The first 3D Archery Shoot of the year will take place on Thursday Jan 22nd 2026. Come in from the cold and join us for the fun and camaraderie. Visit the 3D Archery Page for more info and full schedule. email questions to: archery@northsidesportsmen.com
The 9 week indoor 300 Archery league begins on Tuesday Jan 20th 2026 at 6:00 pm. Sign up at the club during first week. Handicap scoring will be utilized to make it competitive for all skill levels. See the Indoor Archery League Page for more details and full schedule. email questions to: archery@northsidesportsmen.com
We are pleased to announce that the proposed changes to our Association’s By-Laws were officially adopted by the membership during our January 6, 2026 meeting. This update represents a significant step forward in ensuring the North Side Sportsmen’s Association continues to thrive and serve our community effectively.
A Community Effort
Thank you to every member who participated in this important process. From the initial readings to the final vote, your engagement ensures that our governing documents reflect the values and needs of our voting members.
What These Changes Mean
These revisions are designed to allow the Board of Directors to manage the Association with greater efficiency and transparency. Note the Updated Meeting Time: Association Meetings will now officially start at 7:00 PM local time on the first Tuesday of every month. There will no longer be a monthly board meeting.
Moving Forward Together
Our mission remains the same: to support conservation, promote safe shooting sports, and provide a welcoming environment for all our members. These administrative improvements provide the framework necessary for the Board to protect Association properties and motivate our membership for positive action in the years to come.
Thank you for your continued dedication to NSSA.
POSTPONED due to weather. New date TBD
Kick off the new year with your fellow marksmen at NSSA! We are hosting our annual New Year’s Day Kickoff Shoot and “Chili Cookoff” on TBD
Whether you’re coming for the competition or the comfort food, it’s the perfect way to spend the holiday.
The Details:
The Program (100 Targets):
Prizes & Extras: In addition to the targets ($28), we have a $20 Northside Purse, a Lewis Class with $200 added, and a 50/50 raffle. Think your chili is the best? Enter the Chili Competition for just $5 for a chance to win a money prize!
For more information, contact Ron Halli at 724-272-4680, Rick Milbert at 724-316-2834 or email trap@northsidesportsmen.com
Per the bylaws, the Dec 2025 general membership meeting has been rescheduled to Dec 9th to accommodate for the first week of Deer Season.
In March 2000, the current format of our By-Laws was adopted to facilitate the transition from Charter By-Laws. This process aimed to update our governing procedures and more clearly define the responsibilities of the Executive Officers and Board of Directors in the administration of the Association.
Over the past 25 years, these By-Laws have undergone 23 rounds of amendments to address ambiguities and evolving policy needs, the most recent of which occurred in May 2023. In the time since, significant societal changes have occurred, most notably a shift in the culture of volunteerism, which has had a profound impact on the operational capacity of our organization.
As members of the Board of Directors and Executive Officers of the North Side Sportsmen’s Association, we approach the responsibility of governing the Association with the utmost seriousness, striving to fulfill our duties in a professional and democratic manner.
Upon thorough review, we have determined that the current structure—operating with two distinct governing bodies—has become increasingly time-consuming and inefficiently repetitive. Each body holds its own mandatory monthly meeting, often involving discussion and voting on the same issues, resulting in unnecessary duplication of effort. Furthermore, the daily operations and activities that make our club a vibrant community rely heavily on a small group of dedicated committee chairpersons and their members, alongside the two governing bodies.
To address these concerns, Neil McFadden volunteered to form a committee to review the existing By-Laws and propose solutions. After months of diligent work by the committee and extensive debate among Board Members, we have developed these proposed amendments. Our objective is to create a governing system that is more efficient, accountable, and transparent, while preserving the original intent and as much of the original language as possible.
Hello Members of NSSA,
We have exciting news about the West Range renovations, we’re making quick progress!
The project is moving along swiftly. The side berms in front of the pavilion have been fully removed, and the base layer of the new berm seems to be set. We are also making sure the range is built to last by installing drainage swales to ensure proper water runoff.
We will continue to have dirt delivered to the club this week and through the end of November as we start the final touches on the range.
Please remember that the West Range remains closed during this time of renovation. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to complete this exciting project.
A huge thank you to everyone who came out for the workday this past Sunday! We were able to clean and store all of the wood from the old berms, which we can reuse for future range maintenance projects.
Stay tuned for more updates.
Sincerely,
NSSA West Range Committee
We’re excited to announce that a major improvement project is now underway on the West Range!
As part of this effort, the range will be temporarily closed starting October 3rd, 2025. This project includes:
We anticipate that the West Range will remain closed for several weeks while the work is completed. We’ll keep you updated as the project progresses.
Regarding upcoming events: depending on construction progress and equipment storage needs, we’re still hoping to host the annual Zombie Shoot. We’ll provide more information about West Range events in the near future.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we continue to improve our facilities!
Please join us for our next membership meeting on October 7th 7:30PM at the clubhouse. We have two very important items on the agenda that we want to bring to your attention.
1. Proposed Bylaws Changes The Bylaws Committee will present proposed changes to our bylaws that primarily change our club’s leadership structure to help us operate more smoothly and effectively. The proposed bylaws would transition our government to a new model: members would elect the board, and the board would then select the executive officers.
This new structure is designed to help us select the most qualified leaders for each role while also eliminating redundant work and improving our club’s efficiency. This creates a clearer, more skilled, and more unified leadership team focused on serving our members and using their time effectively.
2. Nominations for Leadership Positions We will be opening the floor for nominations for the Executive Officers and Board of Directors. These are key leadership positions, and your input is vital as we prepare for the upcoming elections at the December membership meeting.
Your participation and feedback on these items are crucial. We look forward to seeing you there.
North Side Sportsmen’s Association is a community of members working together to promote target shooting sports, conservation, and outdoor traditions. Your membership dues support the programs, facilities, and activities that keep our Association strong.
📅 September 30 – All membership renewals must be submitted by this date.
