Stories

When ACME Rifles partners with the Veteran’s Family Brigade and the U.S. Marine Corps Shooting Team, you know something historic is about to happen. On September 20-21, 2025, more than 40 youth shooters gathered at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Weapons Training Battalion (WTBN) for a two-day event that combined mentorship, competition, and the tradition of Marine marksmanship. This wasn’t just a clinic. It was a movement. Day One: Learning from the Best From the moment participants st …

Julia Watson-Carlson: From Trailblazer to Mentor in Youth Marksmanship At ACME Rifles, we are honored to support remarkable marksmen who not only achieve greatness on the firing line but also dedicate themselves to mentoring the next generation. Few embody that spirit better than Julia Watson-Carlson—Marine veteran, national champion, and driving force behind the Veterans Family Brigade (VFB) junior marksmanship clinics. A Legacy of Breaking Barriers Julia’s journey into competitive …

ACME Machine, alongside the Veteran’s Family Brigade & CMP, proudly hosted the Junior High Power Rifle Clinic in Van Meter, Iowa — empowering over 20 youth shooters with world-class coaching, custom-built AM-15 rifles, Hi-Lux Optics, & Black Hills Ammunition. From perfect scores to breakout debuts, these juniors proved that the next generation is disciplined, confident, and unstoppable. A True Community Effort This event was made possible thanks to the incredible generosi …