Category: General Announcements

Junior Rifle Program – January 2 – Canceled

January 1, 2021

The Junior Rifle Program has canceled the January 2 meeting due to Governor’s recent COVID-19 Order #59

Open to all youth (male & female) ages 12 to 18. Starting on November 7th at 6:30 PM to 9 PM, and then continue on the first and third Saturday nights of each month until May.

All youths must have parental consent, and have at least one parent attending the first night of participation for the rifle safety section of the course. Parents are not required to attend after the first session.

Any Boy Scout attending the course can earn (or complete) their Rifle Shooting Merit Badge. All instructors are NRA Certified and Licensed by the State of Massachusetts. All Safety equipment (eye and ear protection) and rifles are supplied by The Tewksbury Rod & Gun Club.

The cost of the course is a one time fee of $10, followed by $5.00 per night which includes range fee, all safety equipment, rifle and ammunition.  For additional information please check our Junior Rifle Program page.

Junior Rifle Program – December 5 – Canceled

December 5, 2020

The Junior Rifle Program has canceled the December 5 meeting due to inclement weather we look forward to seeing everyone on the the 19th.

Open to all youth (male & female) ages 12 to 18. Starting on November 7th at 6:30 PM to 9 PM, and then continue on the first and third Saturday nights of each month until May.

All youths must have parental consent, and have at least one parent attending the first night of participation for the rifle safety section of the course. Parents are not required to attend after the first session.

Any Boy Scout attending the course can earn (or complete) their Rifle Shooting Merit Badge. All instructors are NRA Certified and Licensed by the State of Massachusetts. All Safety equipment (eye and ear protection) and rifles are supplied by The Tewksbury Rod & Gun Club.

The cost of the course is a one time fee of $10, followed by $5.00 per night which includes range fee, all safety equipment, rifle and ammunition.  For additional information please check our Junior Rifle Program page.

Ham Shoot: Postponed – December 12

December 3, 2020

Our annual Ham Shoot has been postponed from December 5 to December 12, we will still start 9am to go to about noon. The ham raffle will held after the Adios.

This is a great time for all, if you would like to try shooting trap, this is a great no pressure fun event. The fee is $5 per round, each round is a total of 15 targets.  3 shots per station, 5 stations.  Ammo is NOT supplied.

The Rules
1.) Every entry gets one ticket in turkey raffle.
2.) Yellow targets hit earn an extra ticket in turkey raffle.
3.) targets per station (15 targets total per round).
4.) “Backup” format – two shooters mount guns, the first shooter calls for the target and if they miss the target, the “backup” shooter can shoot at the
target. If the second shooter fires, that is his/her shot for the round regardless of whether or not the target is hit.
5.) Shooting out of turn is a lost target regardless of the actual target result.

Ham Shoot

November 30, 2020

On Saturday, December 5th, we’ll be hosting our annual Ham Shoot from 9am to about noon. The ham raffle will held after the Adios.

This is a great time for all, if you would like to try shooting trap, this is a great no pressure fun event. The fee is $5 per round, each round is a total of 15 targets.  3 shots per station, 5 stations.  Ammo is NOT supplied.

The Rules
1.) Every entry gets one ticket in turkey raffle.
2.) Yellow targets hit earn an extra ticket in turkey raffle.
3.) targets per station (15 targets total per round).
4.) “Backup” format – two shooters mount guns, the first shooter calls for the target and if they miss the target, the “backup” shooter can shoot at the
target. If the second shooter fires, that is his/her shot for the round regardless of whether or not the target is hit.
5.) Shooting out of turn is a lost target regardless of the actual target result.

Junior Rifle Program

November 1, 2020

The Junior Rifle Program has started their 2020 season.  On October 24th the coaches held a new shooter introduction class, with 11 kids and their parents.

Open to all youth (male & female) ages 12 to 18. Starting on November 7th at 6:30 PM to 9 PM, and then continue on the first and third Saturday nights of each month until May.

All youths must have parental consent, and have at least one parent attending the first night of participation for the rifle safety section of the course. Parents are not required to attend after the first session.

Any Boy Scout attending the course can earn (or complete) their Rifle Shooting Merit Badge. All instructors are NRA Certified and Licensed by the State of Massachusetts. All Safety equipment (eye and ear protection) and rifles are supplied by The Tewksbury Rod & Gun Club.

The cost of the course is a one time fee of $10, followed by $5.00 per night which includes range fee, all safety equipment, rifle and ammunition.  For additional information please check our Junior Rifle Program page.

Women’s Trap Clinic

November 1, 2020

Have you heard people taking about Trap Shooting at the club and wondered what all the fuss is? Does the idea of the instant gratification from watching clays smash into pieces make you smile? Why not come out and give it a try?

On Saturday November 14 from 11AM-1:30PM, we will be conducting a woman’s only trap clinic, limited to 10 students. The focus of this clinic will be to introduce the challenging game of trap to newcomers. This clinic is designed for the brand-new trap shooter and will cover the basics including the rules of the game, foot placement, hold points and the techniques necessary to break targets.

No experience is necessary, and we will have shotguns and ammunition available for use. Included in the $25 fee will be use of shotguns, ammunition, classroom instruction and 2 rounds of trap along side an experienced trap shooter acting as a coach.

Eye and ear protection can be provided, but if you have your own, you are encouraged to bring it. For more information or to sign up, please contact: firearmsafety@tewksburyrodandgun.org.

Turkey Shoot

October 26, 2020

On Saturday, November 7th, we’ll be hosting our annual Turkey Shoot from 9am to about noon. The turkey raffle will be held after the Adios.

This is a great time for all, if you would like to try shooting trap, this is a great no pressure fun event. The fee is $5 per round, each round is a total of 15 targets.  3 shots per station, 5 stations.  Ammo is NOT supplied.

The Rules
1.) Every entry gets one ticket in turkey raffle.
2.) Yellow targets hit earn an extra ticket in turkey raffle.
3.) targets per station (15 targets total per round).
4.) “Backup” format – two shooters mount guns, the first shooter calls for the target and if they miss the target, the “backup” shooter can shoot at the
target. If the second shooter fires, that is his/her shot for the round regardless of whether or not the target is hit.
5.) Shooting out of turn is a lost target regardless of the actual target result.

CMP – Match Clinic

October 4, 2020

Please come down and join us on Saturday October 10, 2020 from 9:00 AM – Noon (weather permitting) for our monthly CMP Match Clinic.

*** This is the last match of the 2020 season, so don’t miss out! ***

These match clinics allow people the opportunity to shoot M1 Garand or AR-15 rifles in a structured but fun setting. M1 Garand or AR-15 rifles can be provided.  If you have your own favorite centerfire rifle please bring it.  This is especially encouraged in light of COVID-19.  All matches are iron sights only.

The event is conducted in a match format (5 rounds for practice, 10 rounds prone, 10 rounds sitting or kneeling, and 10 rounds standing), but the competition is secondary to the experience of firing these two iconic military firearms.

We will be practicing social distancing and disinfecting club provided rifles between shooters in order to ensure the health and safety of all.

The cost for each match is $20 for ammunition (.30-06 or .223) and there is no cost if you bring your own ammunition. Minors must have a parent or guardian present.

Come down and shoot a piece of history!

Open House

Youth Shooting Sports Open House

September 13, 2020

The Tewksbury Rod and Gun Club will be holding a Youth Shooting Sports Open House on Saturday September 26 from noon to 3:00PM. Come learn about our exciting youth programs including our Junior Rifle program and Scholastic Clay Target Program Trap Team. Both programs are open to girls and boys between the ages of 10 and 18. All programs are overseen by certified instructors and coaches. No prior experience with firearms is required and health and safety is our primary concern in all of our programs. A parent or legal guardian must be present. Come on out and break some clays and test your rifle marksmanship!

CMP – Match Clinic

September 7, 2020

Please come down and join us on Saturday September 12, 2020 from 9:00 AM – Noon (weather permitting) for our monthly CMP Match Clinic.

These match clinics allow people the opportunity to shoot M1 Garand or AR-15 rifles in a structured but fun setting. M1 Garand or AR-15 rifles can be provided.  If you have your own favorite centerfire rifle please bring it.  This is especially encouraged in light of COVID-19.  All matches are iron sights only.

The event is conducted in a match format (5 rounds for practice, 10 rounds prone, 10 rounds sitting or kneeling, and 10 rounds standing), but the competition is secondary to the experience of firing these two iconic military firearms.

We will be practicing social distancing and disinfecting club provided rifles between shooters in order to ensure the health and safety of all.

The cost for each match is $20 for ammunition (.30-06 or .223) and there is no cost if you bring your own ammunition. Minors must have a parent or guardian present.

Come down and shoot a piece of history!