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Defensive Firearms Training for all levels NOW AVAILABLE!

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InpaxlogoFor some time now, NSSA has wanted to host a training organization that could provide high quality professional instruction to shooters of all levels, particularly beginners new to the firearm world.

 

After over a year of careful screening and evaluation, we are proud to introduce INPAX | Academy of Personal Protection; a Wexford based, full-spectrum personal security training firm that teaches self-defense, defensive firearms, and critical incident response training to individuals, families, corporations and schools across the country.  INPAX founder, Sam Rosenberg, is a former Marine Corps officer with extensive experience in the close protection world; is the author of two books, and is a nationally recognized subject-matter-expert whose opinions are routinely sought out by the news media. Continue reading →

Introduction to Archery – 3/28 & 4/4

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 Update 3/9: All spots have been filled for both sessions. Check back for announcement of future dates.
IMG_20150122_191344030Have you ever wondered what it’s like to shoot a BOW? Here’s your chance.
The Archery Co-Chairmen of North Side Sportsmen Association are providing 2 Introduction to Archery classes for the general membership and guests on March  28th, 2015 from 1pm to 4pm, and April 4th, 2015 from 1pm to 4pm located at NSSA indoor archery range.

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Introduction to Trap Shooting SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 20TH

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INTRODUCTION TO TRAP SHOOTING

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 20TH

(2) Classes, limited to 25 shooters per class. 9AM and 1 PM.

Cost is $10 per shooter

• Intended for future trap shooting enthusiasts

• Youth, Ladies and anyone else who has an interest in the sport of Trap Shooting are welcome

• Members and the general public are welcome

• This is not open to experienced shooters who have shot at a club level ( ata or legal targets )

• All participants will attend class, then be instructedwith live shooting on the trap range

• Northside will supply the shooting instructors

• If available, you bring your shotgun and shells

• The club has a few guns available to loan on a first come basis

• Shells will be available for $7 per box.

Note: Each class will last 2 hours+. Classes will be filled on a first come basis. To enroll, please contact via e-mail to:

trap@northsidesportsmen.com

Thank you NSSA Trap Committee

Ladies handgun orientation news

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The ladies handgun orientation class scheduled for Saturday August 16 has been FILLED and we have a waiting list in event of cancellations.  PLEASE DO NOT SEND ANY MORE APPLICATIONS.

PISTOL RANGE WILL BE CLOSED TO ALL OTHER SHOOTERS ALL DAY AUGUST 16, 2014

PREGNANT and NURSING WOMEN should NOT take this class and should avoid noise and lead exposure as well as chemical exposure from gun cleaning chemicals.

STUDENTS WHO MUST CANCEL are asked to NOTIFY us ASAP at pistolclass@northsidesportsmen.com, so that a person on the waiting list can be assigned.

STUDENTS and COACHES MUST  wear shirts with tight-fitting necks and baseball style caps with bills to prevent hot brass from entering their clothing or falling behind protective eye wear.  You will be walking on dirt and will need clothing suitable for the weather as well as your hat.

Helping with the class will count towards reducing your NSSA dues.  Harry will soon take inventory of available coaches and other volunteers and make assignments.  All volunteer coaches are asked to be at the range no later than 8:00 am for orientation by Dave Nelson, Dave Mink, and Dave Benko.

COACHES: Ideal candidates are pistol instructors, range officers, law enforcement officers and other people who have received quality pistol training.

SETUP: Move tables and target racks immediately before and after the event.

If you would like to volunteer or are interested in volunteering for this event, email Harry Schneider directly with your interest and QUALIFICATIONS and you best contact phone number at pistol@northsidesportsmen.com.

The volunteer schedulers (NOT Harry Schneider) will handle all scheduling communications.  They can be reached at pistolclass@northsidesportsmen.com.

Multi-state Concealed Carry Class (7-16-2014)

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Carry America is holding a Multi-state Concealed Carry Class at Northside on July 16.

If you have a desire to be able to legally carry in other states, and you haven’t been able to attend any of the prior classes that have been offered, NSSA is hosting a training/certification class that may be of interest to you.

A 4-hour class to qualify for a Utah (or Arizona, if desired) pistol permit will be held at NSSA on July 16th.  This permit will enable you to legally carry concealed in some states that a Pennsylvania only permit holder cannot carry in.

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