North Side Sportsmen's Association

Recognizing Fish Fry Volunteers and the Conclusion of Lent

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There is something special about the way a community comes together over a shared meal. Over the past several weeks, NSSA has been buzzing with activity during our Friday Fish Fries. As we wrap up this season, we want to take a moment to look back and thank the people who made every single one of those Fridays a success.

​The Backbone of the Kitchen: Carrie Franklin

​Behind every great operation is a leader who keeps the gears turning, and for our kitchen, that person is Carrie Franklin. As our Kitchen Chairwoman, Carrie has been the true backbone of this entire campaign. From the first Friday to the last, her tireless planning, organization, and dedication ensured that hundreds of meals were served with quality and care.

​Carrie, thank you for your leadership and for the countless hours you spent making sure our kitchen ran like a well-oiled machine. We simply couldn’t have done it without you.

​To Our Volunteers: Our Greatest Asset

​To everyone who stepped up week after week—manning the fryers, prepping the sides, and serving our guests with a smile—thank you. A recurring event like this is a marathon, not a sprint. Your consistency and willingness to show up and work hard created a warm, welcoming environment for everyone who walked through our doors. It’s the heart of our volunteers that truly defines the spirit of NSSA.

​Welcome to Our Neighbors

​To the members of the community who joined us over these past several Fridays: it was a pleasure to have you. We hope you enjoyed the food and got a feel for what our club is all about. At NSSA, we take great pride in being a welcoming space for our neighbors. Whether you’re interested in conservation, shooting sports, or just finding a great place to connect with others, our doors are always open to you.

​A Season of Fellowship

​As we moved through these weeks together, culminating in our final gathering on Good Friday, it has been a wonderful season of fellowship and service. As we now transition into Easter, we wish you all a weekend of peace, renewal, and joy. We hope the spirit of community we shared over these meals carries forward into your holiday celebrations.

​Thank you again to Carrie, our volunteers, and our community for making this season one to remember. We look forward to seeing you at the club again very soon!

Aiming High: Celebrating Our Veterans

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Our recent air rifle competition, organized by the Keystone Paralyzed Veterans of America (KPVA), was more than just a display of talent—it was a powerful example of inner strength and perseverance. We are proud to honor the incredible individuals and partners who made this day a resounding success.

To Our Competitors:

The True Meaning of Grit – To the veterans who took their marks at the firing line: thank you for inspiring us. Watching the focus in your eyes and the steadiness of your aim was a profound reminder of what it means to overcome.We recognize that the path that led you here is marked by your service to our country. Whether through the rigors of duty or accidents sustained while serving, the challenges you face today—are met with a quiet, unshakable resolve.The moment the competition began, those physical realities were secondary to the sheer determination on display. Using specialized gear and adaptive techniques, you showed us that there is no obstacle too great for a person fueled by purpose. Each shot fired was a testament to your resilience; you proved that marksmanship is defined by the spirit of the shooter, not their physical circumstances.

A Special Thanks to Our Partners & Volunteers

​This event flourished thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and the hands-on help from our community partners.

  • ​The NSSA Family: As the North Side Sportsmen’s Association, we are proud to have not only sponsored this event but to have had our members on the ground facilitating throughout the weekend. It is an honor for us to provide the space and the expertise to support these athletes.
  • ​Altamira: A huge thank you to Altamira for their vital sponsorship. Your commitment to our veterans ensures we can continue to host these essential programs.
  • ​The Next Generation: A special shout-out to the Perry Traditional Academy ROTC. Your energy, and assistance throughout the day were invaluable to the athletes and organizers alike.
  • Logistics & Support: We also want to extend our deep gratitude to the support staff who assisted our athletes on the floor and the dedicated drivers whose hard work with transportation ensured every competitor could get to the range safely and on time.

Fueling the Day: The Kitchen Staff

​We all know that no competition is complete without great food, and our kitchen staff absolutely knocked it out of the park! They kept us going from start to finish with a fantastic spread:

  • ​Morning Fuel: Hearty breakfast burritos to kick off the day.
  • ​The Main Event: Incredible pulled pork and all the fixings.

​Thank you for your hard work in the kitchen—you kept our spirits high and our stomachs full!

Looking Ahead

Events like these prove that when we provide the right platform, there are no limits to what our veterans can achieve. We are already looking forward to the next competition and hope to see even more familiar faces on the range.Congratulations again to all our marksmen and women!

Good Friday Trap Shoot April 3 2026

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NSSA is pleased to announce its annual Good Friday Trap Shoot and Fish Fry on April 3rd 2026.

This 100 bird event features $1200 in added money sponsored by R&R Financial and Weber Insurance

Registration Open: 9AM

Competition Start: 10AM

Kitchen Opens: 11AM – 1PM, Dinner 4PM – 8PM

NSSA will be holding a Fish Fry

All details are provided in the flyer below.

Good Friday Trap Download

Spring 2026 Trap League Starts Mar 12th

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Every Fall and Spring NSSA hosts a 12 week trap league that takes place on Thursday Nights. Shooters are divided into 5 teams which compete against each other for shells, prizes, and most importantly, bragging rights at the end of the 12 weeks. Our League starts Thursday, March 12th, with a 50 bird pre-season shoot. This shoot is a great opportunity for shooters to dust off their guns and get back out on the range. Following the 50 bird shoot, shooters will be divided into the 5 even teams based on their score and known ability, and these are the teams they will shoot 50 birds each week for throughout the rest of the season.Sign-up times are 4pm-8pm each Thursday and it costs $14 per week to shoot the league. This cost not only covers the targets each week but also the prizes and the end of the league banquet dinner that we have at the club. Everyone is welcome, including non members, so we hope to see you out there! Please be advised that shooters are not required to participate in the league and can opt to shoot practice instead, however league squads will have preference over trap availability.

Thanks, Rick Jackson and Charlie Lozinger

Download Flyers:

SPRING WARM UP SHOOT 2026Download
SPRING THURSDAY LEAGUE 2026Download

Secure Your Spot: Defensive Handgun Training

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SAFTEA Defensive Handgun 1

Are you ready to move beyond the basics? The North Side Sportsmen’s Association is proud to host the SAFTEA Defensive Handgun 1 Course on Saturday, March 14, 2026.

This isn’t just target practice—it’s about protection. This 10-hour intermediate course is designed to give you the tactical skills and mental preparedness needed to protect yourself and your loved ones in a home defense scenario.

The Details

  • When: Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
  • Where: NSSA Classroom and Range
  • Cost: $125 per person
  • Eligibility: NSSA members, immediate family (21+), or sponsored adult guests.
  • Prerequisite: Completion of F.A.S.T. Handgun, NRA Basic Pistol, or equivalent.

What You’ll Master

This course blends classroom theory with high-intensity live-fire drills (150 rounds). Key topics include:

  • Defensive shooting fundamentals and natural stances.
  • Single-handed and two-handed engagements.
  • Integrating the “Color Code” into daily life.
  • Using cover, concealment, and clearing common stoppages.
  • Note: This course is a prerequisite for SAFTEA Defensive Handgun 2 and 3.

🚨 DEADLINE EXTENDED!

Please sign-up by Tuesday, March 10. To ensure high-quality instruction and safety, this course is strictly limited to 10 students.

TO REGISTER: Please email safety@northsidesportsmen.com to get sign up details.

NSSA JOAD 2026 Tournament

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Over 200 competitors signed up to compete over this past weekend at NSSA. The Board of Directors and NSSA Youth Archery thanks everyone coaches, volunteers, parents, and archers for their participation and support to make this year’s tournament a success!

Make Ready!

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On behalf of the West Range Committee, we want to extend a massive thank you to everyone who joined us on February 21st for our Make Ready event. Your enthusiasm and participation made the day an absolute success!

Whether you were taking your first steps into dynamic shooting or just brushing up on the fundamentals, it was fantastic to see everyone so engaged. During the event, participants had the opportunity to dive into:

  • Safety Protocols & Best Practices: Ensuring everyone stays safe and responsible while having a great time on the range.
  • Range Commands: Reviewing the standard commands so everyone knows exactly what to expect and how to respond.
  • Event Registration: Walking through the process of how to seamlessly sign up for competitive, dynamic-style events.
  • Live Stage: Getting out there and testing out those skills firsthand on a real event stage!

The West Range Committee had a ton of fun putting this event together, and we certainly hope our participants had just as much fun attending. We are already looking forward to seeing you all put these skills to use at our upcoming local matches.

To capture the energy of the day, we’ve put together a brief highlight reel. Check out the video below to see everyone in action!

Thank you again for your incredible support, and we will see you out on the range!

Fish Fry to start March 6

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🐟 It’s that time of year again! North Side Sportsmen’s Association (NSSA) is back with our annual Fish Fry. Whether you’re looking for a great meal or even better company, we’ve got you covered.

  • When: Fridays during Lent, starting March 6th.
  • Time: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
  • Where: 325 Mount Pleasant Road, Warrendale, PA
  • Details: We are open to the public, and take-out options are available if you’re on the go.👨‍🍳

Download Flyer

NSSA Fish Fry 2026 FlyerDownload

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NSSA Fish Fry MenuDownload

We Need Your Help! To make this season a success, we are looking for dedicated volunteers. We are specifically in need of fry cooks to help us keep up with the “freshest catch”. If you can handle the heat and want to support the club, we’d love to have you on the team!

Sign up here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4AACAA2FA5FB6-61595192-fish