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Bass River Rod & Gun Club July Newsletter |
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About a year ago, a group of club volunteers started the rehabilitation of our old rifle range.
The idea was to start now to prepare for a future use.
We cut the brush, pulled roots, and leveled and prepared the soil. Then we planted wildflower seeds. The seeds sprouted and we now have wildflowers in the Spring, and the land is ready for future club activities.
In a similar process of planning for the future,The Board of Directors recently approved a 3-year Strategic Plan for the Club.
The Plan is based on the Club's founding purpose-
" The purpose of the Club shall be to promote good sportsmanship and good fellowship among sportspersons of all ages and especially to encourage youth to become interested in better fishing, better hunting, and the conservation of the natural beauty and resources of the out of doors."
Out of that purpose, we have developed 3 priorities that we will concentrate on over the next few years:
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Develop a robust Education and Training Program that is guided by the Club's Original Purpose.
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Develop a Volunteerism Strategy and Culture that is effective at involving the majority of the Club's Membership.
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Broaden and Reinvigorate the Club's Sportsperson's Reputation in the Surrounding Community.
Three Club members have come forward to help lead these priorities. We will be looking for your help as well.
We will create opportunities to help, and keep you advised thru the newsletter and other postings.
As a first step, The Board has reinstituted a Junior Membership, as a way of encouraging youth to become interested in our sports and the out-of-doors.
Respectfully, Dan Paige Sr. - President |
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2025 USPSA Schedule
7/6, 8/3, 9/7, 10/5, 11/2, 12/7
Set up for each match is the Sat afternoon before from 2:30-sunset.
Matches run from 10-1:30. Check in is at 9:15
First shots at 10am
2025 IDPA Schedule
7/20, 8/17, 9/21, 10/19, 11/16, 12/21
Set up for each match is the Sat afternoon before from 2:30-sunset.
Matches run from 10-1:30. Check in is at 9:15 First shots at 10am
Wednesday Night Steel
Steel Will Not Be shooting July 2nd
Every Wednesday through September 4:30PM - Sunset
Open Squading (everyone who shows up by 6:45PM, shoots) |
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“It’s easy to make a buck. It’s a lot tougher to make a difference.” - Tom Brokaw
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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:
Donations Chair: this position coordinates the donations and scholarships provided by Bass River - schedules our blood drives - and coordinates our annual Veterans Shoot. Club Historian: we're looking for someone who, over time and with the help of our older members, begin to compile the history and photographs of our club. If you enjoy history, and you have the time to work on this important project at your leisure, please contact Kevin York by clicking HERE.
Social Media Chair: we're looking for a person who is willing to be trained and coached on doing the club newsletter and manage our social media pages. Or, if you're interested in helping with one or the other, please contact Kevin York
To hear more about these positions, please email us by clicking HERE. |
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Support Our Scholastic Shotgun Team |
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Our Scholastic Shotgun Team continues to grow - we're serving nearly 20 young people on the team during the 2025 season. Our goal, over time, is to raise enough capital in our endowment account to enable the team to become self supporting in perpetuity. To aid us in that, we're asking for members to make a onetime or recurring monthly donation. All donations are matched at 100% by the MidwayUSA Foundation
All donations to the MidwayUSA Foundation are tax deductible. Any amount you choose will help us - from $5 a month, to $100 a month, or a onetime donation - so contribute an amount that's comfortable for you. Click on the link below, then click on the link that says "DONATE NOW TO SUPPORT THIS TEAM", fill in an amount that you're willing to donate, click the box that says "Make This A Monthly Gift", fill in your information and follow the prompts to set up your payment. If you would like to make a onetime gift, you can do that simply by entering an amount and filling in your personal information and payment method Please lend a hand in creating legacy for our young shotgunners. "Legacy is not what I did for myself. It's what I'm doing for the next generation." - Vitor Belfort |
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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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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:
Wednesday 10-1 PM
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 12-5 PM
Saturday/Sunday 10-5 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 - July 18th - Steak Tips, Veg, Rice, Dessert 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!
Call for reservations: 508.375.9395
Directors’ Meeting - July 18th - 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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