Newbie here not just to this forum but to any forum. Have lurked this site many times, finally decided to join. First time for everything I suppose. I'm primarily a pistol enthusiast.
If you are ever interested in giving organized pistol competition a try, I run a USPSA club just north of Ft W (Harlan). It's a great way to try new/fun shooting challenges and make a lot of good friends.
Our matches are the 3rd Sunday, April-Oct, and we hold practice sessions on the 1st/3rd Thursdays which are a great way to familiarize yourself w/ the sport.
Look for match and practice announcements in the Shooting Sports area here.