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Bass River Rod & Gun Club September Newsletter |
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Two Things Heading into SeptemberFirst - Enjoy the Club and have fun
To Paraphrase the Club’s “Purpose” from our Constitution:
“The purpose of this Club shall be to promote good sportsmanship and good fellowship among sportspersons of all ages…”
September is here. It’s a great time of year to enjoy all the Club has to offer –
- Take a walk in the woods or put a boat into the pond.
- The ranges are in great shape – Archery range and trail, Indoor & Outdoor ranges, and the Shotgun Fields. Try a new shooting sport or practice what you already do.
- Try Archery.
- Catch some fish.
- Spend time talking to other members.
Second – Share in the workload of the Club
Another excerpt from the Club’s “Purpose” from our Constitution:
“… The active participation of each member is vital to the accomplishment of these objectives and to the life of the Club.”
The social aspect of the Club is kept alive by using and enjoying the Club, as suggested above. That’s fairly easy - you come and participate.
The physical aspect of the club is a little harder… you need to stay a bit after the fun and help with some of the thousands of things that keep the Club rolling along.
The 8 hours we all do when we join the Club is part of our orientation.
It is the beginning – not the end, of our “vital, active participation in the accomplishment of the Club’s objectives and life.”
Everything that happens at the club is done by a volunteer. We have no employees – only volunteers and we do it all.
My expectation is that we will all help to contribute to the good of the Club. Everyone needs to volunteer in some way. Big or small. Do what you can and continue doing it. The more everyone contributes, the easier it is for everyone to enjoy the club and have fun.
Empty the trash- sweep a range house- split some firewood-move clays-police brass-pull weeds-don’t leave until the machines are filled on the Shotgun ranges.
These are just a few of the things that can and need to be done every day without an organized work party or an ask…
Thank you for your help.
Have a great September, Enjoy the Club and Share in the Workload.
Sincerely,
Dan Paige Sr.
President |
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Bass River Rod & Gun Club 20th Annual Vet Shoot September 26th |
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This year we'll celebrate our 20th year welcoming America's veterans from the Brockton VA Medical Center to Bass River Rod & Gun Club for a day of rifle and shotgun shooting, a fabulous barbecue, and boundless gratitude for sacrifices made.
Each year the club turns out as many as 50 volunteers to help with the Vets, many of whom are from the Spinal Cord Injury Unit. The Vets benefit tremendously from a day with our members as they experience one of the very few times they are outside hospital grounds.
You do not need skills to volunteer for general help, but both the rifle and shotgun range do need skilled shooters (RSO’s, RO’s, SO’s) who know their way around a firing line and firearms setup from a benched and standing shooting position.
We already have some donated ammunition in-house and ready to go, but we need more - and firearms still need to be loaned for the day, as well as targets (plastic bottles, jugs). Rifles: AR style in 5.56 or .22 Long Rifle; Shotgun: Over & Under or Semi-Auto chambered in 12-gauge.
We've provided an incredible barbecue over the years - so expect the same terrific spread in 2025. Volunteers who like to sit, eat and chat with Vets during lunch are highly prized by the VA staff because they know these encounters with the Vets are priceless.
The volunteer schedule begins at 8:00AM on the rifle/pistol range, at 10:00AM for food volunteers, and at 11:00AM for shotgun volunteers.
Action Steps:
Contact Matt Bangert to volunteer for the day:
603-674-1550 mdb@rothandroth.com
Contact Julie Robillard for food and lunch help:
Home-baked sweets are especially prized!
774-279-6530 jrobillard35@comcast.net
Contact David Fogel to loan guns, donate ammo, or volunteer as an RSO:
774-238-9237 cmcfogeld@outlook.com
Note: Clean plastic jugs (1 gallon, 1/2 gallon, quart) can be left inside the club house or at any of the range houses. Donated ammo can be left with any range RSO. |
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Junior Rifle Program Resumes September 6th! |
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Saturday Mornings from 9:00am-11:00am at the Clubhouse / Indoor Range:
- Ages 9 years to 19 years old
- Cost: $15 Initial Fee then $5 per 20 shot string
- 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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Become A Range Safety Officer Class Offered September 13th & 14th |
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One of the best ways to expand your social connections at the club, learn more about our field operations, and be of service to the organization and your fellow members, is to become a NRA Certified Range Safety Officer. Classes are provided free of charge, and volunteer requirements average about five four-hour shifts per year.
To register send an e-mail to Brian McCormack by clicking HERE |
Women On Target - October 25th! |
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If you’re curious about firearms, whether for personal defense or to learn a new sport, Women On Target is the perfect place to start. These instructional shooting clinics for women teach firearm safety and marksmanship fundamentals, giving you the confidence you need to operate a firearm.Women On Target clinics offer hands-on, one-on-one instruction in a friendly and safe environment. Whether you are picking up a gun for the first time, refreshing your skills, or are an experienced shooter enjoying the day with friends, these half- or full-day clinics are for you. No experience or equipment is necessary to participate in Women On Target. The Women On Target program will meet the educational requirements of for your Massachusetts LTC license.
The registration fee for Women On Target is $60.
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2025 USPSA Schedule
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
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
Every Wednesday through September 4:30PM - Sunset
Open Squading (everyone who shows up by 6:45PM, shoots) |
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"You are what you do, not what you say you'll do." - Carl Gustav Jung |
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 and schedules our blood drives
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.
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.
RifleInstructor & 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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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 - September 19th Chicken Parm, Salad, Garlic Bread, 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! Dinner reservations should be made by noon the Wednesday prior to the Friday dinner
Call for reservations: 508.375.9395
Directors’ Meeting - September 19th - 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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