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Bass River Rod & Gun Club January 2026 Newsletter |
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Farewell 2025, Welcome 2026!
2025 is ending. We are coming to the quiet time at the club.
I hope everyone has enjoyed this last week of the year. I know our members have made the Holidays a bit brighter for many in the town of Yarmouth.
Our Annual Donations Challenge allowed us to bring more than $10,000 in gift cards and toys to the Yarmouth Police Department, where they distribute them to those in need.
Many of our members donated to help our Junior programs as well.
Thank you all for your generosity.
If you are looking for something new for this colder part of the year, please consider trying one of the sports that you haven’t done. The Pistol Team, Archery, Action Shooting and Junior Rifle are all offering their sports indoors.
Check the Club Calendar for dates and times for those events.
On behalf of the Directors, Chairs, and Officers, thank you for a great 2025, and we hope you enjoy all the club offers in 2026.
Sincerely,
Dan Paige Sr.
President |
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2025 Holiday Challenge Our 2025 Holiday Challenge was a success!
Gift cards totaling $10,000 were given to the Yarmouth Police Department for use with their Secret Santa for Seniors and Teens programs. Other donations will be made to the Food Pantry and Veterans Outreach Center, fulfilling our goal of active support for our community. |
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to all who donated!
Your gifts have made the Holidays brighter for many of our neighbors! |
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Massachusetts Hunting Survey
The Massachusetts Sportsmen’s Council and the Massachusetts Conservation Alliance have asked all members to take a quick survey to support hunting in Massachusetts. The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) Commissioner Tom O’Shea announced at the Fisheries and Wildlife Board meeting in December that the administration will hold public listening sessions in early 2026 to consider additional tools to manage the deer population, including allowing for expanded hunting season or hunting on Sundays. Massachusetts is one of two states in the country that does not allow Sunday hunting. The Massachusetts sporting community seeks to retain control over the ethical and lawful management of all wildlife, with decision-making authority residing with the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife). To further our input with the Board the Massachusetts Sportsman’s Council has asked that anyone who hunts or supports hunting in Massachusetts take this survey.
The results will go to the Southeast Representative on the 7-person Division of Fish and Wildlife Board of Directors.
Click on the link below and you will be directed to a brief survey concerning hunting in Massachusetts. |
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Become a Range Safety Officer |
Calling Bass River Rod And Gun Club Members
Being a Range Safety Officer is critical to the club's operations, if you are willing to step up and become an RSO now is your chance. So, help the club while you get to meet new members and see interesting firearms. We are offering an NRA Range Safety Officer class on January 24th and 25th. The club subsidizes the cost of the class in exchange for a commitment to serve 20 hours each year. Please see the RSO training agreement immediately below.
Range Safety Officer Training Agreement
In acknowledgment of Bass River Rod & Gun Club paying for your training as an NRA Range Safety Officer, you understand and agree with the following:
- The club will pay for your course instruction and materials at a club-sponsored training event.
- You are responsible for securing credentials from the NRA - at a cost of $30 for NRA members, and $50 for non-members.
- You agree that upon completion of the course, to volunteer 20 hours as an RSO per year following your completion of the course.
It is our hope that with completion of the course and integration into the RSO program, that you will realize the personal benefits associated with volunteer service and continue to grow within the Bass River Rod and Gun club community.
If you are interested, please email Brian McCormack at education@bassriverrodandgun.com or call 774-521-8924. |
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Massachusetts Jr. Conservation Camp Ben Pihl Scholarship Available |
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The Massachusetts Junior Conservation Camp (MJCC) is a two week program designed to teach teens between 13-17 years old various outdoor recreation skills.
The MJCC is operated by Massachusetts Junior Conservation Camp Inc. Campers learn a variety of outdoor skills, including:
- Fishing
- Hunting (Campers will become certified in Hunter Education)
- Shooting sports
- Boating (Campers will become certified in Small Boat Safety)
- Camping
The camp also aims to educate campers about conservation of natural resources and responsible use of the environment. Natural resource professionals from state agencies provide hands-on experiences and demonstrations and lead discussions on wildlife, fisheries, and forest management. In the evening, campers participate in demonstrations of outdoor recreation topics.
Learn more about the program on the Massachusetts Junior Conservation Camp website: https://juniorconservationcamp.org/ or call 508-450-5120.
Camp Dates: August 3-15, 2026
If you know of a teen between 13-17 who would like to attend, contact Cheryl Cerbone, membership@bassriverrodandgun.com; 508-360-4090. |
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Proudly display your membership in the Bass River Rod and Gun Club with some new merchandise! Submit what you would like for merchandise, such as hats or shirts, via an email to Bryan Howes. |
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Archery
Indoor Archery will begin on Sunday January 4th and run from 9:00am to 11:00am.
Big thanks to Skip Martin, Dan Campanaro, Paul Chrusciel, and Dan Wells for making the outdoor season successful and Dan Paige for the great images and enthusiastic participation.
Also, Paul Heslinga, Doug Nelson, Kevin York, and Dan for your continuing support.
We had more than 40 archers introduced to the sport ranging from 5 to 76 years of age.
Please contact Bill DiNatale with input or for more information on assisting by clicking HERE.
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Saturday Mornings from 9:00am-11:00am and Wednesday Evenings 6:00 - 8:00PM at the Clubhouse / Indoor Range: - Boys and Girls - Ages 9 years to 19 years old - Cost: $10 cash - All equipment is provided - Parents are welcome to join on range to watch
On the first morning of attendance, new shooters will attend a 10 minute introductory safety briefing. Safety and mechanics of shooting are stressed. The child will shoot on his/her first attendance.
For information, contact:
Greg Gniadek Email : JRRifle@bassriverrodandgun.com Phone: 508-564-0517
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Indoor Action Shooting Practice Continues
USPSA and IDPA outdoor matches will resume in April. We are having indoor range practices on Tuesday nights from 5:30pm to 7:30pm almost every week this winter. These practices are a great way to introduce yourself to new skills, comradery and improving your gun handling and safety skills.
We will be doing drills, mini stages and general skills building.
All are welcome. |
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"Volunteers don't get paid, not because they're worthless, but because they're priceless." – Sherry Anderson |
Bass River Rod & Gun Club thrives with active member participation. Despite an expanding volunteer base, we face a common challenge - 80% of the work is done by 20% of our members. To realize our full potential, members' time, talents, and dues are essential.
We need your help in filling the following positions:
Archery Instructor & Archery Assistants: If you're an archery instructor, or willing to be trained as an instructor - or, if you are willing to help open and supervise the archery range on an alternating schedule, contact Bill DiNatale by clicking HERE.
Rifle Instructor & Jr. Rifle Assistants: If you're a rifle instructor, or willing to be trained as an instructor to help with the Junior Rifle Program, contact Greg Gnadiek by clicking HERE.
To hear more about these positions, please email us by clicking HERE. |
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Club Dinner
We need volunteers to assist with the monthly club dinner every third Friday of the month from 5 - 7 pm. No cooking required! If you're able to help, please contact Larry Lyford by clicking HERE.
Wednesday Workers
Come to the main clubhouse any Wednesday at 8 am to help with various tasks around the club.
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Members will be notified about additional opportunities that come up via email from the Club's Volunteer Coordinator, Matt Bangert. You can contact Matt by clicking HERE. |
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Reporting a Loan of a Firearm to the State Could Result in Surrendering Ownership Rights
Under the new laws enacted under Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2024, the Commonwealth now requires licensed gun owners to file a report if they loan a gun to another individual for more than six days.
Click HERE for the full story! |
Protect Your Gun Rights - Support The Civil Rights Coalition Massachusetts voters face a tough reality: under our State Constitution, laws can’t be fixed piece by piece. It’s all or nothing. This means that if we don’t take action, H4885/Chapter 135 will remain on the books, with all its harmful consequences. It’s a poorly written law that doesn’t address crimes committed with guns or the never-ending cycle of capture, release, capture, re-release of criminals.
This sweeping law, passed under the pretense of modernization, puts everyday people in impossible situations: Plea Bargaining Gun Charges are still allowed. District Attorneys have zero restrictions on plea bargaining out Gun Offenses, which are often the first charges dropped by DA’s. Prohibits Non-Resident Junior Hunting. How does that stop violent crime? Approximately 21,000 Law Abiding Residents have now been retroactively declared Felons. Previously, to own a semi-automatic shotgun or rifle for duck hunting, required a Firearms ID Card. As of October 2, 2024, those people now need a License to Carry. Mandatory firearm registration—even for family heirlooms or antique hunting equipment. Bans on legally owned magazines, penalizing responsible citizens for items they’ve legally owned for decades. Overcomplicated licensing processes, with limited access to live-fire ranges for training. Extensive, Intrusive tracking databases, targeting lawful citizens while failing to address violent crime. Chemical Defense Sprays need a Firearm License. Why make young women defenseless against attacks? Click HERE To Support The Civil Rights Coalition! |
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RANGE OPERATIONS
All outdoor ranges are open with Range Safety Officer supervision. Closings due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances are posted HERE.
SHOTGUN RANGES
Members $5 - Non-Members $6 Per Round
Skeet:
Tuesday 10-1 PM - Members Only
Thursday 10-1 PM
Saturday 10-1 PM
Sunday 10-1 PM
Five Stand:
Saturday 9-1 PM
Sunday 10-1 PM
Trap:
Wednesday 10-1
Friday 10-1 PM
Sunday 1-3 PM
Rifle/Pistol Ranges
Monday - Friday 12-4 PM
Saturday/Sunday 10-4 PM*
*Note: ranges closed Saturday at 2:30 PM before Sun matches
Indoor Range
Open 24 Hours Daily
Key Fob Access Only |
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Club Dinner
January 16th - 6:00PM
January's Club Dinner by Chef Larry will be Caesar salad, baked ziti with sausage and garlic bread. No matter if you are a new member or old hand, club dinners - held at 6:00PM on the third Friday of each month - are a great way to expand your club experience.
Here are some good reasons to attend:
1. The opportunity to meet other members and officers.
2. A delicious dinner.
3. Getting in some volunteer hours by helping out in the kitchen.
4. A delicious dinner.
5. Sitting in on a directors' meeting afterward and learning for about the workings of the club.
6. And of course, there's always the delicious dinner.
Call the club at 508.375.9395 to make a reservation or to volunteer!
New Members: Meet your social engagement requirement. Come to the dinner after you are voted in and spend a good time with some new friends!
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Club Dinner - January 16th, 6:00PM Dinner starts at 6:00PM sharp, before the Directors’ Meeting. Chef Larry and his volunteer crew whip up scrumptious meals - from pre-dinner nibbles, to desert, the food is always a hit! Dinner reservations should be made by noon the Wednesday prior to the Friday dinner
Call for reservations: 508.375.9395
Directors’ Meeting - January 16 - 7:00PM
Directors’ meetings are held at 7:00PM, following the club dinners. Members are encouraged to attend and share your views. The more you participate, the better your club becomes. Remembrance
If you know of a member who is struggling with a health issue or has passed, please let us know so that we can send a card to the family and notify our members.
Contact Barrett Foster at 650.766.9105, or e-mail by clicking HERE.
Facebook
In order to minimize intrusive e-mails, we use our Facebook page to provide the most current and diverse information to our members.
Click HERE to “like” and “follow” us on Facebook.
Webpage
Our webpage contains the most comprehensive information on the club - including current hours of operations, orientation requirements and schedule, match times and scores, membership information and forms, key fobs, education, pistol team, archery, and our juniors program.
Visit our webpage by clicking HERE. How To Reach Us Click HERE for a directory of Officers, Directors, and Committee Chairs
Range Orientation Program
In order to use the Indoor Range and the Outdoor Rifle and Pistol Ranges, Members must complete the Safe Range Orientation Program - it is in two parts. The Program is staffed by NRA Range Safety Officers who have been providing extra help and refresher instruction to our members. In the end, keeping the Bass River firing ranges safe is the best way to ensure the continuation of the Club into the future. Classes are offered each month, weather permitting.
Click HERE for full details on our orientation program.
Key Fobs
Contact Bill Warren by phone or text at (508) 561-1940. Fobs are $15 each - exact change or check. Criteria: Present your membership card and proof of hours worked. |
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