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Board of Directors Meeting Agenda – May 17 2016

Attention CR&GC members: The CR&GC Board of Directors meeting that was scheduled for 7:00 PM 5/17/16, has been rescheduled to next Tuesday 5/24/16 instead. It will still be held at 7:00 PM and it will still be at the Sunday Creek Rifle/Pistol range clubhouse.

The Custer Rod and Gun Club’s Board of Directors will hold their May Board Meeting Tuesday May 17th, 2016, 7:00 PM at the Sunday Creek Rifle/Pistol Range Clubhouse. The agenda is posted below. Any and all members are welcome to attend the meeting and present their opinion to the Board on any matter.

Custer Rod and Gun Club
Board Meeting Agenda
May 17, 2016
Spotted Eagle

Call to order:
Attendance:
Reading of Minutes From Previous Meeting:
Treasurer’s Report:
President Report:

Committee Reports:
– Rifle Range
– Spotted Eagle

Old Business:
– Sunday Creek Work Day
– Vote on motion by Jesse Smith “To amend the Bylaws to remove Article XI, Section 1, Sub-Section B; and clauses 1, and 2.” The motion was seconded at the April meeting and will be voted on at the May meeting.
– Vote on motion by Jesse Smith “To amend Article 1, Section 1, Sub-Section B; to read, ‘B) A member’s spouse, and children (under 18 years of age) will have the use of the club as an associate member with all the privileges of the club, with the member present and responsible for them. They will not have a vote and cannot hold an office as an associate member. All associate members will be accompanied by the member.’” The motion was seconded at the April meeting and will be voted on at the May meeting.
– Comments by the Board to include with survey results

New Business:
– Need instructors for youth rifle shoot.
– vandalism of steel targets
– Plans for Spotted Eagle bathroom

Nominations and Elections:
n/a

Good and Welfare:
– Correspondences

Adjourn:

Spring 2016 Membership Survey Results

Recently the CR&GC’s Board of Directors conducted an online survey of club members The link to the survey was emailed to all 235 current paid members in good standing, who have provided us with email addresses. Of those 235 members, 118 opened the email. 74 of them clicked the link to the survey. 29 of them took the survey once they clicked on the link.

This survey was not any kind of scientific poll, but was conducted simply to give the Board a better feel for the the member’s likes, dislikes, and visions for the club’s future. However, in an effort to show transparency, the Board opted to post the survey responses in its entirety on the website. The questions and responses are below. Please keep in mind that the same people answered all the questions, so if you see the same answer in multiple questions it is NOT an indicator of the number of people who had the same answer. However, if the same answer is repeated in the same question, then they were entered by different people.

1) What is the one thing that the club has accomplished or took action on in the past 1-4 years that you are most pleased with?
pistol range set up
shooting range improvements
upgrades at kinsey rifle range
All of the range improvements plus access key cards
The adition of ranges and cement walkways
pistol bays, gate lock
Range
Steel Targets
Range improvement
only a member for 1 year
Rifle range improvements.
increased size of range and the new gate.
walk way at gun range up grade gun range (rifle)
Pistol Range, Metal targets
The additions to the Sunday creek facilities
Work/improvement on facilities at the rifle range.
The pistol bays are a great add on
improvments and maintanence
The addition of steel silhouette targets and the overall improvements to the range (concrete walkway, gate and entry system etc)
Range Improvements
the new targets for hand gun
Updating the shooting range.
action pistol & cowboy action matches
Spotted Eagle improvements at the range
Range improvements
Sunday creek improvements
road maintenace
Upgrades at the Rifle range at Kinsey
The gun range updates
2) Is there any one (1) thing that the club has accomplished or took action on in the past 1-4 years that you are displeased with?
handling of membership
too much drama at the meetings
not to my knowledge
no
The sun timed gate isnt sun up to down
Have allowed the membership renewal issue to go on and on. Settle on a policy and move on.
No
no
No
no
No
no.
no
n/a
Wasting money on trap throwers
No
no
Nothing that I am aware of
no
No.
not that I’m aware of
nothing that I know of
No
Management, information dissemination, workflow and communication; secretary excluded
piled dirt too close to rifle range backstops causing mud on walk when it’s wet
Putting so much effort into recouping expired membership cards
3) What areas of the club or club activities do you think need the most improvement? (please explain)
—
stop the infighting
spotted eagle club house
none come to mind
Get rid of gate timer
Trap shooting/range
All ok
More boards for handgun
shotgun sports
No
getting more younger members. No future if not.
shotgun range
I would like to see a longer range set up 300 yards or more
Advertising of scheduled events/ more classes
More activities for women and promotion of women in the outdoors. There has not been a summer ladies shoot since John Hartwick passed away. Even then, that was the only activity the club did that specifically targeted women. There are many ladies in this community who hunt or at least shoot, and some of them are very talented, but there’s no organized activities for them or instruction for beginners. Also – the skeet range was allowed to fall to disarray last summer as well. The door was kicked in, weeds and mowing weren’t taken care of and the area started to look shabby. It seemed like no one really cared to pay any attention to it.
Would like to have a 300 yard range or even farther if possible
the main range
The archery area at Spotted Eagle is nice but enhancements to that would be great (walk thru course of targets possibly 3d
Support to paying members over members in the rears.
get kids involved gun education
Doing great.
event promotion, attracting shooters from other clubs/towns
unknown
“Rod” activities
Public outreach, turnaround of considering proposals, openness to opinion
upkeep of backstop/target boards
Spotted Eagle club house needs to be refurbished
4) Is there anything you think the club is wasting time/money/resources on that could be better spent elsewhere?
—
?
recovering expired gate cards
no
The sun timer
Maintain Spotted Eagle, but don’t spend all our money on property we don’t own.
No
no
no
No
Not there enough to know.
no
n/a
No not now that the club moved on from the broken pigeon thrower
No
no
Not that I have seen
not to my knowledge
No.
not that I’m aware of
unknown
No
Spotted eagle, get a grant do it right, don’t piece it together
can’t think of any
recovering expired gate cards.
5) Is there any shooting discipline, sport, or other related activity that the club does not currently offer, that you would like to see offered if possible?
—
Ranges are nice, the 200 yard is hard to hit due to 100 yd berms.
3 Gun
Black powder cartridge, muzzleloader matches
Would be nice to alow tannerite in a safe area in safe amounts
organized rifle and pistol matches
Archery range
no
Sporting clays
5 Stand Sporting Clays
No
no
n/a
3 gun
Basic pistol shooting. The concealed weapons courses are fine but if you just want to learn how to use a handgun and become a good shooter with it, there isn’t any sort of instructional activities for that. Other activities like how to clean and care for different types of guns or maybe even something like sighting in rifles would be good and would maybe encourage involvement from beginners or those with basic skills who are otherwise intimidated by more experienced folks.
No
no sure
Longer range rifle targets400-600 yds
pop up or activity targets
No, but open to try new things if they want to offer new things.
not that I’m aware of
none
No
Nope
no
3 gun!!!!
6) Is there any improvements such as new buildings, ranges, targets that you would like the club to consider adding?
—
better or higher 200 yard targets.
a 300 or a 400 yard rifle area at kinsey range
There can always be more reactive/steel targets on springs. Those are nice.
A tannerite area
longer rifle range, indoor pistol range, trap range on our own property
No
no
Expanded archery range. Indoor pistol range
always upgrade at rifle range building would be nice.. i understand funds dependent
The benches at the lower shooting area cloest to the gate need the frount lifted. We really like the metal targerts. They are great for kids.
Little bit taller berms at Sunday creek
Consistently working trap throwers, and more than one at a time that works, would be nice.
300-400 yard range if possible
no
More steel silhouettes. Kids really enjoy shooting at those. Longer range 400-600 yds
flip target
The steel targets are a great addition, keep things like that coming.
target/prop storage. security for on range/permanent props and stage equipment
none
No
NRA approved everything, full facilities at both locations
no
A 300 or 400 yard rifle area at the kinsey range
7) Have there been any events held in the past 1-4 years at the club’s facilities that you are not happy about?
—
Annual meeting and voters meeting is too emotionally charged
not to my knowledge
no
N/A
No.
No
no
No
no
n/a
No
No
no
None that I’m aware of
no
No.
not that I’m aware of
nothing that I know of
No
Yes, most youth events are poorly planned advertised and executed
no
not that I am aware of
8) Have there been any types of events held at the club’s facilities that you would like to see more of in the future?
enjoyed the years end Jackpot shoot
nice cooperation with other sports groups like Pheasant Forever and Walleyes unlimited is good.
turkey shoots
Black powder cartridge, Muzzleloader matches
N/A
pistol/rifle matches and classes, night shoots
No
no
No
no
I would like to see a archey corse set up at spotted eagel. I kind of walk through path that allows you to shoot at different ranges and not have to wait to pull arrows while others are shooting.
Night shoot, more classes
Would be nice to see the youth and ladies shoots revived.
Pistol competions
not sure
No
no
Jackpot pistol shoot is great, maybe two a year
not that I’m aware of
events that get the youth involved, shot gun, rifle, education
No
Yes, training, dog days,
no
more organized trap activities i.e turkey shoots
9) As a member would you be interested in a 2 or 3 year membership fee?
yes
Ok.
yes
yes
At a reasonable price ofcorse
No.
Yes
Maybe
no
Yes
yes
Yes
At my age I might not be here in a year…
i have lifetime, but 2-3 years sounds good for revenue stream
I would like to see a life time membership fee.
Yes
Not particularly.
Yes
yes
Possibly so long as notice is provided of expiration (longer term could lead to forgetting)
No
would be ok
Sure, why not.
yes
not really
Yes
You lost me at the B’s about lifetime memberships
no. it would probably be too expensive in one lump sum.
absolutely
I would not be. I am happy with the way it works. I am pleased with the gun range and all the people who make it work. Thank You!!!

Action Pistol Match Results – May 5, 2016

05/05/16 Division All Hands On Deck Around Every Corner Got Ammo Steel Challenge Total Time
Steve Jacobs Revolver 44.98 47.26 47.08 25.13 164.45
John Reed Revolver 81.75 98.37 90.66 67.74 338.52
05/05/16 Division All Hands On Deck Around Every Corner Got Ammo Steel Challenge Total Time
Jason Ortives Semi-Auto 41.56 24.79 30.96 11.76 109.07
Marty Scheid Semi-Auto 37.37 28.61 33.06 14.00 113.04
Lee Wankel Semi-Auto 48.48 26.01 35.62 11.08 121.19
Shane Adams Semi-Auto 47.32 39.61 41.99 16.14 145.06
Ty Rainey Semi-Auto 57.51 36.44 36.10 16.26 146.31
Chris Schlepp Semi-Auto 60.68 37.86 45.32 10.17 154.03
Jim Keith Semi-Auto 54.86 37.15 48.74 15.50 156.25
Taylor Poitras Semi-Auto 46.10 51.75 59.10 13.73 170.68
Larry J Adams Semi-Auto 59.91 49.92 66.13 20.46 196.42
BethAnn Rainey Semi-Auto 82.78 68.27 67.10 32.70 250.85
Sandra Portillo Semi-Auto 87.30 54.78 71.11 53.36 266.55
05/05/16 Division All Hands On Deck Around Every Corner Got Ammo Steel Challenge Total Time
Deith Allies Single Stack 77.56 50.93 72.78 17.31 218.58

The Misfits Squad

05/05/16 Division All Hands On Deck Around Every Corner Got Ammo Steel Challenge Total Time
Jess Blankenship Semi-Auto 46.39 43.54 12.01 101.94
James Smith Semi-Auto 52.96 53.73 10.60 117.29
Mark Soderquist Semi-Auto 63.04 43.61 17.20 123.85
Dallas Taylor Semi-Auto 58.74 50.02 16.16 124.92
Roy Kearns Semi-Auto 57.93 53.79 13.96 125.68
Jesse Smith Semi-Auto 81.39 50.94 12.45 144.78
Rick Abbot Semi-Auto 94.90 86.62 34.15 215.67
Debi Smith Semi-Auto 140.17 129.05 116.88 386.10
05/05/16 Division All Hands On Deck Around Every Corner Got Ammo Steel Challenge Total Time
Erik Fritz Single Stack 70.62 53.53 14.23 138.38
05/05/16 Division All Hands On Deck Around Every Corner Got Ammo Steel Challenge Total Time
David Moeller Semi-Auto 62.54DQ 101.65 17.77 181.96

2015 Action Pistol Results

2015
Action Pistol Schedule:

May 7th, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

May 14, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

May 21, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

May 28, 2015 6:00 PM
Canceled

June 4, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

June 11, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

June 18, 2015 6:00 PM
Canceled

June 25, 2015 6:00 PM
BUG Shoot
ScenariosMatch Results

July 2, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

July 9, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

July 16, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

July 23, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

July 30, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

Aug. 6, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results
Aug. 13, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

Aug. 20, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

Aug. 27, 2015 6:00 PM
ScenariosMatch Results

3rd Annual Action Pistol Jackpot Shoot!

Saturday Sept. 26th, 2015
ScenariosMatch Results

Archived Results

2014 Match Results

Dog Days Shoots

Dog Days Silhouette Shoots will be holding a metallic prairie dog silhouette centerfire and rimfire rifle match at the Sunday Creek 200 yard rifle range on July 16th. This is a great opportunity to shoot competitively as well as support great causes.

Please see their website for more details… http://www.shootdogdays.com/

Also please note that the 200 yard range will be closed on the 15th and 16th of July for this shoot.

Range work day and BBQ

We will be holding a range maintenance work day at the Sunday Creek Rifle and Pistol Range on June 4th. The range will be closed this day. The club will be providing free BBQ and refreshments to all volunteers who attend.

And volunteers are needed as we have MANY projects to complete this year including: finishing painting the trim on the clubhouse, painting the shed next to the clubhouse, refurbishing and painting the wooden shooting benches, replacing broken seats on other shooting benches, resetting misplaced target receivers in the first pistol bay, filling in ruts in front of the pistol bays, work on the septic system for the new bathroom, repairing steel targets on the rifle range, repairing berms and target backers on rifle range, mowing, spraying weeds, possibly setting the post for the new NRA High Power range, etc.

Please contact us at email@custerrodandgun.com if you are available to help out that day. Or just show up. Keep in mind we can use most any tool you bring, whether it be a paint brush, shovel, or backhoe. Did we mention we could REALLY use a backhoe or a BIG front end loader? Because we could if anyone has access to that! Seriously!

We only hold these work days once or twice per year, so this is your opportunity to contribute to your club and range. Hope to see you there! Please and thank you.

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes – April 19, 2016

Custer Rod and Gun Club
Board Meeting Minutes
April 19, 2016 7:00 PM
Spotted Eagle

Call to order: 7:00 PM

Present: Randy Anderson, Ty Rainey, Jesse Smith, Cheri Reed, Todd Burch, Daniel DeLong, Tom Fulton, Larry Hudson, Jim Keith, Marty Scheid

Reading of previous meeting minutes:
– Jim Keith motioned “We accept the minutes from the March meeting, as posted on the website.” The motion was seconded, and passed.

Reading of current financial report: Postponed until later in the meeting.

Presidents Report:
– Randy Anderson had nothing to report.

Reports of Boards and Standing/Special Committees:
– Keith Hall reported that the youth shoots are all expected to be held as planned.

– Keith Hall reported that 4H didn’t use Spotted Eagle as planned on March 29th, and will want to reschedule. They will contact us when they are ready.

– Randy Anderson that Ken Boschee is still working with the trap thrower manufacturer and they think that a relay that was previously replaced, may not have been the correct relay.

– Jesse Smith read highlights of the results of the membership survey the Board sent out last month.

Tod Burch motioned, “We post the entirety of the survey, minus the column that contains member’s contact information, on the website along with select comments by the Board.” The motion was seconded, and passed.

Reading of current financial report: Cheri Reed reported we currently have $29,622.00 in the bank.

– John Bradley from Montana Wildlife Federation reported he was attending the meeting to introduce himself to the new Directors and reported that the MWF will be celebrating their 80th anniversary May 14th in Helena. If anyone happens to be in the area, they are invited to attend. He will send the club an email with more details.

Old Business:
– Cheri Reed motioned, “We cancel the rile range work day in April and reschedule it for June 4th.” The motion was seconded, and passed.

– Vote on motion made by Todd Burch, and seconded at last month’s meeting to amend the club Bylaws to include “All club memberships will be sold December 1 through February 15th at which time no further memberships or renewals will be sold for the remainder of the year. The club may at it’s discretion, host a limited number of staffed “Range Days” where the public can attend for a fee per firearm”. The motion passed.

– Vote on motion made by Cheri Reed, and seconded at last month’s meeting “To cease 2016 renewals of memberships effective June 1st 2016, final notices will be sent to the delinquent members.” The motion passed.

New Business:
– Bob Brown requested to hold a Dog Days Shoot July 16th at the Sunday Creek Rifle and Pistol range. He would set up starting the morning of 15th, hold the shoot and tear down on the 16th. The 200 yard range would need to be closed both days.

Tom Fulton motioned “We allow Mr. Brown to run the Dog Days shoot on July 16th, which will require closing the 200 yard range on the 15th and 16th and the club will provide people to supervise the gate.” The motion was seconded, and passed.

– FWP requested to use the Spotted Eagle clubhouse for a Kids Fishing Day May 5th 7am – 3pm. Jim Keith motioned “To allow FWP to use the Spotted Eagle clubhouse on May 5th.” The motion was second, and passed. Keith Hall volunteered to open the clubhouse for them.

– Jesse Smith motioned “To amend the Bylaws to remove Article XI, Section 1, Sub-Section B; and clauses 1, and 2.” The motion was seconded and will be voted on at the next meeting.

– Jesse Smith motioned “To amend Article 1, Section 1, Sub-Section B; to read, ‘B) A member’s spouse and children (under 18 years of age) will have the use of the club as an associate member with all the privileges of the club, with the member present and responsible for them. They will not have a vote and cannot hold an office as an associate member. All associate members will be accompanied by member.'” The motion was seconded and will be voted on at the next meeting.

– A work day to gut out the bathroom at the Spotted Eagle clubhouse was scheduled for 9:00 AM May 14th.

Nominations and Elections:
– To fill the vacant Director position on the board, formally held by William Williams, Tom Fulton nominated Shane Adams, Ty Rainey nominated Chris Schlep. Both nominations were seconded. Shane Adams received the majority of the votes and was elected to the Board of Directors until the 2017 Annual Meeting.

Good and Welfare:
– Todd Burch reported that there have been non-members caught shooting pistols and rifles at the Spotted Eagle trap range. If anyone sees someone shooting anything other than shotguns or archery, the police should be called immediately.

Jesse Smith motioned, “We authorize a budget of $200 to purchase 3 or 4 signs for Spotted Eagle that state it is shotgun only.” The motion was seconded and passed.

Adjourned: 9:01 PM

Regional Events have moved

For ease of updating, our Regional Events page has been replaced with our facebook page. You do not need to have a facebook account to view our page. Just click the link below…

Regional Events & facebook page

If you or your club have upcoming events in the area, that are related to shooting, hunting, archery, wildlife, etc. please send us the information or link, and we’ll gladly share it on our page.

Board Meeting Agenda – April 19, 2016

Custer Rod and Gun Club
Board Meeting Agenda
April 19, 2016
Spotted Eagle

Call to order:
Attendance:
Reading of Minutes From Previous Meeting:
Treasurer’s Report:
President Report:

Committee Reports:
– Keith Hall sent word that the 4H didn’t use the Spotted Eagle on March 29th, and will want to reschedule. They were told not on a Sunday or Wednesday.
– Trap Thrower Options and Estimates
– Membership Survey Results

Old Business:
– Fire prevention work day at Sunday Creek
– Vote on motion by Todd Burch and seconded to amend club policy or by-laws to include “All club memberships will be sold December 1 through February 15 at which time no further memberships or renewals will be sold for the remainder of the year. The club may, at its discretion, host a limited number of staffed “Range Days” where the public can attend for a fee per firearm”
– Vote on motion by Cheri Anderson “To cease 2016 renewals of memberships effective June 1st (2016) final notices will be sent to the delinquent members.”

New Business:
– Bob Brown request to hold a Dog Days Shoot July 19th.
– FWP Wants to use Spotted Eagle clubhouse for Kids Fishing Day May 5th 7 am – 3 pm
– Amend By-Laws to remove Article XI, Section 1, Sub-Section B; and clauses 1 and 2.
– Amend Article 1, Section 1, Sub-Section B; to replace the words “Associate members under 16 years of age” with the words “All Associate members”.
– Need to schedule a work day at to start work at Spotted Eagle clubhouse

Nominations and Elections:
– Nominations to fill vacant position on the Board of Directors (formally held by William Williams)

Good and Welfare:

Adjourn:

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Action Pistol Shooting starts!

It’s that time of year again, and the first Action Pistol shoot of 2016 is scheduled for Thursday May 5th at 6:00 PM.

Here are the scenarios we’ll be shooting…
Stage # 1 All Hands On Deck
Stage # 2 Around Every Corner
Stage # 3 Got Ammo?
Stage # 4 Randomly designed Steel Challenge-like stage. (15 rounds min.)

You can read more about our Action Pistol shoots HERE

Hope to see you all there!

Board Meeting Minutes – March 15, 2016

Custer Rod and Gun Club
Board Meeting
March, 15 2016
VFW

Meeting called to order at 7:06 PM
Present: Randy Anderson, Todd Burch, Ty Rainey, Larry Hudson, Marty Scheid, Randy Hart, Daniel Delong, Cheri Anderson
Also present: Keith Hall and Kevin Anderson
Absent: Jesse Smith, Tom Fulton, Jim Keith

Previous Minutes:
Todd Burch moved to accept as posted on web site, (Marty 2nd) passed.

Financial Report:
Cheri Anderson reports $27,145.01 in the account but has not deducted the bills for this month.

Presidents report:
– Club has obtained .22 shells for the youth shoot. Cabela’s is still working on the last of the requests.

– Youth .22 shooting: Keith Hall will finalize dates and report further details at the April meeting. May possibly start around the 12th of May.

– Keith Hall reports Montana Hunters education held a Field Day Course on February 28th at Spotted Eagle. Present were 37 youth 10 years and older along with 10 instructors. The trap and bow ranges were shut down from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm for set up, class and tear down.

– Details are forthcoming from Keith Hall on the June 4th youth shotgun camp, he expects to have most of it by next meeting.

– Randy Anderson reports MLEA (Montana Law Enforcement Academy) will use the Sunday Creek Range on July 12 and 13, they have been granted use under club policy but after discussion by the Board will not be allowed exclusive use of the entire facility. One range will be left for the use of members.

Old Business:
– The Amendment to Article I, Section 1, Sub-Section A, passed by unanimous vote. Dan Delong pointed out that some manner of notice would have to be included on the membership application and there would have to be means of acknowledgement like a box to check or something.

– New memberships applications and temporary ones sold through Red Rock. This will be a time dependent process and with a full schedule Randy doesn’t know when he will get to it.

– The trap at Spotted Eagle is still not working right, Randy will see if he can take a look at it. Cheri believes that it may be a leaking hydraulic cylinder.

New Business:
– Jesse Smith sent report that Eric Fritz of EDC LLC. has requested the use of two pistol bays and the clubhouse at Sunday Cr. on April 30th, the usual $100.00 charge will apply. Passed unanimous.

– Randy Anderson suggests in expectation of a probable fire season we take precautionary measures to avoid range closure. A fire berm should be established around the property. The board discussed measures that the club can take and established a tentative date of April 23rd for a Spring range maintenance day, at which time we will back burn the dead growth. Announcements will need to be sent and work crew commitments will be needed. Randy will contact the college construction program to see if dozing a road/berm would be of interest to them. This would also be beneficial in regards to fence maintenance.

– Appeal of late membership renewal charges was not addressed as the party failed to attend. The Post marked envelope was made available for the boards inspection.

– Discussion on what to do about delinquent memberships that have failed to return HID cards has resulted in a motion to amend club policy and possibly by-laws. A previous motion was made to strictly enforce policy and ban offending members for a five (5) year period, was rescinded. The current proposal is as follows: “All club memberships will be sold December 1 through February 15 at which time no further memberships or renewals will be sold for the remainder of the year. The club may, at its discretion, host a limited number of staffed “Range Days” where the public can attend for a fee per firearm” (to be clarified, there was mention of $10.00 and $20.00 per firearm). Todd Burch made the motion, it received a second (Larry) and will be voted on at the April meeting. This motion if passed will take effect 1 December 2016.

– Cheri Anderson introduce a motion to cease renewals of memberships effective June 1st (2016) final notices will be sent to the delinquent members. This motion also received a second (Marty) and will be voted on at the April meeting.

Nominations and Elections of Officers:
– Jesse Smith sent report that Nancy Okerman has expressed interest in helping out at Spotted Eagle and he will contact her about the possibly of nominating her to fill the vacant board position. Keith Hall also offered to fill any positions if needed. We currently have a vacated board position and will conduct nominations/ selections at the April meeting.

Meeting adjourned 8:55

Youth Shotgun Day Camp

Custer Rod & Gun Club
Youth(10-17) Day Camp in Shotgun Shooting
Date: Saturday June 4th, 2016

Time:
9am-9:30 (registration) sign release from parent/guardian
9:30-11:30 (gun safety, class-no live ammo will be allowed in classroom)
11:30-12:30 (lunch bring your lunch & snacks & drinks no glass bottles)
12:30-5 (live shooting)
5-5:30 (show and tell) Location: Spotted Eagle Trap and Skeet Range

Cost: FREE
Free use of club guns, shells, targets and Instruction by certified NRA instructors and coaches.

Event Purpose: To provide youth with instructions in Safe gun. Handling and a basic knowledge of trap and skeet shooting.

NOTE: At all times, ammo will be kept under the control of the instructors/coaches. (Class limited to 30 kids) call to reserve a spot

Call Keith Hall at 232-1449 or Steve Jacobs 234-3016 for info

22 Rifle shoot for Youth

Custer Rod & Gun Club 2016 22 Rifle shoot for Youth (8 to 17) May 12 to June 9 2016

12 May 5:30 to 6:00 registration at VFW Hall Post 1579 AT 119 N. 6th in Miles City sign release from parent/guardian
6:00 to 8:00 gun safety class-no live ammo will be allowed in classroom at VFW
19 May shooting at range (Water plant) 6:00 to 8:00
26 May shooting at range (Water plant) 6:00 to 8:00
2 June shooting at range (Water plant) 6:00 to 8:00
9 June shooting at range (Water plant) 6:00 to 8:00

Cost: FREE

Free use of club guns, shells, targets and
Instruction by certified instructors and coaches.
For more information, please contact Jim or James Coleman 874-8892 or Keith Hall 232-1449

Concealed Handgun Training

Concealed Handgun Training

EDC Training LLC. Will be holding a class on Saturday April 30th, in Miles City. This will be an Introduction to Concealed Carry Class. This class is for the individual that may or may not hold a Montana Concealed Carry Permit and is wanting to learn more about the Defensive use of a handgun.

This course addresses the effective concealed carry and use of the handguns popular today. The course will address the advantages and disadvantages of the various types, models, configurations and calibers of such Handguns, as well as the most effective support equipment and methods of concealed carry. The program consists of both classroom discussion, and live fire drills on the range. This course introduces the student to techniques applicable to defensive use of the handgun. Emphasis is put on shooting skill development for application in real-life circumstances. The fundamentals of Mindset, Gun-handling, and Marksmanship are covered in lecture while the practical aspects are taught on the range. Other course topics include Situational Awareness, equipment selection, safety, handling, loading, unloading, malfunction clearance, drawing and firing techniques. Cost of this class will be $100.00

Required equipment list:
* Centerfire Handgun in a minimum defensive caliber (generally, 9mm or .38spl or larger)
* Ammunition 100 rounds.
* Spare magazines or speedloaders
* Spare ammunition pouches, carrier, or magazine holster
* Method of carrying the handgun (i.e.- suitable belt and belt holster, Shoulder holsters generally not acceptable- you “sweep” others when drawing the firearm)
* Ear protection
* Eye protection
* Clothing suitable for the weather
* Cap with a brim
* Rugged shoes or boots
* Lunch and hydration fluid (water sports drink etc for the day)

Board of Directors Meeting Agenda – March 15, 2016

Custer Rod and Gun Club
Board of Directors Meeting Agenda
March 15, 2016 7:00 PM
VFW

Call to order:
Roll call of officers:

Reading of previous meeting minutes:

Reading of current financial report:

President report:
– .22 shells for Youth .22 shoots

– Keith Hall to report on:
• FWP Field Day Feb. 28, June 25, July 21
• Verify dates of Youth .22 Shoot
• Plans for Youth Shotgun Camp June 4

Reports of Boards and Standing/Special Committees:
– Trap thrower status and grant prospect information

Old business:
– Motion on the table has been seconded and needs to be voted on: Randy Anderson motioned, “We amend Article I, Section 1, Sub-Section A, of the club By-Laws to read ‘Any person may become a member upon completion of a membership card and paid dues, provided they are a legal citizen of the United States of America. In the event they are not a legal citizen they may petition the Board of Directors for an exception.’”

– New membership applications and temporary access codes at Red Rock

New business:
– Fire berm around range in preparation for dry season
– Alan Dodge wants to appeal his late renewal charges

Nomination and election of officers and board of directors:
– Nominations to fill director position vacated by William Williams

Good and welfare:

Adjourn:

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Fallon County Shooting Range Grand Opening March 5th

Shane Bettenhausen asked us to pass along the following message…

We will be having our Grand Opening at the indoor pistol and archery range March 5th 9:00AM to 5:00PM, bring your firearms and bows and shoot for free. The outdoor rifle and pistol ranges will also be open. There will be door prizes and refreshments, one and one half miles West of Baker, MT on Hiway 12.

Shane Bettenhausen
Fallon County Shooting Range

Meeting of the Board of Directors minutes – Feb. 16, 2016

Custer Rod and Gun Club
Directors Meeting
2/16/16
VFW

Call to order: 7:10 PM

Attendance: Randy Anderson, Ty Rainy, Jesse Smith, Cheri Reed, Todd Burch, Randy Hart, Larry Hudson, Jim Keith, Marty Scheid

Reading of Previous Meeting Minutes: Jesse Smith motioned “We accept the minutes from the Dec. meeting as they are posted on the website.” The motion was seconded and passed.

President Report:
(none)

Committee Reports:
Rifle Range – Randy Anderson reported that he talked to Pacific Steel and they have all the steel we need for the VMR/HP 100 yard range for approximately $115.

Trap Range – Cheri Reed reported we still only have one working trap thrower, and one that will only throw doubles. Ken Boschee has been working with Pat-Trap and still hasn’t been able to get it running. Shipping the thrower to be refurbished would cost around $9,000 plus shipping, flaying someone in from Pat-Trap to fix it would cost around $15,000. Cheri suggests we looking into finding grant to buy a new trap thrower. She will research options and report again next month.

Cowboy Action – Randy Hart reported the Cowboy Action is still going on, as long as the weather is warm people are showing up.

Annual Meeting – Cheri Reed reported that after paying for the three guns used as prizes, and paying for the Town and Country Club facilities and food, and subtracting the money raised selling raffle tickets at the banquet, the total cost to the club was approximately $110.
Jesse Smith reported that everyone was so happy with the venue, that he went ahead and pre-booked the Town and Country club again for next year’s Annual Meeting and Banquet.

Old Business:
Sales of new club memberships – No motion made to change our sales procedure for new club memberships. All new club membership sales will remain online only. Randy Anderson, will look into the viability of leaving membership applications and temporary access codes at Red Rock. He will present options at the next meeting.

New Business:
Spotted Eagle Clubhouse Renovations – Nothing has been done yet, but we need volunteers to get going the on restoration work soon.

Turning delinquent membership accounts from 2012 and 2013 in to collections – Jim Kieth motion “We vote if we’re going to collections or not.” The motion was seconded and passed. The Board voted to NOT send delinquent accounts to collections. Instead, Randy Anderson will email a list of past due members who have not returned their access card, to all the Board members, who will then attempt to collect cards or late fees from those members as we see them in the community.

Jim Kieth motioned, “We start the annual meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.” The motion was seconded, and passed.

Randy Anderson motioned, “We amend Article I, Section 1, Sub-Section A, of the club By-Laws to read ‘Any person may become a member upon completion of a membership card and paid dues, provided they are a legal citizen of the United States of America. In the event they are not a legal citizen they may petition the Board of Directors for an exception.'” The motion was seconded and will be voted on at the next meeting of the Board of Directors.

Jesse Smith suggested setting up a survey on Survey Monkey, for the club membership to answer in order to provide feedback and to the directors on what the members are please with, dislike, and what they would like to see in the future. The Board will work by email to compose a list of questions to be approved at the next Board meeting.

Montana Law Enforcement Association (MLEA) wants to use the the range July 12, and 13th. Randy Anderson will work with them to bring more details to the Board before any motion is made.

Peasants Forever wants to borrow the clubs tables for their Banquet on March 19th. Todd Burch motioned, “We loan our tables to Pheasants Forever for their banquet” The motion was seconded and passed.

Nominations and Election of Officers:
Randy Anderson reported that William Williams has resigned from the board. Cheri Reed motioned, “We table nominating a replacement for William Williams until next months meeting.”

Good and Welfare:
(none)

Adjourn:
Cheri Reed motioned, “We adjourn.” The motion was seconded and passed at 9:53 PM