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Board of Directors Meeting Minutes October 15, 2025

Sunday Creek Range, 7 pm October 15, 2025

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Chris Schlepp, Erin O’Connor, Devan McGranahan, Travis Helm and Randy Hart.

Minutes were approved as written, motion by Chris, 2nd Erin.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $16,331.05. The CD balance is $6,118.60.

President report, all is good, only a couple of membership questions.

Membership report: a slight issue with updates Devan is working on it.

Action Pistol: season over, well attended this year with lots of help.

Shotgun: Still going weather permitting. We should be getting a check from MT High School Rodeo for the shooting sports trap shooting event for $80.

Archery: Nothing, Chris was worried about the damage to the target butts at Spotted Eagle. Discussion, no action.

SASS shooting-Coming up on Saturday

Muzzleloader: No report

New Business: Devan, Marty and Travis to purchase guns for the banquet raffle

Discussion of allowing AR rifles in pistol bay closest to range with no steel. No action taken.

No other business conducted.

The next meeting is November 19th, Spotted Eagle Club House

Meeting adjourned at 7:50 pm.

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes August 27, 2025

Spotted Eagle Range, 7 pm August 27, 2025

Board of the Directors meeting was to be held on August 20th, however because of conflicts it was moved to August 27th at Spotted Eagle Range.

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Devan McGranahan, Erin O’Connor, Travis Helm, Mark Jacobson, Donald Cooner and Randy Hart.

Meeting Minutes for the July 16, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting, Matt made a motion to accept as posted. Devan 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $12,511.69. The CD balance is $6090.69.

President’s Report: not many issues to report, things are going smoothly.

Membership Director Report: Devan said membership is 424 paid members. Computer relay system is working well.

Action pistol: Lee good help on setting up and good turn outs. Regular shoots taking place. 10-12 shooters End of the season shoots in September. $310 deposit to Marty.

Shotgun-summer schedule on going. Jon Hofer Memorial 5 stand August 10th great turnout. Deposits from Jeff and Matt $565 and $4??

Archery- Chris stated trailer is moved to Sunday Creek Range no shoot for a month.

SASS-Randy said there hasn’t been a shoot

Muzzleloader-Mark Jacobson said next shoot is September 27 at Sunday Creek hoping for a good turnout. Only a couple of attendees.

Old Business: None

New Business: Jeff asked to use Sunday Creek Range for High School Rodeo rifle shoot, then Spotted Eagle for High School Rodeo Trap Shoot both on October 10th. Also requested Spotted Eagle for 4H Shooting Sports Training on December 13. Both Approved.

Marty made a motion to allow up to $5,000 for banquet gun prizes, Devan 2nd Passed.

Next meeting Sunday Creek Clubhouse, September 17, 2025 at 7 pm

Meeting adjourned at 7:19 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes September 17, 2025

Sunday Creek Range, 7 pm September 17, 2025

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Erin O’Connor, Matt Lewin and Randy Hart.

There was no quorum

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $17,306.01. The CD balance is $6090.69.

Jeff brought up a request for Custer Network Against Domestic Abuse for a membership for the silent auction. Approved by all present.

No other business conducted.

The next meeting is October 15, 7 pm at Spotted Eagle

Meeting adjourned at 7:10 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes August 27, 2025

Spotted Eagle Range, 7 pm August 27, 2025

Board of the Directors meeting was to be held on August 20th, however because of conflicts it was moved to August 27th at Spotted Eagle Range.

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Devan McGranahan, Erin O’Connor, Travis Helm, Mark Jacobson, Donald Cooner and Randy Hart.

Meeting Minutes for the July 16, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting, Matt made a motion to accept as posted. Devan 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $12,511.69. The CD balance is $6090.69.

President’s Report: not many issues to report, things are going smoothly.

Membership Director Report: Devan said membership is 424 paid members. Computer relay system is working well.

Action pistol: Lee good help on setting up and good turn outs. Regular shoots taking place. 10-12 shooters End of the season shoots in September. $310 deposit to Marty.

Shotgun-summer schedule on going. Jon Hofer Memorial 5 stand August 10th great turnout. Deposits from Jeff and Matt $565 and $4??

Archery- Chris stated trailer is moved to Sunday Creek Range no shoot for a month.

SASS-Randy said there hasn’t been a shoot

Muzzleloader-Mark Jacobson said next shoot is September 27 at Sunday Creek hoping for a good turnout. Only a couple of attendees.

Old Business: None

New Business: Jeff asked to use Sunday Creek Range for High School Rodeo rifle shoot, then Spotted Eagle for High School Rodeo Trap Shoot both on October 10th. Also requested Spotted Eagle for 4H Shooting Sports Training on December 13. Both Approved.

Marty made a motion to allow up to $5,000 for banquet gun prizes, Devan 2nd Passed.

Next meeting Sunday Creek Clubhouse, September 17, 2025 at 7 pm

Meeting adjourned at 7:19 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes July 16, 2025

Spotted Eagle Range, 7 pm July 16, 2025

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Devan McGranahan, Erin O’Connor, Travis Helm, Mark Jacobson, Donald Cooner and Randy Hart.

Meeting Minutes for the June 18, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting, Erin made a motion to accept with a correction of date of next meeting and location. Travis 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $18,188.79. The CD balance is $6090.69.

President’s Report: not many issues to report

Membership Director Report: Devan said membership is 436 members. Computer relay system is working. Remote updates are now available.

Action pistol: Lee good help on setting up and good turn outs. Regular shoots taking place.

Shotgun-summer schedule on going. Introduction to Shotgun shooting for youth in conjunction with 4H (club donates targets, 4H the ammo). Jon Hofer Memorial 5 stand August 10th, range is closed on the 9th for Hunter Ed.

Archery- Chris stated no shoots, they are moving the target trailer to Sunday Creek to set up a 3D range on our own property.

SASS-Randy said there hasn’t been a shoot

Muzzleloader-Mark Jacobson said next shoot is July 26 at Sunday Creek hoping for a good turnout.

Old Business: None

New Business: None

Next meeting Sunday Creek Clubhouse, August 20, 2025 at 7 pm

Meeting adjourned at 7:42 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes June 18, 2025

Sunday Creek Range, 7 pm June 18, 2025

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Devan McGranahan, Erin O’Connor, Matt Lewin Mark Jacobson, Donald Cooner and Randy Hart.

Meeting Minutes for the May 21, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting, Marty made a motion to accept minutes as written, Erin 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $13,417.71. The CD balance is $6090.69.

President’s Report: not many issues to report

Membership Director Report: Devan said membership is 433 members, tentative testing of computer system working, still needs another low cost app.

Action pistol: Lee 45 shooters May and up to meeting date even with weather issues.

Shotgun-summer schedule on going. Jeff deposited $691 from 4H for targets. Matt/Jeff made a $499 deposit.

Archery- Jason had a 3D shoot Sunday June 15, he gave Jeff his $128 from donations, which was turned over to Marty at the meeting. Jason was made aware that there needed to be safe backstops behind the targets. He agreed to change them.

SASS-Randy said there hasn’t been a shoot

Muzzleloader-Mark Jacobson said he and Randy were the only attendees, next shoot June 28

Old Business: trash barrels were secured and no garbage blew into neighbors yard. Everyone should remove targets from the backstops so they don’t blow away.

New Business: Travis had relayed via text that Jon Hofer 5 stand was good for August 9 (after the meeting it was changed to August 10 Sunday). Lee stated new signage needed to be put on pistol bays, people are shooting rifles there despite signs. Randy made the motion to purchase 10 signs for pistol bays “Pistol calibers only and Shotguns, NO RIFLE Calibers” Matt 2nd, passed.

Next meeting Spotted Eagle July 16, 2025 at 7 pm

Meeting adjourned at 7:42 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes May 21, 2025

Spotted Eagle Range, 7 pm May 21, 2025

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Devan McGranahan, Erin O’Connor, Matt Lewin Justin Hughes, Randy Hart and Travis Helm.

Meeting Minutes for the April 16, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting, Erin made a motion to accept minutes as written, Matt 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $17,692.98. The CD balance is $6090.69.

President’s Report: not many issues to report

Membership Director Report: Devan said membership is 426 members

Action pistol: Lee had 2 shoots in April with 12 and 14 shooters respectively. One in May with 4 shooters. Weather restricted some days.

Shotgun-summer schedule on going. 4H and High School team is done shooting Jeff billed 4H council $691 for targets. Matt made a $417 deposit.

Archery- Jason sold the old targets on line bidding and netter $1991. Chris said there was one buyer didn’t show up

SASS-Randy said there hasn’t been a shoot

Muzzleloader-Mark Jacobson was not present for a report

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business: Lee has repaired some of the target stands and hasn’t purchased any new metal yet.

New Business: Devan wants to purchase a VPN for Sunday Creek and test with his computer to see if he can get remote access. If so he will want to purchase a basic computer to leave at Sunday Creek to facilitate remote access. Devan made the motion, Jeff 2nd motion passed.

Rany Hart stated we needed to secure the trash cans at Sunday Creek. Chris, Lee and Randy will fasten with pull tape or cord.

Chris made a motion after discussion to allow Jason Sibble to find and purchase additional archery 3 D targets to add variety. Chris motioned for $4000 (double the amount the old targets sold for), Jason will provide a list of new targets. Justin 2nd, passed.

Next meeting Sunday Creek Clubhouse June 18, 2025 at 7 pm

Meeting adjourned at 7:37 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes April 16, 2025

Custer County Event Center, 7 pm April 16, 2025

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Devan McGranahan, Erin O’Connor, Matt Lewin Justin Hughes, Donald Cooner, Mark Jacobson and Travis Helm.

Meeting Minutes for the March 19, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting, Marty made a motion to accept minutes as written, Erin 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $29,037.35. The CD balance is $6090.69.

President’s Report: not many issues to report

Membership Director Report: Devan cleared out 165 codes for access cards for failure to renew. 350 paid up members.

Membership Report: Devan was out of town.

Action pistol: Lee had one shoot 14 shooters last week. He received help setting up and taking down.

Shotgun-summer schedule on going. Trap is working, need additional parts, confident that the 2nd trap can be repaired. Jeff is waiting for the payments to catch up with Pat Trap before he orders 3 electric hydraulic valves. Also going to wait until HS and 4H is done on the range in May before tearing into the traps again. 5 stand and skeet are good to go. New Batteries in machines and lawn mowers the other charged. Small turn out for Spotted Eagle clean up day.

Archery- No report, Chris stated that the white targets are flaking off. Sun damage from before the covers were put on. They are still stopping arrows.

SASS-Randy Hart did not attend no report

Muzzleloader-Mark Jacobson will be hosting a fun shoot on April 26th at Sunday Creek

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business: Toilet is replaced at Sunday Creek Clubhouse. Lee will be heading up clean up day at Sunday Creek on May 3

New Business: Jeff noted that the price of clay targets have gone up. Jeff made a motion to increase range fees for Trap, Skeet and 5 stand to $5 for members and non-profits, non-members $6. Devan 2nd Passed.

Lee needs new target bases for Action Pistol Marty made a motion for $300 for steel for bases, Matt 2nd passed.

Next meeting Spotted Eagle Clubhouse May 21 at 7 pm

Meeting adjourned at 7:47 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes March 19, 2025

Custer County Event Center, 7 pm March 19, 2025

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Erin O’Connor, Matt Lewin Justin Hughes, Donald Cooner, Randy Hart, Mark Jacobson and Travis Helm.

Meeting Minutes for the February 1, 2025 Annual Meeting, Matt made a motion to accept minutes as written, Justin 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $29,176.98. The CD balance is $6090.69. Banquet showed a profit of $151.83.

President’s Report: Just a few membership issues. A guy from Washington State is being refunded his membership dues, he was looking for a Custer Gun Club in Washington, he accidently signed up with us.

Membership Report: Devan was out of town.

Action pistol: Lee said Action Pistol is starting Thursday April 3 6pm, free shooting in during April.

Shotgun-summer schedule with time change. Jeff deposited $418 from Trap and Skeet. Traps flooded and do not work. Jeff and Matt will attempt to repair.

Archery- No report, however at least one of the targets (lion) was left out all winter.

SASS-Randy Hart will be hosting the Cowboy Action shoots, they will be fun not overly complicated.

Muzzleloader-Mark Jacobson will be hosting educational and fun shoots with muzzleloaders 3rd Satruday of the month April-August.

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business: Banquet profit $151.85

New Business: Guest Member Leigh Rae Alliison requested the use of the pistol bays for a Watchman Supply self defense course April 18 and 19th. Marty motioned to allow and will assist with access to club house, Erin 2nd passed.

Lee will prepare the clubhouse and replace the toliet.

Jeff requested to order 6 pallets of clay targets from Murdochs or Walmart. Approved.

Lee is attended Range Officer training in Billings, wanted club to pay for motel room. Jeff Motioned, Matt 2nd passed.

Range clean up days Spotted Eagle April 5th, 9 am, Jeff will head up

Sunday Creek Range May 3rd 9 am, No one volunteered to head up.

Next meeting Custer County Event Center, last one of the summer, then back to Spotted Eagle and Sunday Creek rotation.

Meeting adjourned at 7:40 pm

Annual Meeting Minutes February 1, 2025

Custer County Event Center, 6 pm February 1, 2025

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Marty Scheid, Jeff Faycosh, Matt Lewin, Erin O’connor, Devan McGranahan Justin Hughes, and Travis Helm.

A member in the audience made a motion to accept the January minutes as published, 2nd by member, Motion passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $8,959.86. The CD balance is $6090.69.

President’s Report: There are many positions up for reelection this year. We completed several projects more than past years which was expensive. We had insurance deductables from insurance claims for the roof on the Spotted Eagle Clubhouse, we had built range covers on the 200 and 100 yard lines at Sunday Creek. We constructed covers over the archery targets that were upgraded last year. We had metal boxes constructed to house the 5 stand traps. This is intended to speed up the set up of the course for 5 stand so we can shoot it more often. Membership are keeping pace with last numbers from last year.

Action pistol: Free shooting on Thursday night in April, activity through the season was steady with a few new shooters. Lee appreciated the extra help setting up the courses.

Shotgun-Ranges were running most all of last year, 5 stand improvements with the boxes were appreciated. Jon Hofer Memorial 5 stand was ran on August 11th 40 people showed up this year. Barney and Bonnie provided food for lunch. The range will be used for the Custer County High School Trap team as well as 4H Shotgun Shooting Sports. Hunter Ed uses the range in the spring and summer for fiield courses. Matt Lewin runs the ranges and certainly helped out all year.

Archery- With the improvements from last year and the weekly 3D shoots the range has been busy. Jason Sibble has new job duties which takes up his time as a director. He wants to still run the archery range, but doesn’t have time to be a director. Jason and Chris noted the target butts needed more protection from the sun so they would last long. That is why the archery target covers were built. This year there will be more 3D shoots.

SASS-nothing to report

USPSA-basically not being run by the club any longer. Members are still participating in other clubs.

Elections: Because of the replacement of officers and directors the board was asking to have the postions staggered again. This would mean that President position would be for 3 years this election, as would the three director replacements. Motion by Jeff, 2nd by member in audience, motion passed.

The members elected Lee Wankel, President 3 year term expire 2028, Chris Schlepp VP expire 2027, Jeff Faycosh, Sectretary expire 2027, Matt Lewin, Director Expire 2027, erin OConnor, Director expire 2027, Donald Cooner, Director Expire 2028, Mark Jacobsen, Director Expire 2028, Justin Hughes, Director Expire 2027, Randy Hart, Director Expire 2028, Travis Helm, Director Expire 2027.

Prizes were drawn after the election. Clint Grue won the 50/50 drawing, Travis Helm won the volunteer incentive prize, Charles Harris won the door prize, the following people won the rest of the prizes with a couple of winners getting two prizes, Sterling West, Cristi Biddle Goodsell, Daniel Wilson, Cory Hagemeister, Charles Harris, Janet Kohntopp, Leigh Rae Allison, Scott Moore, Luke Shurtliff, Dale Tribby, Lance Robson, Rick Abbott, Lee Wankel.

Thank you to Sponsors: Red Rock Sporting Goods, Randy Hart, Lee Wankel, Todd Steadman, Murdoch’s, Reynolds

Meeting adjourned at 9 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes January 15, 2025

Custer County Event Center, 7 pm January 15, 2025

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Erin O’Connor, Matt Lewin Justin Hughes, Pat Roos and Travis Helm.

Meeting Minutes for the December 18, 2024, Board of Directors Meeting, Matt made a motion to accept minutes as written, Travis 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $11,807.99. The CD balance is $6090.69. Marty stated there was fraudulent activity on the club credit card. Those charges are being reversed and a credit card will be issued later this week.

President’s Report: Just a few membership issues. All is being taken care of as soon as practical.

Membership Report: Devan was out of town.

Action pistol: Lee said that Baker is hosting shoots.

Shotgun-winter schedule, shoot on Sundays, weather permitting at 1 pm.

Archery- Chris said Jason wants to do the archery, but is unable to make director meetings with new job duties.

SASS-No Report nothing scheduled

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business: Marty has the tickets for the raffle. The person who trespassed at night has not posted the apology.

New Business: VFW inquiired about yearly flag donation. Matt made a motion to provide them $50, Erin 2nd Motion passed.

Jeff will draft bylaw changes for the annual meeting so they can be voted on.

Director positions that are open this year due to resignations. Robert, Boager, Jason Sibble and Pat Roos. Lee is up for election because he filled half term. Chris and Jeff are up for election, Matt Lewin, Erin, Justin and Travis. Because the staggered terms are being changed, Lee will expire in 2028 as will Matt, Erin, Justion and Travis. They filled positions will expire in 2027.

Justin will prepare the banquet and will request help when required.

Meeting adjourned at 7:35 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes December 18, 2024

Custer County Event Center, 7 pm December 18 , 2024

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Erin O’Connor, Matt Lewin Justin Hughes, Devan McGranahan and Travis Helm.

Meeting Minutes for the October 16, 2024, Board of Directors Meeting There was no quorum on November 20th, the board of directors stuffed envelopes for the annual meeting notice. Travis made a motion to accept minutes as written, Erin 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $10,043.38. The CD balance is $6090.69.

President’s Report: all quiet, preparing for banquet

Membership Report: Devan said memberships are coming in batches, approximately 120 are paid so far.

Action pistol: No organized shoots, target holders need built and welded.

Shotgun-winter schedule, shoot on Sundays, weather permitting at 1 pm.

Archery- Chris said Jason wants to do the archery, but is unable to make director meetings with new job duties.

SASS-No Report nothing scheduled

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business: 4 colored raffle tickets, 50/50 drawing 3 levels of tickets with limited number sold on main prize.

New Business: Person trespassing on the range December 3 will be given the opportunity to apologize to the club on a facebook posting. If he fails to do so, then the Sheriff’s Office will be advised of his admission and ask for trespassing charges to be pursued. Jeff will draft the letter, have the board edit and Jeff will personally serve the letter on the violator.

By law suggestions for the annual meeting of violations, including hunting on property, littering, damage from rule violations, exploding targets, using range after hours will be, reimburse the club for damages and loss of membership and notice not to be on club property for 6 months to a year.

Meeting adjourned at 7:48 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes October 16, 2024

Spotted Eagle Clubhouse, 7 pm October 16 , 2024

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Erin O’Connor, Matt Lewin Justin Hughes, Devan McGranahan and Travis Helm.

Meeting Minutes for September 18, 2024, Board of Directors Meeting. Chris made a motion to accept minutes as written, Matt 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $17,175.94. The CD balance is $6060.30.

President’s Report: Lee stated he believes the gate issues are fixed now.

Membership Report: Devan said 507 members now, log in on gate is working, still trying to get the computer situation taken care of. The refurbished computer wasn’t so refurbished as it was hoped.

Action pistol: two shoots this month, Lee gave away 6 prizes one was to a dedicated assistant in setting up the shoots.

Shotgun-regular use of trap and skeet ranges, with some modified 5 stand in play, deposit of $598 from range use.

Archery- Jason was making a $281 deposit from the shoots.

SASS-No Report nothing scheduled

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business: Banquet Gun committee to purchase prizes this week on Thursday.

New Business: Potato Bar for Banquet is approved.

Meeting adjourned at 7:22 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes September 18, 2024

Sunday Creek Range, 7 pm September 18 , 2024

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Jeff Faycosh, Marty Scheid, Erin O’Cconnor, Matt Lewin Justin Hughes, Devan McGranahan and Travis Helm.

Meeting Minutes for August 21, 2024, Board of Directors Meeting. Erin made a motion to accept minutes as written, Matt 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $17,226.65. The CD balance is $6060.30.

President’s Report: Lee and Devan are working on the computer issues for the membership cards and gate.

Action pistol: two shoots this month and is going to try and shoot through September.

Shotgun-regular use of trap and skeet ranges.

Archery- No report

SASS-No Report nothing scheduled

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business: Law Enforcement MHP and Custer SO wants to place a conex container on the range. They also want to complete night qualifications, noted that Randy Hart needs to be made aware including the board with the night shoot takes place. Marty made a motion to for conex and night range, Justin 2nd, motion passed.

New Business: Banquet prize amount for guns. Marty motioned $7,000, Devan 2nd Motion passed. Committee to pick guns, Marty, Lee, Justin, Travis and Erin. Discussions on menu for Banquet, potato bar seems high on the list at this point. Club wants 3 sections of the event center.

Meeting adjourned at 7:33 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes, 08/21/2024

Custer Rod and Gun Club Meeting 8/21/2024

In attendance:  Lee Wankle; Chris Schlepp; Matt Lewin; Marty Scheid; Erin O’Conner; Devan McGranahan; Justin Hughes; Travis Helm

7:04 Meeting is called to order by Lee Wankle.

Marty moves to accept the minutes as posted on the website.  Matt 2nds.  All concur. Motion Passes.

Treasurer’s report: Marty briefs that there is $25,664.05 in the main account and $6,060.30 in the Certificate of Deposit.  He adds that the CD will mature in November 2024.

President’s Report:  Lee states that attendance has been steady, Bills are paid and the PayPal account is active.

It was discussed that since there is now a Membership Officer, there should be a Membership Report.  This being a new requirement, Devan was not aware/prepared and has been busy traveling abroad recently.  There is a plan for providing timely service when member cards are faulty.  Lee volunteered to hold onto a few pre-activated cards that can be issued to members.  It is reported that there are only about 20 cards remaining to be issued.  Marty stated he would order another 100 to provide ample numbers.

Action Pistol:  Lee reported that the past three matches have consistently had 12-13 shooters.  He also stated that help for setup has also improved.  He plans to continue holding matches through September.  He provided $310 for deposit.

Shotgun:  Matt provided $697 for deposit.  Jon Hofer Memorial 5 Stand shoot went well.  There were 33-45 in attendance and at least 22 individual shooters.  The day resulted in 11 rounds of 5 shooters each.  The Keith Hall Memorial shoot needs to be planned.  Last year it was held on November 4, 2023.

Archery:  No shoot in the past month due to Heat, Jason’s schedule, Antelope Season, Fair and other upcoming season openings.  Chris reported that Jason does have some proceeds that will need to be deposited.  Chris has new signage to be posted.  Marty and Chris will meet and get the signs paid for on 8/22/2024.  Lee requests they also pickup a white backer for the main entrance sign for the Spotted Eagle Ranges.  Dimensions needed are 38” x 96”.

Marty reported that he deposited $6,500 from the Insurance claim on the Spotted Eagle Clubhouse damage.  There were no insurance proceeds from the damage that occurred at the Sunday Creek Ranges as the outlying buildings/structures were not covered.

OLD BUSINESS:

Chris suggested contacting contractors from Billings for the repair of the Sunday Creek range shade covers.  He recommended getting quotes for both the 100 and 200 yard ranges.

NEW BUSINESS:

Chris took the lawnmower to Bobcat for repairs.  Since it was purchased last October it could still be under warranty.  A spring had broken and should be an easy fix.

Yellowstone Militia Training.  Representative was a no show to discuss his plans.  Travis reported that on Saturday Aug 17th there was a group of 4-5 vehicles at the pistol bays conducting a form of organized shooting, possibly training.  It was decided that if a member conducts their own training, then the club is not liable.  There cannot be a fee charged for these informal and unsanctioned training sessions.

Sheriff department also wants to use the range for training events.  Potential need for bringing out their own storage container to be maintained on site.

No other business.  Matt made a motion to adjourn.  Marty 2nds.  All in favor.  Meeting adjourned at 7:20.  Minutes by Travis Helm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes July 17, 2024

Spotted Eagle Range, 7 pm July 17, 2024

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Marty Scheid, Jeff Faycosh, Erin O’connor, Matt Lewin and Travis Helm.

Meeting Minutes for June 19, 2024, Board of Directors Meeting. Erin made a motion to accept minutes as written, Matt 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $32,276.80. The CD balance is $6060.30.

President’s Report: There is some problems continuing with the key cards. Lee is contacted weekly. Marty has some keys already activated that Lee can hand out and update the information with Devan. Suggested that Lee is provided with 10 or so activated cards to take care of issues when Devan is out of the area.

Action pistol: two shoots with 14 and 5 participants. Lee stated if he doesn’t get any set up help he will discontinue the Thursday shoots.

Shotgun-regular use of trap and skeet. 5 stand boxes are complete and Jeff will line up how to get them to the range.

Archery- Saturday shoots are doing well Bow season is rapidly approaching. Chris stated that Jason had a Steel Elk target made. Chris said that there has been $310 collected from the shootts.

SASS-No Report nothing scheduled

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business: Travis has the poster for the Jon Hofer shoot on August 11. He will get them distributed. Lee delivered the walk behind mower to the Conex box.

New Business: The insurance covers only the clubhouse and not the rifle range covers which were damaged in the storm on July 13. The Spotted Eagle roof was damaged and is covered. A contractor will have to be hired to reroof the clubhouse. Steel was preferred if we can afford it.

Clean up day at Spotted Eagle set for Saturday August 3rd at 8 am, Jeff ramrod the clean up day.

Meeting adjourned at 7:34 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes June 19, 2024

Sunday Creek Range, 7 pm June 19, 2024

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Marty Scheid, Jeff Faycosh, Erin O’connor, Justin Hughes, Devan McGranahan and Travis Helm.

Meeting Minutes for May 15, 2024, Board of Directors Meeting. Chris made a motion to accept minutes as written, Justin 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $34,865.95. The CD balance is $6060.30.

President’s Report: Some troubles with key cards, Devan got it fixed with reset.

Action pistol: Four shoots with 14-8-9 and 4 participants. The last shoot being a steel challenge. The 2nd Thursday of each month will be a steel challenge. Deposit of $210

Shotgun-regular use of trap and skeet. 5 stand needs helpers to set up $1,265 deposit.

Archery- Saturday shoots are picking up 7 or 8 shooters, trailer needs cleaning bad and unpacked, lots of mice. The 1st prototype of lid for the targets is up. The rest will be assembled and installed.

SASS-No Report nothing scheduled

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business: The sign has been repaired and will be installed by Ben Beardsley.

New Business: Chris wanted to get a walk behind mower to keep at Spotted Eagle. Board approved the purchase without motion. $500 budgeted

Jeff stated that the 5 stand would be used more if it didn’t take so many people to move equipment. He proposed 4 metal boxes that house the throwers be built. The throwers could be left out in position. They could be moved as needed. Justin moved to have the boxes built, Erin 2nd, motion passed $5,000 budget. Jeff will design and get estimate from Ben Beardsley.

Meeting adjourned at 7:35 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes May 15, 2024

Spotted Eagle Range, 7 pm May 15, 2024

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Marty Scheid, Jeff Faycosh, Erin O’connor, Justin Hughes and Travis Helm.

Meeting Minutes for April 17, 2024, Board of Directors Meeting. Marty made a motion to accept minutes as written, Justin 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $28,644.15. The CD balance is $6060.30.

President’s Report: Membership numbers are normal for years past.

Action pistol: two shoots with 19 and 12 participants. The last shoot being a steel challenge. The 2nd Thursday of each month will be a steel challenge.

Shotgun-After further discussion the community grants would not be a good idea on this cycle. The Ducks Unlimited shoot had 29 shooters, lots of fun. DU paid for the targets used @ $4 per 25.

Archery- We are seeing some degradation in the targets they need shade coverings. Chris, Jason and Jeff will work on a solution. Justin made a motion to fund $1,000 for materials, Chris 2nd, motion passed.

SASS-No Report nothing scheduled

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business:

New Business: Travis spoke with Barney and Bonnie Hofer. They would like to see the Jon Hofer Memorial shoot the weekend of August 11th. The would like to see the 5 stand course every 2nd Sunday through the summer. All were in favor if enough members show up to set up the course.

Meeting adjourned at 7:33 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes May 15, 2024

Spotted Eagle Range, 7 pm May 15, 2024

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Marty Scheid, Jeff Faycosh, Erin O’connor, Justin Hughes and Travis Helm.

Meeting Minutes for April 17, 2024, Board of Directors Meeting. Marty made a motion to accept minutes as written, Justin 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $28,644.15. The CD balance is $6060.30.

President’s Report: Membership numbers are normal for years past.

Action pistol: two shoots with 19 and 12 participants. The last shoot being a steel challenge. The 2nd Thursday of each month will be a steel challenge.

Shotgun-After further discussion the community grants would not be a good idea on this cycle. The Ducks Unlimited shoot had 29 shooters, lots of fun. DU paid for the targets used @ $4 per 25.

Archery- We are seeing some degradation in the targets they need shade coverings. Chris, Jason and Jeff will work on a solution. Justin made a motion to fund $1,000 for materials, Chris 2nd, motion passed.

SASS-No Report nothing scheduled

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business:

New Business: Travis spoke with Barney and Bonnie Hofer. They would like to see the Jon Hofer Memorial shoot the weekend of August 11th. The would like to see the 5 stand course every 2nd Sunday through the summer. All were in favor if enough members show up to set up the course.

Meeting adjourned at 7:33 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes April 17, 2024

Custer County Event Center, 7 pm April 17, 2024

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Marty Scheid, Jeff Faycosh, Matt Lewin, Erin O’connor, Devan McGranahan, Robert Boager, Justin Hughes, Travis Helm and Robert Boager.

Meeting Minutes for March 20, 2024, Board of Directors Meeting. Matt made a motion to accept minutes as written, Travis 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $33,957.23. The CD balance is $6060.30.

President’s Report: Need to coordinate emails to advise members, may be more than one.

Action pistol: 8 shooters last Thursday, 2nd Thursday of the month is steel challenge. Can use 22 rimfire on this course..

Shotgun-Ranges are up and running pretty well attended, we got 6 pallets of clay targets from Murdochs. Marty said they are all paid. Jeff is exploring the Community Investment Project Grants for replacing the Trap on the house closest to the skeet range.

Archery- There will be a 3 D shoot on May 4th.

SASS-No Report nothing scheduled

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business: Lee got a hold of Ben Beardsley to repair sign. He will work it into his schedule.

New Business: Lee wanted to get new Dueling Tree for rifle range, plate rack and Texas Start for pistol bays. He will get some estimates for next meeting

Meeting adjourned at 7:41 pm

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes March 20, 2024

Custer County Event Center, 7 pm March 20, 2024

Board Attendance: Lee Wankel, Chris Schlepp, Marty Scheid, Jeff Faycosh, Matt Lewin, Erin O’connor, Devan McGranahan, Robert Boager, Justin Hughes, Travis Helm and Pat Roos.

Meeting Minutes for February 3, 2024 Annual Meeting. Marty made a motion to accept minutes as written, Matt 2nd, passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Marty stated checking account balance is $36,263.71. The CD balance is $6060.30.

President’s Report: We are standing at 416 members so far this year. This is on pace with recent past years.

Action pistol: Free shooting on Thursday night during April.

Shotgun-Ranges are up and running, 4H and High School will be shooting at non-profit/member cost per $4 per round. Matt and Jeff deposited $235 with Marty. They will be on ranges Sunday from 1 to 3 ish. We will have a Welcome To Spotted Eagle day on May 4th from 10 to 3. Ducks Unlimited is hosting a trap shoot. Volunteers for 5 stand and Archery.

Archery- Chris said may run on Fridays

SASS-No Report nothing scheduled

USPSA-will not renew considered defunct.

Old Business: Marty got the final figures from the Annual Meeting we lost $848, but everyone feels it was a success, lots of members and other came out. Repair of sign at Spotted Eagle. Lee said he would contact Ben Beardsley to see if he could repair.

New Business: Jeff asked for signs indicating the archery range is closed during Hunter Ed field days. Approved by board. Devan stated the club laptop is a bit antiquated. Jeff made a motion to allow Devan to spend up to $800 for a new laptop, Pat 2nd motion passed. Jeff asked about applying to Grid United for a grant to repair the trap thrower in the house closest to the trap range. Justin made a motion to apply, Matt 2nd motion passed.

Meeting adjourned at 7:51 pm