2015

The Robinson Stage… Honoring Sgt. Joshua J. Robinson at the Sniper’s Hide Cup 2015

By Timothy Parkhurst | May 29, 2015

The Robinson Stage Competition shooters from around the world pride themselves in making difficult shots and beating the competition. They carefully range their targets and read wind direction and speed. At the end of the day, success is measured by analyzing overall standings and who receives the trophies and walks away from the prize table…

In Motion Targets host 2015 Steel Challenge for the SSA

By Timothy Parkhurst | May 20, 2015

In Motion Targets hosted the 2015 Steel Challenge on May 16-17 in Kettle Falls, Washington. Carl Taylor, a founding member of the USMC Scout Sniper Association and CEO of In Motion Targets, donated the proceeds of the competition to the SSA. Over 70 competitors spent the weekend shooting moving steel targets at distances ranging from 400 to…

Sniper’s Hide Announces The Robinson Stage at 2015 Hide Cup

By Timothy Parkhurst | May 9, 2015

Sniper’s Hide has announced that it will be conducting a special stage during the 2015 Hide Cup. The Robinson Stage will be dedicated to Marine Scout Sniper, Sergeant Joshua Robinson who was posthumously awarded the Bronze Star with Combat Distinguishing Device for heroic achievement in connection with combat operations against the enemy while serving as Assistant…

SSA Announces 10 Scholarships for family members of Snipers Killed In Action

By Timothy Parkhurst | May 9, 2015

The USMC Scout Sniper Association has announced the creation of 10 scholarships to benefit family members of Scout Snipers Killed In Action and Members of the Scout Sniper Community. All ten scholarships will be named after Scout Snipers who paid the ultimate price for our country and will help honor their legacy of Honor, Courage…

2015 – A new chapter for the USMC Scout Sniper Association and the way ahead.

By Timothy Parkhurst | May 9, 2015

The USMC Scout Sniper Association has begun an extensive overhaul of the organization in 2015. Some of the major milestones and goals are listed below! SSA hosts its Annual Meeting during SHOT Show on January 22, 2015 On Thursday, January 22, 2015, the SSA hosted its Annual Meeting at the Leatherneck Club in Las Vegas, Nevada. The…