QUICK REMINDERS for FEBRUARY 2019

CANCELLED >February 10, 2019 - MINTO - 22BR Open & Sporter; Rimfire Pistol
This shoot is rescheduled to Saturday, February 16, 2019

February 17, 2019 - PETITCODIAC - CF BR Open
February 24, 2019 - MINTO - CF Open & Sporter; Centerfire Pistol

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GUN SHOW DATES - 2019  click here:
The Irishtown gunshow will take place in Grande Digue on May 4/5th with setup on the 3rd. 
Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am to 3:00pm.
Its in the local community center. Tables can be booked by calling Earl at 383 9579 
Earl McGee, Grande-Digue Community Center, Route 468, Civic # 530 

CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW:

FEBRUARY 6, 2019 - SHOOTING CLUB AND RANGE REGULATIONS

FROM THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA:
https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/PDF/SOR-98-212.pdf


FROM THE PROVINCE OF NEW BRUNSWICK:
https://www2.gnb.ca/content/dam/gnb/Departments/nr-rn/pdf/en/ForestsCrownLands/2017-12-08_shooting_range_policy.pdf

FEBRUARY 3, 2019 - PETITCODIAC - 22BR RESULTS

We had a nice sunny day to shoot. The temperature started out at -14C and warmed up to -6 in the
early afternoon. Winds were light to moderate, so the windchill was not as bad as predicted, but cold enough. And no snow! A couple of the shooters who shot at yesterday's match in Lake George decided to pass on this one as their fingers were still suffering from the effects of yesterday's cold temperatures and blowing snow.

Dan G. installed the new "Bennett Blinds" to block the sunglare off the snow for the shooters. They worked well.

Thanks to Barb J. for the delicious sweets and Dan's TimBits. They went well with the crowd surrounding the warming wood stove.

Thanks to all for handling the ice control on the stairs, keeping wood in the stove, target setting and Range Officering. The shoot went fast and all enjoyed it. We are looking to warmer weather next time!

Your Director, Volker T.

RESULTS - 22BR - OPEN CLASS:

Cecil H. - 495/24X

John McC. - 495/13X

Barbara J. - 494/15X

Daniel G. - 491/16X

George M. - 488/13X

Charles McQ. - 487/14X

Tony L. - 447/9X

FEBRUARY 2, 2019 - LAKE GEORGE GUN CLUB - 22BR

Thanks to Barb J. for sending this report.

"We had a lovely day at Lake George yesterday. Much quieter on the firing line with no distractions. The morning 
relays had sun-cloud conditions with little wind but numbing cold. After lunch, the weather changed with a vengeance. Heavy swirling snow with winds coming in all directions. I'm afraid the Groundhog saw his shadow in the morning as the temperature did not improve.


Our thanks to Range Officers- Bruce B., Darryl K. and Barb J. Also to Target Changers- Bruce B., Cecil H. and Barb J. Thanks  to Scorekeepers Dave C. and Carl J. and the Photographer Darryl K. Bruce brought lunch and Barb brought sweets. Congratulations to the winners and thanks to Bruce for keeping the Clubhouse warm to thaw out the frozen trigger- fingers. Thanks, Bruce, for another great shoot in Terry's memory. 




RESULTS - OPEN CLASS 22BR:
Daniel G. - 399/23X
Darryl K. - 399/9X
Cecil H. - 398/18X
John M. - 397/17X
Barbara J. - 397/16X
Volker T. - 396/11X
David C. - 395/8X
Bruce B. - 393/13X
George M. - 389/14X
Norbert S. - 389/8X

RESULTS - SPORTER CLASS 22BR:
Volker T. - 397/22X
Daniel G. - 391/15X
Bruce B. - 383/12X
Wayne K. - 365/10X

JANUARY 5, 2019 - LAKE GEORGE GUN CLUB - 22BR OPEN & SPORTER

Our thanks to Darryl K. who sent this write-up: 

"The match was hosted by Lake George Gun Club and put on by Bruce B.  The weather was unbelievably warm for January 5th - no wind at all throughout the match.  This shooter has never witnessed that before. The wind flags hung motionless throughout the match with no job to do. With this condition there was some very fine shooting by all. There was plenty to eat for all, Bruce B. brought the hot dogs, buns and refreshments, and Barb J. with her outstanding cooking of mince pies, banana bread and cinnamon raisin loaf. Dave C. was head scorer with Carl J. doing the verifying.  Wayne K. and Cecil H. set targets. Range Officer duties were performed by Bruce B., Dave C. and Darryl K. Pictures taken by Barb J. and Darryl K,  I hope I have not forgoten anybody for this great tribute shoot for Terry."
Thanks also to Barb J. who sent this:
"It was a terrific day at Lake George. Organizer and Match Director Bruce B. conducted a great shoot in Terry's memory. Competition was keen with four perfect scores and several shooters with only one error. You will never believe it! NO WIND! The wind flags never moved throughout the match. It was nice to see Jerry J. and Steven S. competing with us. Our friends from Petitcodiac and Minto arrived safely and even Gerard D. arrived from Saint John after taking several scenic detours to find us. Thanks to everyone who brought food, took photos and helped out in any way. Terry would have been proud of our day. Thanks, Bruce."


RESULTS - 22BR - OPEN CLASS:

Dan G. - 400/25X
Guy H. - 400/24X
Bruce B. - 400/22X
Darryl K. - 400/18X
Volker T. - 399/25X
Cecil H. - 399/21X
Barbara J. - 399/19X
David C. - 399/15X
George M. - 394/17X
Gerald D. - 387/14X
John M. - 377/8X


RESULTS - 22BR - SPORTER CLASS:
Bruce B. - 395/24x
Volker T. - 395/22X
Dan G. - 392/23X
Wayne K. - 368/9X
Steven S. - 366/7X
Jerry J. - 344/13X

JANUARY 2, 2019 - LAKE GEORGE - TERRY MCNEILL WINTER BENCHREST SHOOT RULES

The shoots will be held at the Lake George Gun Club range on the following dates:  January 5th 2019; February 2nd 2019; March 2nd 2019

Each shoot will have two classes: 22lr OPEN and 22lr Sporter

DECEMBER 22, 2018 - MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR

THE BENCHREST SHOOTERS OF NEW BRUNSWICK 

      WISH ALL OF     

      OUR FRIENDS 

        A HOLIDAY 

         SEASON 

     FILLED WITH  MANY        WARM     AND      CHERISHED      MOMENTS.

MAY PEACE AND HAPPINESS BE YOURS THROUGHOUT THE NEW YEAR.

DECEMBER 10,2018 - THANKS TO HIRSCH PRECISION

We want to thank Peter Dobson at Hirsch Precision for supporting the Benchrest shooting program at Petitcodiac Sportsman Club with a donation of a brick of Lapua CenterX. 

We were all glad to see her excitement when this was won in a raffle by Barb J.

DECEMBER 9, 2018 - PETITCODIAC CHRISTMAS SHOOT

Today was a cold one for sure. Temperatures started at -16C, going up to -8C, and add a bit of wind for the -27C windchill factor! 

But it was sunny, (which made for some sighting challenges due to the glare on the snow and into the scopes). Shooters installed blinders on the shutters to help reduce the glare. 

The wood stove was fired up early, and all arrived in good spirits to end the year with an array of fun targets and hope for a turkey. It was a good shoot and camaraderie was on a high note.

Thanks to all the guys who kept the stove going, set up target frames and posted targets, and assisted with score verification. Too many names to list without fear of omission. Everyone pitched in. Probably to keep moving to stay warm, lol.

We do especially thank Dan G. and the PSC Executive for acquiring approval to reopen the club shooting facilities, which is a big plus for all the club members. There are many individuals from a vast area who support this Club and depend on it for an excellent shooting facility, as well as their other interests in provincial wildlife and environmental pursuits.

Thanks to our two chefs, Bev T. and Joanne S., for  their work in providing a delicious hot meal, and Shelly C. for the sweets. Thanks as well as to Bruce B. for the great baked beans and rolls, to Dave C. for his good as always brown-bread rolls, and to Dorothy McC. for her fine biscuits. It added up to one fine meal on a very cold day.  No doubt it kept all all the shooters in top form to continue shooting in the cold. 

Today's pics were taken by Darryl K. and Barb J. - thanks.

Thanks to John C. who had a very busy routine gathering up all the prizes, especially last minute turkey procurement. And his great job of gift wrapping! Tom N. did a great job getting the clubhouse ready. In conclusion, kudos were given to all of the Rifle Committee members for their help in making this year a successful one. 

And now the list of winners...…….everyone was a winner, but a few left with a Christmas turkey. John M. had THE "Lucky target", Darryl K. was the best "Fly-catcher", John McC. shot the most "Snowflakes" and David C. managed most to stay out of the black on the squares. We wish you all exquisite delight in your taste buds!

And from the Petti shooters, a Merry Christmas to all and Best of health in the New Year!

Your obliging Director, Volker