2026 Ohio Cowboy Mounted Shooting Schedule and Season Guide

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March 24, 2026

2026 Ohio Cowboy Mounted Shooting Schedule and Season Guide

Cowboy Mounted Shooting is an incredibly dynamic sport with a highly structured competitive season. If you are a competitor like our very own Ohio defense attorney Sallynda Rothchild or just a fan wanting to watch the action, understanding how the season works and knowing the local schedule is important.

How the Season Works and Culminates

The Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association season is built on a strict points system. Competitors start by participating in local club events. As riders compete, they earn points based on their placement and their specific division levels.

These local shoots act as steppingstones. The points riders gain allows them to qualify for larger and higher stakes events. Some weekend events even offer "Double World Points" to help riders rank up faster. The season moves from local club shoots to State Championships, then to Regional Championships.

The entire year builds to the World Championship. This grand finale features the best riders from across the nation competing for big prize pools, custom saddles, belt buckles, and the of course, bragging rights!

2026 Ohio Cowboy Mounted Shooting Schedule

Ohio is home to several active clubs that we have mentioned before in past blog posts. These include the Northern Ohio Outlaws, the Mid Ohio Marauders, the 1st Ohio CMSA, the Ohio Double L, and the Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros.

Below is the official 2026 schedule for major events across the state. This list includes the dates, locations, and special point features for each shoot.

April 2026 Events

April 11: New Shooter Clinic hosted by the Northern Ohio Outlaws at Ruggles Arena. This is an invite for beginners to "learn the ropes".
April 18 to 19: Save Date Shoot hosted by the Mid Ohio Marauders at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London OH. This is a Double World Points Qualifier.
April 25 to 26: From Frost to Fire Shoot hosted by the Northern Ohio Outlaws at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Wooster OH. This is a World Points Qualifier.
April 25 to 26: Shootin Pork Butt and Porkys Revenge hosted by the 1st Ohio CMSA at the Preble County Fairgrounds in Eaton OH. This is a Double World Points Qualifier.

May 2026 Events

May 1 to 3: Vernal Brother Classic hosted by Ohio Double L at the Garwood Arena in Columbiana OH. This is a major three-day CMSA Classic event.
May 16 to 17: Save Date Shoot hosted by the Mid Ohio Marauders at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London OH. This is a Double World Points Qualifier.

June 2026 Events

June 6 to 7: Riders in the Sky Memorial Shoot hosted by the Northern Ohio Outlaws at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Wooster OH. This is a World Points Qualifier.
June 6 to 7: Gun Powder Bang and Livin the Dream hosted by the 1st Ohio CMSA at the Preble County Fairgrounds in Eaton OH. This is a Double World Points Qualifier.
June 20 to 21: Back in the Saddle Shoot hosted by the Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros up north at the Ashtabula County Fairgrounds in Jefferson OH. This is a World Points Qualifier.
June 20 to 21: Save Date Shoot hosted by the Mid Ohio Marauders at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London OH. This is a Double World Points Qualifier.

July 2026 Events

July 9: Cotton Candy and Balloon Poppin hosted by the 1st Ohio CMSA at Strickers Grove in Hamilton OH. This is a Double World Points Qualifier.
July 11 to 12: NOO 20th Anniversary Shoot hosted by the Northern Ohio Outlaws at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Wooster OH. This special anniversary event is a World Points Qualifier.
July 18 to 19: Cowboy Up Shoot hosted by the Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros at the Ashtabula County Fairgrounds in Jefferson OH. This is a World Points Qualifier.
July 31 to August 2: Erie Shore Border Brawl hosted by the Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros and Steel Town Gunslingers at the Ashtabula County Fairgrounds in Jefferson OH. This is a Double World Points Qualifier.

August 2026 Events

August 1 to 2: Marauders Ohio State Fair Shoot hosted by the Mid Ohio Marauders at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus OH. This is a Double World Points Qualifier.
August 8 to 9: The Ohio State Shoot hosted by the Northern Ohio Outlaws at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Wooster OH. This is a big event where competitors fight for State Championship titles. Always a great one to attend.
August 15 to 16: Dang Its Hot Shoot hosted by the 1st Ohio CMSA at the Preble County Fairgrounds in Eaton OH. This is a Double World Points Qualifier.
August 22 to 23: Save Date Shoot hosted by the Mid Ohio Marauders at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London OH. This is a Double World Points Qualifier.
August 29 to 30: Good Ride Cowboy Shoot hosted by the Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros at the Ashtabula County Fairgrounds in Jefferson OH. This is a World Points Qualifier.

September 2026 Events

September 26 to 27: End of the Trail Shoot hosted by the Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros at the Ashtabula County Fairgrounds in Jefferson OH. This is a World Points Qualifier.
September 26 to 27: Save Date Shoot hosted by the Mid Ohio Marauders at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London OH. This is a Double World Points Qualifier.

October 2026 Events

October 3 to 4: Fall Shoot hosted by the Northern Ohio Outlaws at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Wooster OH. This is a World Points Qualifier and one of the final local events of the year.
October 23 to 25: Marauders October Year End Shoot hosted by the Mid Ohio Marauders at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London OH. This is a three day Double World Points Qualifier.

Protect Your Rights on the Road

Traveling to these events means hauling horses, trailers, and firearms across the state almost every weekend. It is vital to understand the strict laws regarding firearm transport in Ohio. A simple mistake can lead to severe criminal charges.

If you find yourself facing weapons charges related to improper transport, consulting an experienced Columbus gun rights defense attorney can help protect your Second Amendment freedoms. Ensure you have the right legal representation before you hit the road for the next shootout.

Legal Disclaimer

The information provided in this article is for educational and informational purposes only. It strictly does not constitute legal advice. Ohio gun laws are highly complex and subject to change. They are applied differently depending on the specific facts of a situation. Reading this article or interacting with this content does not create an attorney client relationship. You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any content included in this article. You should always seek legal or other professional advice regarding the details of your specific case.