Replacement Lift
At the membership meeting of August 5th, 2024 George Emanual presented his research on the replacement of the decommissioned handicap lift. At the previous Board of Directors meeting the Board voted in favor of Georges recommendation. This was done after meeting with three contractors and a site visit to one of the installed units. At the membership meeting the majority approved of the recommendation and voted on a budget of approximately $67K to cover the quote with a 10% contingency for unknowns once the old lift is removed.
The contractor chosen was Residential Elevator and Lift in Hanover and the unit is a Savaria Vertical Platform Lift.
Update 9/18/24:
The new lift is expected to be delivered 9/19. Installation will start almost immediately. The parking around the lift/range gate area and electrical power to all ranges may be affected during the project. It will also be necessary to close ranges on short notice for the electrical work to be performed. Due to the fluid nature of the project it may be difficult to post notices.
Update on Storm of 12/18/23
12/28/2023: Main power has been restored. Cable/internet has been restored. No known issues. All ranges are open.
Clubhouse Deck Replacement
2/24/24: The deck is complete. Please use caution parking in front of the deck as screws have been observed around the construction. We are working on cleaning the area.
1/22/2024: The contractor is mostly done except for some cleanup work but the deck is now open for use. Please use the righthand door with card access. You can also use the parking lot door to the indoor range except during archery for safety reasons.
12/7/2023: The clubhouse Deck replacement has begun. Members are asked NOT to park in front of the clubhouse on weekdays. Be advised that at some point in the project access to bathrooms may be affected. Please check the home page for updates.
OCSA Testifies on HD.4607
On October 12 OCSA submitted a document to the MA State House Committee that held hearings on HD.4670. The document was prepared by member Dale Solander who serves as the clubs Liaison with GOAL and NSSF as well as provides reports to the membership on a wide range of legislation important to MA gun owners and the members of this club.
OCSA rejects HD.4607 and asks all members to contact their legislators concerning this bill or any replacement bills that may occur. We are heartened to hear that for the first time in it’s history the Mass Chiefs of Police Association along with the MA State Police voted unanimously against supporting this bill as well as the previous version HD.4420. A big thank you to all Chiefs.
Members can read the clubs testimony by clicking HERE.
2023 Election Results
On the night of September 11, 2023 at the clubs annual meeting the below election results were verified.
Results:
Paula Cavalieri – Secretary , 1 year, no challengers
Joe Staier – Treasurer , 1 year ,no challengers
Carl O'Brien (BOD, reelected for 3 years)
Bill Earl (BOD, reelected for 3 years)
Richard Moskos (BOD, elected for 3 years)
Not Elected: The BOD would like to thank the following members for participating in the election and hope they will consider future runs.
Dan Hart
Tom McClennan
At the Board of Directors meeting on September 25, 2023 Tom Mortland was reelected as President and Rick Sten was reelected as Vice-President.
Please see the club By-Laws for election and club officer information. Any member with at least 5 years can run for office. Please see our club officials page for information on current club officials.
2024 Membership Renewal
The membership team has completed sending out the 2024 dues bills. These were sent using the email address on file with the membership office. As a mass email, it is possible that it ends up in your SPAM/JUNK folder so please check before saying you did not receive it. Please note that everyone does get an invoice even our life members and those who pre-paid. This is both for your records and to allow you to participate in the two annual raffles if you choose.
Every year we have a certain number of problems and we wish to minimize this so please read this notice and the notice on the website membership page completely if you have not yet paid. Please refer to the membership page (https://old-colony.org/membership/#mem-renew) and the club bylaws https://old-colony.org/bylaws before asking any questions to see if the answer is available and reduce the email volume.
Please remember, only one club member performs most of this renewal process including answering your questions so answers may be delayed. The next membership meeting on September 11 includes the club elections so Richard will be busy. You can stop by the Board meeting on August 28th starting at about 6:30pm if you have questions.
The deadline for all dues payments is 4 pm on October 15th, (in the office, not postmarked by). A late fee of $20 dollars will apply after this date
Members in arrears as of 4 pm on Nov 15th, (in the office, not postmarked by) will be deactivated and access card privileges revoked. A $20 dollar late fee and $10 card re-activation fee will apply after this date
2023 Election Schedule
There will be an election for the Board of Directors at the Annual Membership Meeting on September 11, 2023. Elections will run from 6pm to 7:30pm with the member meeting starting at 7pm. These elections help set the course for the next three years so please consider dropping by to cast your vote, even if you cannot stay for the meeting. Please see the club By-Laws for election and club officer information. Any member with at least 5 years can run for office. Please see our club officials page for information on current club officials.
Terms ending:
Carl O'Brien – Board:
Bill Earl – Board:
Open Seat – Board
Paula Cavalieri – Secretary , No challengers
Joe Staier – Treasurer , No challengers
Running for Board of Directors: (3 positions)
Carl O'Brien (Incumbent for reelection) [Life member having joined OCSA in 2016. Carl is active in Precision Pistol.]
Bill Earl (Incumbent for reelection) [life member having joined OCSA in the 1970’s. Bill is active in Black Powder.]
Dan Hart [Joined OCSA in 2018. Dan is active in Black Powder]
Tom McClennan [Life member having joined OCSA in 1977. Tom is active in Black Powder]
Richard Moskos [Joined OCSA in 2017. Rich is active in IDPA]
2023 Family Day
The OCSA Open House this year is on Sunday
September 17th.
Family NRA Firearm Safety and Education Day Sunday September 17. This is when the club opens its doors to anyone from the public interested in checking us out between 9:30AM and 1PM. Individuals and families with children 10 years old or older are invited to see what the club has to offer. Youth programs, Safety instruction, and opportunities to try various firearms and archery will be available. SEE FLYER
Each activity will run continuously during the day unless noted otherwise. Black Powder demonstrations will be active from 10am to 12pm, IDPA demonstrations will be active from 12pm to 1pm. What we need to make this the success it has always been are club members willing to lend a hand in one of the following ways:
· A firearm and your time on the line to run it
· Ammunition, all calibers
· Administrative help to aid in registration, checking for needs on the line etc.
· Photos and short videos that the club can use may be uploaded HERE.
· Helping to talk to people waiting on the firing line to keep things moving and to talk about what the club has to offer.
Tom Pye will be organizing this event. If interested in helping, donating, or you have questions. Send them to oldcolonyfamilyday@gmail.com
ALL RANGES WILL BE CLOSED TO GENERAL USE UNTIL 2PM
Kitchen Closing
Hello fellow members. Joe and Robin have informed the club that they will be shutting down kitchen operations immediately. This was their choice, there were no problems between them and the club. We thank them for their efforts and wish them the best going forward. If you have questions or suggestions about the kitchen going forward, we suggest you attend the upcoming membership meeting on July 10th starting at 7pm. More information will be posted as it becomes available.
2023 Junior Conservation Camp Winner
Old Colony Sportsman’s Association is proud to sponsor 1 members child to the Massachusetts Junior Conservation Camp. This years recipient is Alexa Rhinehardt, congratulations!
If you would like to know more about the program go to https://old-colony.org/mjcc
OCSA Scholarship Winners
THE $500 2023 SCHOLARSHIPS WERE AWARDED TO:
Holly Beaudoin -$500 Recipient of the Old Colony Sportsmen's Association Member Scholarship
Brody Graham - $500 Recipient of the Old Colony Sportsmen's Association Member Scholarship
Alexa Rhinehardt - $500 Recipient of the Old Colony Sportsmen's Association Pembroke School Scholarship.
If you would like to know more about our scholarship program the go to https://old-colony.org/scholarships
New AC Installed
Per a vote of the membership approving funds, the Caretakers house and the clubhouse hall had new AC units installed on Monday June 26th. The chosen contractor was Urban Heating & AC LLC of Carver MA. The final cost after rebates are processed is expected to be approximately $5,400.
We have received specific instructions from the installer on operation in our application. To avoid damage to the equipment please do not touch the controls if you have not received training from Dale, Mary, or Keith.
2023 Club Elections
At the June 5th membership meeting a nomination signup sheet will be posted in the clubhouse on the main bulletin board. Nominations will be closed at the conclusion of the August meeting. Annual elections will take place on Monday September 11th starting at 6pm unless the incumbents are unchallenged. The club President will appoint an Election Committee. They will manage the process to provide a slate of nominees for the various elective offices of the Association. Please see the club By-Laws for election and club officer information. Any member with at least 5 years can run for office. Please see our club officials page for information on each person below.
Terms ending:
Carl O'Brien – Board
Bill Earl – Board
Open Seat – Board
Paula Cavalieri – Secretary
Joe Staier – Treasurer
Scholarships & Camp
As members of OCSA you have several benefits available beyond access to the range. All applications must be in by April 1, 2023
1. OCSA provides several $500 scholarships. Applications are due in April so if interested in more information use this link. https://old-colony.org/scholarships
2. OCSA also sponsors one person to the Massachusetts Junior Conservation Camp each fall, an $1100 value. This two week overnight summer camp is for girls and boys ages 13 -17. The Camp offers a program of conservation education and instruction in outdoor recreation skills. This also has an April deadline. if interested in more information use this link. https://old-colony.org/mjcc
2022 NRA Family Day
The OCSA Open House this year is on Sunday October 16th. This is when the club opens its doors to anyone from the public interested in checking us out. The only requirement for admission is that they must register with a young person generally age 10-16. Safety instruction and opportunities to fire certain firearms will be available. SEE FLYER
Each activity will run continuously unless noted otherwise. Black Powder demonstrations will be active from 10am to 12pm, IDPA demonstrations will be active from 12pm to 1pm. What we need to make this the success it has always been, are club members willing to lend a hand in one of the following ways:
· A firearm and your time on the line to run it
· Ammunition, all calibers
· Administrative help to aid in registration, checking for needs on the line etc.
· Photos and video that the club can use (details on how to submit later).
· Helping to talk to people waiting on the firing line to keep things moving and to talk about what the club has to offer.
Linda Chapman will be organizing this event. If interested in helping, donating, or you have questions. Send them to lindachap02@gmail.com
ALL RANGES WILL BE CLOSED TO GENERAL USE UNTIL 2PM
2023 Dues Bills
The membership team will soon be sending out the 2023 dues bills via email. If you have not seen your bill within the next two weeks please check any SPAM or junk mail folders. If after two weeks from this date you have not seen the bill use the contact process below.
Payment Options:
Drop off: Place your payment in a sealed envelope. Make sure to include the membership numbers of all persons you are paying for on the check or money order. Place the sealed envelope through the slot on the membership office door inside the clubhouse. Do not use the mailbox on the porch as this is not opened by the membership team.
U.S. Mail: Place your payment in a sealed envelope. Make sure to include the membership numbers of all persons you are paying for on the check or money order. Mail the payment to "OCSA Box 523, Pembroke, MA 02359-0523". Do not use the forest street address, the post office will not deliver here and your payment may not get recorded.
Electronic: Go to the OCSA Store at old-colony.org/ocsa-store. At the store, you will see a selection for membership renewal. When you select this, you will have the choice to select from a full member, spouse, or junior. With each selection a form will pop up asking for required membership information so we can match the payment to the member. Fill in the information and then add that selection to your cart. You can add as many types of membership payments as needed for your situation. For multiple juniors, simply increase the quantity of junior renewals as needed, fill in the form once and place the remaining juniors' names and membership numbers into the text box at the end of the form. Once you are done select checkout. You will then complete the financial information. You should receive an email confirming completion of the process. NOTE: A service fee is added for all electronic payments. The amount of this fee is detailed in the information field.
Important notes
Please note that we cannot electronically process renewals with range work credits. Continue to use a check after getting your dues bill with the credits.
Please note that you are not required to use the electronic payment service. You may continue to pay by check or cash at the club as in the past using the mail slot on the office door. DO NOT USE THE VENDOR MAILBOX OUTSIDE THE CLUB.
Please note that we are charged a fee by the the credit card processor. These fees have been added as electronic service fees and are noted in the text when you select the renewal item. If you do not want to pay the processing fee you can continue to use a check once you receive your dues notice.
If paying by check, place the membership numbers for all persons covered on the check.
Contact Information:
For all other questions on membership, send an email to: ocsa_membership@googlegroups.com Include your name & membership number in the email.
2022 Junior Conservation Camp Winner
Old Colony Sportsman’s Association is proud to sponsor 1 members child to the Massachusetts Junior Conservation Camp. This years recipient is ??????????, congratulations!
If you would like to know more about the program go to https://old-colony.org/mjcc
OCSA Scholarship Winners
THE $500 2022 SCHOLARSHIPS WERE AWARDED TO:
Matthew Peila - $500 Recipient of the Roy Piver Scholarship
Hailey Dunn - $500 Recipient of the Roy Piver Scholarship
Darcy McGuirk -$500 Recipient of the Old Colony Sportsmen's Association Scholarship
Caroline Gerety - $500 Recipient of the Old Colony Sportsmen's Association Scholarship
Dean C. Freeley - $500 Recipient of the Old Colony Sportsmen's Association Scholarship.
If you would like to know more about our scholarship program the go to https://old-colony.org/scholarships
2022 Election Schedule
Updated 8/31/22: All incumbents are running unopposed. Per our bylaws there will be no need for an election at the annual meeting on September 12.
Updated 6/24/22: At the June 6th membership meeting a nomination signup sheet was posted in the clubhouse on the main bulletin board. Nominations will be closed at the conclusion of the August meeting. Annual elections will take place on Monday September 12th starting at 6pm unless the incumbents are unchallenged. The club President will appoint an Election Committee. They will manage the process to provide a slate of nominees for the various elective offices of the Association. Please see the club By-Laws for election and club officer information.
Terms ending:
Tom Kennedy – Board
Tom Mortland – Board & President
Tom Pye – Board
Colleen Riley – Secretary
Joe Staier – Treasurer
Updated Range Rules Released
OCSA has published revised range rules effective 5/24/2022. All members are encouraged to download a copy, review and familiarize themselves with the rules. All older versions are obsolete.
CLICK HERE