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1 Black Diamond Gun Club Newsletter January 2012 Web Version Black Diamond Gun Club PO Box 217 Black Diamond, WA 98010

2 The Bullsheet Your Gun Club Information Source Is published monthly by the: Black Diamond Gun Club P.O. Box 217 Black Diamond, WA Editor: Laura Ballard Club Address: Web Page: On-line Newsletter: House/Message Phone: (360) Next RSO Meeting January 17, :00pm Next General Meeting January 17, :30pm Advertising Business Card Ads (1/3 page) are $25.00/month or $250.00/year. Classified Ads are free to all members. You may submit your classified ads by to either the Editor or Club addresses, above. Or, U.S. Mail to the P.O. box address above. You may also drop them by the club house or give them to any club officer. Deadline for submission of ads is the date of the General Meeting. Classified ads run for 2 months unless requested otherwise Club Officers President - Tom Hunt Vice President - Jim Bradbury Treasurer - Laura Ballard Secretary - Pat Manyon Chairman of the Board - TBD January 2012 Hello Everyone, Well I hope Santa was good to you and everyone is rested up for shooting in the New Year! The annual Continental league has started again and Black Diamond will be hosting a league shoot on January 29 th. Marion Dukes is the club focal point for the Continental league, so if you re interested in shooting or just would like to help at the club sponsored league shoot, contact Marion for more information. I would like to increase the visibility of activities and things going on at the club so that more of the members can either follow along or become involved if they wish. So let me or anyone on the board know what you think the best way to do this would be. Maybe an update from time to time of the projects, bulletin board postings or maybe just more information in the Bull Sheet. I know in the past projects happen and I miss out on them and so wished I would have known and could have been a part in that. One project we are trying to gather support for is to help Clem dig up the old drain pipe in the pistol range so we can drain the water there. If you re interested in being a part of that, let us know and we will be happy to include you in the schedule to get that done. Trustees: Bill Davis 12/12 Bob Ballard 12/14 Clem Novinski 12/12 Cork Carpenter 12/14 Bob Sadesk 12/13 Mark Downing 12/14 Jim Forczek 12/13 John Griffin 12/13 Raymond DePouli 12/ Along the same lines, if you see some areas around the club that need some help and have an idea about how to go about it, please let any of the board members know about it or attend one of the club meetings so we can get started on it.. Well, I hope everyone had a great holiday with friends, family, and hope to see you soon at the club. Tom

3 Black Diamond Gun Club RSO Meeting Minutes 12/20/2012 Attendees: Sam Vanassa Bill Davis Kimo Talaroc Janice Talaroc Bud Cross Brian Pennington Mark Downing Barb Sher Phil Erickson John Griffin John Mulhall Clint Shaw Jeff Detwiler Tom Hunt Clem Novinski Clete Novinski Larry Gardner Pat Manyon Marilyn Manyon Dale McCormick Chaired by Mr. John Mulhall Called to Order at 6pm Pledge of Allegiance January 2012 RSO schedule sign up sheet circulated Mr. Mulhall solicits attendees for any safety or damage issues on the range. None reported. Ms. Janice Talaroc briefs regarding the activities of the Education Committee. The Committee is looking for individuals / volunteers to participate on the Committee. Subject areas for future consideration by the Committee are Youth Education, Women s Pistol Class, etc. Please contact Ms. Talaroc if you are interested in participating. The next meeting for this Committee is tentatively scheduled for after the Christmas holiday. Mr. Mulhall, BDGC Chief RSO commented that both Individuals to lead classes and Assistants for those classes are needed. Potential future classes include: Personal Protection Within the Home, Personal Proctection Outside the Home, and Refuse to be a Victim. Mr. Bud Cross advised that a Pacific Lutheran University group would like to use the Shotgun / Rifle / Pistol ranges on Sunday, January 22 nd, after 2pm, lasting approximately 4 hours. 15 to 20 Students / Advisors would be using the ranges and RSO s would be required for Safety and Instruction. A Potluck dinner would be held after the shooting events. Tacoma News Tribune media coverage is anticipated. Event to be forwarded to the BDGC Board of Directors for approval. Mr. John Mulhall provided a short update regarding facilities planning for a new class room facility and its possible location. Size to be approximately 24 feet by 60 feet. Single story facility with future expansion to a 2 story facility. Mr. Mulhall advised the attendees of the upcoming yearly calendar and solicited input for future educational events for the RSO group. Possible classes include: Reloading classes, specific firearms use / function / disassembly-assembly, the Law and how it applies to firearm ownership and use, Rifle sight-in procedures, and Black Powder firearms review. Classes to be conducted Bi-Monthly. Ms. Barb Sher advised those present of the future (2012) Hunters Education class dates. Calendar events were reviewed, coordinated and the potential dates will be submitted to the BDGC Board for final approval. Meeting adjourned at 6:36pm. Submitted, 12/22/2012 Brian H. Pennington Mr. Mulhall advised the attendees that those individuals interested in NRA Instructor Certification courses should contact him for possible future scheduling at the BDGC facility. A minimum of 6 individuals would be required per class for a qualified individual to conduct the class at the BDGC. Individuals interested in NRA RSO classes contact Mr. Mulhall. Those classes can be conducted by the CRSO at the BDGC. 3 4

4 January 2012 Another year has come to a close and we are gearing up for the next year. Come on by, shoot, enjoy a home cooked dinner and visit with your fellow shooters and club members on Wednesday evenings. We elected new officers at the December General Meeting. Welcome to all of the new board members. Come on out and welcome the newly elected board members. Our Christmas party this year was successful, having 41 people that came to the Christmas party and participated in the games and the silent auction. Thank you to everyone that donated items to the silent auction. Alex DePouli was the winner of the Shotgun competition. Robert Faliski won the rifle competition and the pistol competition was won by Cody Ballard (who beat his father with his father s pistol). All we can say is that Dad, you are a GREAT teacher! The Continental League Season is upon us. We had our practice Continental League shoot on December 4 th. The actual Continental League shoot at our club will be January 16 th, starting at 8:30am. We could use all of the help that we can get for scoring the shooters and loading the traphouses. Any volunteer help will eat for free during the event. This year I d like to congratulate Seattle Skeet and Trap for winning the Interclub competition. Black Diamond Gun Club needs to practice Skeet a little more for next years competition. Come on out, shoot, and meet your fellow Black Diamond Gun Members. Remember, we serve dinner on Wednesday evenints! See you at the club. Laura Ballard 5 NEW & USED MEC RELOADERS MEC PARTS MEC REPAIR AND TUNE UPS.!! If you need a MEC anything, John Abbott is the guy to call!! John has new and used MEC reloaders in all gauges and also a good supply of MEC reloader parts. If you need a few parts for a worn out MEC, a tune up or some repair work, call: John Abbott (425) Cell (425) Do you have a favorite shirt, vest, or other item(s) that you would like the Black Diamond Gun Club Logo (or any other embroidery) stitched onto? Bring it into the Black Diamond Gun Club, attach your name with phone number and instructions and Michelle Detwiler will contact you with a quote. Most logos range from $15 - $30. Embroidering a first name, or stitching a patch on - $5. Call Michelle at for questions or quotes. 6

Black Diamond Membership Meeting Minutes 12-20-2011 Roll Call Officer and Trustees present: Mark

Forczek, Bob Ballard, Clem Novinski Guests: None Reading of minutes waived: Motion to accept

5 Black Diamond Membership Meeting Minutes Roll Call Officer and Trustees present: Mark Downing, Clinton Shaw, Laura Ballard, John Griffin, Ray DePouli, Cork Carpenter, Bill Davis, Jim Forczek, Bob Ballard, Clem Novinski Guests: None Reading of minutes waived: Motion to accept minutes of previous meeting with two changes the correct date and the amended cost per bag of shot from $32.00 to $32.99 approved by first and second Treasurers Report: The Black Diamond Gun Club is solvent. Large purchases this month for three new Pat trap machines and Supplies from Connie s Components. 7 8

6 Committee Reports: John Mulhall, heads the committee for the additional training facility proposal. Discussions centered on how it will be funded and the approximate size and location at BDGC. Trustee reports: Clint Shaw and Janice Talaroc, discussed the education committee and the need for training volunteers as well as ideas for subjects that can be taught. John Mullhall requested that a decision be made by the board with regard to a key person (John Mulhall) to have the responsibility for all safety related issues. The board is taking John s suggestion under consideration. Continental league, see schedule in the BDGC Bullsheet for warm up times, dates and start times. auction paid for all of the expenses related for this party, generating $ The prize hams were won by Alex DePouli and Cody Ballard and Robert Faliski. New Business: The three new trap machines should be installed and operating by the end of January. A vote for the election of new board members, ballots were counted the results are: President Tom Hunt Vice President - Jim Bradbury Secretary Pat Manyon Treasurer Laura Ballard 1 year trustee Ray DePouli 3 year trustees Bob Ballard, Cork Carpenter, Mark Downing Kitty for $15.50 was won by Mark Downing Meeting Adjourned at 7:50pm Old Business: The December 17 th was the BDGC Christmas party, had forty-one people attend. The silent 9 10

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Keeping Our Sport Alive Claybrakn... with Frank I was at a social gathering the other evening when someone came up to me and said, So, I hear you re a shooter?

8 Keeping Our Sport Alive Claybrakn... with Frank I was at a social gathering the other evening when someone came up to me and said, So, I hear you re a shooter? This person wasn t a gun owner, hunter, or clay target shooter, and they admittedly knew very little about guns or shooting. Yet, the thought of shooting at moving clay targets with a shotgun intrigued them enough to ask me the question with sincerity. I certainly wasn t going to pass-up an opportunity to explain why I love shooting, so I proceeded to explain why. Fortunately, I caught myself in time as a blank stare start drifting over his face. I stopped talking, hesitated for a second, and then with a smile I simply said I shoot because it s a whole lot of fun! Instantly, the blank stare was gone, he was back with interest, and wanting to hear even more about it all. Off we went on a pleasant minute discussion over a cup of coffee. In the end, he left with my card in hand, and we made plans to get together soon out at the club, where I would introduce him and his son to the sport of clay target shooting. I realized from that encounter that there are probably a lot of interested people out there (without preconceived biases) that would really enjoy the fun and excitement of clay target shooting, if only they were properly introduced to the sport. This encounter really got me to thinking! I realized that it s us shooters that have the responsibility of educating and promoting clay target shooting to the public. There s nobody better than us shooters to make certain that the public understands the truth about firearms and all the benefits that come from hunting and clay target shooting. We have to be a strong, positive presence to counter those voices that simply want guns and all of the shooting sports to simply disappear. It s 12 my belief that Community Relations needs to become a solid part of every gun club s mission statement and goals and objectives. Clubs will certainly need to find just the right individuals to appoint or elected to lead this effort, and the Board of Directors should make up the standing committee. The purpose of this committee would be to enlighten and educate the public, the local community, with the truth about gun ownership, and their safe and proper use, as well as to promote and encourage community participation in all of the shooting activities offered at their club. Most every gun club is required by code or ordinance to make available a certain number of hours per month to be open and accessible for public use. To some clubs this simply means being open for its members, and then the public is also welcome to drop by and participate if they want. This basic level of effort will maintain their non- profit 501-C3 status, but very little is done to promote membership growth, or to encourage greater public involvement, support, or participation. On the other hand, I know of clubs that Get it. They realize they must become an important and integral part of the community in order to survive and grow. Gun clubs need to be proactive in their approach, coupled with a dedicated effort, to make certain that the public has a positive and value-added perception of what the club brings to the community. When a community doesn t understand or realize any value, then a gun club s continued existence will always be in question. There are a couple important things that I think clubs need to do to reachout and promote themselves within their communities. First of all, a basic Community Promotional Plan needs to be developed. The plan should focus specifically on how to simply introduce your club to the community. The plan should outline what your club has to offer, and how those values and benefits can be properly shared with local businesses, schools, newspapers and publications, fire and police departments, recreational centers, community clubs and organizations, and even churches. The plan should address all aspects of promoting and communicating the benefits of your club to as many people in the community as possible. Maybe a tasteful poster, handout, or flyer could be designed for distribution? Possibly, some brief public speaking engagements could be arranged, accompanied with a 20 minute 13

9 slide show on your club, its people, and its activities. I m sure there s a lot of great ideas out there, and with a little brain-storming among your members, the results can be numerous. Just remember, don t go overboard. Keep your plan simple, direct, and manageable. The basic purpose or goal is to introduce your club to the community in the most positive, honest, friendly, and respectful manner possible. Drug Enforcement Administration January 25, 26 University of Washington PD January 18, 19, 20 Range Closures 8am 3pm 8am 5pm Secondly, your club needs to organize and arrange specific activities that will draw the public to your club for participation. For many years, Black Diamond Gun Club has offered an annual, free to the public, Easter Egg Hunt. Hundreds of people show up, there s no shooting involved, but the positive exposure to the community has produced many new club members. One thing several clubs are offering is a New Shooters Night where once a week basic instruction is offered; club-guns may be provided; and the cost for a few rounds of trap or skeet is either half-price or on the club. Along with these introductory activities, I know of many clubs that offer free shooting instruction or classes for novices, ladies, or youth shooters on a regular basis. Other fun things that can be organized such as community Pot Lucks; Game Nights; or Movie Nights all wrapped around a few rounds of target shooting. The point is that you need to create whatever activities you can that will entice the public to come out and join in. From participation comes appreciation, and from there the fun and enjoyment of clay target shooting can only grow. I truly believe that the full responsibility rests with us shooters to keep hunting, shooting, and the clay target sports alive and well in our towns and communities. We all know how strong the various factions are out there that oppose all firearms and everything related to shooting and hunting. Just remember, The truth cannot be argued, and that there are a lot of people in our neighborhoods and communities that remain fair and open to honest and positive information and dialog regarding gun ownership and the hunting and shooting sports. Based on my experience, when a gun clubs take action to reach-out, with respect and honesty, to enlighten, educate, and encourage community involvement and support the positive feedback can be overwhelming. It s really up to us shooters to make it happen! If you have a specific question, send me an and I ll do my best to get it answered. Please keep your questions brief and to the point. claybrakn@msn.com Washington State Patrol January 12, 13 Port of Seattle None Scheduled Des Moines Police Dept None Scheduled Immigration & Custom s Enforcement None Scheduled US Marshalls None Scheduled *Note: Entire club is closed during police events 2pm 10pm 8am 4pm 8am 5pm 9am 5pm 8am 5pm Please check your newsletter and/or online carefully for range closures. Closures are listed on the monthly calendar and in the section titled Range Closures. It is best to check in both places for closures. Sometimes the phrase Range Closed is omitted on the calendar due to the limited space in the individual calendar date blocks. The club is always closed during Law Enforcement agency use. Note that the rifle/pistol ranges are closed for shooting during the Continental League and PITA shoots whether it is listed on the calendar or not. This is a courtesy to shooters paying entry fees and shooting for trophies. Please check the Range Closure section for all scheduled range closures. If you mistakenly remove the Range Closed sign at the gate, please replace it immediately. See you at the club Frank 14 15

10 There is a work party the first Saturday of every month. Come out and help out at your club. Each person that participates in the work party will get a free lunch that day. READ RANGE RULES EACH TIME YOU COME TO THE RANGE. RED LINE RULE WILL BE ENFORCED IN ADDITION: NO SHOTGUNS ON THE PISTOL RANGE ONLY SHOTGUNS WITH BUCKSHOT OR SLUGS ON RIFLE RANGE (NO BIRD SHOT) NO MORE THAN 2 TARGETS ON ANY CLUB SUPPLIED TARGET FRAME TARGETS MUST BE PLACED SO THAT BULLETS INPACE THE BACK BERM (RIFLE RANGE) OR BACKSTOP (PISTOL RANGE) HANDGUN CARTRIDGES ONLY ON PISTOL RANGE ID BADGES TO BE WORN VISIBLE ON OUTER CLOTHING RANGE OFFICERS IDENTIFIED BY SPECIAL CAPS OR BADGES AND THEIR WORD IS LAW!! VIOLATION OF RANGE RULES MAY RESULT IN SUSPENSION OR TERMINATION OF YOUR MEMBERSHIP

11 Classified ads can be ed to Laura Ballard at the following address: Please don t hesitate to contact Laura if you have any questions or concerns. All input to the newsletter is welcome and will be considered. Thank You! For Sale: Colt 45 Series 70 Gold Cup Match. Call Steve at $1,200 Kel Tec SU2000 9mm takes Glock 17 mags 3 30 round mags 2 17 round mags 1 10 round mag Soft case made for this gun Asking $ for everything. Must be a current Black Diamond Gun Club Member and have CCW. Phone Jim Locke jim_dcfinc@comcast.net Sig Sauer P556 Pistol, comes with everything. One magazine, sling, case, manual, and red dot and open sights. Buyer must have current CCP and be a member of Black Diamond Gun Club. Asking $ Also Knoxx Spec Ops Fold over stock for a Rem Never used brand new asking $ Please call Jim at or me at jim_dcfinc@comcast.net

2011 Interclub Trap Championship (BDGC vs SST): (250 targets per Event - 2000 total targets possible per club) SST: BDGC: (1) Singles 233 236 (2) Singles 235 228 (3) Handicap 188 206 (4) Handicap 190

12 2011 Interclub Trap Championship (BDGC vs SST): (250 targets per Event total targets possible per club) SST: BDGC: (1) Singles (2) Singles (3) Handicap (4) Handicap (5) Doubles (6) Skeet (7) Continental (8) Continental Totals: 1708(+30) 1678 Final Stats: 2011 Interclub Champion: Seattle Skeet and Trap Club High-Over-All (HOA-400): * Interclub HOA Champion: Al Olson, SST (330/400) (Decided by Long- Run) * HOA - Black Diamond: Marion Dukes, (330/400) * HOA - SST: Roy Watanabe, (303/400) High-All-Around (HAA-200): * HAA - Black Diamond: Mark Downing, (172/200) * HAA - SST: Pascal Hayatsu (174/200) Total Shooters Participating: 60 (43 SST; 17 BD) Total Dollars Generated: $ * Total Trap Dollars: $ (424 rounds shot (10,600 targets) +/- 50/50 to the clubs) * Total Trophy/Prize Dollars: $ (100% back to shooters) Interclub Winners (24): (Boxes of shells given as prizes to winners & participants) 6 Al Olson, HOA - Champion 5 Marion Dukes, HOA - BD 5 Roy Watanabe, HOA - SST 4 Mark Downing, HAA- BD 4 Pascal Hayatsu, HAA - SST 20 21

Black Diamond Gun Club Newsletter. Black Diamond Gun Club PO Box 217 Black Diamond, WA August 2011 Web Version

Black Diamond Gun Club Newsletter August 2011 Web Version www.blackdiamondgunclub.org Black Diamond Gun Club PO Box 217 Black Diamond, WA 98010 The Bullsheet Your Gun Club Information Source Is published