The NSSA Skeet committee setup a fantastic course today to challenge participants!
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NSSA Welcomes Mars Robotics Association
NSSA Youth Member and JOAD Archer Connor B. Also participates in the Mars Robotics Association. Their group was recently presented with the challenge to create a robot that collects foam discs and launches them toward a target. While brainstorming design ideas, Connor had the idea that sporting clay launchers might provide inspiration and contacted with the request to get an up close look at the machines.
Ron Halli, Kevin Sheen, and Wayne Noftz explained and demonstrated the operation and mechanics of several machines in use at NSSA.
We wish Connor and his team good luck with the project!
Zombie targets on the West Range!
Special thanks to Mark and Tracy Zigo for organizing a fun event on the West Range!
Youth Archery resuming 9/27
NSSA Youth Archery will resume on Sunday, Sept 27th 2020. In order to maintain social distancing, we have divided the group into 2 sessions: 10am-12noon, and 1pm-3pm. CDC guidelines will be followed; All equipment will be sanitized in between sessions and masks will be required at all times except while on the firing line.
When archers are on the firing line, masks may be removed as it is a potential safety issue and interferes with proper anchoring. Archers on the firing line will be positioned at every other target to ensure they are a safe distance from one another.
Limited spots are available in the 1pm-3pm session only. If interested, email youtharchery@northsidesportsmen.com
Please include the following in your email:
- bow type (Combound/Recurve)
- If you have your own equipment, or will use a bow provided by the club.
Oct 2020 Board meeting 10/13/2020
The Oct 2020 Board meeting has been rescheduled and is set for 10/13/2020.
Reminder: 2021 Membership Renewal
Members, your 2020 Membership term expires on 9/30/2020. Renewal forms have been mailed and should have been delivered by now.
Please don’t delay in returning your renewal form promptly to maintain your membership.
There is high demand to join and we must proceed with inviting new members to fill vacated spots immediately after the renewal cycle.
Youth Air Rifle to resume
NSSA will resume its youth air rifle program beginning 10/31/2020
The main focus of the program is to have fun while instructing firearms safety and developing air-rifle shooting skills in the Winchester/NRA Air–Rifle Qualification Course.
This Program will be run by NRA accreditedinstructors and volunteers. All Safetty Equipment, Rifles, and Ammo, is provided by NSSA.
NSSA Trap – Fall Classic 10/17-18
NSSA is pleased to announce it is holding a 2 Day Trap Event on 10/17 and 10/18/2020.
This is an ATA Registered event. Trophies and $500 in added money will be awarded.
Ladies Pistol – Thank You Volunteers
The Ladies Pistol class was a great success. We received many compliments from the students and we are looking forward to opportunities to grow.
The curriculum was very informative and delivered well; Classroom exercises helped prepare students for range activities. The range procedures were very well organized and methodical to ensure safety as well as promote instruction during range exercises. Range Safety Officers went above and beyond their normal duty and facilitated instruction as well as ensuring range safety. I was impressed with the professionalism and quality of instruction provided.
On behalf of NSSA I would like to thank everyone who participated in support of this event:
Jason Hominsky and Randy Hoffman for proposal and coordination of the class, recruiting Instructors/RSO’s, and provided RSO service on event day
Ray Bauer and Len Merz – classroom instruction and curriculum preparation
Dave Mink – Master Range Instructor
Wayne Noftz – Executive Officer support, RSO Service and Coordinated student Check-in
Jeff Knauss – Executive Officer support, RSO Service and student Check-in
Philip Baker from Safariland for furnishing the firearms for the event.
RSO’s:
Jason Hominsky
David Lund
Ralph Natale
Doug Spirelis
Dave Mink
Rich Burgoon
Randy Hoffman
Al Straub
Mike Gillespie
Len Merz
Jeff Knauss
Jim Guffey
Tony Delserone
Wayne Noftz
I apologize if I overlooked anyone. It is certainly not my intention.
Again, thank you and congratulations. It was an honor for me personally to participate in facilitating this event with you all.
Al Straub – NSSA Vice President
NSSA Trap – ATA Doubles Marathon Sept 13 2020
NSSA Trap is pleased to announce a Doubles Marathon Trap shoot!
Date: Sunday, Sept 13 2020
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: $17 per 100 targets, plus $5.00 ATA Fee
16 Yard and Handicap Targets also offered
Open to the Public – all are welcome!
ATA REGISTERED SHOOT