Typically the overall match is divided up into three submatches. Each of the submatches may be shot on a different course which provides the shooter with a lot of variety. In most bigger matches, the three submatches are shot over the course of a weekend. The first match would be shot on Saturday morning, the second match on Saturday afternoon, and the third match on Sunday morning. The awards can then be handed out after lunch and everyone can head on home.
Every match is proceeded by a sight-in and practice time.
During this time, shooters can verify the zero of their gun and get warmed up for the match. The practice time is usually held in an open range area. Most clubs have practice targets set up for the shooters. These targets are typically set up at least every 5 yards from 10 to 50 yards. At local club matches the practice time is usually a hour or two prior to match time.