Events
Free Fly Fishing Instruction
May 09,2012 15:46
Free Fly Fishing Instruction:
Sunday,May 20th from 2pm till finished using both the Club house in the afternoon and the lake. Open to all club members 14 and above. PA
Fishing license required. All material supplied by Dan Ogren of Orvis.
To register send a note to wcdanp@gmail.com giving the names and contact information. Class limited to about 20. Questions also to Dan.
Volunteers Needed for NRA Women on Target
May 02,2012 10:19
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
NRA PISTOL INSTRUCTORS
NRA RANGE SAFETY OFFICERS
for the
NRA WOMEN ON TARGET PROGRAM
To be held at Southern Chester County Sportsmen's and Farmers' Association on Saturday May 12, 2012.
Female Instructors needed 8:30am to 4:30pm or 11:00 to 4:30pm.
Male Instructors or RSO needed 11:00am to 4:30pm, Saturday May 12, 2012.
Please RSVP ASAP to Mark@DelawareFirearmsTraining.com.
This is an NRA 1st Steps Pistol Course and you will receive NRA Assistant/Instructor/RSO credit for same.
We also need 22 cal Ruger Mark III pistols for the program.
If you're willing to volunteer in any capacity please contact Mark@DelawareFirearmsTraining.com.
Please call Mark Garfinkel at 302-528-5940 or email at Mark@DelawareFirearmsTraining.com with any questions.
Black Powder Match April 29, 2012
April 18,2012 08:31
Southern Chester County Sportsman’s and Farmers Association
Presents
“The Smokin’ Spring Thing 2012”
Muzzleloading Target Match
Sunday April 29, 2012
12:00 Noon until 4:00pm
Do you find Sunday afternoons to be….well… kinda’ boring? Have you been telling yourself that it’s time to get out and have some fun for a change? Well then, put away the lawnmower and garden tools for just one afternoon; put the cell phone on silent and turn off that Lifetime Movie that you’re watching. Yeah, we know you watch chick-flicks! So, instead of doing the same old thing you do every Sunday afternoon, why not get your rifle out of the closet and join us on the 50 yard range for an afternoon of bad jokes, challenging targets and great fellowship? Ok, we promise to keep the bad jokes to a minimum. But, there’s no limit on tall-stories, laughter or strange targets.
Because it’s Sunday, this will be a short match of 4 targets, with 5 to 6 shots for each target. Prizes will be awarded for top 3 scores of each target and will consist of road-kill….or..uhm..I mean…meat of some sort suitable for the grill and maybe some bacon for your breakfast too.
Any iron sight or peep sighted rifle, inline rifles are welcome and encouraged. Blackpowder or suitable Blackpowder substitute will be permitted. Patched round ball or conical bullet is also permissible. Scoped rifles, sorry, that one we can’t do- open sights only.
Scoring will be done by the guy with bad eyesight and less than proficient math skills, who recently lost his calculator so, best of luck!
Due to the short shooting time on Sunday there will be no lunch provided but we will take a short break between targets.
Match fees – Members of Brandywine Long-rifles or SCCS&FA - $10.00
Non Members - $15.00 (unless the non-member has a valid NMLRA or NRA card, then $10.00)
Come on! You can’t even buy a ticket to a bad movie on Sunday for $10.00!
Please, RSVP by sending an email to Blackpowder@sccsfa.org no later than April 27.
Fish Day 2012
March 27,2012 10:08
Note: This event is open only to SCCSFA members and their guests, but only members may fish.
Monday Night Archery League
March 20,2012 14:38
Monday Night Archery League, all members are welcome. Come improve your archery skills every Monday night at 7pm on the indoor range. Click on the link below to view our recent photo gallery.
Send questions to Ray Caba or Rich Debacco at archery@sccsfa.org.
http://gallery.me.com/dbringler#100456
Stocking Help Needed at the Lake
March 16,2012 09:57
Stocking help is needed at the Lake on 3/27/12 at 9am. Bring a 5 gallon bucket and learn where the big ones are. Contact me at Fish-Lake@sccsfa.org or 610-312-9726 if you can help.
--Sonny Maddalozzo
NRA Instructor Shotgun Shooting Course NRA Instructor Shotgun Shooting Course
March 12,2012 10:46
Part 1: NRA Pre-course Qualification Checklist
The NRA Instructor Training Pre-Course Qualification is to be administered after the potential Instructor Candidate has achieved a minimum score of 90 percent on the Basic Shotgun Shooting Course Student Exam (Open Book Exam). The Pre-Course Qualification must be administered before or during an Instructor Training Course and is a hands-on, practical exercise to evaluate an individual's knowledge, skills and attitude in safety, loading, unloading, clearing firearm stoppages, and shooting skills. The qualification is conducted in three phases. Alternatively, candidates may provide documented proof of having scored 50% or greater in any ATA or NSSA event or 45% in any NSCA event.
Please email me so I can send you a copy of the pre-course qualification checklist
This pre-course qualification checklist must be completed by Friday 4/20/2012 and should take approx. 2 hours and is done by appointment and is available most Saturdays and Sundays.
Part 2: NRA Basic Instructor (BIT) Saturday April 21 at 8:15
NRA Instructor courses are discipline specific. Part two of any NRA instructor course is NRA Basic Instructor Training (BIT), utilizing the NRA Trainer's Guide. During this portion, Training Counselors will teach NRA policies and procedures, basic public speaking skills, training methodology, use of a training team and training aids, organizing a course, preparing a budget, and finally preparing to teach. Doors open at 8:15am and as soon as the BIT is completed we will roll right into the NRA Instructor Shotgun Course.
Part 3: NRA Instructor Shot Gun Course, Saturday April 28 at 8:15
To develop NRA Certified Instructors who possess the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to conduct the NRA Basic Shotgun Shooting Course. Doors open at 8:15am and class will end around 6pm.
The cost for the entire course is $200.00 per person. All NRA materials supplied and you're required to have your own shotgun, eyes & ears and approx. 100 round. Any other question or information please call (302-528-5940) or email Mark Garfinkel at mark@delawarefirearmstraining.com
Register for the NRA Instructor Shotgun Shooting Course Click Here http://www.nrainstructors.org/SignupStudent.aspx?id=96514
Upcoming Training Courses at SCCSFA
March 01,2012 16:10
Women on Target with NRA 1st Steps Pistol Program
Sat, May 12, 8:15am – 5:00pm 50 yard Range
Classroom & Range
NRA Basic Pistol Course
Saturday April 14 8:30 to 5:30
Classroom & 15 yard range 1 to 4
Shotgun Instructors Course Part 1
Saturday April 21 8:30 to 6pm
Classroom & Trap Range
Shotgun Instructors Course Part 2
Saturday April 28 8:30 to 6pm
Classroom & Trap Range Contact
For all courses please contact Mark Garfinkel at 302-528-5940.
NRA Junior/Adult Smallbore Rifle Program
February 21,2012 09:46
SCCSFA's Junior and Adult Smallbore Rifle Program will be using the left side of the 75 yard range on Sunday afternoons, 12:00 - 4:00, beginning April 1 and running until November 4, 2012.
2012 IPSC/USPSA Match Schedule
February 21,2012 09:40
2012 IPSC/USPSA matches will be on the third Saturday of the month starting in March and ending in October. If any match is rained out, there will be a makeup match scheduled. Following is the schedule:
- Mar 17
- Apr 21
- May 19
- Jun 16
- Jul 21
- Aug 18
- Sep 15
- Oct 20
Setup starts at 8:00, registration opens at 9:30, walk through is at 10:45. We start shooting at 11:00 and are generally finished by 4:00.
A typical match will be 7 stages including one classifier. Approximately 140 rounds will be required to complete the match.
Cost for the match is $20 for USPSA members and $25 for non-members.
We will be doing pre-registration again this year. Email notices will go out at least one week in advance of the match. Priority for registration goes to people who regularly shoot our matches, but a few slots will be held open for walk-ons.
--
Graham Smith
Match Director, SCCPSA
Fish Day 2012
February 09,2012 09:44
This year's Fish Day will be held on March 31st starting at 8am for children under 12 & senior citizens. All other members can fish at 10am.
This year we will be continuing the limit of 3 trout per day per member. Only members are allowed to fish at any time. (Guests are not allowed to fish.)
The lake will be closed the entire week prior to opening day of trout season.
There is a new path to lake & all members are expected to park in the parking lot by the trap ranges and walk down. There will not be any parking permitted on the grass area nor is anyone permitted to drive down, except handicapped members & members of the Executive/Fish & Lake Committee to perform work.
Any questions please contact fish-lake@scfaa.org
Valentine's Day Party Reminder
February 09,2012 09:43
The second annual Valentine's Day party will be held in the clubhouse this Saturday evening from 6pm - 10pm. Everyone is welcome.
Cost is $5 per person or $7 per couple.
There will be food, snacks & refreshments.
The indoor archery range will be turned into a club style dance floor.
Proceeds go to benefit SCCS&FA Junior shooting sports program.
Constitution Class Reminder
February 09,2012 09:42
The beginning of the 6 week Constitution class will begin this Sunday at 2:45 and go till around 5pm. The classes are provided by the Coalition for Advancing Freedom at no charge. There will be class materials available for sale but purchase is not mandatory to attend the classes. You do not have to attend every class, but once have attended one you won't want to miss any of the others.
PA Hunter/Trapper Education in March
January 18,2012 10:57
SCCSFA will be hosting a PA Hunter/Trapper Education class in March. The dates and times are:
March 6 & 7: 6 to 9 pm
March 10: 8am to 4pm
To register for the class go to:
http://my.register-ed.com/eventregistration/studentregister/19655?
Black Powder Blanket Shoot January 14
January 03,2012 16:28
The Black Powder Committee will have a match on Saturday January 14, 2012 Starting at 10:30 AM (weather permitting) on the 50yd range. This match is in place of the Brandywine Long Rifles match normally run on this Saturday. We are taking this time slot on their behalf, as they decided earlier in the year to leave this date open on their match calendar.
This match will be a "blanket shoot". There will be no entry fee. Bring an item of interest to a muzzleloading shooter of about $10.00 in value. Here are some ideas:
- Cast round balls
- Shooting and/or cleaning patches
- Ball starters
- Patch knife
- Percussion caps or flints
- Small leather items such as ball bags
Check your shooting bag and if you have an item in good condition that you've not needed to use for awhile, chances are pretty good that there may be someone who could use it. Common caliber items for calibers .36 .40 .45 .50 .54 are best.
The match will be open to all muzzleloaders - modern inline shooters are encouraged to attend!
Open or peep sights (sorry, no scopes).
Patched round ball or modern sabot bullets will be permitted.
Black Powder or Approved blackpowder substitutes permitted.
The match will be limited to 6 relays of 5 shots each instead of our usual 8, as we do expect winter weather to be with us. In the event of snow we will postpone to another more suitable Saturday that will be announced as soon as is practical.
Scoring will be the usual half ball or the best judgement of the shoot-master. Disputes will be handled in the usual manner - ignored with the opinion of the shoot-master as the final arbiter. Targets will be the most miserable and confusing we can find in our collection, just so you can clear your head after Christmas party season!
For more info or to RSVP please contact the Black Powder Chairman at blackpowder@sccsfa.org.
Black Powder Blanket Shoot 1/14/12
December 01,2011 10:31
The Black Powder Committee will have a match on Saturday January 14, 2012 Starting at 10:30 AM (weather permitting) on the 50yd range. This match is in place of the Brandywine Long Rifles match normally run on this Saturday. We are taking this time slot on their behalf, as they decided earlier in the year to leave this date open on their match calendar.
This match will be a "blanket shoot". There will be no entry fee. Bring an item of interest to a muzzleloading shooter of about $10.00 in value. Here are some ideas:
- Cast round balls
- Shooting and/or cleaning patches
- Ball starters
- Patch knife
- Percussion caps or flints
- Small leather items such as ball bags
Check your shooting bag and if you have an item in good condition that you've not needed to use for awhile, chances are pretty good that there may be someone who could use it. Common caliber items for calibers .36 .40 .45 .50 .54 are best.
The match will be open to all muzzleloaders - modern inline shooters are encouraged to attend!
Open or peep sights (sorry, no scopes).
Patched round ball or modern sabot bullets will be permitted.
Black Powder or Approved blackpowder substitutes permitted.
The match will be limited to 6 relays of 5 shots each instead of our usual 8, as we do expect winter weather to be with us. In the event of snow we will postpone to another more suitable Saturday that will be announced as soon as is practical.
Scoring will be the usual half ball or the best judgement of the shoot-master. Disputes will be handled in the usual manner - ignored with the opinion of the shoot-master as the final arbiter. Targets will be the most miserable and confusing we can find in our collection, just so you can clear your head after Christmas party season!
For more info or to RSVP please contact the Black Powder Chairman at blackpowder@sccsfa.org.
CORRECTED: Meeting Reminder for November 29, 2011
November 28,2011 09:25
As a reminder, SCCSFA will hold its next meeting tomorrow night, Tuesday,November 29, 2011 commencing at 8:00 PM. See the link below for a proposed agenda (PDF reader required).
agenda_2011_1130
"Agenda" Film Screening 12/7/11
November 08,2011 08:44
SCCSFA will be screening the documentary, Agenda Grinding American Down on December 7, 2011 at 7:00 PM.
The club has permission from the producer for a public screening.
Basic & Junior Rifle Program Sundays on the 75 Yard Range
November 08,2011 08:37
Attention all SCCSFA members:
The 75 yard range will be reserved for the use of the Basic Rifle/Junior Rifle Programs from noon until 4:00 PM on Sundays beginning 11/13/11 and running until 12/18/11. We are hoping that this will be less intrusive to the membership than the previous use of the 50 yard range.
Bonfire 10/15/11
October 12,2011 19:27
This Saturday evening October 15th, we will be having a bonfire. Remember al the plywood target backers that we all shot to bits?
Well, it’s all been piling up & now we are going to consign it all to ashes in one big glorious bonfire.
Bring your roasting sticks & marshmallows & hang out with your fellow club members around the fire. No, we probably won’t be singing kumbayah, but surely someone might make smores.
Fire touches off at dark – Around 6:30pm till ?????
SCCSFA Winter Indoor Archery League
October 02,2011 09:27
SCCSFA Winter Indoor Archery League
January 9 through March 26, 2012
7:00 PM Start
Cost $8.00 per week
450 total score
Classes: AA, A, and B
A signup sheet will be posted in the indoor archery range.
Contact Rich Debacco @ 484-574-4093
2011 600 Round Invitational Archery Shoot
October 02,2011 09:24
SCCSFA will host the 2011 600 round Invitational Archery Shoot on December 10 and 11.
There will be shooting lines for both days, starting at 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
Contact Ray Caba or Rich Debacco.
Ray: 610-842-2130
Rich: 484-574-4093
archery@sccsfa.org
Field Day Reminder
September 29,2011 14:49
This is just a reminder to all members.
Saturday October 1st is the club's field day. This event will be from 10am – 4pm. There will be all kinds of displays & activities in the clubhouse as well as you will be able to renew your membership in person that day. There will be several committee demonstrations taking place on the ranges & in the clubhouse.
The ranges will be closed for general shooting on Saturday. All members are encouraged to participate in the activities.
This event is open to all members as well as the general public.
On Saturday night October 1st from 7pm – 11pm, there will be a pulled pork & corn on the cob dinner being held in the clubhouse. All members are invited & are encouraged to bring their families.
The cost is $2 per person.
Please RSVP to membership@sccsfa.org just so we know how many people to cook for.
We will also be needing volunteers during the day on field day to husk the ears of corn.
Heart Surgery, Healthcare and Hunting - A Physician and Outdoorsman’s Perspective
September 19,2011 10:31
Dr Brian Priest will discuss where heart surgery and cardiac intervention is heading in the future and what you can do to avoid the doctor. He will further discuss some of the implications of the current healthcare reforms on physician practices and you, the patient. Finally he will provide some humorous video and stories of hunts he has been on.
There will also be blood pressure screening.
Pulled Pork & Corn on the Cob Dinner
September 08,2011 13:08
SCCSFA will be holding a Pulled Pork & Corn on the Cob dinner on October 1, after Field Day. The dinner will be held at the SCCSFA clubhouse and cost $2 per person. Please RSVP to our Membership Director Amy Jo Hutchins at membership@sccsfa.org, so we know how many folks are attending.
NRA Basic Rifle Course Registration
September 08,2011 13:07
SCCSFA is hosting an NRA Basic Rifle Course beginning 10/23/11. Click the following link to register:
http://www.nrainstructors.org/SignupStudent.aspx?id=70994
Club Cleanup Work Day 9/24/11
September 05,2011 10:33
We will be having a general maintenance work day on Sept. 24th starting at 9am. We will be cleaning up the clubs facilities in preparation for Field Day on October 1st. Some of the projects include but are not limited to:
- Mop the clubhouse floors & polish/burnish them with my high speed machine (we already have the machine & supplies)
- Clean out both bathrooms
- Thorough cleaning of kitchen
- General cleanup of club grounds of debris, branches & overgrown areas
- Repair of things like split rail fence around lake & other misc maintenance items
- Level out dirt behind concrete pads on each range & put down stone shavings
- change door on 25yd range from open in to open out
- Clean up all cartridge casing (visible stuff) from the ground
- Maybe weed out & re-stone the trap range or putting down top soil & reseeding for grass
- Finish installing caution signs on outdoor archery range
- Cleanout outdoor archery range shed
- Cleanup lanes in outdoor archery range.
Weather permitting for outside work.
The intent is for generally cleaning of our grounds/facilities & polishing it up so it looks nice for Field Day.
We will need a minimum of 50 members to accomplish this work.
Please contact the Vice president Dave Hutchins vice-pres@sccsfa.org so we know if we have enough personnel to complete each project.
RMEF Banquet 10/13/11
August 31,2011 14:38
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation West Chester PA Chapter is pleased to announce the date of our Annual Fund-Raising Banquet & Auction. This premiere event is returning to the Downingtown Country Club on Thursday, October 13th, 2011. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. with a buffet dinner served at 7:00 p.m. Our menu will feature a banquet buffet with: classic Caesar salad, Hunters Chicken, Sliced Top Round of Beef, Salmon Caroline, Seasonal Vegetable Medley, Potatoes, and assorted Cake desserts.
Guest Speaker - 6:15 PM - Cal DuBrock - Wildlife Management Director - Pennsylvania Game Commission
Cal DuBrock has worked for the Pennsylvania Game Commission since 1982 as a wildlife biometrician, wildlife planner and wildlife biologist. He has served as the Game Commission’s Wildlife Management Director since January 1991. He is responsible for directing the planning and operations of the agency’s wildlife research and management programs statewide, including all game, non-game, and endangered species, and the pheasant propagation program. Cal will talk about the PA Elk and Whitetail Deer herds. Join us at 6:15 PM for Cal's informative talk.
During the evening events, we will conduct a Progressive Raffle for a Remington 700 XHR .300 Win Mag rifle. The winner of this rifle will be drawn the night of the banquet and then entered into a nationwide grand prize drawing to win a premium seven-day Colorado elk hunt for two. Additionally, we will have a Progressive Raffle for a Hoyt Maxxis bow and be entered to win a 5-day Archery bull hunt for ONE in 2012 by Express UU Bar Ranch in New Mexico. The grand prize winners will be awarded at RMEF’s 2012 International Elk Camp and Exposition. Progressive Raffle tickets will be available for $20 each during our banquet or can be ordered from our return ticket application if you can not attend.
** PROGRESSIVE WINNERS NEED NOT BE PRESENT TO WIN **
Since 1984, the RMEF has conserved over 5.8 million acres of vital elk country across North America. The Elk Foundation played a key role in restoring Pennsylvania’s elk hunt after a 70-year absence. In Pennsylvania alone, we’ve invested over $8 million to protect 14,855 acres of prime habitat for elk, whitetails, black bears, wild turkeys, ruffed grouse – and you.
Reserved Seating: Please indicate on the ticket application if you have a group seating preference. We will have tables of eight. We will make every attempt to accommodate your request. For every group that sends in together to reserve a table for eight, the group will receive $160 worth of General Raffle tickets to be divided however they choose for the table, as our thanks for their support. ** All Tickets to be Picked up at the Door **
The deadline for the early-bird 2 for 1 General Raffle tickets is postmarked by October 1. Spend $100 on early bird tickets and you will receive an RMEF logo hat. New for 2011 – Buck Knife ($29.95 fmv) for each new member, renewing membership, Sponsor, or Life Member ( one knife per membership only) who attends our banquet.
Don't be disappointed - get your tickets early and tickets will not be sold at the door! Be a part of America’s most ambitious and successful conservation movement! Hope to see you October 13th!
For additional information, please feel free to call Scott Bishop at 610-489-9626 or Don Wittke at 610-804-7812.
Sincerely,
West Chester RMEF Committee
Click the link below for a ticket application.
2011 Ticket Application
NRA Basic Rifle Courses Being Offered
August 15,2011 18:01
SCCS&FA will be presenting a basic rifle course for Juniors ages 12 – 18 beginning on Aug. 28th. This course is 14 hours long & is spread out over 7 Sundays from 12 noon – 2pm each day.
This is the full NRA basic rifle course teaching 4 position shooting using .22 bolt action rifles & certificates will be issued to all participants who attend the full class & pass the final exam.
The course includes use of rifle, ammunition, targets & student packet. Cost $35. Pre-registration is required & registration must be no latter than Aug. 22nd. Contact the Junior club Chairman Larry Bickings at junior@sccsfa.org.
An NRA Basic rifle course for Adults ages 18+ will be offered the same curriculum & schedule as the Junior course beginning on October 23rd 12noon – 2pm at a cost of $35. To pre-register for the adult course contact Dave Hutchins at vice-pres@sccsfa.org.
Register for this course no later than October 10th.
Class size is limited for both of these courses & is first come, first serve so register early.
PA Hunter-Trapper Education
August 10,2011 08:48
The Pennsylvania Game Commission will be holding a Hunter-Trapper Education course at SCCSFA on September 10 & 11, 2011.
The registration link is: http://my.register-ed.com/eventregistration/studentregister/14919
Schedule
09/10/2011 - 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM (Sat)
09/11/2011 - 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM (Sun)
Instructor Information
RICHARD RIALE
Cancellation Policies
You must cancel your registration before September 10, 2011.
Minimum Age
To register for this event you must be at least 11 years old on 09/11/2011.
Special Instructions for this Event
Must attend both classes. Must be at least 11 years old @ date of class.
For information contact Rick @ (610) 255 - 4451 after 5PM.
For information about other Hunter-Trapper Education courses see the PGC's website at http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt?open=514&objID=590352&mode=2.
Free Constitution Class
August 01,2011 19:02
Free Constitution Class
When: Starting September 21st 7 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Southern Chester County Sportsman's and Farmers Association
SCCFSA is hosting a class on the U.S. Constitution and our nation's founding principles.
In this day and age of government over-reach, it is more important than ever that concerned citizens like you learn anew the principles that have made America great and will continue to serve her well.
To date, over 250 people have taken Coalition for Advancing Freedom (CAF) Constitution Classes. We continue to hear what a difference these 6-week classes are making in people's lives. This class will re-kindle your understanding and appreciation for our nation's framework of governance, give you hope for the future and spur you on to civic action. Parents with high-school teens, get some quality time with your young adults and sign up with them.
This is a 6 week course, one night a week which covers a clear overview of the U.S. Constitution. It also covers how important religion was, numerous historical facts, the founder's thinking on many of the Constitutional debates and our religion that are so relevant to us today.
The course is based on the book, The 5000 Year Leap, and the Rick Green lecture series from Wallbuilders. The course is free. Course materials, including two books, a pocket Constitution, and numerous handouts are available for purchase at CAF's wholesale cost of $25.00.
Just sign up with Dave Hutchins via email vice-pres@sccsfa.org or Amy Jo Hutchins via email – membership@sccsfa.org.
For more information on CAF go to www.advancefreedom.org.
You can also contact Charlie Beatty directly at 610-274-3596 or at chasbeatty@yahoo.com to reserve your seat or if you have any questions.
8/13 - USPSA Range Officer Level II Course
July 29,2011 09:04
The Southern Chester County Practical Shooters Association is acting as the host for a USPSA Chief Range Officer course on Aug 13, 2011. The course will be in the SCCSFA club house - no ranges will be used. We ask that club members try not to disturb the class while it is in progress.
The USPSA (IPSC) has three levels of Range Officer training. The Level I Course (Range Officer) is offered on a regular basis at clubs throughout the US. The Level II Course (Chief Range Officer) is normally done by correspondence and can take several months to complete. By having the class at Southern Chester, we can offer Range Officers through out this region a unique opportunity to take the bulk of the class in a one day format. By doing so, we will greatly increase the knowledge and skills of the Range Officers we depend upon to conduct matches in the area.
--Graham Smith
Match Director, SCCPSA
50 & 100 Yard Ranges To Be Closed All Day July 23
July 10,2011 19:25
The 50 & 100 yard ranges will be closed all day on July 23rd, if it is not raining, for range improvements. We are digging out the ground and laying forms at the firing line on both of these ranges on the 23rd in preparation for pouring concrete pads to mount the new shooting benches onto.
We will also be needing a small group of members to assist with labor.
If you can help (about 8hrs), please contact the club Vice president vice-pres@sccsfa.org & let him know you are available to help.
Indoor Hunting Archery League
June 29,2011 09:34
SCCSFA will be hosting a hunting archery indoor league starting 7/11/11 at 7:00 PM and running every Monday night for 12 weeks. Hunting bows only. For more information contact archery@sccsfa.org.
June USPSA Match
June 14,2011 08:27
Our June match will be on Saturday the 18th. Registration starts at 0945 and the briefing is at 1045. New shooter orientation is at 1000. Setup starts at 0800 and help is always appreciated if you can arrive a bit early. We have planned 7 stages, 142 rounds, so bring plenty of ammo.
This match will be a fund raiser for the Wounded Warrior Project. We will be taking donations at the match and the club will provide a matching donation of up to $500 for all money collected. In addition, all proceeds from the match will be donated as well. Our goal is to have enough shooters to max out the matching donation and, with the proceeds, raise a total of $2,000!
If you cannot make the match but would like to donate just the same, here is a link for you: http://tinyurl.com/SCCPSA-WWP.
--
Graham Smith
Match Director, SCCPSA
May 2011 Meeting Reminder
May 30,2011 18:48
The May 2011 General Membership Meeting will be held Tuesday, 5/31/11 at 8:00 PM in the SCCSFA clubhouse.
As a reminder, our new member policy has changed:
As of April 26, 2011 there is a new procedure to follow for all persons wishing to join as members of Southern Chester County Sportsmen’s & Farmers’ Association.
1) Prospective members must pre-register in advance to the membership director no later than 2 days (48 hours) before the next new member orientation by contacting the membership director - Amy Hutchins (302)998-5450 or membership@sccsfa.org.
2) New members are to arrive at the clubhouse at 6pm & no one will be admitted after 7pm.
3) Persons who are pre-registered & do not show up for the prospective new member orientation will have to pre-register again for the following month.
4) Persons who have not pre-registered will not be admitted for that month's new member orientation.
We will accept up to 30 members per month.
Thank You,
The Executive Committee - SCCS&FA
Flea Market This Weekend
May 16,2011 14:14
Just a reminder: The SCCSFA Flea Market will be held this weekend.
Saturday May 21st 8am - 4pm
Sunday May 22nd 10am - 4pm
Rain or Shine
Clean out your attic, garage, basement or shed of all the things you need to find another home for.
The only restrictions are -
No Firearms or any other federally or locally restricted items.
No Ammo.
No powder or primers. (bare bullets & empty casings OK)
No pornographic or obscene materials.
$10 per table inside per day (24 tables total available inside)
$5 per seller space outside per day (bring your own table & setup outside)
We will also have a consignment area if you don't want to have a full spot.
- Up to & including $99 – 20% commission
- $100 - $499 - 15% commission
- $500 & Up - 10% commission
For more information or to reserve a table inside contact: Amy Jo Hutchins - (302)998-5450 or membership@sccsfa.org
2011 Junior Program Announcement
May 04,2011 11:04
Attention Juniors!!!!!!!
The Southern Chester County Sportsmen’s and Farmers’ Association will be offering youth programs of instruction in 4 disciplines of the shooting sports for 2011.
Rifle – 4 Position
Shotgun
Black Power Rifle
Archery
The programs are all accredited and will be taught by certified instructors.
Programs are available to youths aged 12-16.
We are anticipating a June start and courses will run as required for certification
All programs must be limited to a certain number of participants so contact Larry Bickings, the Junior Chairman at junior@sccsfa.org or call 610-274-2049 ASAP to save your spot.
The Southern Chester County Sportsmen’s and Farmers’ Association will be offering youth programs of instruction in 4 disciplines of the shooting sports for 2011.
Rifle – 4 Position
Shotgun
Black Power Rifle
Archery
The programs are all accredited and will be taught by certified instructors.
Programs are available to youths aged 12-16.
We are anticipating a June start and courses will run as required for certification
All programs must be limited to a certain number of participants so contact Larry Bickings, the Junior Chairman at junior@sccsfa.org or call 610-274-2049 ASAP to save your spot.
NRA Women on Target Program Full
April 28,2011 10:41
To All Members,
The NRA Women on Target for Sunday May 15th is full. Thank you for your inquiries and please look forward to future women only programs. If you’re still interested in an NRA Women on Target program please email me.
Thank you,
Mark Garfinkel
Women on Target Program Coordinator
mark@delawarefirearmstraining.com
New Member Orientation 5/1/11
April 27,2011 09:40
There will be a new member orientation special session on Sunday, May 1, 2011 at 3:30 PM in the SCCSFA clubhouse. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early. The orientation will take about one hour.
April 2011 Meeting Reminder
April 24,2011 19:11
The April General Membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at 8:00 PM.
As usual, there will be a new member orientation at 7:00 PM. New members should arrive no later than 6:30 PM so that they can fill out the membership form and attend the orientation session.
Click the link below for a tentative agenda for the meeting in PDF format.
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Flea Market 5/21 - 5/22
April 14,2011 13:16
Saturday May 21st 8am - 4pm
Sunday May 22nd 10am - 4pm
Rain or Shine
Clean out your attic, garage, basement or shed of all the things you need to find another home for.
The only restrictions are -
No Firearms or any other federally or locally restricted items.
No Ammo.
No powder or primers. (bare bullets & empty casings OK)
No pornographic or obscene materials.
$10 per table inside per day (24 tables total available inside)
$5 per seller space outside per day (bring your own table & setup outside)
For more information or to reserve a table inside contact: Amy Jo Hutchins - (302)998-5450 or membership@sccsfa.org
Southern Chester County Sportsmen’s & Farmers’ Association
720 Sportsmen’s Lane Kennett Square, PA 19348
SCCSFA Member Takes PA Archery Championship
April 10,2011 13:36
We are please to announce that SCCSFA's Ray Caba won the Pennsylvania State Archery Championship in the Senior Division.
Way to go Ray!
Black Powder "Spring Fellowship" Match 4/30/11
March 31,2011 18:47
SCCSFA will be holding a black powder rifle "Spring Fellowship Match" on Saturday, April 30, 2011 at 10:00 AM.
Cost: $8.00 for Members of SCCS&FA or Brandywine Long Rifles
Non-Members: $10.00
Specific range TBD.
Lunch will be provided
This will be a fun match and will be an opportunity to come out and get some practice after a long cold winter. In-line rifles and Pyrodex shooters are welcome but open sights only.
This will be an 8 target match with a Spring Theme - small prizes will be awarded for each target.
If you are planning to attend please email the Black Powder Committee Chairman, A. Drew Gregg at blackpowder@sccsfa.org.
March Meeting Reminder
March 28,2011 08:53
Reminder:
SCCSFA's March 2011 General Membership meeting will be on Tuesday, 3/29/11 at 8:00 PM.
As usual, there will be a new member orientation at 7:00 PM. New members should arrive no later than 6:30 PM so that they can fill out the membership form and attend the orientation session.
Click the link below for a tentative agenda for the meeting in PDF format.
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NRA Women On Target Program 5/15/11
March 23,2011 10:04
Printable 2011 Calendar Available
March 08,2011 09:40
A printable 2011 calendar with range hours is available for download on the Range Rules pages. The calendar is a PDF document.
Event Calendar Problems Resolved
March 08,2011 08:51
The problems with the Event Calendar appear to be fixed.
Event Calendar Problems
March 05,2011 20:54
Google appears to be having problems with the Event Calendar again.
2011 USPSA Match Schedule
February 25,2011 09:04
Southern Chester County Practical Shooters Association (SCCPSA) is one of some 12 clubs in the Mid Atlantic Section. We hold eight matches per year, one match per month, March through October on the third Saturday of the month. The club (our home club is Southern Chester County Sportsmen's and Farmers' Association) is located in the Kennett Square, Pa. area on Rte. 926 about 3 miles west of the Rte. 82 intersection.
The 2011 match schedule is: March 19, April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, August 20, September 17, and October 15. The SCCSFA 15, 25, 50, and 75 yard ranges will be used for each match.
Registration starts at 10 AM, walk through at 10:45 AM and the matches start promptly at 11 AM. Pre registration is not required. These matches are open to the public and the entrance fee is $20 for USPSA members, $5 for Juniors and $25 for non members. Non-members may join USPSA for $40 and shoot the match for free. We average about 50 competitors per match and we're usually done about 3:00 PM. Matches usually consist of 5 stages requiring 100+ rounds (you'll want to bring at least 150 to be sure of having enough).
If you have not competed in a USPSA match before you will need to be safety checked. First time competitors need to see me before 10 AM. This is no big deal. A Range Officer will look over your equipment to make sure it complies with the rules (your holster must cover your trigger guard, for example). You will learn the range commands that the RO will be using while you are on the firing line. And you will have to do a couple of live fire drills to show the RO that you can handle your firearm safely.
For more information contact Graham Smith at gsmith.sccpsa@gmail.com.
Field Day
February 25,2011 08:38
Field Day will be held at SCCSFA this year on October 1st. Mark your calendars now.
If you are interested in helping out at Field Day please contact our Vice President, David Hutchins, vice-pres@sccsfa.org.
February Meeting Reminder
February 18,2011 22:26
Reminder:
SCCSFA's February 2011 General Membership meeting will be on Tuesday, 2/22/11 at 8:00 PM.
As usual, there will be a new member orientation at 7:00 PM. New members should arrive no later than 6:30 PM so that they can fill out the membership form and attend the orientation session.
Click the link below for a tentative agenda for the meeting in PDF format.
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NRA Youth Education Summit
January 25,2011 07:51
From the NRA:
The National Rifle Association launched the National Youth Education Summit (Y.E.S.) in 1996 in an effort to encourage America's youth to become active and knowledgeable citizens. The Summit is a seven-day, expense-paid leadership week in Washington, D.C. Each year, the NRA selects the best and the brightest students to visit the nation's capital where participants learn the significance of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights while developing an understanding of federal government and the importance of active participation. Students tour the U.S. Capitol, the National Archives Museum, the Pentagon, the NRA National Firearms Museum, and many of the memorials and monuments in Washington, D.C.
The application deadline is Feburary 14, 2011. Dates for the Y.E.S. program are 6/20 - 6/26/11.
For full details and an application, click here.
Frosty Round Ball Match Cancelled
January 08,2011 09:50
Good Morning Everyone,
The Snow started earlier than we thought it would, which means we will likely get more snow than was first predicted. The other folks that originally wanted to shoot have contacted me to say that they were not coming due to the weather. Regrettably, I'm going to have to cancel the match today. Thank you for your interest and willingness to participate. I will check the club calendar and see if we can't do this on a different Saturday, and re-title the match "Frosty Round Ball 2.0."
Have a great weekend and stay safe!
Thank you,
A. Drew Gregg
Teen Valentine's Day Dance to Benefit Jr. Shooting Sports Program
January 03,2011 16:17
On Saturday 2/12/11, the club will hold a Teen Valentine's Day dance with proceeds benefitting the Junior Shooting Sports program.
The dance is for teens age 12 - 18 with parents welcome, of course.
Cost $5 per person or for just $2 more, that's $7 per couple, you can bring your sweety, friend, BFF, friend or who ever with you so you don't have to come alone. There will a Dance floor with music & Dancing as well as food & refreshments. The music will be mostly current pop dance mixes but there will be some 70's, 80's, 90's & country thrown in. Please RSVP to
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Oct. - Dec. 2010 Newsletter Reminder
January 02,2011 19:23
A reminder since 2010 posts have been archive (click on 2010 below left to see them), the October - December 2010 SCCSFA Newsletter is available for download as a PDF from the Newsletter page.
Frosty Roundball With Hot Chile Rifle Match
January 02,2011 19:07
“FROSTY ROUND BALL WITH HOT CHILE RIFLE MATCH”
WHEN – Saturday January 8th at 10:30am
WHERE – SCCS&FA 50YD RANGE
ENTRY FEE - $5.00
This will be a just for fun match. We know, it’s just after Christmas and finances are low. You haven’t pulled the trigger in about a month. It’s now January and it will likely be cold on the range. Well, we have a solution for you. A short match of only 5 targets (you will notice a spring theme to the targets that will make you long for Spring that much more) at a small fee of only $5.00! We will break for a lunch of homemade chile and crusty bread for free!! Ok, not really free, your entry fee covers our cost of making your lunch. There are no prizes for this match, just good food and friendship with your fellow front-stuffers and some practice time on the range. If you have a favorite dish or desert that you would like to share please bring it along. I will try to make the targets miserable, errr… I mean, challenging!
Bring enough powder and ball to shoot 20 to 25 rounds and don’t forget your gloves. Lunch will be served in the clubhouse to allow everyone to warm up a bit before we finish the match.
This match will be for any open sighted muzzle loading rifle, inline rifles are acceptable and yes, you may shoot Pyrodex pellets if you feel you must. Please no scoped rifles, magnifying the gray cloud on the range doesn’t really help your shooting that much anyway.
Please note that this match is being run by SCCS&FA Black Powder Committee and is open to the public. Our friends that are members of Brandywine Long Rifles are encouraged to join us for some good food and frosty round ball shootin’.
IMPORTANT – If you plan to attend please send Drew Gregg an email before Friday January 7, so that we're sure to have enough targets and food available for everyone. Send email to:
Thank you for your help!!!
October-December 2010 Newsletter Online
December 31,2010 11:15
To all SCCSFA Club Members:
The 4th quarter 2010 Newsletter for your club, showing the accomplishments and work done by many club members is now available for download from this site. If you have a question about the club, the list of Officers & Directors is here on the web site. Take a minute and check it out.
--Charlie Fountain, Past President
Calendar Fixed
December 08,2010 13:38
Google fixed the bug in their calendar which caused events to be displayed on the wrong day when the calendar month view was selected. We've changed the default view back to the month view.
Bug in Event Calendar
December 06,2010 20:39
We are experiencing a bug with our Event Calendar, which is hosted by Google. If you select the Month view, some events (notably the Brandywine Longrifles shoots and the monthly meetings) are showing up on the wrong days of the week even though the event details are correct. If you select the Week or Agenda view the events are displayed correctly.
Many Google Calendar users are reporting the same issue.
Until Google resolves this we've changed the default to the Week view.
December 2010 News Brief Online
December 03,2010 09:24
Board of Directors Elections
December 01,2010 10:34
SCCSFA will be holding its elections for the open slots on the Board of Directors at the December monthly membership meeting, 12/28/10 at 8:00 PM. If you want a say in how the club is run, come out and vote.
New Member Orientation 12/12/10
December 01,2010 10:28
There will be a new member orientation session held at the SCCSFA clubhouse on Sunday, December 12, 2010, at 3:00 PM.
All members are welcome.
Monday Night Indoor Archery League
October 28,2010 18:23
Indoor Archery League
Members and non-members welcome!
20 yards
50 round
Location:
SCCSFA
720 Sportsmen's Lane
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Dates:
Monday evenings January 3, 2011 through March 28, 2011.
Scoring starts at 7:00 PM.
Fee: $8.00 per week.
The first night will be for classification. Classes are:
Super AA: 440 - 450
AA: 429 - 439
A: 418 - 428
B: 0 - 417
A signup sheet will be posted in the indoor archery range. We need ten people in order to have the league.
For information contact Rich DeBacco at (484) 574-4093.
600 Round Archery Tournament 12/4 & 12/5/10
October 28,2010 18:16
600 Round Invitational Archery Tournament
Location:
SCCSFA
720 Sportsmen's Lane
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Dates:
Saturday December 4, 2010 and
Sunday December 5, 2010
9:00 and 12:00 Noon
For information contact Rich DeBacco at (484) 574-4093.
Black Powder Bowling Pin Match 11/6/10
October 26,2010 12:37
SCCS&FA BLACK POWDER COMMITTEE
ANNOUNCING
CAP AND BALL REVOLVER BOWLING PIN MATCH
WHERE – 15YD RANGE
WHEN – SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2010 10:30 AM
WHAT- An unusual match. A sort of 19th Century meets 21st Century. Cap n’ Ball revolvers in a timed shoot. 6 chambers loaded and 5 Nu-bold bowling pin shape targets to knock down. Nu-bold targets are made from a semi soft, rubber like material that is self healing (well, sort of, anyway) and come in a variety of shapes.
Your mission for this match, should you choose to accept it – knock down all 5 targets in the least amount of time. Each shooter will be given 3 attempts at the target with number of hits and time being recorded. Match #4 if needed, will be used to decided a tie if necessary. One or 2 handed stance is acceptable. Round Ball or Conical ball is also permitted.
WHAT TO BRING – Your .36cal or .45cal Cap n’ Ball smoke belching revolver with enough powder, ball and caps to shoot at least 18 to 24 rounds. Entry fee is all of $8.00 which will include a lunch of homemade soup and bread. Promise, no road kill!
Prizes - Awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.
We will have a mix of prizes from meat items to some fresh lead for your revolver.
Come on out get a free lunch and have some fun blanketing the range with clouds of gray sulfur smoke. Don’t tell me you’d rather stay home and do chores!
Utah CCW Class 11/6/10 UPDATE
October 16,2010 11:02
State of Utah Conceal Carry Permit Training, Saturday, November 6th, 2010.
Hosted by SCCSFA in the Club House.
With a DE or PA concealed carry permit and a Utah permit and you will be legal to carry a concealed firearm in approximately 34 states.
Class limited to 25.
Cost is $135.00, includes lunch.
Registration begins at 9:00 am.
Class runs 10:00 am to approximately 4:30 pm.
All materials included.
Completed application, Passport Photo and Finger Print Card included upon successful completion.
Prerequisites are as follows:
Must have taken any NRA shooting course, or hold a DE or PA concealed carry permit, or be an active member of any rifle or pistol club.
Pre-course assessments available if needed.
Call Mark Garfinkel (302-528-5940) or e-mail me at ameritas@msn.com for further information.
To sign up send your full name as it shows on your license, gender, NRA membership number, date of birth, full address and contact information to Mark Garfinkle.
Do not bring a firearm to class.
Hosted by SCCSFA in the Club House.
With a DE or PA concealed carry permit and a Utah permit and you will be legal to carry a concealed firearm in approximately 34 states.
Class limited to 25.
Cost is $135.00, includes lunch.
Registration begins at 9:00 am.
Class runs 10:00 am to approximately 4:30 pm.
All materials included.
Completed application, Passport Photo and Finger Print Card included upon successful completion.
Prerequisites are as follows:
Must have taken any NRA shooting course, or hold a DE or PA concealed carry permit, or be an active member of any rifle or pistol club.
Pre-course assessments available if needed.
Call Mark Garfinkel (302-528-5940) or e-mail me at ameritas@msn.com for further information.
To sign up send your full name as it shows on your license, gender, NRA membership number, date of birth, full address and contact information to Mark Garfinkle.
Do not bring a firearm to class.
Halloween Party Reminder
October 16,2010 10:52
SCCSFA will be hosting a Halloween party on Saturday, October 30, 2010.
Time: 5:00 pm—10:00 pm
Ages 17 and under
(parents welcome)
Music & Dancing
Costume Contest
Candy
Safe Environment
No Alcohol Allowed on Premises & all Behavior will be monitored.
$5 per person or couple Proceeds to benefit Junior Program
For more information contact: Membership Director Amy Jo Hutchins 302-998-5450
Click here to RSVP and let Amy know that you'll be attending.
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Time: 5:00 pm—10:00 pm
Ages 17 and under
(parents welcome)
Music & Dancing
Costume Contest
Candy
Safe Environment
No Alcohol Allowed on Premises & all Behavior will be monitored.
$5 per person or couple Proceeds to benefit Junior Program
For more information contact: Membership Director Amy Jo Hutchins 302-998-5450
Click here to RSVP and let Amy know that you'll be attending.
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Utah CCW Course 11/6/10
September 29,2010 09:20
SCCSFA will be hosting a Utah concealed carry permit class on 11/6/10. This is a classroom-only course. The Utah CCW permit is valid in many states.
More details will be forthcoming soon!
Halloween Party 10/30/10 - UPDATED
August 30,2010 12:39
SCCSFA will be hosting a Halloween party on Saturday, October 30, 2010.
Time: 5:00 pm—10:00 pm
Ages 17 and under
(parents welcome)
Music & Dancing
Costume Contest
Candy
Safe Environment
No Alcohol Allowed on Premises & all Behavior will be monitored.
$5 per person or couple Proceeds to benefit Junior Program
For more information contact: Membership Director Amy Jo Hutchins 302-998-5450
Click here to RSVP and let Amy know that you'll be attending.
Halloween Party Flyer 2
Time: 5:00 pm—10:00 pm
Ages 17 and under
(parents welcome)
Music & Dancing
Costume Contest
Candy
Safe Environment
No Alcohol Allowed on Premises & all Behavior will be monitored.
$5 per person or couple Proceeds to benefit Junior Program
For more information contact: Membership Director Amy Jo Hutchins 302-998-5450
Click here to RSVP and let Amy know that you'll be attending.
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Pennsylvania Hunter-Trapper Education
August 11,2010 10:02
SCCSFA will be hosting a Pennsylvania Hunter-Trapper Education course on September 11 and 12, 2010.
Schedule
09/11/2010 - 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM (Sat)
09/12/2010 - 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM (Sun)
Instructor Information
RICHARD RIALE
Cancellation Policies
You must cancel your registration before September 11, 2010.
Minimum Age
To register for this event you must be at least 11 years old on 09/12/2010.
Students must attend both days to receive credit. For more information, contact Rick AFTER 5PM at 610-255-4451
As of 8/11/10, there are 80 seats remaining open. To reserve a seat, register here.
Schedule
09/11/2010 - 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM (Sat)
09/12/2010 - 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM (Sun)
Instructor Information
RICHARD RIALE
Cancellation Policies
You must cancel your registration before September 11, 2010.
Minimum Age
To register for this event you must be at least 11 years old on 09/12/2010.
Students must attend both days to receive credit. For more information, contact Rick AFTER 5PM at 610-255-4451
As of 8/11/10, there are 80 seats remaining open. To reserve a seat, register here.
Junior Archery Program Start Date
July 25,2010 10:13
The Junior Archery Program will begin on August 14, 2010 at 10:00 AM in the SCCSFA club house and run for 6 weeks.
Junior Rifle Program
June 07,2010 20:18
ATTENTION YOUNG SHOOTERS
We are looking for young people ages 10 to 18 to join The Junior Shooting Sports Club.
Club members will be instructed in:
- Safety. The safe handling, use and care of firearms.
- Marksmanship. The fundamentals of target shooting using 22 cal rifles at 50 ft and at 25 yds will be taught in the prone, sitting, kneeling and standing positions.
Additional Information:
- Rifles and safety equipment will be provided.
- Club members will meet on Sundays from 1PM til 3PM each week for 8 weeks.
- The first session is scheduled to start on Sept 12th ending on Oct 31st.
- There will be another session starting in April 2011.
We also need Adults to assist the instructor on the firing line. Equipment to be used by the junior club, such as rifles or spotting scopes.
Muzzleloading Rifle Match 6/26/10
June 07,2010 20:17
SCCSFA will be holding a muzzleloading rifle match on June 26, 2010 starting at 10:00 AM. For full details, click here