2021 Election Schedule
At the July 12th membership meeting the club President appointed an Election Committee consisting of Richard Yanulis, Carl O’Brien, and Rose Hauser. They will manage the process to provide a slate of nominees for the various elective offices of the Association. A nomination signup sheet is posted in the clubhouse on the bulletin board. Nominations will be closed at the conclusion of the August meeting. Annual elections will take place on Monday September 13th starting at 6pm unless the incumbents are unchallenged.
UPDATE August 2: The incumbents are running unopposed so no election will be needed.
Terms ending:
Rick Sten – Board (I)
Guy Bowers – Board (I)
Dale Solander – Board (I)
Colleen Riley – Secretary
Joe Staier – Treasurer (I)
Archery Project Approved
On June 7th after a unanimous recommendation by the Board of Directors, the membership voted to approve a budget of $40,000 for supporting the return of Archery to OCSA. Plans for the construction of facilities will be detailed on the Archery page.
2021 Junior Conservation Camp
Old Colony Sportsman’s Association is proud to sponsor 1 members child to the Massachusetts Junior Conservation Camp. This years recipient is Owen Belanger, congratulations!
If you would like to know more about the program go to https://old-colony.org/mjcc
OCSA Scholarship Winners
THE $500 2021 SCHOLARSHIPS WERE AWARDED TO:
Jacob Glenn - Middleboro High School Graduate of 2021
Maya Savage - Pembroke High School Graduate of 2021
Mikayla Shubert - Pembroke High School Graduate of 2021
THE SPECIAL ONE TIME 2020 MAKEUP AWARD WENT TO:
College Student Danielle DeCastro
If you would like to know more about our scholarship program the go to https://old-colony.org/scholarships
COVID-19 Update
Effective May 29th, all remaining COVID operating policy changes will be removed. Members and guests who have not been vaccinated should use their own personal judgement on masks and other issues. If you are not feeling well or have been exposed to someone positive in the last 14 days you should not be at the club.
Club Jr. Rifle Survey
OCSA members, guests, and friends. We would like to get your opinion on restarting our Jr. Rifle program. The Jr. Rifle program was very successful in the past and George Wilson is seeking information on the level of interest and if anyone wants to help.
The Junior Rifle program is for people 10-18 years of age. The program works with experienced instructors and mainly uses .22 cal rifles on our 50ft indoor range. You do not need to be a club member to participate. There is a $5 per session fee to cover some operational costs. Students should bring their own eye and ear protection. If there is sufficient interest, some travel to other clubs for matches may be available.
Please only answer the survey once so we can get an accurate picture of the interest. The survey will run until the June 2021 membership meeting.
Survey Link: https://forms.gle/Ndt7TpgU2H6FqSy4A
If you have a junior interested or you would like to help please let George know. After completing the survey go to the junior rifle section of the rifle webpage and complete the information request form.
Club Archery Survey
OCSA members, guests, and friends. We would like to get your opinion on restarting our Archery discipline. Please only answer the survey once so we can get an accurate picture of the interest. The survey will run until the June 2021 membership meeting.
Survey Link: https://forms.gle/rkzwqjyYUp4Auu276
Want to be kept informed about Archery news? Sign up for our archery email by clicking HERE and then selecting "Request to Join".
Updated COVID-19 Policy
Based on the most recent changes to the Governors orders for dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, the club has reviewed and modified it’s temporary operating orders to remain in compliance with these requirements. Indoor spaces go to 100 max or 100% capacity whichever is lower and outdoor areas to 150. All not including staff.
Please use this link to view the document.
New Bylaws Approved
At the membership meeting on April 5th, 2021, the membership unanimously approved the below bylaws. Click on the below link to view them!
Download the Bylaws
Membership Meeting Update
Due to changes in COVID-19 gathering limits, we are going to resume holding meetings live onsite in the main hall beginning April 5th at 7PM. Masks are required please.
Indoor Range Open
After many years of work we are pleased to announce the reopening of the indoor range for standard handgun (no magnums), and .22 rifle. Please watch this video and make sure to download the revised club rules which include updated information for the indoor range.
Indoor Range Hours: 10AM to 10PM
Note: Certain activities have reserved times. Consult the club calendar for information. Currently Precision Pistol is the only active group and has Thursday from 5 - 10pm. Should other activities such as Gallery Rifle, Archery, and Jr. Rifle return, the times will be posted on the club calendar.
Watch Video HERE
Range Rules HERE
Project Page HERE
Updated Range Rules Released
OCSA has published revised range rules effective 3/6/2021. All members are encouraged to download a copy, review and familiarize themselves with the rules. All older versions except those relating to Covid-19 are obsolete.
CLICK HERE
2021 Bylaws Update
At the Board of Directors meeting on February 22nd, the Bylaw committee submitted their report on recommended changes. The changes were approved to be forwarded to the membership at the April membership meeting for approval. At the membership meeting of March 1st this was reported on. The proposed changes are available for the membership to review. As per past changes, these will be voted on as a block, either all accepted or all rejected.
Updated COVID-19 Policy
Based on the most recent changes to the Governors orders for dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, the club has reviewed and modified it’s temporary operating orders to remain in compliance with these requirements. Indoor spaces go to 40% capacity and outdoor areas back to 50. All not including staff.
Please use this link to view the document.
Junior Conservation Camp
OCSA is proud to announce our 2021 conservation camp program. Old Colony Sportsman’s Association is proud to sponsor 1 members child to the program that runs August 1-13, 2021. The camp was founded in 1949. Originally it was a cooperative project between the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Game and a citizens group. Since 1983, it has been administered by the Massachusetts Sportsmen’s Junior Conservation Camp, Inc., a non-profit tax-exempt corporation solely responsible for the conduct and operation of the camp.
The application deadline is Friday April 5, 2021 (Received or postmarked). For information, forms, and contact information, go to our dedicated scholarship page at this LINK.
2021 Scholarship Program
OCSA is proud to announce our 2021 scholarship program. This program is open to all members who have children or are the relatives of children attending Pembroke High School. Three $500 awards will be presented by the school. The application deadline is Friday April 2, 2021 (Received or postmarked). For information, forms, and contact information, go to our dedicated scholarship page at this LINK.
Updated COVID-19 Policy
Due to the December 26, 2020 changes to the Governors orders for dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, the club has reviewed and modified it’s temporary operating orders to remain in compliance with these requirements. Please use this link to view the document.
2021 Membership
As of 4pm on November 15 the renewal period for 2021 has passed. Any unpaid members will now have their access card turned off. To reactivate your account you must contact membership. The electronic renewal payment at the OCSA STORE has been adjusted to reflect the late and reactivation fees. These apply to the main account holder and spouse but not juniors.
Updated COVID-19 Policy
Due to recent changes to the Governors orders for dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, the club has reviewed and modified it’s temporary operating orders to remain in compliance with these requirements. Please use this link to view the document.
Election Results
Reelected for another three year term are:
Dave DeCastro – Board (I)
Bill Earl – Board (I)
Franco Scarpino – Board (I)
Reelected for another one year term
Joe Staier – Treasurer (I)
Since no one ran for Secretary, the Board of Directors appointed Colleen Riley to a one year volunteer term.