Ranges Open

May 19, 2020
Attn Members:
 
On May 18th, the reopening plan for Massachusetts was announced, permitting shooting ranges to open effective immediately. Therefore, members may once again use the Club’s indoor and outdoor ranges.  Range Officer schedules are being set as we speak and both ranges will be open on Saturday, May 23rd.  Please check the calendar for more information: http://tewksburyrodandgun.org/wp/club-calendar/
 
The indoor range is open effective immediately, please note in order to ensure social distancing every other lane should be utilized.
 
Range-specific COVID-19 rules are posted at these ranges and must be observed.  We do ask for everyone’s patience when utilizing the ranges.  As we all get adjusted to the new normal, we must all be extra patient and respectful of the ROs, each other, and the Club.

All COVID-19 safety guidelines must be observed:

  • Stay more than 6′ away from others whenever possible
  • Masks must be worn when social distancing is not possible
  • Wash or sanitize your hands often
  • If you aren’t feeling well, stay home and contact your doctor
At this time we will also be resuming the Basic Firearms Safety class, with social distancing guidelines.  The clubhouse will remain closed at this time.  Please watch the website/newsletter for more information.
 
The BOD is very excited to reopen the club and we appreciate everyone’s patience during these very unique times.
 
Thank you,
 
TRG BOD
 

Basic Firearm Safety Class

May 19, 2020

The Tewksbury Rod & Gun Club will be resuming the Massachusetts Basic Firearm Safety Classes as of June 6th.  Classes will be limited in size and will be by invitation only, as there is quite a long waiting list already established.  Please be on the look out for an invitation and respond by the deadline date, or you will risk losing your spot in class.   For more information see the Basic Firearm Safety Class page: http://tewksburyrodandgun.org/wp/programs/basic-firearm-safety-course/

Archery Chairperson Wanted

May 9, 2020

The Board of Directors is currently seeking to fill our vacant archery chairperson position.  In years past, the club has had a vibrant archery program with youth programs and hosting competitions. The club still has approximately 6 new archery butts, a raised platform, approximately 10 good 3D targets including 6 deer, a bear, 2 boars and a turkey.  There are approximately 200 arrows as well as about 25 bows in both adult and youth sizes.  These are both compound and recurve bows.  There are also an array of paper targets and learning materials left over from past programs and competitions.
All we need is someone to be willing to take the reins!  Our archery field is one of our most underutilized club resources and it would be great to see archery thrive again at the club.  If you are interested in helping your club with revitalizing this untapped potential please contact Jeff Blute (president@tewksburyrodandgun.org) or Rich Sorrentino (vicepresident@tewksburyrodandgun.org).

Range Closures

May 9, 2020

Recently the Club has been in touch with the proper authorities, who have indicated that we should be shutting down all ranges (indoor and outdoor).


Effectively immediately all 3 ranges are closed until at least May 18th. 
Also as a reminder, the clubhouse is also closed at this time; no regular meetings, Tuesday suppers, or private events will be held at the clubhouse until further notice.

In addition, we will also be postponing the club clean up day, to be rescheduled to a later date.


Of course, we understand there will be some people disappointed that the ranges are closed.  We do hope this closure will not last past May 18th, if anything with this situation changes, we will be sure to update everyone.


Clubhouse/Archery Field Work Party

May 7, 2020
We are looking for small groups between 4 and 6 people.
 
Work Party May 9 at  9:00am

  • Remove old archery butts and clean up around the archery platform
  • Remove junk from garages
  • Possibly remove some leaves and branches around the clubhouse grounds (weather permitting)
If you are interested in helping, please sign up here: http://tewksburyrodandgun.org/wp/work-parties/?sheet_id=7
 
All volunteers: please exercise good social distancing and wearing a mask and gloves where appropriate.  During the work on projects, we ask you that tools are not shared between individuals.
 
Thank you,
TRG BOD

High Bore Work Party

April 30, 2020
We are looking for small groups between 4 and 6 people.
 
High Bore – Work Party May 3rd at  8:00am

  • Tree/brush trimming along the right side of range
  • Remove tree/brush trimmings from right side of range
  • Remove leaves from highbore range
  • Remove trash on side of highbore range
  • Remove debris from target line
If you are interested in helping, please sign up here: http://tewksburyrodandgun.org/wp/work-parties/?sheet_id=6
 
All volunteers: please exercise good social distancing and wearing a mask and gloves where appropriate.  During the work on projects, we ask you that tools are not shared between individuals.
 
Thank you,
TRG BOD

Basic Firearm Safety Class – Cancelled

April 3, 2020

As you are aware on March 22, 2020, Governor Charlie Baker ordered that all businesses and organizations not providing “COVID-19 Essential Services” to close their physical workplaces and facilities to workers, customers and the public as of noon on March 24th until noon on April 7th. As of March 31st, this has been extended til May 4th.

BFS Instructors are not approved to instruct any firearms training with respect to 515 CMR 3.00 & 6.00 whether in person or through virtual training.

Because of this we’ve made the difficult decision to cancel the April 11th class.

We do apologize for having to cancel this class, however during these unique times, we feel it is the most appropriate action to take.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at anytime.
– Rich Sorrentino firearmsafety@tewksburyrodandgun.org

Basic Firearm Safety Class – Cancelled

March 16, 2020

Given the growing concerns around COVID-19, Governor Baker has declared a State of Emergency and has limited gatherings to 25 individuals. Because of this we’ve made the difficult decision to cancel the March 28th Basic Firearm Safety Class. Tentatively our next class is April 11th.

We do apologize for having to cancel this class, however during these unique times, we feel it is the most appropriate action to take.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at anytime.
– Rich Sorrentino firearmsafety@tewksburyrodandgun.org

Junior Rifle Program March/April – Cancelled

March 15, 2020

Given the growing concerns around COVID-19, Governor Baker has declared a State of Emergency and has limited gatherings to 25 individuals.  Because of this we’ve made the difficult decision to cancel the March and April Junior Rifle Program classes.  If you have any questions about the program, please contact Dana Crowe (603) 420-8260 or Bradley Stevenson (978) 658-5488.

The Sportsmen's Dinner

February 2, 2020

Our first time Sportsmen’s Dinner was a huge success.  We featured a wonderful buffet, along with raffles, a 50/50 and good times.  From all accounts the members enjoyed themselves and are already looking forward to next year’s event. 
A massive thank you to the following people, with whom without you, this event could not have been a success:

Volunteers:
Dana Berkley
Jeff Blute
Patty Blute
Wally Bristol
Dana Crowe
Lori Crowe
Donna Haas
John Haas
Billy Janson
Dawn Marie Janson
Brian Keefe
Gerry Keefe
John Kuntz
Paul Ringwood
Jerry Shaffer
Billy Sickles
Michelle Sorrentino
Rich Sorrentino

Also a very BIG thank you to all the volunteers who helped with clean up and put away all the tables and chairs.

We have some pictures of the event here: The Sportsmen’s Dinner 2020