Anyone who wishes to have a club function posted here, please e mail the particulars to webmaster@tauntonrifleandpistol.org
7/28/10
FA 10 Transfer Forms Now Available For Download Here
We have taken the FA 10 transfer form off of the E.O.P.S. web site and are posting it here. This is the form that you must complete when you conduct a private gun sale. These used to be available at your local Police Department but always seemed to be in short supply. Now you can print out a copy of the form from your computer, fill it out and send it in. The form also comes with instructions which we suggest you read completely before sending it in. If you have questions about using the form, please contact the Executive Office of Public Safety or you local licensing authority.
To download the form, click here: FA10 TRANSFER FORM
6/9/10
FIREARMS SAFETY COURSE
The club offers a firearms safety course which is usually held the second Sunday of each month at the club house. This course satisfies the state requirement for all firearms licenses. For upcoming dates and contact information, please go to the safety course page at this link: FIREARM SAFETY COURSE PAGE
3/5/10
200yd Match Rifle Shooters Wanted
Kevin Winters, junior team coach, is looking for club members, seniors and juniors, to form a rifle team to participate in the South Shore 200yd Rifle League. The matches start in May and are held on Tuesday evenings at 6pm. If you are interested, contact Kevin at: tauntonjuniors@comcast.net
To view a flier with more information, click on this link: South Shore Rifle League
3/1/09
OUTDOOR RANGE IS NOW OPEN
Effective immediately, the outdoor range facility is open for use. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused by the necessary shut down.
2/23/07
Monthly Business Meetings
Just a reminder that the regular monthly business meetings are held the first Sunday of every month, 10am at the clubhouse. All interested members are welcome.
1/24/10
Safety Course Schedule For 2010 Posted
Dates for the Safety Course for 2010 have been announced. To view the schedule, go to the "SAFETY COURSE PAGE"
1/24/10
VOTE SCOTT BROWN FOR US SENATE
Thank you to all of you who took the time to make Scott Brown's election to the US Senate possible. Congratulations Scott, and good luck in Washington!
For more information about the Scott Brown campaign, click on this link: SCOTT BROWN FOR US SENATE
7/22/09
Bylaw Update Posted
The new club bylaws as updated July, 2009 have been posted on the "Member Info" page. To view the bylaws, go to the Member Info page and click on the "Club Bylaws" link.
6/27/09
UPDATED RANGE RULES
The club E board has completed an update of the Club Range Rules. We have started distributing the updated rules to new members at orientation and we anticipate mailing out copies to all members sometime in September. Until then, you can view the updated rules by clicking on the link below. Remember, it is YOUR responsibility to know and follow the Club rules so as to insure a safe and positive shooting experience for all of our members and guests.
To view the range rules, click here: RANGE RULES (2009 UPDATE)
4/30/09
Safety Course Changes
The maximum number of students for the safety course has been increased from 15 to 20. We have also added a list of upcoming course dates and availability on the "Safety Course" page. Hopefully, this will answer any questions about course scheduling.
For more information, please go to the "Safety Course" page.
3/29/09
Updated Indoor Range Use Notice
Please check out the newest range use notice. Remember, it is YOUR responsibility to insure that the firearm you are using is allowed on the indoor range. Not only do you risk your membership, but you will also be responsible for any damages done to the range.
To view the new notice, click on this link: NEW INDOOR RANGE USE NOTICE
2/10/09
ATTENTION !!!! CHANGES TO INDOOR RANGE APPROVED CALIBER LIST
There have been several changes to the list of approved calibers for indoor range use.
30 Carbine and .327 Magnum calibers have now been approved for handgun use on the indoor range.
The executive board has also approved the use of center fire carbines chambered for handgun cartridges. The list is limited to the following calibers:
TACTICAL STYLE CARBINES: COWBOY STYLE CARBINES
5.7x28mm FN (Lever action, pump action, ect.):
.30 Carbine .32 H&R Magnum
380 ACP .32-20 WCF
9mm Luger .38 Special
40 S&W .357 Magnum
10mm Auto .38-40 WCF
45 ACP .41 Magnum
.44 Special
.44-40 WCF
Also, carbines chambered for the .256 Winchester magnum and 9mm Largo as chambered in the "Spanish Destroyer Police Carbine" may be used.
Please note that at this time, carbine use is limited to the above calibers. As always, YOU are responsible for insuring that the weapon you are using is approved for use on the range. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE, DON'T USE IT! If you have questions about what you may use, please contact a member of the executive board. Use of un approved weapons will result in action against your membership and you will be responsible for any damages incurred. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE, DON'T USE IT!
10/19/08
New Trap Machine Now On Line
A new "Pat-Trap" machine has been installed on the trap field at the out door range. This machine replaces the old, obsolete thrower. With the increase in interest in trap shooting, this machine should be better able to accommodate our needs. Trap shooting is held every Sunday and is open to members and non members alike. Come down and check us out.
10/15/08
Outdoor Range Weather Cancellation E Mail List
We are in the process of establishing an E mail list to notify individuals in case of cancellation of trap shooting due to inclement weather. If you would like to be included on this notification list, please send an e mail message to: shotgunins@tauntonrifleandpistol.org . We will attempt to post a message to each person on the list the night before the shoot in the event that it becomes necessary to cancel.
6/28/08
Trap Fee Increase
Like everything else, the cost of clay targets has increased of late forcing us to raise the cost of a round of trap from $2.50 to $3.00. This will take effect on July 1. The price is the same for members and non members and does not include the cost of ammunition. This is still a great deal. Where else can you get so much bang for 3 bucks? Everyone, members and non members alike, are invited to come down and shoot with us on Sunday mornings and Thursday evenings.
3/3/08
WiFi Service Comes To The Club
What do Starbucks and the Gun Club have in common? WiFi service of course! We now have wireless internet service available at our clubhouse. For those members who have a hard time getting away from their computer, you can come on down and surf the web on your lap top during your club visits. We do not however, offer Caramel Macchiatos at this time. (But we're working on it!)
10/27/07
ATTENTION...Changes To Approved Calibers List For The Indoor Range
Members are reminded that only the calibers listed on the "APPROVED CALIBERS" list are approved for use on the indoor range. If a caliber is not listed, it CAN NOT BE USED on the indoor range. The only long guns approved for use indoors are .22 and .17 rim fire ONLY. All other rifles, including those chambered for common handgun calibers, are prohibited. Shotguns, and shot shells which can be used in a handgun, are also prohibited at all times. The following list of calibers, although they may be chambered in a handgun, are specifically prohibited:
.454 Casull
.460 S&W Mag.
.475 Wildey Mag.
.475 Linebaugh
.500 Linebaugh
.500 S&W Mag.
.223 Rem (5.56x45mm) Nato
Please remember that just because a caliber is not on the above list does not mean that it is approved for the range. Only the calibers which appear on the Approved Calibers list may be used.
It is up to each individual member to be sure that the caliber you are using is approved. Members who violate this range rule will forfeit their membership and may be responsible for any damages incurred by the club.
Click on this link for the list of calibers: APPROVED CALIBERS
10/14/07
Approved Calibers For Indoor Range
For a list of the approved calibers for indoor range use, please go to the Member Info page. This regulation will be strictly enforced. If you are in doubt about using a certain caliber or type of firearm, don't use it. Check with someone from the E board. There is no room for error for violations of this regulation. If you are caught using a non approved caliber or firearm, you will be dismissed from the club.
9/20/07
Club E Mail Data Base Update
There is a space on your dues invoice for including your E mail address. Please take the time to include it when returning your dues. You may also E mail us with your address if you prefer. E mail your name and address to: webmaster@tauntonrifleandpistiol.org
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5/28/07
Web News
A Photo Gallery section has been added on the "Member Info" page. There you will find links to photos of club activities. Check back often.