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New NRA App for the iPhone
January 04,2012 08:46
The NRA has released an application for the Apple iPhone.
Highlights include NRA News programming — users can view show archives from the past five days or search videos by issue. There are feeds for ILA alerts and the NRA Blog. NRA Near Me
plots events, clubs, classes, schools and tournaments close to you. A Community section offers links to each division’s Facebook or Twitter page, plus a state-by-state rep finder. And Take Action is
where users can join, register to vote, donate or contact the NRA.
The NRA app is a free download from iTunes.
October - December 2011 Newsletter Available
January 03,2012 16:25
The SCCSFA October - December 2011 Newsletter is now available on the Newsletter page. A PDF viewer is required to view it.
PA Game Commission Confirms EHD in Pennsylvania Deer
September 21,2011 09:17
(Just to be clear, EHD is not the same as CWD, but neither one is good for the whitetail population.)
Monday, September 19, 2011
HARRISBURG - Pennsylvania Game Commission officials today announced that test results from a wild deer have confirmed that epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) has been found in Northampton County. This sample was collected Aug. 18.
EHD also has been confirmed in captive deer in Northampton County in the vicinity of the wild deer. Additionally, one captive deer in Erie County was confirmed to have died of EHD, based on a sample collected Aug. 13.
Residents are encouraged to call their respective Game Commission region office to report dead or sick deer. Contact information is available on page 5 of the 2011-12 Pennsylvania Digest of Hunting and Trapping Regulations, which is presented to each license buyer, and also on the agency's website (www.pgc.state.pa.us) by clicking on "About Us" in the menu bar at the top of the page and then selecting "Regional Information."
To provide the public with more information about EHD, the agency has posted an EHD information page on its website (www.pgc.state.pa.us). To view the information, place your cursor over "Wildlife" in the menu bar at the top of the page, then put your cursor over "Wildlife Diseases" in the drop-down menu listing and then click on "Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD)."
EHD is a common but sporadic disease in white-tailed deer populations of the United States, and is contracted by the bite of insects called "biting midges." In more northern states, such as Pennsylvania, EHD occurs less often and affected deer are less likely to mount an effective immune response. The virus usually kills the deer within five to 10 days. It is not spread from deer to deer by contact. While EHD is not infectious to humans, deer displaying severe symptoms of EHD are usually not suitable for consumption because of the rapid deterioration of the meat and secondary bacterial infection.
"Reports of dead or dying deer are important to us," said Doug Killough, Game Commission Southeast Region Office director. "Though an actual count of afflicted deer is impossible to obtain, because of rapid decomposition and the area where the outbreak is occurring, we still value these reports. Also, tissue samples must be extracted within 24 hours of death to be suitable for conducting tests. That is why it is so important that we hear from residents as soon as possible after they find a suspect deer."
There is no evidence that humans are at risk from EHD, but other diseases could be transmitted by careless hygiene when processing deer.
"As a routine precaution, all hunters are encouraged to wear rubber or latex gloves when handling or field-dressing any animal, and wash their hands and tools thoroughly after field dressing," Killough said. "As with any wild game, meat should always be thoroughly cooked.
"Even though some EHD symptoms are similar to those of chronic wasting disease (CWD) - such as excessive drooling, weakness and a loss of fear of humans - there is no relationship between EHD and CWD. However, because these diseases coexist, deer submitted for EHD testing also are being tested for CWD."
EHD is one of those diseases in which the mortality rate can be amplified by anything that serves to congregate deer, such as supplemental feeding, and placement of salt or mineral blocks. While the disease is not spread through deer-to-deer contact, congregating animals through feeding does make transmission easier by allowing midges that carry the virus greater access to a larger number of animals in a more confined area. Therefore, such feeding activities should be discontinued immediately.
In 1996, EHD was suspected to be the cause of death in nearly 25 deer in Adams County, but test results in that case were inconclusive. Other outbreaks in Pennsylvania were confirmed in 2002 and 2007.
Contact:
Jerry Feaser (717) 705-6541 or PGCNews@pa.gov
SCCSFA Online Store
May 19,2011 10:29
SCCSFA now has an online store where you can buy t-shirts, caps, coffee mugs, etc. with the club's logo.
Click here to visit the store (opens in a new window).
For Residents of London Grove Township
May 11,2011 14:23
Message from SCCSFA Member Dr. Ed Weizman:
If you reside in London Grove township and are a registered Republican, I would like to ask for your vote on Tuesday. I am a long time member of this club and a conservative who has been endorsed by the Republican party for the position of Township Supervisor. My political position has always been staunchly pro gun, Second Amendment freedoms, and property rights. These are all under attack by our government at various levels. As township supervisors I and my running mate, club member Dale Simpkins, will do our upmost to protect these rights.
If you reside in London Grove township and are a registered Republican, I would like to ask for your vote on Tuesday. I am a long time member of this club and a conservative who has been endorsed by the Republican party for the position of Township Supervisor. My political position has always been staunchly pro gun, Second Amendment freedoms, and property rights. These are all under attack by our government at various levels. As township supervisors I and my running mate, club member Dale Simpkins, will do our upmost to protect these rights.
January - March 2011 Newsletter Available
April 03,2011 13:20
The SCCSFA January - March 2011 Newsletter is now available for download in PDF format on the Newsletter page.
Winchester .223 Ammo Recall
March 08,2011 08:54
Winchester has announced a recall of their Ranger Law Enforcement .223 Remington 64 grain Power-Point ammunition with lot numbers ending DK01, DK11, DK21, DK31, DK41, and DK51.
Through extensive evaluation Winchester has determined the above lots of RANGER® Law Enforcement ammunition may contain incorrect propellant. Incorrect propellant in this ammunition may cause firearm damage, rendering the firearm inoperable, and subject the shooter or bystanders to a risk of serious personal injury when fired.
DO NOT USE WINCHESTER® RANGER® 223 REMINGTON 64 GRAIN POWER-POINT® AMMUNITION THAT HAS A LOT NUMBER ENDING IN DK01, DK11, DK21, DK31, DK41 or DK51. The ammunition Lot Number is ink stamped inside the right tuck flap of the 20-round carton.
Click here for full details of the recall.
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
Beretta Neos Recall
January 08,2011 09:13
If you own a Beretta Neos .22 cal semi-auto pistol, be advised that this model has been recalled due to a potential for a discharge with the safety engaged or when the safety is deactivated.
See the following link for complete details http://www.berettasupport.com/neos/RecallNotice.pdf.
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.
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
December 2010 News Brief Online
December 03,2010 09:24