Author Archives: Bridgeport Rod & Gun Club

Conceived in 2016, the goal of the “Shoot for Cystinosis” was to bring awareness of the plight of children suffering from this disease and to raise money for research, since most research money comes from private donations and fundraisers.  The inaugural event was on behalf of a 9 year old St. Catharine’s girl, the onlyContinue reading “Charity Shoot for local girl in Niagara Region – July 9th”

In honor of National Range Day on June 4th, 2022, the club has decided to waive guest fees for the day. Members are still responsible for signing in their guests and being responsible for them. https://nationalrangeday.ca

Concept: A members-only club championship styled in the manner of the Bronze Horseshoe Trap League.  Four months to complete 400 targets on your schedule. Details: When: Runs from May 1st to Aug 31st, 2022 Number of Targets: 400 (16 Rounds) Cost: Zero! (well you pay for the targets and supply the ammo and talent) Rules:Continue reading “The Bridgeport 400”

Just a reminder we are now in our summer hours for the 25 yard and 100 yard ranges. See the range calendar page for details. Trap summer hours will begin May 5th this year. This means restarting shoots on Thursday evenings beginning at 3 PM. New member expectations have been updated on the join theContinue reading “April 2022 Update”

As of April 5th, 2022: The club will not be requiring proof of being vaccinated to access club facilities. Social distancing is still required. Masks are encouraged. General Membership Meetings: With capacity limits being lifted we are resuming the general members meeting to follow the Directors meetings. Thank you to our members: The club hasContinue reading “Covid-19 Update 2022-04-05”

The Chief Firearms Office (CFO) has been informed that there has been a recall on ammunition Chineese 7.62×39 surplus CH76239-1500, purchased between September 2021 and December 1st, 2021. This ammunition contains a tannerite-type substance which is prohibited and flammable/incendiary. The recalled crates will have #1 stamped on one of the wooden handles, and cartridges willContinue reading “Recall on Surplus Ammunition”

Meats shoots are scheduled to be continued on the third Saturday of each month from December through April. Registration is at 11:30 AM Shoot is at 12 PM Rules and Regulations: Factory choke only Limit of 3 wins per person Limit of 3 wins per gun No shooting optics (scopes, red dots, etc) No restingContinue reading “Meat Shoots”

New Member Expectations Some additional information to help manage new member expectations has been posted here. Please read the linked page for details. It describes how to go from a probationary member to a full member and how retrieve membership cards, access cards, etc. In general, when you have a question about the club, seekContinue reading “New Member Expectations & Range Hours update”

The club has installed a new access system for the range. Your current access cards will no longer work and new cards are available for members in good standing. Keep an eye on the events calendar for updates on when a Director will be available at the club to issue you your new access card.Continue reading “New RFID Cards Available”