Phishing Scam Notice
OCSA has received a number of reports from members receiving emails claiming to be from club officials such as the president. These emails request the purchase or donation of gift cards for veterans or other organizations. These emails are a scam.
The only official emails would come from the normal club email address and would have corresponding information published on the official club website.
OCSA CLOSED due to COVID-19
UPDATED 4/29/2020:
OCSA HAS EVALUATED THE MOST RECENT ORDER ISSUE BY GOVERNOR BAKER AND REGRETFULLY THE CLUB WILL REMAIN CLOSED TO ALL USE EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THE BELOW LINKED OCSA STATEMENT.
PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR UPDATED INFORMATION AND CHECK THE CLUB CALENDAR FOR SPECIFIC EVENT INFORMATION. PLEASE READ THE BELOW STATEMENT FROM OCSA.
OCSA Events and COVID-19
updated 03/17/2020:
OCSA has evaluated and continues to evaluate the latest information out of washington dc and the State House. At this time the club REMAINS open for general range use but closed to most organized activity. Please check back for updated information and check the club calendar for specific event information. please read the below statement from ocsa.
Pistol Range Closed 2/12/2020
The outdoor pistol range will be closed on Wednesday February 12th for the day so that range maintenance can take place.
Temporary Road Restriction
The road running through Black Powder to IDPA has recently been worked on using reclaimed asphalt. This material needs time to properly set so we ask that NO vehicle traffic uses this road for the month of February. Also note that the road will not be plowed for the remainder of this winter.
Any Questions contact Chief Range Officer Franco Scarpino. EMAIL (ocsa_crso@googlegroups.com)
Rifle Range Closure (UPDATE #7)
UPDATE #7: 1/30/20 @ 19:46 - At the time of this update the contractors should have finished work on he rifle range and the range should be open for general use starting Friday 1/31/20. Please verify that all construction equipment has been removed and no workers are on the range.
UPDATE #6: The rifle range will be closed on 1/30/2020 so that crews can finish closing the trenches dug this past week. No other range is affected.
UPDATE #5: The rifle range will be closed on 1/29/2020 so that crews can finish closing the trenches dug this past week. No other range is affected.
UPDATE #4: The rifle range will be closed on the following dates: 1/27/2020 and 1/28/2020 so that crews can continue updates to the clubs natural gas conversion. No other range is affected and the trench has now been filled in between rifle and pistol so please use the regular gate for access.
UPDATE #3: The rifle range will be closed on the following dates: 1/24/2020 and 1/27/2020 so that crews can continue updates to the clubs natural gas conversion. No other range is affected. However there is a trench that blocks off the pistol range from the normal entrance. Please enter using the gate behind the caretakers building off the road leading to Black Powder and IDPA.
UPDATE #2: The rifle range will be closed on the following dates: 1/22/2020, 1/23/2020, and possibly 1/27/2020 so that crews can continue updates to the clubs natural gas conversion. No other range is affected.
UPDATE #1: Wednesday 1/15/2020 for a range cleanup and Monday 1/20/2020 & 1/21/2020 weather permitting for continued work on the natural gas conversion. No other range is affected.
Please check back at this announcement for updates.
All Ranges Closed (UPDATED)
11/1/2019 @ 1350: Power has been restored and a check of the ranges has not identified any storm damage that affects there use. All ranges are reopen as of 2PM.
11/1/2019 @ 0930: Do to power outages which also affect the access system and range safety lighting at the club, all ranges are closed until power is restored and all ranges are checked for safety related damage. Watch this announcement page for additional information.
All Ranges Closed (updated)
10/18/2019: Hello members, hope you all survived the wind without too much trouble. I am pleased to report that the club power is restored and a quick inspection by Richard this morning allows us to reopen the range. If you come to the club and find something of concern please email the Chief Range Officer, Franco Scarpino at ocsa_crso@googlegroups.com
10/17/2019: Do to tree issues & power outages which also affect the access system and range safety lighting at the club, the range is closed effective 10/17/2019 @ 1PM until power is restored and all ranges are checked for safety related damage. Watch this announcement page for additional information.
New 200 Yard Flag Rule
Per Chief Range Officer Franco Scarpino:
With the completion of the new 200 yard sash pit we are introducing a revision to the 200 yard flag usage as outlined below do to a concern someone newly arriving at the line may not see anyone downrange at 200 yards because they are in the pit and believe the lights were left on by mistake.
The club will no longer be building 200 yard stationary target frames. Please use the new frames in the pit for mounting your targets.
Revised Procedure:
When calling for a cold range to service 200 yard pit targets.
Sound the buzzer three times.
Turn on the red warning lights.
If going to 200 yards place the 200 yard range flag on the baffle support pole as always.
This indicates persons are at 200 yards.
If you go into the “sash pit” there is a new red flag which should be installed into a pipe at the top of the pit stairs.
This will indicate someone is in the pit.
When done in the pit remove the flag back to it’s storage location.
Remove the flag on the baffle pole.
Sound the buzzer three times.
Turn off the warning lights.
This is in addition to the flag placed up range just in front of the firing line.
Flag in Down Location
Flag in Up Location
200 Yard Sash Pit Rebuild Complete
Work on the 200 yard range has been completed except for some minor items. The pits may now be used. Please note there is now a red flag at the 200 yard pit that is intended to signal to the rest of the range that people are in the pit changing targets. The red flag at the firing line is still to be used to indicate a cold range while people are changing targets at 200 yards.
Rifle Range Closure Announcement
The rifle range will be closed Tuesday August 27th and Thursday August 29th or the day so work can continue on the 200 yard upgrades. The outdoor pistol range will remain open. Watch your email, Facebook, the club announcement page, or the project page for updates.
Dues bills have been sent out
Hello fellow member(s), The dues bills have been sent out to the email address we have on file so if you have not yet seen one please check your SPAM or Junk mail folder. The membership secretary would like to STRONGLY remind everyone of the following points.
The membership database is organized around your membership number. Failure to use your membership number in the following circumstances will delay our response to you and the processing of your payment.
If sending an email to ocsa_membership@googlegroups.com with questions about your bill(s) or membership in general, place your membership number from the front of your badge in the email subject line or at the top of your question.
Place the membership number or number(s) if paying for multiple people on all checks.
If dropping the check off, place the check in the mail slot on the membership office door. NOT in the mailbox by the elevator as that is for vendors and is not collected by the membership team.
Natural Gas Installation
As part of our continuing improvement & indoor range renovation, Columbia Gas will begin installing natural gas service to the club this Wednesday 8/14/2019. This work is expected to continue thru Friday 8/16/2019 and primarily impacts the entrance driveway and first section of the parking lot. Please use appropriate caution when entering and leaving the property.
Rifle Range Closure Announcement
Work on the 200 yard range will continue Thursday August 8 and Friday August 9. During this period all rifle range positions will be closed to allow for the downrange work. The outdoor pistol range will remain open. Watch your email, Facebook, the club announcement page, or the project page for updates.
Rifle Range Closure Announcement
Work on the 200 yard range will continue Wednesday July 10. During this period all rifle range positions will be closed to allow for the downrange work. The outdoor pistol range will remain open. Watch your email, Facebook, the club announcement page, or the project page for updates.
2019-2020 ANNUAL DUES
Starting August 1st, members may begin to pay the dues for 2019-2020 before the bills are sent out via email. If you are expecting a club work credit please wait for your bill.
Please see the Membership page for complete details on dues. It is imperative we have each members current and correct email address. If your email has changed in the last year please updated it by contacting the membership team at ocsa_membership@googlegroups.com
Include your name, membership number (from front of badge), and the reason for your email. Membership questions sent to any other email will not be answered. Only the membership team is authorized to deal with the membership database, credits and dues bills.
2019 Election Schedule
At the July membership meeting the club President will appoint an Election Committee consisting of three members, none of whom shall be an officer of the Association, to provide a slate of nominees for the various elective offices of the Association. A nomination signup sheet will be posted in the clubhouse at the end of the membership meeting. Nominations will be closed at the conclusion of the August meeting. Annual elections will take place on Monday September 9th starting at 6pm.
Running for office: (I)=Incumbent
Tom Kennedy – Board (I)
Tom Mortland – Board (I)
Tom Pye – Board (I)
Bill Earl – Board
Joe Staier – Treasurer (I)
Others who signed up but are not listed above did not meet the eligibility requirements per the election committee.
Rifle Range Closure Announcement
UPDATED 6/14/2019: Work on the 200 yard range will continue starting Monday June 10 and extend thru at least Tuesday the 18th. During this period all rifle range positions will be closed to allow for the downrange work. The outdoor pistol range will remain open and Tuesday night Rifle will not be affected. Watch your email, Facebook, the club announcement page, or the project page for updates.
New 5 Stand Structure
The new 5 stand is finished!! Come and shoot sporting type clay targets from the 5 shooting stands and 12 trap machines!!
Pistol Range Cleanup
On Saturday May 11th the outdoor pistol range will be closed from 9am until ~2pm for a cleanup. We are asking for volunteers to help for a $25 credit on next year’s dues. Tools for the work include dirt rakes, hay/mulch/manure forks, gas powered weed whackers, wheelbarrows, etc.
Remember, this club is your club and depends greatly on volunteer help.
Register for this work party by sending an email to keep informed of any changes. Please include your full name and membership number.
