Turkey Shoot

October 29, 2023

On Saturday, November 4th, 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.

Utah Concealed Carry Permit Course

October 8, 2023

The Tewksbury Rod & Gun Club will hold a Utah CCW certification course that will enable you to legally carry a concealed handgun in over 32 states! Upon completion, you will be issued a certificate and everything you need to submit your application in class. Fingerprinting will be provided, as well as the completion of the application while in class also.

This class will be held on October 22, 2023 and will start at 10:00am.

If you are interested in taking the course, please contact us at firearmsafety@tewksburyrodandgun.org.

Schedule: 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign in.

Maximum Enrollment: 20

The cost of the course is $125. This class is open to club members (and optional guest) only.

Enrollment will only be confirmed upon receipt of payment.

In this class, you will have an overview of the following:

  • Basic Firearms Safety Rules and Procedures
  • Safe Loading and Unloading of a variety of different firearms
  • Ammunition
  • Safe Storage and Transportation
  • Utah Law
  • Federal Firearm Laws

You will be provided with everything you need to complete the application process,

including:

  • Completed Fingerprint Card
  • Application
  • Application Checklist
  • Utah CCW Reference Guide

Pistol Marksmanship

October 2, 2023

The Tewksbury Rod & Gun Club is holding a free pistol marksmanship class on Sunday October 15, 2023 from 8:30am to 10:30am.  This class is open to all club members.  Students are encouraged to bring a pistol they already own or have access to a pistol they can legally use during the class.  Students are expected to be familiar with safe handling and operation of any pistol that is brought to class.

This class will introduce and reinforce current club members to the fundamentals that will help you become a more accurate pistol target shooter.

The following topics will be covered: Stance, Grip, Sight alignment, Breath control, Trigger squeeze and Follow through.

Instructors will also be available to discuss the pistol team and competitive shooting leagues for those who might be interested. The lead instructor will be Mark Tenant.

If you are interested in attending this clinic, please reach out to Mark Tennant at marksmanship@tewksburyrodandgun.org or call 978-277-3050.  There will be a maximum of 8 students allowed, on a first come, first serve basis.  You must be on the list prior to class in order to attend.  A walk-in list will be held, however a maximum of 8 students will be enforced.

The class will start promptly at 8:30am, downstairs at the indoor pistol range.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to check in.

Once all shooters have arrived, we will start by each student shooting 5 rounds at a target. From there we will discuss the fundamentals of pistol shooting.  We will then return to the range for a hands-on practice sessions. At the end of the class, each student will be able to compare their more recent targets to their first target in order to gauge improvement.

Students are encouraged to bring the following with them to the class:

  1. Pistol (must be chambered in a caliber acceptable for use in the indoor range)
  2. Ammunition for your pistol (at least 100 rounds)
  3. Eye protection
  4. Ear protection

The club will provide any and all the above items, on an availability basis.

Summary

Class starts 8:30 am
Class ends 10:00 am
Limited to 8 students (Must contact Mark Tennant)
Targets will be provided by the club
Safety is imperative, any student in violation of pistol safety best practices will be asked to leave the class

CANCELLED (Due to weather): CMP – Match Clinic

October 2, 2023

Unfortunately mother nature is having her way with us yet again. We are regrettably canceling the CMP match that was scheduled for this Saturday October 7th, due to rain. This was the last match of the 2023 season and it will not be rescheduled. We hope everyone stays dry.

2023 Fall Clean up

September 30, 2023

We’ll be looking for some members to help with a fall clean up work party around the club.

  1. Clean fallen leaves around the clubhouse area, as well as high-bore range and trap field.
  2. Trim tree limbs along the driveway and road to outdoor ranges.
  3. Trim the shrubbery in the trap field.
  4. Transport clay targets from the clubhouse garage to the trap field.
  5. Clean up plants in front of indoor range.
  6. There may be some other side projects as well.
Open House

Youth Shooting Sports Open House

September 19, 2023

The Tewksbury Rod and Gun Club will be holding a Youth Shooting Sports Open House on Saturday September 30 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!