The Rifle Range Committee will hold golf cart orientation sessions on Saturday October 26 from 9 AM until noon. This will require closing of the range to accommodate the training.
We will hold 6 one half hour sessions, each half hour, starting at 9. Each session will be limited to 3 members. Members wishing to get the training MUST use the attached sign up page:
Category Archives: Club Operations
NSSA CLOSED Oct 7
All ranges and NSSA clubhouse are CLOSED Monday Oct 7th to complete the paving project. The purpose is to ensure surfaces are allowed to cure before driving on them to avoid possible damage.
Paving project to begin this Weds Sept 25th
Beginning the afternoon of Wednesday, September 25, 2024, Smullin Paving will start moving equipment to the club to begin the paving process. Minor excavation operations will also begin on Wednesday. The paving team is aware of the Archery event that evening and will make accommodations to ensure they are out of the way.
On Thursday, they will focus on preparing the area for paving. They are also aware of the Thursday Trap League event. To manage traffic flow, they will use cones until the end of their workday (around 4:30 PM). Early arrivals may need to park in the upper lot or wherever directed by the cones. Once they finish for the day, they will open as much of the area as possible.
Paving may begin on Friday or Monday, depending on their progress. When installing the base coat, they will again direct parking using cones.
During the installation of the top coat, access to the gate may be restricted for a few hours to allow the driveway area to set properly. Afterward, parking will be limited to the upper lot for the remainder of the top coat application. This is tentatively scheduled for Monday or Tuesday.
Please note: This schedule is subject to change due to weather conditions.
For everyone’s safety, please follow the directions provided by the paving crew. We want to avoid damaging their work by driving or turning on the newly installed surfaces.
“Temporary Inconvenience – Permanent Improvement”
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Jerry Reichart, Director, Financial Secretary, Paving Project Chairman
Ron Halli, Director, Buiding and Grounds Chairman
OC Pepper Spray Class Oct 18th 2024
NSSA will host an SAFTEA OC Pepper Spray Class. Oct 18, 2024.
When: Friday, October 18 from 6:00pm to10:00pm
Where: NSSA Meeting Room
Cost: $50 person (Limit of 10 students)
Click here to Register for the class
Anyone can benefit from taking an OC Pepper Spray class – whether you’re a runner, commuter, student, someone who travels for work, retiree, homemaker, college student – this class is for you! This four-hour class will help you learn how to identify threatening behaviors and be better prepared to escape dangerous situations safely. The proper use of OC Pepper Spray provides a viable non-lethal response to counter many threats that you may encounter.
This course is available to NSSA members and immediate family members (spouse or children who are 18 years of age and still reside at home.)
Continue readingPA Hunter-Trapper Education Sept 7th 2024
NSSA Is pleased to host the Pennsylvania Hunter Trapper Education Sept 7th!
Click To Register https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/217486
This is a six-hour training class required by law for all first-time hunters and trappers before they can buy a license. You must pass a certification exam at the end of the class to complete this training.
Important In order to prepare for your class, read Chapters 1, 4, 5 and 9 located at Today’s Hunter & Trapper in PA.
NOTE: You must be at least 11 years of age to register for this class!
We will break for lunch around noon. NSSA will provide a light Lunch to ALL Registered Students
Reminder: 2025 Membership Renewal
Members, the current Membership term expires on 9/30/2024. Renewal forms have been mailed and should be received by August 30th.
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.
NRA RSO Training Sept 21, 2024
NSSA’s Chief RSO Bob Pelles will be providing NRA Range Safety Officer training Sept 21, 2024
Please have your NRA member number handy. Class time 8am to 5pm. All course materials will be provided. Lunch will be ordered with the cost split among the participants.
Upon conclusion of the NRA training, NSSA Members will receive NSSA RSO training. If you are already an NRA RSO, you may join for this session at 5PM at no cost. Contact Bob to inform him you will participate in this training.
Fee: $80 (NSSA Members) $95 (Non-Members) Location: NSSA Meeting Room
email questions to rmpelles@gmail.com
If the above link does not work
- visit nrainstructors.org
- Click “Find an NRA training course(s) near you”
- On the search form, in the “Safety” section, check the box next to “NRA Basic Range Safety Officer Course”
- enter the zip code (15086)
- click search button
- Find NSSA in the results and click the link proceed with registration.
NRA RSO Training June 22, 2024
NSSA’s Chief RSO Bob Pelles will be providing NRA Range Safety Officer training June 22, 2024
Please have your NRA member number handy. Class time 8am to 5pm. All course materials will be provided. Lunch will be ordered with the cost split among the participants.
Upon conclusion of the NRA training, NSSA Members will receive NSSA RSO training. If you are already an NRA RSO, you may join for this session at 5PM at no cost. Contact Bob to inform him you will participate in this training.
Fee: $80 (NSSA Members) $95 (Non-Members) Location: NSSA Meeting Room
email questions to rmpelles@gmail.com
If the above link does not work
- visit nrainstructors.org
- Click “Find an NRA training course(s) near you”
- On the search form, in the “Safety” section, check the box next to “NRA Basic Range Safety Officer Course”
- enter the zip code (15086)
- click search button
- Find NSSA in the results and click the link proceed with registration.
NRA Refuse To Be a Victim Class June 7th
This seminar is available to all NSSA members, Spouses and immediate family members who are at least 18 years of age for a nominal fee of $25 which covers the cost of the course materials. This is a no firearms seminar that will be held in the NSSA clubhouse. Member attendance is NOT required – your spouse or immediate family members may attend on their own!
The NRA Refuse to Be a Victim is a nationally recognized crime prevention program. The single most important step toward ensuring your own safety is having a personal safety strategy in place before you need it. NRA’s Refuse To Be A Victim® program teaches various tips and techniques you need to be alerted to dangerous situations and to avoid becoming a victim.
Don’t be an easy target. We can all pinpoint times where we’ve made ourselves an easy target – whether it was keeping our heads buried in our phones, parking in a dimly lit area at night, or leaving our houses or cars unlocked. But there are many more, less obvious situations that make us vulnerable as well.
We never think a crime can happen to us, until it actually does. While sometimes unfortunate things do happen unexpectedly, it is important to be equipped with the knowledge and skills for personal safety and crime prevention. Having a personal safety strategy in place and knowing the techniques and tactics you can use to avoid becoming an easy victim can help you live smarter and be safer.
Cost: The total cost of this seminar is $25.00 per person or $40.00 for a couple (Student and Spouse)
Email questions to admin@northsidesportsmen.com
Date: June 7, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Cost: $25.00 ($40.00 Student + Spouse)
The cost of the class is to cover expenses paid for the course material
Sandy Hein recognized as NSSA’s Sportsman of the Year
It is with great pleasure and pride that we announce Sandy Hein as the recipient of this year’s NSSA Sportsman of the Year award!
Sandy has been an integral part of our NSSA family for many years, serving as the Head Coach of our Youth Archery Program. Her unwavering dedication and passion for coaching have had a profound impact on the youth in our community.
We also want to acknowledge the incredible support and contributions from Sandy’s assistant coaches, whose dedication and commitment have played a significant role in the success of our archery program. Together, they have formed a formidable team that has inspired and empowered our young athletes to reach new heights of excellence.
Through her leadership, Sandy has instilled invaluable qualities in our young archers, including responsibility, respect, leadership, patience, trust, kindness, humility, pride, and gratitude. Under her guidance, our young athletes have not only excelled in competitive archery but have also grown into confident and well-rounded individuals.
This year, Sandy’s exceptional coaching skills and mentorship, along with the support of her assistant coaches, have led four archers to earn their Bronze Olympian medals, a remarkable achievement that speaks volumes about their collective commitment to excellence and the success of our program.
On behalf of NSSA, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Sandy and her assistant coaches for their outstanding contributions and unwavering dedication. Their tireless efforts have enriched the lives of countless young athletes and have left a lasting legacy within our club.
Please join me in congratulating Sandy Hein on being selected as NSSA’s Sportsman of the Year. Sandy, your passion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to our youth are truly inspiring, and we are incredibly fortunate to have you as part of our NSSA family.