Outlaw Rimfire Precision Series
Sharptail Gouse Study
We have been approached by a wildlife biologist to see if any of our members wish to participate in their study.
The Conservation Genetics Lab at Boise State University is looking to collect wing samples from Columbian Sharp-tailed Grouse harvested in British Columbia for DNA analyses. They want to understand how populations of Columbian Sharp-tailed Grouse are related to one another, and to better understand their diversity across their range. This information will help inform conservation of this species in the future.
RENEWING YOUR MEMBERSHIP DURING THE CANADA POST STRIKE
Canada Post's strike continues and will for an unforseen time.
People who would normally mail in their renewal have no choice but to use another method to renew.
We highly suggest that you fill out the form on the website here and then send an e-transfer to membership@lonebuttefishandwildlife.com for your fees.
failing that you can
Drop off in person at Lone Butte Sporting Goods in Lone Butte or at Exeter Sporting Goods in town
Irish Lake Property
The Irish Lake property was donated to the club years ago by our now retired President and Lifetime member, Brian Williams.
The property was originally meant to be a access to Irish Lake before there was ever a Rec Site. At that time we had permission from BC Rail for a rail crossing and it was the only way to get onto Irish for the public. You had to push pull, or drag some kind of boat across the tracks.
Times change, CN bought BC Rail, the Rec Site was built, and we no longer have permission to cross the tracks under the CN Rail regime. So the property sat there unused for many years.
Pre-Covid we started discussing what to do with the property since it no longer worked for what it was originally intended. Well Covid happened and just about everything we were working on came to a grinding halt. It came back to life before Brian retired but, there were still things that got in the way. Early this year we motioned and approved a plan to list the property. Lots of looking for documentation and iron pins later we finally listed.
One day!
It sold in one day. The sale will complete in early October and the funds will be used for much needed range improvements.
We always strive to make the range better and the best range for you. If you have improvements then come to a meeting and tell us about it.
New Members must take an Orientation Course before being granted access to the range
Membership Fees
Single--$115.00
Junior--$50.00
Couple--$125.00
Family--$135.00
Senior 65 & up--$80.00
Senior Couple--$100.00
THERE IS A DISCOUNT OF $25.00 AVAILABLE TO THOSE MEMBERS WHO PROVIDE FOUR(4) HOURS OF VOLUNTEER WORK AT THE RANGE EITHER IN A WORK PARTY OR AT A CLUB EVENT WHEN THE OPPORTUNITY PRESENTS ITSELF. THIS AMOUNT WILL BE CREDITED ON THE FOLLOWING YEARS MEMBERSHIP DUES.
Check the Calendar and our facebook page for upcoming volunteer opotunities.
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Range Fees
First it is important to understand that as an individual member you are welcome to bring your family to the range for shooting practice etc. You may also bring out of town guests to enjoy your range with you. If you and your spouse and family use the range on a regular basis and you wish to have guests shoot with you, it mandatory that your guest signs in and pays the $10.00 day user fee with a special discount for juniors(17 and under) at $2.00
Range Safety
The Board of Directors passed a motion in 2010 that requires both EYE and EAR PROTECTION for everyone on the firing line, shooters and spectators. Signs have been posted and executive and board members will be enforcing this policy. The range shooting sheds are equipped with Red safety flags. A RED flag means the range is active and firearms may be handled and discharged or someone is occupying that range for another reason so be aware at ALL TIMES what or who is downrange of the firing line. Please use the flags and be safe. The flags will not make up for a lack of awareness. If a flag is missing please notify the chair for that bay or the Board of Directors.
Range use:
This is your club and your range. Non members may not use the range except as mentioned above. To help ensure that everyone who uses the range is eligible to do so the Board requires that you have your membership card available for presentation when requested. That is why it is important to keep the temporary ID provided by the top portion of the membership invoice.
