UPDATED RESTRICTIONS

Use of steel jacketed projectiles, and tracer ammunition ARE banned

Post to all members that the range is open with the following restrictions:
No bianary (exploding) targets ( this is a Provincial order) and No Smoking.
Please use extreme caution and clean up as you go.
Thank you
Howie

With the dry hot conditions we need be extra cautious and alert with sparks from firearms, smoking etc

AUGUST 27TH 2017

Registration 9-10 AM  $25      Meal only $10      Spectators N/C

No sight in on Match Day

This match is held every year at the clubs range at Barret creek.

The format is prone shooting at 100, 200 & 300 yds. On the International Metric target.

Bench shooting is offered for those unable or uncomfortable shooting prone

Rifles; 303 British Caliber; iron sights only. No micrometer sights. 49 Rounds

 

Aggregate Match: Seven rounds at each range, Seven minutes each stage.

Stage one 100 yds  Stage 2, 300 yds. Stage 3, 200 yds.

[This is done because of lighting Conditions].

 

Following the aggregate Match is the MAD Minute 15 rounds. In one minute

at 200 yds. This event is for the Partington Challenge cup.

 

The City of Nelson Challenge Shield is for the team event. These are 3 person teams,

Each member fires 3 rounds at 200 yds. Teams are selected geographical when possible.

The entry fee is $6.00 a team. This is returned to the competitors at a 3: 2: 1: ratio for

1 st. 2 nd. 3 rd. place.

 

From the aggregate scores there are Five Trophies awarded. Top Shooter gets the

Home Loan & Contract Co. cup. Second place gets the Annabel Trophy, Third place

The Agricultural & Industrial Trophy. The Captain Carrie Trophy goes to the high

Score at 300 yds, also medal for 2 nd. & 3 rd. place. Finally in the 303 British class is

The C.P.R. Trophy for the top Tyro. {A shooter who hasn’t won any other event.}

In conjunction with the Heritage Match we shoot the Fred Watson Memorial match.

This is 10 shots prone at 200 yd. with any rifle of a military caliber that was in use by

1945 Iron Sights only.

 

Come out and enjoy the Fun, Food & Entertainment.

If you don’t have a 303 but would still like to come there may be some available for use.

 

Anyone willing to take the food safe program at the clubs expense…..with the intend of helping at club events please contact Glen McKen 505-5006 or

Several options on how to take it

To check it out online http://www.foodsafe.ca/courses/level-1.html

Fishing Forever and Family Fishing Weekend

Again this year on Fathers’ Day weekend we will host a popular event at Cottonwood Lake which is at a beautiful Central Kootenay Regional District park.

On Saturday, June 17, 2017 from 10 am to 4 pm we will conduct Fishing Forever – a BCWF program designed to cater to those of any age who are handicapped in some way.  It could be as simple as impaired mobility.  Their caregivers are required to be present.

The emphasis shifts on Sunday, June 18 (same times) to the kids and their parents.

We expect 300+ bodies to appear that weekend.  Club members, and friends, can do their part by bringing a car top size boat with oars or electric motor (no gasoline outboards) and, to really enjoy the day, stay to captain the boat with our clients.

There is no charge to our participants or volunteers.  No fishing licence is required on this weekend (thanks to BC government)

 

The outdoor range has been rented for June 6, 2017 and will be closed for the day.

Thanks Howie

There will be a 3D archery shoot, June 3rd, and 4th, at the Barrett Creek, Nelson District Rod And Gun Club outdoor range.

The Outdoor Range will be closed to Firearms on these days

Categories for Compound bows (hunter and unlimited), longbows and re-curves, kids categories, and even crossbows.
Dry camping available on-site.
A family friendly fun event.
Registration starts Friday evening. Shoot one day or both.

Nelson & District
Rod and Gun Club Range
About 20km south of Nelson on Highway 6, turn west onto Porto Rico Rd.

Please see the 3D Archery Shoot event.

Call or email Darcy Lutz for further details. +1 250 354 7241, d2lutz@telus.net.

 

NOT SURE WHAT TO GET THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE FOR CHRISTMAS?

How about sending them on a Canadian Firearms Safety Course?

PAL – January 9th & 10th 2016 Possession and Acquisition License for Non-Restricted and Restricted Firearms: Guides you through the safety of Firearms and enables them to possess and acquire a Restricted or Non-Restricted Firearm. Starting from only $70:00 to $105:00

CORE – January 16th & 17th 2016 Conservation and Outdoor Recreation Education: Will give them the knowledge and ability to go on the hunting trip they’ve always wanted to! Cost of only $145
Open to all Genders and abilities no prior knowledge of Firearms needed!

For More information or to book a place for that special someone call:
Joan I Trickett 250-825-4219 Fax 250 825 0176 email gtstore@telus.net
Limited Places Book now!

Fishing Forever and Family Fishing Weekend
The Fishing Forever Weekend is a yearly family event that The Nelson Rod And Gun Club, in association with BCWF, has continued since 2004 and has grown 50% annually. It creates an opportunity for disabled, seniors and families to enjoy a day of fishing in the beautiful setting of Cottonwood Lake. However, volunteers, boats* and operators are seriously needed to ensure its success.
Volunteers are needed for:
– Moving equipment to the site and setting up on Friday afternoon, June 19.
– Help in the kitchen, 3 hour shift (Sat. & Sun.),
– Help organize fishing gear, registration, boats & passengers, life jackets and boat operators (Sat. & Sun.), and
– Help to take it all down on Sunday late afternoon (4 pm).

Commodores will be needed to oversee and coordinate the ‘on water’ activities (Sat. & Sun.).
If you can provide any assistance, please call Richard Green (250) 352-5609 or Joani Trickett (250) 825-4219. Please help ensure its continued success!
* Boats must have electric motors or oars. No gas engines permitted.