North Side Sportsmen's Association

April 25th fund raiser postponed

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The NSSA Executive Committee, along with the Board of  Directors and the Special Events Committee have determined that is necessary to postpone the April 25th fund raiser. 
 
We would like to reassure you all that we fully intend to hold this event once we receive the guidance from the proper government agencies and local health officials and also when we feel that the general population will be comfortable and can enjoy attending public events of this size and nature again.   We will provide our plans once they are clear.

 
At this time we are instructing any of you who may have tickets to immediately turn in unsold tickets as well as stubs and monies collected to the President.
 
Email him at pres@northsidesportsmen.com for instructions.

When the event is rescheduled any unsold tickets they be available on a first come first served basis.

Thank you for your help and patience during this uncertain time.  Please stay safe, healthy and strong.  

Wayne Noftz, President 
Al Straub, Vice President
Stan Hoover, Chairman of the Board

NSSA Youth Air Rifle heralds brief success

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Jeff Knauss and ACRC Youth Instructor Matt Y. provide tips to new students

 

Several months ago, respected member Jeff Knauss proposed an Air Rifle program to the NSSA board which was approved with great interest. Jeff is an experienced NRA instructor who runs a very successful program at Allegheny Country Rifle Club. He is passionate about bringing opportunities of our sport to youth, and saw a great potential to expand the opportunity here at NSSA.

A great deal of work has taken place since then to make this program a reality. To name a few things, Jeff worked tirelessly to find volunteers who would help run the program, schedule the dates with the Indoor Archery Chairman, obtain the necessary equipment, and coordinate securing of additional funding from the NRA and 4H. Prior to the unfortunate health safety concerns, NSSA held 4 air rifle sessions with great success! The NSSA executive team applauds the board and membership for its support. We hope to resume this program as soon as possible and continue to promote and grow the opportunity for our youth!

CORONAVIRUS RESTRICTIONS

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Members,

Effective immediately, The NSSA board has agreed to enforce the following restrictions in response to the COVID19 situation. These measures are based upon guidance from the CDC, Governor of Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Health Department. 

Outdoor Ranges/Events

  • All outdoor ranges (Pistol, Rifle, Outdoor Archery, West Range) will be open during normal operating hours.
  • Range fees are WAIVED until further notice
  • Members MUST sign in. Bring your own pen and cleaning wipes / hand sanitizer after handling the sign in sheet or touching other surfaces.
  • Outdoor Training events are cancelled
  • All club organized outdoor events will continue as scheduled unless the range chairman states otherwise.
  • Trap & Skeet Fields are closed for both scheduled and unscheduled shooting.
  • Absolutely No guests are permitted until further notice. Members’ Spouse and children are permitted per the bylaws.
  • Members are expected to observe all precautions as recommended by the CDC and Health Officials

Indoor Range/Events

  • The clubhouse including the Indoor archery range, and skeet building are CLOSED until further notice.
  • All indoor events are cancelled.
  • Only administrative staff will be permitted in any building on club property while we are under these conditions.

Wayne Noftz, President

Al Straub, Vice President

Stan Hoover, Chairman of the Board

Remaining Fish Fries CANCELLED

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NSSA Members, and Friends. In compliance with a request from County Executive Rich Fitzgerald and Health Director Dr. Debra Bogen for all non-essential businesses to voluntarily close, NSSA is cancelling Fish Fries for the remainder of Lent.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience, but this matter is beyond our control.

Sincerely,

Wayne Noftz, President

Al Straub, Vice President

Stan Hoover, Chairman of the Board

Youth Air Rifle Program starts March 8th

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NSSA is proud to announce its Youth Air Rifle Program will start on Sunday March 8th. The focus of the program is to provide instruction from the Winchester/NRA Air-rifle qualification course on firearms safety and development of shooting skills. The program will be run by NRA accredited instructors and volunteers.

All equipment and ammunition will be provided by NSSA.

Dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29 2 sessions will be offered at 9-10AM and 10-11AM

Ages: Boys/Girls 12 – 17

Sign Up: Contact Jeff Knauss (j.knauss@verizon.net) or Phone 412-766-2789

Spring Trap League starts March 5th

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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 Fall League starts Thursday, March 5th, 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/  

Thanks,  Ron Halli

For more information email trap@northsidesportsmen.com