Williams Sportsman’s Club
PO Box 131 Williams AZ 86046-0131
https://www.williamssportsmansclub.com
wscazrange01@gmail.com

Announcements 

Important Safety Reminder – Your Responsibilities on the Range 

The WSC mandates that its members utilize safe gun handling practices.  Conversely it is the sole responsibility of every WSC member – YOU – and all range users that to ensure they have a properly maintained, functional, and safe firearm.  Everyone is expected to know how to operate the firearm properly and per the specific firearm’s owner’s operating manual.  Everyone must ensure they have the proper caliber and type of ammunition specific to that firearm.  The use of reloaded ammunition is permitted however it is again your sole responsibility that the ammunition has been assembled correctly or if purchased that it is from a responsible party.  If your firearm has a known or suspected issue you must deal with it – take it to a qualified gunsmith and get it sorted out or resolved.  Still in doubt – leave it home!  

This is important as firearms, ammunition, and firearm accessories are occasionaly the subject of a safety notice, voluntary upgrade program, or product recall.  You, as a firearm owner, are directly responsible for your firearm, the ammunition to be fired, and the accessories to be utilized.  Total responsibility includes knowing your firearm, reading the manual, and understanding its functioning.  And your responsibility continues to when you are on the Range.  Practice safety & follow the directives of our Range Safety Officers.  SAFETY IS NO ACCIDENT.

Changes to our Range operations to further enhance safety are coming.  Look for new signage greeting you as you reach the range parking area such as –

1. No Loaded Firearms past this point including Concealed Carry.
2. Check in with the RSO at Registration prior to bringing Firearms to the bench.
3. Eye and Ear Protection required.

Concealed carry of loaded firearms on the range is only authorized for on duty RSOs.  RSOs will have additional instructions regarding range usage and bringing firearms to the range, which actions will be permitted during a “HOT” range, that firearm shall remain cased until benched, staying behind the yellow line during a “COLD” range, etc.

We realize this may be a concern to some members, but due to our growing membership and increasing range attendance, combined with the differing experience levels of shooters and the challenges presented our RSOs by the various types of firearms and ammunition – which is outside of the purview of the WSC to regulate – your WSC finds it necessary to adopt these enhanced safety requirements.  And as time progresses we may need to further modify some of our range proceedures.  We hope you all understand and appreciate your cooperation.

Last Wednesday of the Month .22 Shoot – Next Shoot Wed June 25th

This shoot will be ‘Golf Balls.’  The first shooter to get a golf ball across the finish line wins.  Other Golf Ball challenges will be tried too.  Any .22 will do, iron sights or optics OK.  Hope to see you all out there again!  Fore!  You will not need a caddy!

Sat July 5^th next Monthly NRA Pistol Marksmanship Qualifications

Your WSC is hosting the NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program (MQP) for Pistol marksmanship the first Saturday monthly from July 5th to September 6th from 9 AM – 1 PM.  The NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program is a skill development program and has been the flagship of NRA’s training development programs since 1903.   

This year we will be working on Pistol Marksmanship.  As some participants advance we can also work on the Defensive Pistol 1 drills.  Full Details on the pistol drills being conducted are available on the NRA MQP website: https://mqp.nra.org/

Targets will be provided by the club for those who do qualify.  There is no limit to the amount of tries, but you do have to follow the drill according to the NRA guide.

Pistol Marksmanship: https://mqp.nra.org/media/8333/mqp-guide-book.pdf#page=6

Semi-automatics and Revolvers can both be used, and all calibers (including 22lr) and all sights and optics are welcome.  Youth and Family are invited to participate.

The full Pistol Marksmanship course from Pro-Marksman to Distinguished Expert requires 470 rounds.  You do not have to qualify for every stage in a single day, but you do have to qualify in the order outlined (Pro-marksman to start, then to Marksman, and so forth…)  Pro-Marksman: 70 rounds, Marksman: 80 rounds, Sharpshooter: 100 rounds, Expert: 100 rounds, Distinguished Expert: 120 rounds

If you have any questions or need more details please reach out to the range at wscazrange01@gmail.com   Please include NRA MQP in the subject line.

Sun July 6th next Monthly Youth Rifle Practice / Skill Building Shoot 

Held the first Sunday monthly 1 PM – 5 PM.  Last shoot will be September 7^th 

The WSC is offering general practice instruction by our NRA Certified Instructors providing general instruction and confidence building activities for our Youth shooters.  This practice is designed for youth who have completed the Basic Rifle Marksmanship Course, an AZ F&G Hunter Safety Course, 4H course, Boy or Cub Scouts, or those youth that have some level of prior experience shooting under family supervision.  A parent or guardian will need to be present and expected to bring their own .22 rifle, ammunition, eye, and hearing protection.

Sat July 12th next Steel Challenge Shoot – Fun Stuff!

This fun shooting course is open to pistols and pistol caliber carbines, and now regular carbines are permitted but limited to .223, 6mm ARC, .30 carbine and such.  No 7.62X39mm, .300 Blackout, .30-30, etc. permitted as the targets can’t handle those larger bullet weights and velocities.  Think of this as the adult version of a kids carnival gallery shoot.  What’s not to like?

July 20^th Next Ladies NRA First Steps Pistol Orientations Course 

Ladies, if you have wanted to learn how to shoot a handgun, this is the first step to take.  This one day class is conducted by our NRA Certified Instructors and is designed to provide ladies training with one particular firearm whether they own one or not.  The course starts at 8 AM in the conference room at the Ramada Hotel, 950 N Grand Canyon Blvd., breaks for lunch, and then meets again at the Range for live fire exercises.  Lessons include pistol safety, parts and orientation, ammunition, the fundamentals of shooting, cleaning, storage and more.  Students will receive a handbook, safety rules, and a completion certificate.  The cost of the course will be $20.  Class size is limited so register ASAP.

Pre-sign up and payment is required upon registration.  Please bring your pistol and 100 rounds of ammunition.  A loaner pistol may be available but you must let us know ahead of the class.  To sign up or for further information contact Wynn Simon 929 856-2806 or wynnsimon@gmail.com

Aug 10^th & Aug 17th Two Day Youth Basic  Rifle Marksmanship Course 

This two day course is conducted by our NRA Certified Instructors and designed to teach students new to shooting the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for owning and using a .22 rifle safely.  Topics to be covered will include rifle parts, operation, ammunition, gun safety, rifle shooting fundamentals, and shooting sports activities.  The course is suitable for new rifle owners or shooters.  Pre-sign up and payment is required at time of registration.  Bring a .22 rifle.  Ammunition will be supplied. A loaner rifle may be available but you must let us know. Cost is $15 and the youth will receive a handbook, safety rules, a certificate, and complimentary WSC Youth membership which will permit unlimited range use good until their 18th birthday.  

First session June is on Aug 10th with classroom instruction in the Conference Room at the Ramada Inn 950 N Grand Canyon Ave, Williams from 8 AM – 4 PM  This will include a one hour lunch break.  Second session is on Aug 17th with range instruction from 8 AM – 4 PM with a one hour lunch break.  Range directions will be provided.

Range Safety Officers – Monthly Range Duty Assignment Scheduling 

A the recent board meeting the process of range duty voluntary signups was reviewed.  It has become a common occurance that one or two days linger for a week or two before an RSO will step up and take it.  And this after sometimes repeated shout outs by the CRSO to get someone.  And sometimes that ‘someone’ is an RSO that has already signed up for a day that month and now, to help out, they are now  pulling ‘double duty’ so to speak.  The Board and CSRO are thankful for the ones who have stepped up to take two days when theses difficulties present themselves.  We also unstand that some folks work, some folks can’t do Sundays, some times ‘life’ gets in the way, and sometimes the only days you were available for range duty somebody else beat you to it.  I hate that when that happens!

So what’s an RSO to do?   If any RSO, due to their own tight schedule, can only do one specific day, please contact either Wynn Simon or Jeff Reese prior to the monthly RSO sign up email going out (which usually the night of or the day after the board meeting).  They’ll work to get you assigned for that day, if available, but please understand this is not to be the rule, but the exception – we do not want to have RSO’s constantly Pre Signing up. 

And for those RSOs who can only make a certain day but find that it is filled up you certainly can just show up on that day, or as a matter of fact, any range day and put in your time.  Make sure you sign the RSO Sign in Sheet which ensures you get the duty credit.  In addition, there are many days we need more than one RSO covering the range due to the ratio of RSO vs members.  So heck, if you haven’t signed up for a day next month as all the slots were taken, feel free to just come and help out a fellow RSO.  I know they will appreciate that as I’m sure you would!

Some more important items for you –

• All all RSOs Save the Date! – Appreciation BBQ event set for Sat Aug 16^th.  More info TBA.

• Greetings and welcome back to our summer RSO’s who play a big role in ensuring the range is open and run safely!

• Where’s the Beef?  The range cattle are back so the Range entry gate must be kept closed.

• Please make sure wooden blocks are in the FRONT of the Target Stands to protect them from bullet penetration/damage.

• Only tape is allowed in the Target cabinet.  The Stapler is only for RSO use to attach cardboard to the wood uprights.  Keep the stapler in the RSO box.

• If you have free time, please inspect the target frames in the cabinet and repair or replace as needed. 
• If people want to “pattern” their shotguns, encourage them to go to the WSC Sporting Clays range at Raymond Boy Scout camp when it is open for business.  Shotguns totally destroy our standard target wood uprights and cardbord. 

Please Join our WSC FaceBook group!

It’s a great way for us – the WSC – to put out our news about the range and all our upcoming fun events and happenings!  We have just a few followers so we need everyone’s help. 

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573765024889

Welcome New Members!

Joel Quimpo

Thomas Chesterman

Amanda Villalobos

Rob & Karen Hill

Paul Harvey

Dana Bodnar

James Perkins

Brian Bova

Patty Steng

Angie Williamson

H Bryan Newberry

Larry Welton

August Board Meeting 

WSC Board and General Meetings are held the second Wednesday afternoon of every month starting at 4 PM at the American Legion Hall, 425 West Grant Ave.  All WSC members and the public are welcome to attend.  Below are the highlights not covered above.  Next WSC Board meeting set for Wednesday August 13th, 2025.

Highlights – President Martin

• President Martin will be hosting the Board of Directors’ annual planning session on Sat Oct 11^th starting at 12 noon at 1612 N Transwestern Pump Rd, Bellemont.  
• An RSO appreciation BBQ event has been set for Sat Aug 16^th 3 – 6 PM at the Range.  More to follow.
• The board approved RSO Bill Townsend to coordinate the auction of a rifle donated to WSC to support Youth Shooting Sports activities. 
• Martin reported he acquired 4 tables and one canopy.  The canopy will be tested for suitability.
• The Board approved a $100 sponsorship and 5 one year family memberships in support of the American Legion charity golf tournament Fri Aug 15t.  This action is in recognition that the WSC utilizes the Legion hall for board meetings, supports our veterans, and the event provides the WSC another membership outreach opportunity.

Treasure’s Report – Warren Weir

• Current balance $20,433, CD at $5,022, Deposits $723, and Check written $285.  

Membership Report – Tim Topell (via email)

• 13 new members.
• Jeff Reese to investigate membership link stating ‘sold out.’

Chief Range Safety Officers’ Update – CRSO Wynn Simon

• Drawing from the holster procedure reviewed.
• The RSOs submitted comments for review for in progress SOP revision.
• RSO minimum duty commitment is 6 assignments per year.  If an RSO completes 8 their membership is complimentary.  
• Jeff Reese received his certification as an NRA Chief Range safety Officer.  The board approved his assignment as Assistant CRSO and will be added to insurance as an instructor.
• A future “Ladies Day” shooting opportunity is being planned.
• The WSC still needs help for the RSOs on range days.   WSC members or RSOs who have not been assigned a monthly duty day are highly encouraged to assist.
• Colosi stepped down as an RSO.

Webmaster Report – Jeff Reese

• Website analytics report – 4,947 views on Facebook, 195 interactions, great numbers, pictures work.
• A “Leadership / Meet your Board” page to be developed for the website.  Need headshots. 

Sporting Clays – Warren Weir

• Next shoot Sunday June 22nd  
• May had 14 shooters and a hot dog lunch was provided and enjoyed.
• Warren always needs help!  PLEASE reach out to Warren if you are able (909) 816-1144 or warrenweir6@gmail.com
• Attention RSOs – if you volunteer to assist Warren at Sporting Clays this qualifies as a Range Duty assignment fulfillment.

Range, Training, Events Activity Report – Additional

• IDPA Match Inquiry – Simon/Reese.  Reese – has targets and will build up walls and set up in the pistol bay to be able to practice and determine what commands need to be covered and what that looks like.

Range Maintenance Report 

• RSO Colosi has stepped down as Range Maintenance Team Leader.   WSC looking for replacement.
• Martin to make more target stands.
• Pavers were installed at RSO station.
• Staplers for RSOs use only to attach cardboard to wood uprights.  Members to use tape only to attach targets to cardboard.

Tasks / Committee Reports / round Table Discussions

• Range PA system – Simon, Martin to follow up.
• Martin to review RSO off duty range use policy setting parameters and procedures.  Suggestions?  Send them to Martin.
• SOP reviews on going.  Simon to review range procedures.  Clauer recommended saving as pdfs if more than one person is editing.
• SIG P320 permitted on range.  Board to discuss the broader range of safety practices, firearms handling, and firearms and ammunition issues.

Gun Shows – Listing limited to Flagstaff, Williams, Kingman & Prescott areas

Go to arizonagunshows.net and/or gunshowtrader.com for the most up to date information before traveling and for shows throughout Arizona.

Williams Jun 28-29 and Sep 27-28 Prescott Aug 16 – 17 and Oct 25-26Kingman Jul 26-27, Sep 27-28 and Oct 11-12 Flagstaff Aug 9-10

“Snap Shot” –

Look for this crew to be at our WSC Recruitment booth at the Williams Gun Show Sat June 28^th!

Stop by and say “Hi!”

Williams Sportsman’s Club is now an NRA Recruiter – Join or Renew Today!

If you want to join the NRA or a current member who needs to renew, do it through WSC, you get a discount, and we receive a commission.  That’s a Win – Win!  Current membership costs and savings are as follows –

Support the NRA and your WSC so tell your friends and family.  Please go to our website and sign up online for convenience or, next time you are at the range, talk to one of our RSO’s to sign up there.