NOSA 2017 Activities or Events (New Ontario Shooters Association)

Here find details of the 2017 shooting activities and related events at NOSA, the family-friendly Thunder Bay rifle and pistol shooting club. Events or subjects are in approximate date order (usually based on the earliest date if an activity is spread out).

This page is also intended to show some of our members' photos in club and related activities in and about Thunder Bay, Ontario -- or wherever our members travel for competitions or sport. We also feature some of their favourite wildlife photos. (See near bottom of this page.)

At the end of each calendar year, a particular year's activities and photos will still be available on its own NOSA page. For other years, see the top of the current Recent Activities webpage using the link at left.

If you have an objection to a particular image of yourself or your family member, send an email to the Webmaster and that image or the complete photo will be removed from the website.

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NOSA Indoor Shooting at Arnone Range -- 21 Sep 2016 through 12 May 2017

The fall to spring indoor shooting schedule began at Arnone Range:
--- on Wednesday, 21 Sep 2016 for Junior Shooters;
--- on Friday, 23 Sep 2016 for Adult Shooters.

NOSA Gun Show in Thunder Bay -- Saturday and Sunday, 11 & 12 March 2017

This annual two-day NOSA Spring Gun Show featured the opportunity for the public to buy, sell, or trade: Guns, Knives, Ammunition, Collectors' Cartridges, Reloading Supplies, Optics, and Accessories at the Slovak Legion, 801 Atlantic Ave., Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 2S7 Canada. A Legion food concession was also on site.

Show hours for the public on 11 March were from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and on 12 March from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Admission for the Public was $5.00 each day, and free for those under 12 when accompanied by an adult.

NOSA had an information display about our Club, and our activities promoting the shooting sports including our Junior Shooters Program. This show provides some of the annual funding for the Juniors.

On-site security was provided overnight on 10 and 11 March. There were about 70 tables available at a cost of $35.00 each. This particular show with about 1400 patrons nearly doubled the previous record attendance for shows at Murillo. The figure would likely have been higher except for a water-main break on Sunday morning that blocked the usual bridge and required a detour to get to the Legion. I suspect that folks who only knew the route over that primary bridge just gave up and went home. But such a water-main break is unfortunately one of the common features of springtime in Thunder Bay. Folks with a map or a GPS would have had no difficulty finding an alternative route.

We all appreciated the professionalism and dedication demonstrated by the show organizers Trevor B. and Glenn H., and the many NOSA volunteers that staffed the club table and handled the various duties with good humour and courtesy and care. We also had enthusiastic help from the Canadian Firearms Office personnel, Deb Bissonette and April McKnight, providing technical firearms advice to the public. And we similarly appreciate enthusiastic support from the exhibitors and vendors, old friends and new, for making the show a success. Thank you all.

Following are some photos taken at the event, a very few by me using a cell phone since I was staffing a table. [Note to self: never ever use a cell phone again -- iffy results -- use a real camera!] Then thanks to Bill K. who provided some B&W photos to give some old-time atmosphere.

Friday setup starts with a bare room	Stan & Wayne are early regulars with us	More exhibitors arrive and get busy
but still have a lot more to do.	Saturday finds Deb & April from the C.F.O.	We have family and friends at many tables
Last minute prep & chats before open	Bill K. finds Bob J. at a safety display	GMK's booth attends to a growing crowd
NOSA's table highlights our club activities

NOSA Annual General Meeting -- Sunday, 19 March 2017

Location. NOSA's Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the West Arthur Community Centre (located on Arthur St. W., on the south side of the street near the intersection with Mapleward Road). Refreshments were available.

This AGM's agenda included presentation of the annual budget, discussion of club business (including discussion and approval of the revised constitution), and the biennial election for all NOSA Executive positions. (Persons now elected to our Executive are listed on the Club Contacts webpage, and there is a link on the About Us page to a PDF copy of the approved constitution.)

NOSA Junior Shooters Easter Shoot -- Wednesday, 12 April 2017

Dave L. reports: "The Easter Shoot for 2017 was a great success for the Juniors with 16 participants total. The Juniors would like to thank the Executive and Membership for their support and funding the event as well as Gerry K. for providing refreshments for the after shoot party. Special thanks to the volunteers George H., Dave L, and Don M. running and organizing the Event; Don M. taking pictures for the website; Jo-Anne L. for scoring targets. Another special thanks to Jo-Anne L., Kayla L. and Samantha R. for baking; Jo-Anne L. and Kayla L. for organizing prizes and take home treats. Please have a safe and Happy Easter!!"

11 & Over Target: 1st Kayla 93xxxx, 2nd Mliss 81, 3rd Jordan 75, 4th Mitchell 62

NOSA Junior Shooters End of Year Indoor Shoot -- Wednesday, 10 May 2017

Dave L. reports: "It was a great wrap up Party last night for the Juniors with 19 Juniors in attendance. This was more of a fun occasion, having a balloon shoot for both Rifle and Hand Gun.

The Juniors and I would like to thank Gerry (GMK) for providing party refreshments, Jo-Anne and Kayla for baking cupcakes for desert, as well as the Executive for providing Pizza and Medals. Every Junior last night was given a Medal for their participation with the NOSA Juniors Organization, and they all have come a long way; some have been with the club for quite a long time and we currently have several new shooters.

I would like to say thanks for all the hard work and dedication to several of the parents as well as Don and George for being there every week in support of the Juniors, making Wednesdays an enjoyable experience over the years. I would also like to thank the Executive and Members for their support to help grow the Junior Program since this is my last year looking after the Juniors in a lead role.

Medals were presented to: Kayla, Cassidy, Jordan, Heath, Xander, Courage, Mliss, Austin, Sasha, Brenton, Avery, Mitchell, Kevin, Hayden, Keeley, Mae, Alissa, Breanne, and Jyrah.

Kakabeka Falls Gun Show -- Saturday, 19 August 2017

This annual one day event was held by NOSA at the Kakabeka Falls Legion on Highway 11/17. A kitchen was run by Legion staff.

Show Hours for the Public were 09:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission was $4.00, and free for those under 12 when accompanied by an adult.

NOSA had an information display at the show about the NOSA Club, and our activities promoting the shooting sports including our Junior Shooters Program.

The NOSA Executive thanks all the participants and volunteers who made this show a success. Photos by Banacek.

On Friday folks move tables to the plan	and start setting up their displays	Joe arranges goods by model type
Stan & Wayne are always at our shows	Easton & Roy check out another display	Merv visits Albert and Trapper-John
On Saturday it's 40 minutes to opening	Family and friends work together	Doug at table for TBDF&G display
Lots to see and ask for more info	Now this one looks pretty good to Ryan	"Yes it does have a perfect bore"
More folks have entered the show	Sue confirms that it's a real bargain	Stan provides expert info about wares
Rodney jokes with the usual gang	while John displays his new hat	Yes even dogs love attending our shows
Vinnie & Karen chat while Wes calculates	Terry & Dave converse with Wayne	Gord and Fred chat with pal Bud
Lots of items to interest the ladies	But all too soon the day is over	and folks pack up to leave

NOSA Indoor Shooting at Arnone Range -- 20 Sep 2017 through 27 Apr 2018

The fall to spring indoor shooting schedule began at Arnone Range:
--- on Wednesday, 20 Sep 2017 for Junior Shooters;
--- on Friday, 22 Sep 2017 for Adult Shooters.

NOSA Club Appreciation Shoot and BBQ at Nolalu Range -- Sunday, 24 Sep 2017

This shoot for all NOSA club members, including Junior Shooters, began at 10:00 a.m with shooting events, and there was a BBQ at lunch time. Food and beverages were provided free by NOSA. And the weather was overcast but fine.

This annual event was in appreciation of the volunteerism and support shown by all members, whether at special events or just in the day to day help provided to others. Shooting events were free to participate.

Our sincere thanks to Trapper-John A. for organizing the event and handling the scoring and prizes, and to Bob M. who was our master chef, and to the other folks who pitched in to help.

Juniors 25M .22RF rifle bullseye target -- Jordan R., Eli S.
Juniors 25M .22RF rifle bingo target -- Eli S., Jordan R.

Adults 25M Centerfire handgun bullseye target -- Dana C., Dave L., Trevor B.
Adults 25M .22RF handgun bullseye target -- Dana C., Dave L., Mike H.
Adults 25M .22RF handgun bingo target -- George H., Dana C., Dave L.
Adults 25M .22RF rifle bingo target -- Barry E., Ron W., Warren W.

Adults 100M .22RF rifle 5-shot group size from bench -- Barry E. 7/8", Ron W. 1 5/8", George H. 1 11/16"
Adults 100M Centerfire rifle 3-shot group size from bench -- Barry E. 5/16", Ron W. 5/8", Trevor B. 1"

Bingo Mystery Prizes -- Jr rifle Jordan R.; Adult .22 HG Sam R.; Adult rifle John Gi.

Barry E. shoots winning group at 100M	while others fire their CF groups	Dana is wowed by Bob's great BBQ skills
Dave L. shows proper form with a .22LR	Jordan R. shows steady nerves with .22 pump	Trevor & Dave during CF pistol match
The truth is found at the 100M targets	A neat rest made by our own Ron W.	who later is on the 25M with .22 rifle
while Barry fires a HG event	John G. favours a single action and so do many	Trapper-John A. with many targets to score

Moose (or Deer) Sight-In Session at Nolalu Shooting Range -- Sunday, 01 Oct 2017

This service for the public hosted by NOSA was held on Sunday 01 October at the Nolalu Range from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

NOSA volunteers assisted individuals needing help with the actual sighting in process.

Members of the public who shot paid $5.00 for use of the range (this fee is used to cover the cost of insurance).

Our 25M range is used for initial sighting	and results are carefully monitored	before making sight adjustments
Targets are set at 100M for more	precise changes to sights back at bench	Rear area for gunsmith assistance

Junior Shooters Halloween Party -- Wednesday, 25 October 2017

This year the Junior Shooters attended a fun Halloween party with goodies provided by NOSA, and Gerry K. kindly contributed the beverages.

NOSA Juniors Christmas Indoor Shoot -- Wednesday, 20 Dec 2017

This annual December holiday season event involved some target shooting. As always, there were prizes and goodies and lots of fun.

Age 11 and under, bingo target: Jacques, Carson, Landon
Age 12 and up, bingo target: Kolten, Jordan, Alissa
Age 11 and under, competition target: Carson, Jacques, Landon
Age 12 and up, competition target: Jordan, Heath, Kolten

Our thanks to Samantha D-R. for taking the following photos, and for Dave L.'s assistance.

NOSA Adult Christmas Indoor Shoot -- Friday, 22 Dec 2017

This annual December holiday season shoot included events for CF handguns, .22 RF handguns, and .22 RF rifles.

One specified target (free) was provided for each competition category entered, with prizes for first through third place for each event. There was also a mystery special prize in each competition.

CF Handgun: Bob J., Don K., Wray C., Dana C.
RF Handgun Bullseye: Bob J., Dana C., Wray C., Dave L.
RF Handgun Bingo: Dana C., Dave O., Mark W., Don K.
RF Rifle Bullseye: Mark W., George H., Ron W., Dana C.
RF Rifle Bingo: George H., Dana C., Dave O., Wray C.
Aggregate Overall Prize: Dana C.

NOSA Members' Adventures and Hunts -- 2017

Our members are encouraged to submit their 2017 pix, including memorable wildlife photographs. Thank you all.

Wayne Sm. sent a couple of trail-cam photos of Whitetail Deer feeding on his remote hilltop. That Raven is impatiently awaiting his turn.

Wray C. sent a photo from his yard of Snowflake, a Red Squirrel that is pure white.

This Great Blue Heron regularly enjoys fishing along the Neebing River -- photo by Banacek.

Jordan R. has taken a fine Ruffed Grouse and shows us some of the characteristic markings including the barred tail. (When we are suddenly surprised by a Grouse's explosive departure, the tail is often all we ever get to see.)

Jodi G. sent some pix of a successful wildfowl hunt by John-Bryan G. and his good friends. And then a photo of John with a fine Whitetail Deer Buck, as well as one showing the early heavy snowfall in late October along Hwy 11 towards Fort Frances.

Jordan R. and Chris R. are pictured here with a fine 8-point Whitetail Deer Buck.

Some of Wayne's Whitetail Deer feeding	while a Raven waits for his turn
Wray's Pal Snowflake - a Red Squirrel	Bob M. with his fine Wild Turkey
taken during his annual spring hunt	Great Blue Heron is resting
Don M. with his very nice Whitetail Buck	Jordan R. has a fine Ruffed Grouse to show
us some close up details including	the barred tail which is often all we'll see
Now just what is John-Bryan doing here?	Well it was plucking ducks that he and
his friends had taken and they	gathered then for the formal pix
John has a fine Whitetail Buck in hand	and experienced heavy snows on Hwy 11 to West
Jordan & Chris R. with a very nice 8-point Buck

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