Our West Range crew opened the season this Saturday with a pin shoot! Check the West Range calendar here for other great events coming soon! Click Read More below for additional photos
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NSSA Members win at 2021 Florida Trap Competitions
Congratulations to NSSA members Charlie Lozinger, Richard Milbert and Edward Bayer who recently competed in the 2021 FLORIDA STATE SHOOT and SOUTHERN GRAND TRAP CHAMPIONSHIPS March 15th – 28th!
Charlie Lozinger: Veteran Class Preliminary Handicap Champion
Richard Milbert: 6th place in Handicap Champion
3rd Place in Preliminary Handicap Champion
4th place preliminary Handicap Champion
Edward Bayer: D-Class Doubles Champion
(2x) Preliminary D-Class Doubles Champion
Veteran Class Handicap Champion
Veteran Class Preliminary Handicap Champion
Veteran Class Runner Up
4/25/2020 Gun Bash Drawing Numbers
The NSSA Special events committee completed the drawing for the 4/25/2020 Gun Bash on 3/20/2021. Click here for winning numbers. The drawing was witnessed by the Board of Directors, Members and High quantity ticket sellers to ensure integrity of the drawing.
We are in the process of contacting the winners of the drawing with information on how to claim their prizes. If you are holding a winning ticket, you will receive a call from us very soon!
We also would like to point out a few things with regards to the drawing:
- All “Be there to win” prizes have been awarded regardless of attendance
- A $1000 Bonus prize was added to the drawing which was not on the original ticket. You will find it as the last item on the list.
On behalf of the Board of Directors and Executive Officers, Thank you for your support!
Virtual Gun Bash Update
As was discussed at the March 2nd General Membership Meeting, winning numbers will be drawn for the Saturday, April 25, 2020 Gun Bash by the end of March.
To ensure the integrity of the drawing, the activity will be witnessed by a collection of Executive Officers, Board of Directors, Chairmen, Distinguished members of the Association and high quantity ticket sellers. NSSA Member volunteers will also be present to facilitate the drawing and record the winning numbers.
The activity will take place in the indoor archery room which will be configured in compliance with COVID-19 requirements to ensure proper distancing. Occupancy will be significantly limited to ensure safety of all involved. In addition, the HALO air purification system will be in operation during the entire duration.
As a gesture of appreciation to those who sacrifice their time to perform and observe the drawing, lite fare will be provided. Upon conclusion of the drawing, NSSA Volunteers will contact the winners. The winning numbers will also be posted on the club bulletin board, and made available online.
NRA RSO Training April 3rd, 2021
NSSA’s Chief RSO Bob Pelles will be providing NRA Range Safety Officer training April 3rd 2021.
To register for the course, visit nrainstructors.org
Click “Find an NRA training course(s) near you”
On the search form, check “NRA Basic Range Safety Officer Course” and enter the zip code (15086). Find NSSA in the results and proceed with registration.
Please have your NRA member number handy. Class will start at 8 am. All course materials will be provided. Lunch will be ordered with the cost split among the participants..
Members fee is $80 with non club members at $95.
IMPORTANT MEETING NOTICE
Pursuant to the NSSA By-Laws, the following voting items will be discussed at the upcoming general membership meeting on Tuesday March 2nd.
- As part of grooming and maintenance of NSSA’s forest, the board seeks the approval of general members to authorize the harvest of timber to promote the health of the forest and ecosystem. Harvested timber would be made available for sale and all proceeds will go to the club.
- By-law amendments and additions will be read. These changes will be read at the next 3 general meetings before being brought forth for a vote. In summary.
- Provide a collegiate membership
- Recognize the West Range, Safety and Training as permanent committees.
- Restrictions on sponsoring new candidates
- Formally authorize the treasurer to pay recurring bills without to avoid late fees due to vote requirements.
- The removal of range usage fees for members in exchange for an annual dues increase.
Indoor Air Rifle begins March 30th
Don’t let the cost of ammo keep you away, come join us from 7PM to 9PM on Tuesday evenings this spring through April to participate in our all ages air rifle shoot! Our target system will share one half of the Indoor Archery range for the event. While we will be primarily shooting from tables, the targets can be adjust to other heights as well. If you’re feeling ambitious, bring your bow and switch things up! NSSA will provide the Air Rifles and pellets, but you are welcome to bring your own if you wish. NOTE: ONLY .177 or .22 pellet calibers permitted. NO BB’s
NOTE: This is a recreational open shooting day for experienced shooters. Focused Instruction will not be provided and no coaches will be present. The firing line will be monitored by an RSO. Shooters are expected to be familiar with range rules, safety procedures and operation of equipment.
NSSA will also offer a dedicated NRA youth air rifle program that is more beneficial to new shooters. The next opportunity has not been announced yet, but is expected to be scheduled for Spring 2021.
Questions? Email airrifle@northsidesportsmen.com
Fee $1
West Range Events restart April 10th
The West Range committee is excited to offer many events this year including: modified cowboy shoot, rimfire challenge, tactical shoot, ZOMBIE shoot and more!
The action is set to resume on April 10th with a bowling pin shoot opening the season!
Don’t procrastinate, it’s been a long winter. Join us for some fun on the West Range!
Click here for the West Range Schedule
email questions to: west.range@northsidesportsmen.com
Youth Intro to Archery March 7th
The North Side Archery Committee is proud to announce its 6 week Youth Intro to Archery Course will begin on March 7th. Led by Archery Chairmen Tom Martinelli and Art Klajnowski, your child will have the opportunity to explore the joy of Archery while learning the fundamentals of the sport.
NSSA will provide all equipment, but you may bring your own equipment if you wish.
Cost is $10. (Fee waived for existing NSSA Youth Members)
Limited spots are available please follow this Link to the NSSA Youth Intro to Archery Sign Up form
Time: 10am – 11:30am. (Please arrive at 9:30am for the first session)
For more details email: Archery@NorthSideSportsmen.com
Spring 2021 Trap League begins Mar 4
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 Spring 2021 League starts Thursday, March 4th, with a 100 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 100 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 $12 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 during this 12-week league 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. For more information and schedule, visit https://northsidesportsmen.com/events/trap-league/
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