New Members Course moved from Sept 14 to Sept 15th
We apologize for any difficulties but the New Members Course previously set for September 14th is being moved to Sunday Sept. 15th.
Be wary of cougars
BE ADVISED this photo was taken on Burke Mountain not far from our archery trails. Young cougars who are searching for territory and are inexperienced hunters could represent a threat to people. Pay attention to your surroundings, mind your children and pets. REPORT any cougar sightings to a range officer and to the office.
Mandatory deer head submission in the Kootenay Region
The B.C. government has posted the following new requirements for ungulate hunters in the Kootenay Region (4-1, 4-2, 4-3, 4-4, 4-5, 4-6 and 4-7) because of the appearance of a case of Chronic Wasting Disease across the border in Montana. The provincial Wildlife Health Program is calling on all hunters, especially those in the Peace…
Pics from the Kids Rimfire Night
Thanks to all the families and kids who made it out to last month’s Kids Rimfire Night. A thank you again to our sponsors Poco Military, Tiger Arms and Custom Reloading Service!
Space available this weekend for C.O.R.E
There is room in this weekend’s C.O.R.E hunting course. If you are interested in getting your hunting license for this fall now would be a good time to do the course. Spaces open this Saturday/Sunday. Pay at the office or come to the Trap House with cash. For more information on the course click here.
Canada Day Weekend
The range is open all long weekend. The office is closed on Monday, Canada Day. A reminder that official holidays are members+guests only. Happy Canada Day!
Kids Rimfire Night 2019 this week Wednesday
THIS WEEK – WEDNESDAY Kids Rimfire Night returns for the second year in a row. Last year there were smiles all around from our little competitors and fun was had by all. Please note the registration details below and RSVP to Kerri.
Range 10 is now open to RUC-certified members
In response to member inquiries, the Executive Committee has decided to allow Range User Course certified members to shoot on Range 10 the same as they do on the lower ranges (R3-R6). Although a long-standing request, the concern has always been that Range 10’s shots can overlap on the end of Range 7 which would…
3D Archery Shoot on June 23rd. Trails closed on 22nd for setup
Trails will be closed Saturday June 22nd for tournament setup and for Sunday June 23rd unless they plan to register and participate in the 3D shoot. Thanks to Brent for the poster
New conservation lands regulations affecting wetlands
Amendments to the Wildlife Act Wildlife Management Area Use and Access Regulation which governs public use of lands marked for conservation have been made. As you can read from this article, there are now restrictions on camping, access and rules around dogs in these lands to protect habitat and wildlife in the following areas: Bert Brink…