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Bass River Rod & Gun Club June 2026 Newsletter |
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Return of the Mid Month Trifecta
We recently brought back the Mid-Month Trifecta, a short newsletter designed to spotlight one or two departments or share something important for the Club and our members.
It will arrive midway through the month as a complement to the regular monthly newsletter, giving readers something new, a deeper look at a topic, or an important update from the Club.
This refreshed edition also includes new graphics, featuring a stylized, color version of our logo.
You won’t find all the links to the Club and our other associations here. Those will remain in the regular monthly newsletter. The Mid-Month Trifecta is meant to be a focused update with fresh features and timely messages.
Thank you to the Chairs for providing the content, and to Vic and Kevin for organizing it and bringing it to you.
We hope you enjoy it and look forward to sharing future editions.
Sincerely,
Dan Paige Sr.,
Club President
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June Schedule Updates: - Last day for Junior Rifle is June 20th. The range will be available Wed evenings and Sat mornings after June 20th.
- The outdoor range will be closed on Thursday 6/18 and Friday 6/19 for police training.
- Wednesday Night Steel - Every Wednesday from 5pm to Sunset. Set up at 4:30pm. Arrive by 6:30pm and you will have time to shoot.
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Club Clean Up Day Thank you! |
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Thank you to the 83 members who volunteered their time and energy to the Club Clean Day on May 2nd! The Club looks great and is ready for your enjoyment this spring and summer! If you’d like to become part of the volunteer squad, consider joining the Wednesday Workers! Meet at the Clubhouse every Wednesday at 8:00 AM and make a difference with a helping hand. |
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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 June 13th and 14th. 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 $40 for NRA members, and $175 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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Range Safety Officer Update |
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I would like to take this opportunity to recognize some RSO’s who have contributed 10 or more shifts so far this year. |
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Our heavy hitter Brian has won a free club dinner in June as a thank you for all your service to the club. Thank you to all the RSO’s who take shifts so that the members can enjoy our outstanding ranges. If any member is interested in becoming a RSO, the club will be holding an RSO class on June 13th and 14th. Please reach out to Brian McCormick to sign up.
Thank you,
Chris Jolls
RSO Chair. BRRG |
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Our annual raffle for the Shark Shooters, Bass River’s scholastic shotgun
team, has begun. We have some great prizes this year … - Two (2) half-day fishing trips with Eidolon Sport Fishing — each trip will be drawn separately. Provided by member Captain Shaun Ruge. Value: $500 per trip.
- You and two of your friends will play 18 holes at Ocean Edge golf club in Brewster, at a mutually agreed upon date, with Ocean Edge member and BRRGC member, David Lanci. Value: $550.
- Two (2) wooden Ring-necked hunting duck decoys. These decoys are hollow hand carved from Northern Basswood, and hand painted with artist oil paints by member John Mulak, and ready to be hunted or displayed. Value: $500.
- Two (2) cases of 12-gauge shotgun ammunition and 20 free rounds of your favorite shotgun sport. Provided by Treasurer Paul Heslinga. Value: $250.
- Benchmade Adira folding fishing knife. Provided by Shark Shooters. Value: $225.
- Ten (10) pounds of live lobster. Provided by member Bob Tolley, Windswept Charters. Value: $150.
- Twenty (20) free rounds of your favorite shotgun sport. Provided by Bass River Rod & Gun Club. Value: $100.
- Loaded Gear RX200 45.5” Tactical Rifle Bag. Value: $100.
And don’t forget — when one of our shotgunners approaches you with raffle tickets, buy more than one!
If you’d like to make a tax-deductible donation to our endowment, you
can donate directly to the team by clicking this link:
If you make a tax-deductible donation, please take a photo of your receipt
and email it to fivestand@comcast.net. We’ll provide raffle tickets matching
your donation amount.
For example: Donate $500 and receive 25 raffle tickets.
Our drawing will be held July 25th.
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Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming two wonderful families from the Coy Brook Farm English Hunter Jumper riding program as special guests for an impromptu Mother-Daughter training match.
For these ladies, it was their very first time handling a firearm. After a thorough safety orientation and hands-on basic marksmanship instruction, they took to the prone position on the firing line and quickly showed their natural talent. By the end of the evening, every participant was hitting bullseyes!
From the saddle to the shooting mat, it was inspiring to watch these mothers and daughters support and encourage one another while mastering a new skill. A huge thank you to everyone involved especially our patient RSO’s.
We welcome new shooters — whether you’re an experienced or a complete beginner, there’s a spot for you here Wednesday 6-8, Saturday 9-11.
15 minute break for refreshments in between each match.
We supply the target rifles, .22 ammo, eye and ear protection.
$10.00 donation.
Thank you for your support of our program.
Mike Grillo
The last day of shooting for the 2025/ 2026 season of Junior Rifle will be Saturday June 20th.
We've had a great season, with many returning and many more new shooters this year!
We look forward to seeing all Junior Rifle shooters when we start the 2026/ 2027 season in September.
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The Archery range is open from sunrise to sunset. The Introduction to Archery class continues enthusiastically on Sundays from 9:00am to 11:00am with a great turnout! Volunteers are needed to help facilitate and guide the new archers on Sunday mornings. Contact Bill if you are able to assist.
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Volunteers are still needed to offer instruction for a couple of mini clinics for the ladies of our club. Many have requested private time to gain instruction and/or brush up on their basic skills in shotgun and handguns. Please email Erin at womensprogram@bassriverrodandgun.com with your clinic preference and availability.
Thank you!
Erin Murphy
Women’s Program Chair
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IDPA Bass River's monthly IDPA matches continue the third Sunday every month until December, weather permitting. You can register on PractiScore until Friday morning at https://practiscore.com/bass-river-idpa-april-19.../register or you can always register in person at the match. We need you to check in when you arrive at the range. There are 7 stages planned for your shooting pleasure. The first shots go off at 10am so please be at the range by no later than 9:30am . |
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“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.” — William James
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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.
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.
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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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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Friday June 19th - 6:00PM
June's Club Dinner will be a delicious dinner served up by Chef Larry. 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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First grill of the season on Memorial Day, good burgers and dogs! |
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First catch of the Spring! |
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Pickerel are biting at Tom Mathews Pond! |
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Post your Club Photos on BRRGC Facebook and Instagram! |
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Club Dinner - June 19th, 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 dessert, 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 - June 19 - 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.
Merchandise
Contact Bryan Howes to get your BRRGC merchandise. Email Bryan by clicking HERE.
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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